August References
August References
"Sterile Instrument Packs: Handle With Care," by Kathryn Dix,page 24.
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"Fomites' Role in Disease Transmission is Still Up for Debate,"by Kelly M. Pyrek, page 30.
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"Preventing Infections in the Ambulatory Surgery Setting," byKelly M. Pyrek, page 38.
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