All of the following affect the sterility of a package EXCEPT:
A)How the material has been handled.
B)The length of time since it was sterilized.
C)The conditions in which the package was stored.
D)The type of material covering the package.

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All of the above affect the sterility of a package except the length of time since it was sterilized. Packages are considered sterile according to events, rather than time. Therefore, if any events occur that affect the sterility of a package, such as improper handling or poor storage conditions, the package is rendered contaminated. Alternatively, a package, when secured properly and protected, can remain sterile indefinitely.

All of the Following Affect the Sterility of a Package