What is the appropriate infection control protocol for indirect PSP plates and direct digital sensors?

A) Clean, disinfect, and cover with a plastic barrier
B) Clean, disinfect, and sterilize the sensor
C) Clean and disinfect

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Explanation: A) Digital sensors must be cleaned, disinfected with an appropriate intermediate level disinfectant, and covered with a plastic barrier. Sensors cannot withstand sterilization.
B) Digital sensors must be cleaned, disinfected with an appropriate intermediate level disinfectant, and covered with a plastic barrier. Sensors cannot withstand sterilization.
C) Digital sensors must be cleaned, disinfected with an appropriate intermediate level disinfectant, and covered with a plastic barrier. Sensors cannot withstand sterilization.

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