CRCST Practice Exams-Sect. 3 (Sterilization Process) questions with correct answers

Mechanical Convection Sterilizer Answer What is the MOST efficient type of dry heat sterilizer? Dry steam Answer What does the term "superheated steam" refer to? 2 hours Answer What would be the recommended exposure time for a Dry Heat sterilization load that was run at an exposure temperature of 320F (160C)? on the edge Answer Where should items with solid bottoms be located when loading a steam sterilizer? Biological Answer ________________ tests use live bacterial spores to challenge the efficacy of the sterilization process and provide a direct measure of lethality. Increase steam pressure Answer What must be done in order to elevate the temperature of a steam sterilizer? More difficult to sterilize Answer What is the consequence of having an object with a high bioburden? Should not be placed inside wrap sets or containers Answer Which statement is TRUE regarding paper/plastic sterilization pouches? a. should only be used for dry heat sterilization processes b. should no the placed inside wrapped sets or containers c. are not suitable for steam sterilization processes