Phlebotomy Exam Prep 80, Disinfection vs Sterilization vs Cleaning

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - Cleaning is always the mandatory first step to physically remove visible debris before disinfection or sterilization. - Disinfection eliminates most pathogens from inanimate surfaces but not bacterial spores, and its effectiveness relies on proper contact time. - Sterilization is the only process that destroys all microbial life, including spores, with the autoclave being a key example for critical items. - The difference between disinfectants (for surfaces) and antiseptics (for skin) is a common topic for exam questions. - For blood spills, the standard procedure involves using an EPA-registered disinfectant, such as a 1:10 bleach solution, after initial cleaning. For more free exam prep tools, practice questions, and AI-powered explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/ or YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep