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Soiled instruments and other items are received in which area of the SPD?
a. Preparation
b. Packaging
c. Decontamination
d. Sterilization
C. Decontamination
Which of the following information must be included when documenting the contents of a sterilization?
A. Date and time of sterilization
B. Sterilization cycle parameters
C. Type of load (e.g. wrapped, unwrapped, liquid)
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
You notice that the eye wash station is obstructed by storage boxes and is not easily accessible. What should you do in this situation?
A. Leave the eye wash station as it is, since the boxes are temporary and will be removed later.
B. Relocate the storage boxes to ensure clear access to the eye wash station.
C. Inform the supervisor about the obstruction and wait for their instructions.
D. Use a sign to indicate an alternative eye wash station location to employees until the obstruction is cle
B. Relocate the storage boxes to ensure clear access to the eye wash station.
To minimize their exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contaminants, SP technicians must wear special attire referred to as:
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
The measure of alkalinity or acidity refers to:
pH
Which of the following factors can compromise post sterilization package integrity?
A. Excessive handling of packages
B. Exposure to moisture or humidity
C. Improper sealing of packages
D. All of the above
D. All of em!
Which of the following is the proper order for assembling an instrument set?
A. Place heavy instruments at the top of the tray
B. Place sharp instruments at the top of the tray
C. Place light instruments at the top of the tray
D. Place delicate instruments at the top of the tray
C. Place light instruments at the top of the tray
The basic unit of a living organism is a
Cell
The suffix -ectomy means:
a. To repair
b. Surgical removal
c. Inflammation
d. None of the above
B. Surgical Removal
Which of these traffic control/dress code requirements applies to the clean assembly area of the SPD?
a. Biohazard
b. Unrestricted
c. Semi-restricted
d. Restricted
c. Semi-restricted
The procedure where an opening is made into the skill is called a/an:
A. Burr bole
B. Craniotomy
C. Craniectomy
D. Open Reduction Internal Fixation
B. Craniotomy
SP technicians must be able to identify how key systems affect the services they perform and the quality of care they provide. This can be accomplished through:
a. Helping prevent unnecessary waste
b. Participating in training and quality improvement activities
c. Seeking out resources and consulting with other staff members
d. All the above
d. All of the above
What is Microbiology?
The study of microorganisms.
Rinsing instruments in the decontamination area should be done in:
a. A soak sink
b. A sink dedicated to rinsing
c. A sink dedicated to hand hygiene
d. Any sink that is not in use
B. A sink dedicated to rinsing
Which is NOT a goal of point-of-use treatment:
a. Transport within two hours of the end of a procedure
b. Removal of gross soil
c. Prevent cross-contamination
d. Prevent damage during transport
A. Transport within two hours of the end of the procedure.
Which levei of Spaulding Classification requires the highest level of disinfection or sterilization?
A. Non-critical
B. Semi-critical
C. Critical
D. Disposable
C. Critical
When labeling a package containing multiple items, how should the contents be listed?
A. By weight of the items
B. In alphabetical order
C. In the order they were placed in the package
D. By item code numbers
C. In the order they were placed in the package
Which of the following surgical abbreviations might be used relating to a fractured bone?
a. CABG
b. BSO
c. ORIF
d. TAH
C. ORIF (Open Reduction Internal Fixation)
Detergents used in mechanical cleaners should be:
a. Low alkaline
b. Low acid
c. Low temperature
d. Low foaming
D. low foaming
To prevent aerosolization:
a. Items should be brushed below the surface of the water
b. Items should be brushed above the surface of the water
c. Items must be presoaked in a mild acetic solution prior to brushing
d. None of the above
a. Items should be brushed below the surface of the water
Which regulatory agency is responsible for accrediting healthcare organizations and ensuring quality and safety standards?
A. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
B. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
C. The Joint Commission (TJC)
D. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
C. The Joint Commission
When should personal protective equipment (PPF) be worn during the handling of sterilization chemicals?
A. Only when handling concentrated forms of the chemical.
B. When working with any quantity of the chemical.
C. Only when transferring the chemical from one container to another.
D. When disposing of empty containers of the chemical
B. When working with any quantity of the chemical.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a high-level disinfectant?
A. Kills all microbial life
B. Destroys bacteria spores
C. Has a short contact time
D. Can be used to sterilize heat-sensitive instruments
D. Can be used to sterilize heat-sensitive instruments.
These microorganisms are capable of forming a thick wall around themselves, enabling them to survive in adverse conditions:
a. Spores
b. Ribosomes
c. Nuclei
d. Cell membranes
A. Spores
If soiled instruments are to be transported to an offsite facility for processing, they should be:
a. Assembled prior to transport
b. Placed in mesh baskets for safe transport
c. Transported following federal and state Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines
d. Transported following APIC safe transportation guidelines
C. Transported following federal and state Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.