SPD
Which term means the number of microbes or amount of organic debris on an object at any given time?
bioburden
Before opening any sterilely package item, what is MOST important to verify about the package?
integrity of package
Nonliving proteinaceous infectious particle; contains no DNA or RNA; responsible for transmissible spongiform encephalopathy
Prions
What type of laser has a wavelength that creates a bright blue-green visible light within a plasma tube?
argon
What is Heather's favorite Starbuck's drink?
(HOT) Caramel Macchiato
glutaraldehyde
Which of the following is an acceptable position for placement of a scrubbed, gowned, and gloved surgical technologist's hands?
clasped together in front at waist level
Aerobic, gram-negative bacilli responsible for many gastric ulcers
Helicobacter pylori
The Wilson frame is used for positioning a patient in which surgical position?
prone
What does Salina wear almost everyday to work?
Hat
What is the type of process the ultrasonic cleaner uses to dislodge minute particles of soil and organic debris?
cavitation
A nonsterile person should approach a sterile area face forward while maintaining a distance of?
12 inches
Anaerobic gram-positive bacteria responsible for gas gangrene, cellulitis, and fasciitis
Clostridium perfingens
What is the clinical term for the lesions that appear on the skin of a patient experiencing an allergic reation?
urticara
What are the names of our class mannikins?
Ken #1, Ken #2, and Ken #3
Which type of packaging system has filters and removable locking devices?
rigid containers
What is the MOST important factor in a surgical technologist's role in preventing surgical site infections?
strict surgical conscience
Fungal infection caused by bread mold; sometimes seen in immune-suppressed organ transplant patients
zygomycosis
Describes any civil wrong independent of a contract and provides a remedy in the form of an action for damages?
Tort
What is Ryan's favorite Starbucks drink? Be specific
Venti Caramel Ribbon Crunch, lite ice, and extra caramel with whipped cream
Which sterilization method is most commonly used, safest, least expensive, and appropriate for the majority of surgical instruments?
saturated steam
How many OR's are in Presby?
31
Classification of parasites such as cysticerci (pork tapeworms) that can create lesions in the brain and soft tissues, which require surgical removal?
Helminths
Five Stages of Grief?
Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance
Who is our fearless leader?
Christy