Sterile Processing Final Exam Questions and Correct Answers 100

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Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set?

Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry
Which of the following BEST describes the overall role of the CS/SPD
To provide dependable service to enhance patient care
Which of the following government agencies regulates environmental

disinfectants?
OSHA
Medical-grade kraft paper CANNOT be used with which of the following

sterilization processes ?
Low temperature gas plasma
During cycle counts, items that have a large dollar value but are NOT used
frequently are classified as
A
Anatomy is the science that deals with the________ of the body parts
Structure
Which of the following transports molecules within the cell?

Cytoplasm
Which of the following sets would be considered high risk for special prion
processing?
Craniotomy set
Which of the following organs produces bile?

Liver
Microorganisms are measured in

Microns
With respect to rigid sterilization container testing, which term defines the
sterilizer's ability to sterilize under actual conditions?
Maximum load testing
What is the ideal human body temperature?

98.6° F
Which of the following is TRUE of capsules

It is resistant to heat and chemicals
Pulmonary capillaries are found in which system?

Respiratory
Ethics is the practice of

Doing the right thing.
A microorganism that is resting and had a hard shell like outer covering is called a
Spore
Spongiform encephalopathy is caused by which of the following

Prions
Nails,tissues, and money are examples of

Fomites
Cholera is transmitted by
Contaminated food and water
In the FINAL step of hand washing, the fingers should be rinsed with the fingertips
UP
Water less hand antiseptics contain what percentage concentration of alcohol

make the MOST effective
60% to 95%
All of the following play a role in how bones support other body systems EXCEPT
Distribution of hormones
OSHA requires that containers of potentially infectious materials be

Leakproof
Round or spherical bacterial are called

Cocci
The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further
processing is called
Cleaning
Which of the following should be cleaned daily

Floors and work surfaces
Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the use of personal

protective equipment (PPE) in the decontamination area
Failure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action
Before the medical device is cleaned and processed

The manufacturer's instructions must be obtained
The MINIMUM time needed for effective hand washing is
15 seconds
Which of the following IS NOT s consideration when selecting a detergent?

Cost of detergent
The relative acidity or alkalinity of a solution is referred to as its

pH
Clostridium botulinum is harbored in (the)

Soil
A solution with a pH of 3 is considered

Acidic

Alkaline
Which of the following are major non living reservois of infectious diseases
Soil and water
Alkaline detergents are BEST for mechanical washers because of

Extended dry cycles
Which of the following is used to remove severe stains on stainless steel

instruments
Organic acid detergent
One method of preventing biofilm formation on instruments is to

Rinse the instruments with distilled water and dry them out
An ultrasonic lumen cleaner is used to clean

Laparoscopic instruments
To reduce the potential for instrument corrosion, the multi step process is in a
mechanical washer consists of
Alkaline,wash,acid rinse,regular rinse
Opened but unused instrument sets should be
Completely reprocessed
If too many microorganisms remain on an item after the cleaning process, the
Disinfection process might not be effective
Which of the following chemicals are bactericidal and used for the cleaning
inanimate environmental surfaces and floors?
Quaternary ammonium compounds
What is the ceiling threshold limit value for glutaraldehyde?

0.05ppm
Which of the following pieces of equipment is used to regulate body temperature

Hypo/hyperthermia machine
Which of the following pieces of equipment is used to prevent the formation of

blood clots?
Sequential compression device
Which series of stainless steel is used to manufacturer osteotomes?
400
For manual lubrication, surgical instruments should be placed in a lubricant

solution and then
Room air dried
Which of the following should be cut with dissecting scissors ?

Tissue
What is the purpose of a tungsten carbide insert on a needle holder?

To hold the suture needle better
When should laparoscopic instruments be reassembled for sterilization?

When recommended by the manufacturer
Which of the following types of instruments are used to view internal organs
through very small openings?
Endoscopic
Instruments must NEVER be

Engraved
Which of the following is an example of a flexible endoscope?

Bronchoscope
In the sterile storage area of CS/SPD, the temperature is 70° F (21°C) and the
humidity is 69%. What should be done ?
Continue with routine activities
Anyone entering the the preparation area MUST

Wear proper attire
Where should the chemical indicator be placed when sterilizing two large basins
with smaller basins in one set?
In the top and bottom basins
If a wrapper will be used as a sterile field, how far over the edge of the table MUST
it extend ?
6 inches
Rigid containers are a medical device and MUST have a 510(k) clearance from the
FDA (food and drug administration)
The three basic shapes of microbes are round spiral and

Rod like
In NON TABLE TOP steam sterilizers steam is generated

A boiler
Autoclave tape is considered which class of indicator ?

Class 1
The part of the steam sterilizer that produces heat inside the chamber to prevent
condensation from forming on the chamber walls is the
Jacket
The need for frequent reprocessing can be MINIMIZED by
Proper stock rotation
What is the coldest part of the sterilizer

Drain line
Gradual heating of packs occurs during which phase of the steam sterilizer cycle?
Conditioning
An emergency eye wash station MUST

Permit hands free operations
What is the MOST important thing to remember when double peel pouching ?
The inner pouch must lay flay inside the outer pouch
Which of the following BEST describes a MINIMUM exposure time, temperature ,

and pressure for prevaccum steam sterilization of wrapped items?
4 minutes at 270°F (132°C) and 28 to 30 pounds per square inch
What is the first step to take when an instrument needs to be sterilized for
immediate use ?
Clean the instrument according to the manufacturer's instructions
Incoming saturated steam should be within which of the following ranges of

dryness
97% to 100%
Failure to remove all air from a package within the steam sterilizer will result in
Poor steam penetration
Damage to medical/surgical supplies stored in the RECEIVING AREA can be

avoided by
Removing supplies from the original shipping cartons
Steam is exhausted from the sterilizer through the

Chamber drain line
Why MUST textile packs be placed on their sides for sterilization?

To facilitate air removal and stream penetration
The MOST unique feature of an integrating chemical indicator is its ability to

Perform in parallel to a biological indicator
EO kills microorganisms by a process called

Alkylation
The normal concentration of hydrogen peroxide in a low temperature gas plasma

sterilizer is
59%
Rigid sterilization containers should be biologically tested before

Purchasing
In the sterile storage area, the ventilation system MUST be under

Positive pressure
The hourly exchange rate in the sterile storage area should be AT LEAST
4
Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting the dry time in a steam sterilizer ?
Selected sterilization time
The optimum amount of a supply to order is called the

Economical order quantity
The cochlea is part of the

Inner ear
CS/CSP should be capable of planning for approximately what percentage of the

total needs of a unit?
90%
Which of the following MUST be made available to distribution personnel?

Policies and procedures for correct handling of sterile supplies
Which of the following agencies regulate EO?

OSHA,EPA,FDA
Another name for par level inventory is

Fixed inventory level
Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of an exchange cart system?

Inventory is duplicated
Which distribution system is designed to reduce storeroom inventory ?

Just in time
A biological indicator should contain how many spores?

10-1
The drain line basket in a steam sterilizer should be cleaned

Daily
Effective sterilization starts with

Through cleaning
Generally, incident reports should be filled

Within 24 hours of incident
An exhaust hood over the EO sterilizer is an example of a(n)

Engineering control
Which of the following is the correct incubation temperature range for biological
indicators used in steam sterilization?
131°F to 140°F
Which is the largest part of the brain

Cerebrum
A chemical indicator responding to two or more critical parameters belongs to

which class?
Class 4
Ortho phtaldehyde is classified as a
High level disinfectant
When placing paper plastic pouches in a sterilizer the pouches should be placed
Paper facing plastic in a basket
A. The set is difficult to carry if the weight is unevenly distributed
B. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry
C. It is easier for the end user to sort the instrument
D. The overall weight of the set is affected
B
A. To provide dependable service to enhance patient care
B. To provide sterilization services on a rigid schedule
C. To provide delivery of supplies
D. To provide direct patient care
A

disinfectants?
A. OSHA
B. FDA
C. EPA
D. CDC
C

A. Steam
B. Ozone
C. Ethylene oxide
D. Low temperature gas plasma
D
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D
A
A. Function
B. Structure
C. Physiology
D. Sociology
B
Which of the following transports molecules within the cell

A. Cilia
B. Flagella
C. Nucleus
D. Cytoplasm
D
processing?
A. Open heart set
B. Laparotomy set
C. Abdominal set
D. Craniotomy set
D

A. Gallbladder
B. Pancreas
C. Stomach
D. Liver
D

A. Inches
B. Microns
C. Millimeters
D. Centimeters
B
A. Biological testing
B. Small load testing
C. Chemical testing
D. Maximum load testing
D

A. 96.8° F
B. 97.8° F
C. 98.6° F
D. 99.0° F
C

A. It is less difficult to kill than vegatitive bacteria
B. It is more difficult to kill than a spore
C. It is resistant to heat and chemicals
D. It is easily killed by antibiotics
C

A. Circulatory
B. Respiratory
C. Nervous
D. Digestive
B

A. Discussing patient issues with friends
B. Not reconizing cultural beliefs
C. Dealing with what is bad
D. Doing the right thing
D
A. Prion
B. Spore
C. Flagella
D. Capsule
B

A. Prions
B. Spores
C. Viruses
D. Pyrogens
A

A. Fomites
B. Vehicles
C. Vectors
D. Flagellae
A
A. Droplets
B. Vectors
C. Direct contact
D Contaminated food and water
D
A. UP
B. Left
C. Right
D. Down
A

A. 25% to 49%
B. 60% to 95%
C. 50% to 100%
D. 75% to 100%
B
A. Storage of minerals
B. Growth of blood cells
C. Distribution of hormones
D. Protection of internal organs
C

A. Leakproof
B. Rubber
C. Metal
D. Glass
A

A. Cocci
B. Bacilli
C. Spiral
D. Flagellae
A
A. Snorting
B. Sterilizing
C. Cleaning
D. Disinfection
C

A. Floors and work surfaces
B. Walls and vents
C. Floor drains
D. Ceilings
A
A. Its use is optional
B. Vinyl gloves are all that is needed manual cleaning
C. Failure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action
D. If the temperature in the room is too warm, gowns do not need to be worn
C

A. The manufacturer's instructions must be obtained
B. Material compatibility testing must be preformed
C. It must be approved by the electrician
D. It must be checked for function
A
The MINIMUM time needed for effective handwashing is

A. 5 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 15 seconds
D. 20 seconds
C
A. Quality of water
B. Amount of soil
C. Water temperature
D. Cost of detergent
D

A. TMJ
B. pH
C. Fx
D. B12
B

A. Soil
B. Air
C. Water
D. Body
A
A. Concentrated
B. Neutral
C. Alkaline
D. Acidic
D

A. Acidic
B. Neutral
C. Alkaline
D. Concentrated
C
A. Soil and water
B. Oil and water
C. Gas and oil
D. Soil and gas
A
A. Extended dry cycles
B. A lack of friction in washing
C. The need to break down protein
D. The high water temperature used
B

instruments
A. Proteolytic enzyme detergent
B. Lipolytic enzyme detergent
C. Organic alkaline detergent
D. Organic acid detergent
D

A. Rinse the instruments with distilled water and dry them out
B. Soak the instruments overnight in an enzyme solution
C. Use a chlorine based cleaner
D. Use a metal bristled brush
A
A. Sharp instruments
B. Hinged instruments
C. Delicate instruments
D. Laparoscopic instruments
D
A. Alkaline,wash,acid rinse,regular rinse
B. Regular rinse,alkaline wash,acid rinse
C. Acid rinse,alkaline wash,regular rinse
D.Alkaline wash,regular rinse,acid rinse
A

A. Resterilized
B. Completely reprocessed
C. Repackaged and resterilized
D. Resterilized after the indicators are changed
B
A. Disinfection process may not vary
B. Disinfection process might not be effective
C. Item will need to be sterilized and recleaned
D. Passivation layer on the item are changed
B
A. Halogen
B. Peracetic acid solutions
C. Glutaraldehyde solution
D. Quaternary ammonium compounds
D

A. 0.02ppm
B. 0.05ppm
C. 0.5 ppm
D. 0.25 ppm
B
A. Hypo/hyperthermia machine
B. Sequential compression device
C. Continuous passive motion decive
D. Patient controlled analgesis pump
A

blood clots?
A. Continuous passive motion device
B. Patient controlled anagesia pump
C. Sequntial compression device
D. Hypo/hyperthermia machine
C

A. 200
B. 300
C. 400
D. 500
C
solution and then
A. Room air dried
B. Rinsed with treated water
C. Wiped off with a dry towel
D. Blown dried with compressed air
A

A. Suture
B. Wire
C. Tissue
D. Dressing
C

A. To hold smaller needles
B. To allow easier inspection for cleanliness
C. To hold the suture needle better
D. To provide more friction than stainless steel
C
A. Before ultrasonic cleaning
B. When recommended by the manufacturer
C. Immediately after ultrasonic cleaning
D. If they are to be flashed sterilized
B
A. Endoscopic
B. Powered
C. Self retaining
D. Micro
A

A. Engraved
B. Etched
C. Taped
D. Color bonded
A
A. Bronchoscope
B. Arthroscope
C. Resectoscope
D. Cystoscope
A
A. Continue with routine activities
B. Inspect all packages for excessive moisture
C. Contact engineering to lower the temperature
D. Contact engineering to increase the humidity
A

A. Sign in
B. Be an employee
C. Wear proper attire
D. Be at least 21 years old
C
A. In the top basin
B. In the bottom basin
C. In the center of the basins
D. In the top and bottom basins
D
it extend ?
A. 2 inches
B. 4 inches
C. 6 inches
D. 8 inches
C
A. CDC (center for disease control)
B. FDA (food and drug administration)
C. JC (Joint commission)
D. EPA (Environmental protection agency)
B
A. Straight
B. Square
C. Oval
D. Rod like
D

A. The sterilizer jacket
B. A boiler
C. Steam lines
D. The internal chamber
B

A. Class 1
B. Class 2
C. Class 3
D. Class 4
A
A. Steam gauge
B. Pressure gauge
C. Door jacket
D. Jacket
D

A. Proper stock rotation
B. Ordering more supplies
C. Using plastic bags for dust covers
D. Establishing minimum stock quantities
A

A. Back top
B. Center
C. Bottom back
D. Drain line
D
A. Holding
B. Exhaust
C. Conditioning
D. Exposure
C

A. Provide 0.8 gallons of water per minute
B. Supply the water continuously for 30 minutes
C. Permit hands free operations
D. Flush one eye at a time
C.
A. The inner package must remain unsealed
B. The inner package should be folded to fit inside the outer pouch
C. The inner pouch must lay flay inside the outer pouch
D. The two pouches should be sealed together
C.
A. 4 minutes at 270°F (132°C) and 28 to 30 pounds per square inch
B. 3 minutes at 270°F (132°C) and 38 to 40 pounds per square inch
C. 15 minutes at 250°F (121°C) and 28 to 30 pounds per square inch
D. 30 minutes at 250°F ( 121°C) and 28 to 40 pounds per square inch
A.
immediate use ?
A. Place the item in a peal pouch and seal
B. Place a biological indicator in the sterilizer
C. Clean the instrument according to the manufacturer's instructions
D. Wrap in double thickness non woven wrap
C

dryness
A. 97% to 100%
B. 51% to 55%
C. 10% to 12%
D. 5% to 6%
A
A. Wet packs
B. Poor steam penetration
C. Drying out of the packaging material
D. Poor adherence of the autoclave tape
B

avoided by
A. Storing supplies no closer than 18 inches from the ceiling
B. Storing supplies at least 8 inches from the floor
C. Avoiding temperature and humidity extremes
D. Removing supplies from the origional shipping cartons
D

A. Door gasket
B. Pressure gauge
C. Chamber jacket
D. Chamber drain line
D

A. To aid the drying process
B. To facilitate air removal and stream penetration
C. To allow as many packs as possible to fit on the rack
D. To better the chemical indicator tape
B
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A. To take the place of a biological indicator
B. Be incubated and read within 3 hours
C. Perform in parallel to a biological indicator
D. Be suitable for all types of sterilization
C
EO kills microrganisms by a process called

A. Condensation
B. Maturation
C. Oxidation
D. Alkylation
D

sterilizer is
A. 30%
B. 48%
C. 59%
D. 75%
C

A. Placement of the filters
B. Purchasing
C.Testing gaskets
D. The first cycle of the day
B

A. The sprinklers
B. The air conditioners
C. Negative pressure
D. Positive pressure
D
A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
B
A. Type of packaging
B. Weight of sets
C. Selected sterilization time
D. Configuration of the load
C

A. reorder point
B. cycle count
C. Perpetual inventory count
D. Economical order quantity
D

A. Middle ear
B. External ear
C. Inner ear
D. Tympanic cavity
C

A. 50%
B. 75%
C. 90%
D. 100%
C

A. A map of the facility
B. Dedicated locker rooms
C. Computerized inventory and distribution systems
D. Policies and procedures for correct handling of sterile supplies
D

A. OSHA,JC,CDC
B. OSHA ,CDC,EPA
C. OSHA,EPA,FDA
D. OSHA,AAMI,CDC
C

A. Total exchange cart
B. Demand distribution
C. Just in time distribution
D. Fixed inventory level
D

A. Inventory is duplicated
B. Supplies must be requisitioned
C. Patients are charged immediately
D. Supplies can be potentially outdate
A

A. Just in time
B. Exchange carts
C. Par level stocking
D. Demand distribution
A

A. 10-1
B. 10-2
C.10-4
D. 10-6
A

A. Weekly
B. Daily
C. Monthly
D. Quarterly
B

A. Proper handwashing
B. Use of a germicide
C. Through cleaning
D. use of enzymatics
C

A. within 24 hours of incident
B. Only If there is a severe injury
C. When requested by workman's compensation
D. For employees injuries only
A

A. Regulated area
B. Emission control
C. Emergency plan
D.Engineering control
D
A. 131°F to 140°F
B. 140°F to 183°F
C. 250°F to 275°F
D. 270°F to 275°F
A

A. Cerebrum
B. Cerebellum
C. Brain stem
D. Spinalcord
A

which class?
A. Class 2
B. Class 3
C. Class 4
D. Class 5
C

A. Low level disinfectant
B. Immediate level disinfectant
C. High level disinfectant
D. Liquid sterilant
C
A. Paper to paper in a basket
B. Plastic to plastic in a basket
C. Paper facing plastic in a basket
D. On their edge placed in between other packages
C
Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry.

What is the purpose of evenly distributing large sets of instruments?
To provide dependable service to enhance patient care.
What is the overall role of the SPD?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

What government agency has the responsibility for approving new environmental
disinfectants prior to their being sold to healthcare facilities?
Low-temperature gas plasma

Medical-grade kraft paper cannot be used in what type of sterilization process?
A items
During cycle counts, items that have a large dollar value but are not used
frequently are classified as what?
Anatomy
The science that studies the structure of the body is known as...
Cytoplasm
What transports molecules within the cell?
Craniotomy set
What set would be considered high-risk for special prion processing?
Liver
What organ produces bile?
Microns
Microorganisms are measured in what?
Maximum-load testing
What respect to rigid sterilization container testing, which term defines the
sterilizer's ability to sterilize under actual use conditions?
98.6 F (37 C)
If you have a fever, your temperature would be above what temperature?
It is resistant to heat and chemicals

What is a capsule resistant to?
Respiratory system
Pulmonary capillaries are found in what system?
Doing the right thing.

Ethics is the practice of what?
Spore
A microorganism that is resting and has a hard, shell-like outer covering is called
a...
Prions
What is spongiform encephalopathy caused by?
Fomites
Nails, tissues, and money are examples of what?
Contaminated food and water

Cholera is transmitted by...
pointed up
In the final step of handwashing, the fingers should be rinsed with the
fingertips......
60% - 95%
Waterless hand antiseptics contain what percentage concentration of alcohol to
make them most effective?
~ Storage of minerals
~Growth of blood cells
~Protection of the internal organs
How do the bones support the other body systems?
Leak proof.
The OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requires that
containers for potentially infectious materials be...
Cocci
Round or spherical bacteria are called what?
Cleaning
processing is called what?
Floors and work surfaces

What should be cleaned daily?
C) Failure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action.

Select the following statement that is true about the use of PPE in the
decontamination area.
A) Its use is optional.
B) Vinyl floves are all that is needed for manual cleaning.
C) Failure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action.
D) If the temperature in the room is too warm, gowns do not need to be worn.
The manufacturer's instructions must be obtained.

What must happen before a medical device is cleaned and processed?
15 seconds
The minimum time needed for effective handwashing is...
Neutralizing acid
What chemical is required for rinsing when a high-alkaline detergent is used in a
mechanical washer?
pH
The relative acidity or alkalinity of a solution is referred to as its...
the soil
Clostridium botulinum is harbored in...
Alkaline
A solution with a pH of 13 is considered...
Soil and water

which of the following are major non-living reservoirs of infectious diseases?
Acidic
A solution with a pH of 3 is considered...
Anodized aluminum
What materials may be affected by the use of high-alkaline detergents?
Organic acid detergent

What is used to remove severe stains on stainless steel instruments?
rinse the lumens with distilled water and dry them well.
One method of preventing biofilm formation in lumens is to...
soft bristled brush

Generally, the distal end of a rigid endoscope should be cleaned with a...
alkaline wash, acid rinse, regular rinse.

To reduce the potential for corrosion, the multi-step process in a mechanical
washer consists of...
completely reprocessed.
Opened but used instruments sets should be...
disinfection process might not be effective.

When high-level disinfecting a device, if too many microorganisms remain on an
item after the cleaning process, the...
Quaternary ammonium compounds

what chemical is used for cleaning inaniae environmental surfaces and floors?
two times.
Unless otherwise directed, an item high-level disinfected in Gluraraldehyde must
be rinsed a minimum of...
Hypo/hyperthermia machine
What piece of equipment would be used to regulate body temperature?
Sequential compression device

What piece of equipment would be used to prevent the formation of blood clots?
400 series
Which series of stainless steel is used to manufacture osteotomes?
room air-dried.
solution and then....
Tissue
What is cut with dissecting scissors?
To hold the suture needle better.

When recommended by the manufacturer

When should laparoscopic instruments be re-assembled for sterilization?
Endoscopic instrument
What instrument is used to view internal organs through very small openings?
It should never be engraved
What should never be done to an instrument?
Bronchoscope
What is an example of a flexible endoscope?
Continue with routine activities

In the sterile storage area of the SPD, the temperature is 70 degrees F (21 C) and
the humidity is 69%. What should be done?
wear proper attire

Anyone entering the preparation area must...
top and bottom basins

When sterilizing two large basins with smaller bowls in the same set, the chemical
indicator should be placed in the...
6 inches
If a wrapper will be used as a sterile field, how far over the edge of the table must
it extend?
With written manufacturer's instructions
When can loaner instrument sets be placed inside rigid sterilization containers?
round, spiral, and rod-like

The three basic shapes of microbes are...
a boiler
In non-table top steam sterilizers, steam is generated in...
Class 1
Autoclave tape is considered which class of chemical indicator?
jacket
condensation from forming on the chamber walls is the.....
Proper stock rotation

What is most effective to minimize frequent reprocessing of sterile supplies?
drain line
The coldest location inside the steam sterilizer chamber is the...
Conditioning
Gradual heating of packs occurs during which phase of steam sterilization cycle?
permit hands-free operation.

An emergency eyewash station must....
inner pouch must lay flat inside the outer pouch.

When double paper-plastic pouching is permitted, the...
4 minutes at 270 degrees F (132 C) and 28 to 30 pounds of pressure per square

inch (psi)
What is the minimum exposure time, temperature, and pressure for pre-vacuum
steam sterilization of wrapped items?
Clean the instrument according to the manufacturer's instructions.

What is the first step to take when a instrument needs to be sterilized for
immediate use?
97% - 100%
dryness?
poor steam penetration.

Failure to remove all air from a package to be steam sterilized may result in...
avoiding temperature and humidity extremes.

Damage to medical/surgical supplies stored in the receiving area can be avoided
by...
Chamber drain line

Steam is exhausted from the sterilizer through the...
facilitate air removal and steam penetration.

Textile packs must be placed on their sides in the steam sterilizer in order to...
perform in parallel to a biological indicator.
The most unique feature of an integrating chemical indicator is its ability to...
Alkylation
Ethylene Oxide gas kills microorganisms by a process called...
59%.
The normal concentration of hydrogen peroxide in low-temperature gas plasma
sterilizer is...
they are purchased.

Rigid sterilization containers must be biologically bested before...
Positive pressure
In the sterile storage area, the ventilation system must be under what kind of
pressure?
4 exchanges per hour

The hourly air exchange rate in the sterile storage area should be at least...
Selected sterilization time
What is not a factor affecting the dry time in a steam sterilizer?
Economical order quantity

The optimum amount of a supply to order is called the...
Inner ear
The cochlea is part of the...
90%
The SPD should be capable of planning for approximately what percentage of the
Policies and procedures for correct handling of sterile supplies.

What must be made available to distribution personnel?
Low-level disinfection
According to Spaulding's classification, a noncritical device requires what kind of
sterilization?
Fixed inventory level

Another name for par-level inventory is...
Inventory is duplicated
What is considered a disadvantage of an exchange cart system?
Just-in-time
Which distribution system is designed to reduce storeroom inventory?
10^ -6
An item is consdered sterile if the sterility asssurance level reaches...
Daily
How often should the drain-line basket in a steam sterilizer be cleaned?
thorough cleaning.
Effective sterilization begins with...
immediately.
Incident reports should be filed...
Engineering control
An exhaust hood over the ethylene oxide gas sterilizer is an example of an...
131-140 degrees F (55-60 C)

What is the correct incubation temperature range for biological indicators used in
steam sterilization?
Cerebrum
What is the largest part of the brain?
Higher temperatures require higher pressure.

What is true regarding steam sterilization?
high-level disinfectant.
Ortho-phthaldehyde is classified as a...
Paper facing plastic

When placing paper-plastic pouches in a sterilizer, the pouches should be
positioned how?

A. The set is difficult to carry if the weight is unevenly distributed
B. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry
C. It is easier for the end user to sort the instrument
D. The overall weight of the set is affected
B
A. To provide dependable service to enhance patient care
B. To provide sterilization services on a rigid schedule
C. To provide delivery of supplies
D. To provide direct patient care
A
disinfectants?
A. OSHA
B. FDA
C. EPA
D. CDC
C

A. Steam
B. Ozone
C. Ethylene oxide
D. Low temperature gas plasma
D
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D
A
A. Function
B. Structure
C. Physiology
D. Sociology
B
Which of the following transports molecules within the cell

A. Cilia
B. Flagella
C. Nucleus
D. Cytoplasm
D
processing?
A. Open heart set
B. Laparotomy set
C. Abdominal set
D. Craniotomy set
D
A. Gallbladder
B. Pancreas
C. Stomach
D. Liver
D

A. Inches
B. Microns
C. Millimeters
D. Centimeters
B
A. Biological testing
B. Small load testing
C. Chemical testing
D. Maximum load testing
D
A. 96.8° F
B. 97.8° F
C. 98.6° F
D. 99.0° F
C

A. It is less difficult to kill than vegatitive bacteria
B. It is more difficult to kill than a spore
C. It is resistant to heat and chemicals
D. It is easily killed by antibiotics
C

A. Circulatory
B. Respiratory
C. Nervous
D. Digestive
B
A. Discussing patient issues with friends
B. Not reconizing cultural beliefs
C. Dealing with what is bad
D. Doing the right thing
D
A. Prion
B. Spore
C. Flagella
D. Capsule
B

A. Prions
B. Spores
C. Viruses
D. Pyrogens
A
A. Fomites
B. Vehicles
C. Vectors
D. Flagellae
A
A. Droplets
B. Vectors
C. Direct contact
D Contaminated food and water
D
A. UP
B. Left
C. Right
D. Down
A
A. 25% to 49%
B. 60% to 95%
C. 50% to 100%
D. 75% to 100%
B
A. Storage of minerals
B. Growth of blood cells
C. Distribution of hormones
D. Protection of internal organs
C

A. Leakproof
B. Rubber
C. Metal
D. Glass
A
A. Cocci
B. Bacilli
C. Spiral
D. Flagellae
A
A. Snorting
B. Sterilizing
C. Cleaning
D. Disinfection
C

A. Floors and work surfaces
B. Walls and vents
C. Floor drains
D. Ceilings
A
A. Its use is optional
B. Vinyl gloves are all that is needed manual cleaning
C. Failure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action
D. If the temperature in the room is too warm, gowns do not need to be worn
C

A. The manufacturer's instructions must be obtained
B. Material compatibility testing must be preformed
C. It must be approved by the electrician
D. It must be checked for function
A
The MINIMUM time needed for effective handwashing is

