Question

instruments that must be stored in a sterile state for later use should be ______.

○ wrapped and sealed before autoclaving
○ wrapped and sealed after autoclaving
○ wrapped in one large pouch
○ autoclaved while unwrapped

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Explanation:

To store instruments in a sterile state for later use, they need to be sterilized (via autoclaving) while wrapped and sealed so that the sterility is maintained until use. If wrapped after autoclaving, they could get contaminated. Wrapping in one large pouch isn't standard for maintaining sterility, and autoclaving unwrapped would not allow for storage in a sterile state as they'd be exposed to contaminants post - autoclaving. So the correct approach is to wrap and seal before autoclaving.

Answer:

A. wrapped and sealed before autoclaving