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This classification system is used to categorize patient care items based on the degree of risk of
infection: - correct Answers -Spaulding
An osteotome is: - correct Answers -Used to cut or shave bone
When returning loaned items to the vendor: - correct Answers -All items should be cleaned and
decontaminated
The following is not an acceptable sterilization packaging material: - correct Answers -Canvas
Peel pouches shouldbe sized and applied properly to: - correct Answers -Allow for adequate air removal,
sterilant penetration, and drying
Mold, mushrooms and yeast are common: - correct Answers -Fungi
The surgery of the ear that reconstructs the eardrum so sound waves can be sent to the middle ear is a:
- correct Answers -Tympanoplasty
Dark areas on the lens of an endoscope are: - correct Answers -Damaged light fibers
Soiled instruments and other items are received in which area of the Sterile Processing department -
correct Answers -Decontamination
Pasteurizers disinfect using - correct Answers -Heated water
Which of the following statements about the use of mechanical washers is not true? - correct Answers -
All items should be washed on the same cycle
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, This agency may intervene in a matter of worker
protection even if there are no specific regulations covering the situation: - correct Answers -
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
System where a small barcode containing the instrument information is applied with pressure-sensitive
tape: - correct Answers -Dot marking system
Healthcare-associated infections (HAls) are: - correct Answers -Infections that occur on or after day
three of a hospitalization
Which virus is not transmitted primarily by the airborne or droplet route? - correct Answers -Ebola
Which system gives the body shape and support? - correct Answers -Skeletal
Devices categorized as semi-critical items must be at least ___________ prior to use. - correct Answers -
High-level disinfected
Electronic testing of laparoscopic insulation should
be done: - correct Answers -In the clean assembly area prior to set assembly
Count Sheets: - correct Answers -Provide a detailed list of tray contents
To minimize their exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contaminants, Sterile Processing (SP)
technicians must wear special attire referred to as: - correct Answers -Personal protective equipment
To properly dry lumens: - correct Answers -Use instrument air
Which of these microbes is classified as a gram-positive bacteria? - correct Answers -
Staphylococcusaureus
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