Which of the following should routinely be used to ensure proper function and quality control of an autoclave?
1)Pressure-sensitive tape
2)Biologic indicators
3)Chemical indicators
4)Heat-sensitive tape
A) 2
B) 2 and 4
C) 1,2,and 3
D) 1,2,and 4

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Because the process of autoclaving depends on several factors,heat-sensitive tape and biologic indicators are routinely used to ensure quality control during the process.Heat-sensitive tape that is used for packaging materials for autoclaving changes color when it is exposed to a given temperature for a prescribed amount of time.The most common biologic indicators for autoclaving are strips of paper that are impregnated with Bacillus stearothermophilus spores.These strips should be used weekly (at a minimum)to ensure that the autoclave is working properly.Biologic indicators are also used for ethylene oxide sterilization.

Which of the Following Should Routinely Be Used to Ensure