Sterile Processing Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

CBSPD Certification Examination Study Guide Questions and complete solutions Which branch of science refers to the form and organization of body parts? Which branch of science refers to the function of specific body parts The smallest and most numerous structural units processing the basic characteristics of life are called Which is not an environmental factor requires for life? In which part of the cell are genes and DNA located? In which part of the cell are food molecules rece...

Sterile processing practice final exam (2023) Questions and Answers 100% Correct Which of the following best describes the purpose of evenly distributing large sets of instruments? 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 instruments D. The overall weight of the set is affected. correct answerExtra condensation will make the set more diffcult to dry. ...

Decontamination Area - CORRECT ANSWER-Where soiled items are received and cleaned. *All levels for the same tray should be labeled w/a tag to identify the level number and set to which it belongs. Preparation and Packaging Area - CORRECT ANSWER-where cleaned items are inspected, assembled, and packaged. Sterilization Area - CORRECT ANSWER-where terminal sterilization is performed. Sterile Storage Area - CORRECT ANSWER-where sterile items are stored until needed. Sterile Stores - CORREC...

Spiral-Shaped Bacteria Spirillum This government agency is dedicated to ensuring a fast, safe, and efficient transportation system Depart of Transportation (DOT) Rod-Shaped Bacteria Bacillus Bacteria that are capable of growing in the absence of free oxygen Anaerobic Bacteria Round or spherical-Shaped Bacteria Cocci Name the "links" in the chain of infection Causative Agent Reservoir of the Agent Portal of Exit of the Agent to the Reservoir Mode of Transmission Portal of Entry into ...

What is the Area Temp & Humidity for Decontamination? 60 deg to 65 deg F, 30% to 60% Humidity What is the air exchange rate & pressure type for Decontamination? 10 air exchanges per hour under Negative Pressure What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Sterile Storage Area? 68 deg to 75 deg F, 35% to 70% Humidity What is the air exchange rate & pressure type for Sterile Storage Area? 4 air exchanges per hour under Positive Pressure What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Prep & Packa...

Decontamination Area where soiled items are received and cleaned. *All levels for the same tray should be labeled w/a tag to identify the level number and set to which it belongs. Preparation and Packaging Area where cleaned items are inspected, assembled, and packaged. Sterilization Area where terminal sterilization is performed. Sterile Storage Area where sterile items are stored until needed. Loaner Area for the receipt and return of instruments borrowed for specialty procedures. P...

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 t...

What is the preferred pH for detergents used for most cleaning processes? - Answer neutral pH Which of the following statements about the use of mechanical washers is NOT true? - Answer all items should be washed on the same cycle Water must be degassed each time the ultrasonic cleaner's tank is changed, because: - Answer excess bubbles reduce the energy of the cavitation Pyrogens: - Answer are fever producing substances Instrument lubrication is preformed: - Answer after ...

This low-level disinfectant is incompatible with soap. - Answer Quads When using glutaraldehyde, technicians should always wear latex gloves for protection. - Answer False When using high-level disinfectants, it is important to remember they may be deactivated by - Answer organic matter In an automated washer, the key source of disinfection is - Answer water temp. The use of test strips to test the minimum effective concentration in high-level disinfection solutions is requir...

Which area is the first to accept responsibility for all supplies in the facility? - Answer Receiving Which type of inventory distribution system requires the use of a pre-determined inventory list? - Answer Par Level Just-in-time distribution systems are also known as - Answer Stockless Distribution Ordering the optimum quantity of an item based on historical data is known as - Answer Economical Order Quantity Which of the following are elements of a distribution system? - A...

Since Central service techs dont handle money, ethics do not apply to them. True or False - Answer False pg 16 Central service workflow can be divided into the handling of 3 categories of items: soiled items, clean items, or sterile items. True or False - Answer True pg 9 The use of positive and negative air pressure in the CSD is designed to take the place of heating and cooling. True or False - Answer False Pg 13 Since modern CS departments are virtually risk free, CS Techs ...

Parents generally have the _______ to make healthcare decisions for their children. - Answer Right Traffic flow should always be from ___________ to __________ to prevent the spread of pathogens. - Answer Clean to dirty It is never OK to _______ ______ a coworker - Answer clock in A central service technician should be prepared to answer questions from surveyors in the incidence of a _________ inspection. - Answer JC ______________ training may be a professional development r...