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Which method of sanitizing the transducer would damage piezoelectric crystals?
Suggested Answer: D
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Autoclaving involves high-pressure steam at high temperatures, which can damage the delicate piezoelectric crystals within the ultrasound transducer. These crystals are responsible for converting electrical energy into sound waves and vice versa. Exposure to the extreme conditions of an autoclave can cause thermal and mechanical damage to the crystals, rendering the transducer ineffective.
ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation guidelines
Zagzebski, J. A. (1996). Essentials of Ultrasound Physics.
22 comments · newest first
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Karina
2 days ago
I agree, bleach is really damaging to crystals.
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Tamar
7 days ago
I think it's A) Bleach. It can be too harsh.
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Linsey
12 days ago
Glutaraldehyde seems safer, but still risky.
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Twana
17 days ago
I lean towards C) Alcohol. It might not be safe either.
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Sharen
23 days ago
True, but I feel like bleach is the worst.
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Arlette
28 days ago
What about D) Autoclave? High heat could hurt them too.
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Alecia
1 month ago
I agree, bleach is really damaging to crystals.
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Desmond
1 month ago
I think it's A) Bleach. It can be too harsh.
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Patti
1 month ago
Wait, are we sure about bleach? Sounds risky!
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Tyra
2 months ago
Autoclave is a no-go for those crystals!
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Louann
2 months ago
Glutaraldehyde is safe, right?
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Marta
2 months ago
I thought alcohol was the worst for that!
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Cyril
2 months ago
Bleach can definitely damage piezoelectric crystals.
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Katlyn
2 months ago
Are we sure about the autoclave? That seems extreme!
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Soledad
2 months ago
Alcohol is fine, but I’d avoid bleach for sure.
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Alyssa
3 months ago
Wait, glutaraldehyde? I thought it was safe for everything!
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Truman
3 months ago
Totally agree, autoclaving is a no-go too.
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Nohemi
3 months ago
Bleach can really mess up piezoelectric crystals!
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Muriel
3 months ago
Autoclaving seems risky for any electronic components, so I might go with that as a potential answer.
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Helaine
3 months ago
I’m leaning towards alcohol being the safest option, but I’m not confident about how it interacts with the crystals.
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Maile
4 months ago
I feel like glutaraldehyde is often mentioned in practice questions, but I can't recall if it's safe for transducers.
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Jerry
5 months ago
I think I remember that bleach can be really harsh on materials, but I'm not entirely sure if it specifically damages piezoelectric crystals.