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Foundational
10 steps
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Processing of Instruments After Use
The first 3 steps
- Treat all used instruments as contaminated regardless of the patient’s diagnosis.
- Wash hands and wear utility gloves, apron, mask and eye protection.
- Decontaminate by soaking in 0.5% chlorine solution for 10 minutes immediately after use.
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