California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Written Practice Exam

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What is the recommended procedure when a sterilizer fails two consecutive spore tests?

Use a different sterilizer as a backup
Continue using with caution
Do not use the sterilizer until the reason for the failure has been determined and corrected
Clean the sterilizer and try again

The correct answer is: Do not use the sterilizer until the reason for the failure has been determined and corrected

When a sterilizer fails two consecutive spore tests, it is not safe to continue using it or switch to a different sterilizer as a backup as these options may compromise the sterility of the equipment and put patients at risk. Cleaning the sterilizer and trying again is also not recommended as it does not address the underlying issue. The recommended procedure, as stated in option C, is to not use the sterilizer until the reason for the failure has been determined and corrected. This is important to ensure that the sterilizer is functioning properly and effectively sterilizing equipment to prevent the spread of infections.