A. 5 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 15 seconds
D. 20 seconds
C
A. Quality of water
B. Amount of soil
C. Water temperature
D. Cost of detergent
D

A. TMJ
B. pH
C. Fx
D. B12
B

A. Soil
B. Air
C. Water
D. Body
A
A. Concentrated
B. Neutral
C. Alkaline
D. Acidic
D

A. Acidic
B. Neutral
C. Alkaline
D. Concentrated
C
A. Soil and water
B. Oil and water
C. Gas and oil
D. Soil and gas
A
A. Extended dry cycles
B. A lack of friction in washing
C. The need to break down protein
D. The high water temperature used
B

instruments
A. Proteolytic enzyme detergent
B. Lipolytic enzyme detergent
C. Organic alkaline detergent
D. Organic acid detergent
D

A. Rinse the instruments with distilled water and dry them out
B. Soak the instruments overnight in an enzyme solution
C. Use a chlorine based cleaner
D. Use a metal bristled brush
A
A. Sharp instruments
B. Hinged instruments
C. Delicate instruments
D. Laparoscopic instruments
D
A. Alkaline,wash,acid rinse,regular rinse
B. Regular rinse,alkaline wash,acid rinse
C. Acid rinse,alkaline wash,regular rinse
D.Alkaline wash,regular rinse,acid rinse
A

A. Resterilized
B. Completely reprocessed
C. Repackaged and resterilized
D. Resterilized after the indicators are changed
B
A. Disinfection process may not vary
B. Disinfection process might not be effective
C. Item will need to be sterilized and recleaned
D. Passivation layer on the item are changed
B
A. Halogen
B. Peracetic acid solutions
C. Glutaraldehyde solution
D. Quaternary ammonium compounds
D

A. 0.02ppm
B. 0.05ppm
C. 0.5 ppm
D. 0.25 ppm
B
A. Hypo/hyperthermia machine
B. Sequential compression device
C. Continuous passive motion decive
D. Patient controlled analgesis pump
A

blood clots?
A. Continuous passive motion device
B. Patient controlled anagesia pump
C. Sequntial compression device
D. Hypo/hyperthermia machine
C

A. 200
B. 300
C. 400
D. 500
C
solution and then
A. Room air dried
B. Rinsed with treated water
C. Wiped off with a dry towel
D. Blown dried with compressed air
A

A. Suture
B. Wire
C. Tissue
D. Dressing
C

A. To hold smaller needles
B. To allow easier inspection for cleanliness
C. To hold the suture needle better
D. To provide more friction than stainless steel
C
A. Before ultrasonic cleaning
B. When recommended by the manufacturer
C. Immediately after ultrasonic cleaning
D. If they are to be flashed sterilized
B
A. Endoscopic
B. Powered
C. Self retaining
D. Micro
A

A. Engraved
B. Etched
C. Taped
D. Color bonded
A
A. Bronchoscope
B. Arthroscope
C. Resectoscope
D. Cystoscope
A
A. Continue with routine activities
B. Inspect all packages for excessive moisture
C. Contact engineering to lower the temperature
D. Contact engineering to increase the humidity
A

A. Sign in
B. Be an employee
C. Wear proper attire
D. Be at least 21 years old
C
A. In the top basin
B. In the bottom basin
C. In the center of the basins
D. In the top and bottom basins
D
it extend ?
A. 2 inches
B. 4 inches
C. 6 inches
D. 8 inches
C
A. CDC (center for disease control)
B. FDA (food and drug administration)
C. JC (Joint commission)
D. EPA (Environmental protection agency)
B

A. Straight
B. Square
C. Oval
D. Rod like
D

A. The sterilizer jacket
B. A boiler
C. Steam lines
D. The internal chamber
B

A. Class 1
B. Class 2
C. Class 3
D. Class 4
A
A. Steam gauge
B. Pressure gauge
C. Door jacket
D. Jacket
D

A. Proper stock rotation
B. Ordering more supplies
C. Using plastic bags for dust covers
D. Establishing minimum stock quantities
A

A. Back top
B. Center
C. Bottom back
D. Drain line
D
A. Holding
B. Exhaust
C. Conditioning
D. Exposure
C

A. Provide 0.8 gallons of water per minute
B. Supply the water continuously for 30 minutes
C. Permit hands free operations
D. Flush one eye at a time
C.
A. The inner package must remain unsealed
B. The inner package should be folded to fit inside the outer pouch
C. The inner pouch must lay flay inside the outer pouch
D. The two pouches should be sealed together
C.

