What is one of the goals of point-of-use preparation and transport?

One of the primary goals of point-of-use preparation and transport is to prevent cross-contamination. This process involves preparing and transporting reusable medical instruments right at the site of their usage. By doing this, it minimizes the risk of pathogens or infectious materials being transferred from one surface or item to another during handling.

Implementing point-of-use preparation effectively ensures that instruments are cleaned and contained in a manner that protects their sterility before they are transported to the sterilization area. This is crucial in maintaining infection control standards in healthcare facilities, ensuring patient safety and maintaining the integrity of the surgical environment. Proper handling at the point of use also aids in identifying any visible contamination or damage to an instrument, which allows for immediate actions to be taken before further processing or sterilization.

Other options, while related to efficient practices in Central Sterile Processing, do not focus primarily on the infection control aspect that is fundamental to point-of-use preparation and transport.