Central Sterile Processing

Decontamination

100

Why is it important to separate clean and dirty areas in the decontamination process?

• a) To prevent cross-contamination
• b) To save space
• c) To reduce noise
• d) To improve lighting

• a) To prevent cross-contamination

200

What is the role of washer-disinfectors in the decontamination process?

• a) To manually clean instruments
• b) To provide thermal disinfection using high-temperature water and detergents
• c) To package instruments
• d) To store instruments

b) To provide thermal disinfection using high-temperature water and detergents

300

How should biohazardous instruments be transported to the decontamination area?

• a) In an open tray
• b) In a puncture-proof, liquid-proof, and labeled container
• c) In a plastic bag
• d) In a cardboard box

b) In a puncture-proof, liquid proof, and labeled container

400

What is the recommended temperature range for the decontamination area?

• a) 50-55°F
• b) 60-65°F
• c) 70-75°F
• d) 80-85°F

b) 60-65°F

500

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for manual cleaning of instruments?

• a) Using a nylon brush to remove debris
• b) Brushing instruments under the water line
• c) Using saline to flush lumens
• d) Inspecting instruments for damage

c) Using saline to flush lumens

Decontamination 2

100

What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn during the decontamination process?

• a) Gloves and a lab coat
• b) Full face shield, gloves, gown, and shoe covers
• c) Surgical mask and gloves
• d) Safety glasses and gloves

b) Full face shield, gloves, gown, and shoe covers

200

What is the primary goal of the decontamination process in sterile processing?

• a) To sterilize instruments
• b) To remove visible soil and contaminants
• c) To package instruments
• d) To store instruments

b) To remove visible soil and contaminants

300

Why is it important to perform precleaning on instruments immediately after use?

• a) To prevent the formation of biofilm
• b) To sterilize the instruments
• c) To label the instruments
• d) To store the instruments

a) To prevent the formation of biofilm

400

What is the purpose of using ultrasonic cleaners in the decontamination process?

• a) To dry instruments
• b) To sterilize instruments
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• d) To package instruments

c) To create microscopic bubbles that remove debris from hard-to-reach areas

500

Which type of detergent is commonly used to break down proteins, blood, and tissue residue during manual cleaning?

• a) Alkaline detergent
• b) Enzymatic detergent
• c) Acidic detergent
• d) Neutral detergent

b) Enzymatic detergent

Assembly/Prep and Pack

100

What should be done if an instrument set is found to be incomplete during the assembly process?

• a) Proceed with packaging the incomplete set
• b) Report the missing instruments and complete the set before packaging
• c) Substitute missing instruments with similar ones
• d) Skip the inspection process

b) Report the missing instruments and complete the set before packaging

200

How can sterile processing technicians ensure the traceability of instrument sets?

• a) By labeling and documenting each set with unique identifiers
• b) By using generic labels for all sets
• c) By storing sets in random order
• d) By skipping the documentation process

a) By labeling and documenting each set with unique identifiers

300

What is the role of chemical indicators in the sterilization process?

• a) To clean the instruments
• b) To confirm that the instruments have been exposed to the sterilization process
• c) To label the instruments
• d) To store the instruments

b) To confirm that the instruments have been exposed to the sterilization process

400

What is the purpose of using count sheets or tray lists during the assembly of instrument sets?

• a) To ensure all required instruments are included and properly arranged
• b) To label the instruments
• c) To clean the instruments
• d) To store the instruments

a) To ensure all required instruments are included and properly arranged

500

How should hinged instruments be positioned during the packaging process to ensure effective sterilization?

• a) In a closed position
• b) In an open or unlocked position
• c) Stacked on top of each other
• d) Wrapped in gauze

b) In an open or unlocked position

Assembly/Prep and Pack2

100

Which packaging material is NOT commonly used for sterilization?

• a) Peel pouches
• b) Rigid containers
• c) Plastic bags
• d) Wraps

c) Plastic bags

200

What is the significance of using a lighted magnification station during the inspection of surgical instruments?

• a) To enhance the visibility of microscopic debris and damage
• b) To sterilize the instruments
• c) To dry wet instruments
• d) To label the instruments

a) To enhance the visibility of microscopic debris and damage

300

Why is it important to maintain proper ergonomics in the prep and pack area?

• a) To improve lighting
• b) To prevent neck and back pain
• c) To reduce noise
• d) To save space

b) To prevent neck and back pain

400

What is the primary reason for using rigid container systems in the packaging of surgical instruments?

• a) To reduce the weight of the instrument sets
• b) To provide a reusable and durable packaging option that maintains sterility
• c) To save space in storage
• d) To simplify the sterilization process

b) To provide a reusable and durable packaging option that maintains sterility

500

Which of the following is a critical step in ensuring the sterility of instruments during the packaging process?

• a) Using any available packaging material
• b) Ensuring instruments are completely dry before packaging
• c) Overloading the sterilization trays
• d) Skipping the use of chemical indicators

b) Ensuring instruments are completely dry before packaging