A. 4 minutes at 270°F (132°C) and 28 to 30 pounds per square inch
B. 3 minutes at 270°F (132°C) and 38 to 40 pounds per square inch
C. 15 minutes at 250°F (121°C) and 28 to 30 pounds per square inch
D. 30 minutes at 250°F ( 121°C) and 28 to 40 pounds per square inch
A.
immediate use ?
A. Place the item in a peal pouch and seal
B. Place a biological indicator in the sterilizer
C. Clean the instrument according to the manufacturer's instructions
D. Wrap in double thickness non woven wrap
C

dryness
A. 97% to 100%
B. 51% to 55%
C. 10% to 12%
D. 5% to 6%
A
A. Wet packs
B. Poor steam penetration
C. Drying out of the packaging material
D. Poor adherence of the autoclave tape
B

avoided by
A. Storing supplies no closer than 18 inches from the ceiling
B. Storing supplies at least 8 inches from the floor
C. Avoiding temperature and humidity extremes
D. Removing supplies from the origional shipping cartons
D

A. Door gasket
B. Pressure gauge
C. Chamber jacket
D. Chamber drain line
D

A. To aid the drying process
B. To facilitate air removal and stream penetration
C. To allow as many packs as possible to fit on the rack
D. To better the chemical indicator tape
B
We have an expert-written solution to this problem!

A. To take the place of a biological indicator
B. Be incubated and read within 3 hours
C. Perform in parallel to a biological indicator
D. Be suitable for all types of sterilization
C
EO kills microrganisms by a process called

A. Condensation
B. Maturation
C. Oxidation
D. Alkylation
D

sterilizer is
A. 30%
B. 48%
C. 59%
D. 75%
C

A. Placement of the filters
B. Purchasing
C.Testing gaskets
D. The first cycle of the day
B

A. The sprinklers
B. The air conditioners
C. Negative pressure
D. Positive pressure
D
A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
B
A. Type of packaging
B. Weight of sets
C. Selected sterilization time
D. Configuration of the load
C

A. reorder point
B. cycle count
C. Perpetual inventory count
D. Economical order quantity
D

A. Middle ear
B. External ear
C. Inner ear
D. Tympanic cavity
C

A. 50%
B. 75%
C. 90%
D. 100%
C

A. A map of the facility
B. Dedicated locker rooms
C. Computerized inventory and distribution systems
D. Policies and procedures for correct handling of sterile supplies
D

A. OSHA,JC,CDC
B. OSHA ,CDC,EPA
C. OSHA,EPA,FDA
D. OSHA,AAMI,CDC
C

A. Total exchange cart
B. Demand distribution
C. Just in time distribution
D. Fixed inventory level
D

A. Inventory is duplicated
B. Supplies must be requisitioned
C. Patients are charged immediately
D. Supplies can be potentially outdate
A

A. Just in time
B. Exchange carts
C. Par level stocking
D. Demand distribution
A

A. 10-1
B. 10-2
C.10-4
D. 10-6
A

A. Weekly
B. Daily
C. Monthly
D. Quarterly
B

A. Proper handwashing
B. Use of a germicide
C. Through cleaning
D. use of enzymatics
C

A. within 24 hours of incident
B. Only If there is a severe injury
C. When requested by workman's compensation
D. For employees injuries only
A

A. Regulated area
B. Emission control
C. Emergency plan
D.Engineering control
D
A. 131°F to 140°F
B. 140°F to 183°F
C. 250°F to 275°F
D. 270°F to 275°F
A

A. Cerebrum
B. Cerebellum
C. Brain stem
D. Spinalcord
A

which class?
A. Class 2
B. Class 3
C. Class 4
D. Class 5
C

A. Low level disinfectant
B. Immediate level disinfectant
C. High level disinfectant
D. Liquid sterilant
C
A. Paper to paper in a basket
B. Plastic to plastic in a basket
C. Paper facing plastic in a basket
D. On their edge placed in between other packages
C

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Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set?

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Microorganisms are measured in

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Ethics is the practice of

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Which of the following IS NOT s consideration when selecting a detergent?

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Clostridium botulinum is harbored in (the)

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Alkaline detergents are BEST for mechanical washers because of

Which of the following is used to remove severe stains on stainless steel

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What is the ceiling threshold limit value for glutaraldehyde?

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For manual lubrication, surgical instruments should be placed in a lubricant

Which of the following should be cut with dissecting scissors ?

What is the purpose of a tungsten carbide insert on a needle holder?

When should laparoscopic instruments be reassembled for sterilization?

Instruments must NEVER be

Which of the following is an example of a flexible endoscope?

Anyone entering the the preparation area MUST

The three basic shapes of microbes are round spiral and

In NON TABLE TOP steam sterilizers steam is generated

Autoclave tape is considered which class of indicator ?

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An emergency eye wash station MUST

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Damage to medical/surgical supplies stored in the RECEIVING AREA can be

Steam is exhausted from the sterilizer through the

Why MUST textile packs be placed on their sides for sterilization?

The MOST unique feature of an integrating chemical indicator is its ability to

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The normal concentration of hydrogen peroxide in a low temperature gas plasma

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The cochlea is part of the

CS/CSP should be capable of planning for approximately what percentage of the

Which of the following MUST be made available to distribution personnel?