The nurse is assisting with the reorganization of the clean utility room.Which item should the nurse consider as being surgically aseptic?

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Surgical asepsis refers to an item or area that is free of all microorganisms and spores.Surgical asepsis is used in surgery and to sterilize equipment.Items can be subjected to intense heat or chemical disinfectants to destroy all organisms.Articles can be subjected to intense heat or chemical disinfectants.Once these articles are sterilized,they are dated,packaged,and sealed.A.Once a package is opened or outdated,it is no longer considered sterile.B.Moist areas are not sterile.D.Sterile packages should be opened in view of the nurse to verify they remain sterile.

The Nurse Is Assisting with the Reorganization of the Clean