Title: Describe sterilization methods and cycles.
Course: Sterile Processing Technician (14021) > Section: Exploring the Sterilization Process

Description should include

- checking the equipment for time, temperature, and pressure parameters
- selecting and changing the cycle
- identifying appropriate use of external indicators (e.g. sterilization method, placement)
- identifying the sterilization method of items
- identifying packaging for the sterilization method.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the use of external indicators during sterilization?
- How do you select the appropriate cycle for items being sterilized?
- What are examples of acceptable methods of packing for the sterilization method? Unacceptable methods?