These statements are about surgical asepsis.Which is correct?
A) A sterile package is torn and wet.The package is contaminated.
B) The date on a sterile package has expired.The package is contaminated if it has been 30 days past the expiration.
C) Sterile items are handled with clean gloves or sterile forceps.
D) Sterile gloved hands are kept below your waist.

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A torn and wet sterile package is considered contaminated because the integrity of the packaging is compromised, allowing for the potential entry of microorganisms.

These Statements Are About Surgical Asepsis.Which Is Correct