Items should not be completely dry before being placed in an autoclave. They require a small amount of moisture because the autoclave uses pressurized steam to achieve sterilization. Without the presence of moisture, the steam cannot effectively penetrate and sterilize items. However, excessive amounts of moisture can lead to inefficient sterilization and should be avoided.
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AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) /
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