The practice of ensuring that reprocessing workflows in one direction from the dirtiest to cleanest. Note: One-way workflow ensures that each level of reprocessing (including cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization) incrementally reduces the microbial load on medical devices being reprocessed. One-way workflow prevents contamination that would occur if items processed to a higher level came into contact with a lower-level processed medical device or processing areas.
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