STERILE PROCESSING EXAM PREP 180 Exam-Style MCQs with Notes & Practice Quizzes

STERILE PROCESSING EXAM PREP
180 Exam-Style MCQs with Notes & Practice Quizzes
Comprehensive Study Guide for Sterile Processing Technicians




SECTION 1
SPD ENVIRONMENT & WORKFLOW
MCQs
1. What is the recommended temperature for the decontamination area?

A. 68–73°F
B. 60–65°F
C. 75–80°F
D. 65–70°F

✅ Answer: B

Explanation:
Decontamination areas are kept cooler (60–65°F) to reduce microbial growth and improve
worker comfort when wearing PPE.



2. The humidity level in the decontamination area should be:

A. 10–20%
B. 30–60%
C. 60–90%
D. 5–10%

✅ Answer: B

,Explanation:
Humidity must remain 30–60% to prevent microbial growth and ensure staff comfort.



3. The air pressure in the decontamination area must be:

A. Positive
B. Neutral
C. Negative
D. Variable

✅ Answer: C

Explanation:
Negative pressure prevents contaminated air from moving into clean areas.



4. The minimum number of air exchanges in the decontamination area is:

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

✅ Answer: D



5. The preparation and packaging area must be maintained at which pressure?

A. Negative
B. Positive
C. Neutral
D. Alternating

✅ Answer: B

Explanation:
Positive pressure keeps contaminated air from entering the clean area.

, 6. The ideal humidity level in the prep and packaging area is:

A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 50%
D. 70%

✅ Answer: C



7. The sterile storage area temperature should not exceed:

A. 65°F
B. 70°F
C. 75°F
D. 80°F

✅ Answer: C



8. Sterile storage areas must have at least how many air exchanges per hour?

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

✅ Answer: B




SECTION 1 QUIZ
Choose the correct answers

1. The decontamination area must operate under:
A Negative Pressure
B Positive Pressure
C Neutral Pressure
D Alternating Pressure