Paper-Plastic<\/strong> Non-Woven Bonded<\/strong> Woven Textile<\/strong> Rigid containers<\/strong> Research done on the sterility of items has proven that items remain sterile for long periods of time if the wrapping or container remains intact and is not exposed to events that could render it open to contamination. This is called event-related sterility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This system defines the sterility of a pack as being dependent on events that may occur during the handling, transportation, and storage of items and sets. A surgical set that has remained intact, after being stored and handled correctly should remain sterile indefinitely.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Events that compromise sterility include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Perioperative nurses are responsible for adhering to processes that allow for minimal contact and manipulation of packaged, and sterilized items, as well as the inspection of the integrity of the package prior to opening for use on the sterile field.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Sterilization indicator tape is used to seal packages during packaging and provides a visual monitor of the sterilization processes externally. These colours and indicator bars may differ according to the manufacturer so perioperative nurses must be familiar with those used in their facility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Internal Chemical indicators are devices placed inside the packaging for sterilization as a second and more thorough indication of sterility. When the perioperative nurse opens the sterile package, the indicator must be verified first before the instrument(s) can be used. The example on the left shows the status of the sterilization process. These indicators vary according to the manufacturer so perioperative nurses must be familiar with those used in their facility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Single \u2013 use\u202froll of wrapper cut to fit product then heat-sealed Individual peel open pouches in various sizes \u2013 close using adhesive strips.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Pliable, strong material made of synthetic materials & supplied in various sized sheets.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Re-usable synthetic material that sustains multiple washes and sterilizations, comes in varied sizes and are sealed externally with sterilization tape. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
Aluminum (lightweight) or plastic cases of different sizes and shapes and depending on specifications can be used for steam (high temperature) or low temperature sterilization .<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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