List the five basic steps in instrument processing from receipt to storage.

List the five basic steps in instrument processing from receipt to storage.

• A. Receipt and labeling, cleaning and decontamination, packaging and wrapping, sterilization, and storage in sterile condition.
• B. Sorting, sterilization, disposal, labeling, storage.
• C. Cleaning, packaging, sterilization, distribution, reuse.
• D. Receipt, immediate use, disposal, storage.

Answer: (A)