Physical and Chemical Agents - Medical Science

Q1:

Which of the following items could be sterilized by dry heat sterilization?

A Intravenous (IV) solution

B Plastic IV bags

C Glass pipettes

D rubber gloves

ANS:C - Glass pipettes

Dry heat can be used to sterilize glassware, powders and oils. Dry heat is not suitable for heat sensitive materials such as plastic and rubber.