Why are items disinfected or sterilized in activated glutaraldehyde dried prior to submersion?

a. Moisture will prevent sterilant from reaching all surfaces.
b. Moisture will create a toxic chemical reaction with sterilant.
c. Moisture will cause air bubbles to form and prevent full contact.
d. Moisture will eventually dilute the concentration to ineffective levels.

d

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Which of the following is NOT true of performance-based standards?

A. They must be developed by the AHJ. B. They require significant technical expertise. C. They require less frequent inspections and testing. D. They place a great demand on the inspection agency.

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