| Tip:
If more time is needed, keep contaminated instruments moist so that blood, tissue, and
other residue do not dry on the instruments. The best way to keep you instruments
moist is to place a we towel over them. |
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The washing process should begin within 10 minutes after
surgery, even if sterilization will take place much later. Washing instruments
within a few minutes of surgery is your best defense against corrosion, pitting, and
staining. Use only approved solutions. Non-approved
solutions are any that do not specifically state on the label that uses include surgical
instruments, stainless steel, and sterilization.
Approved solutions are specially designed for surgical instruments and
the sterilization cycle. Their product labels will state this use.
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