These are all correct ways of handling reusable surgical scissors except which one?
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ALeaving the blades closed during cleaning and sterilization to protect the cutting edges
BUsing a cleaning solution approved for surgical instruments during the washing process
CTesting the scissors for proper function by cutting sterile material before surgery
DUsing a sterile cloth to wipe the blades before handing them to the surgeon
✓ Correct answer: A. Leaving the blades closed during cleaning and sterilization to protect the cutting edgesLeaving the blades closed during cleaning and sterilization can prevent proper sterilization of the scissors' inner surfaces. The sterilant cannot effectively reach all areas, which may result in an incomplete sterilization process. The proper method is to leave the blades open to ensure thorough cleaning and sterilization. The other listed actions are correct methods for handling reusable surgical scissors.
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