CRCST Progess Test Flashcards

The system used to categorize patient care items based on the degree of risk of infection ANSWER : Spaulding Classification System An osteotome is ANSWER : used to cut or shave bone When returning loaner items to the vendor... ANSWER : All items should be cleaned and decontaminated The first goal of creating an instrument pack is... ANSWER : Create a pack that meets user needs True or flase? Positive air flow means when the door is opened, air flows out instead of into the area. ANSWER : True Molds, mushrooms and yeast are common... ANSWER : Fungi The surgery of the ear that reconstructs the eardrum so sound waves can be sent to the middle ear... ANSWER : Tympanoplasty Dark areas on the lens of an endoscope are what? ANSWER : Damaged light fibers Soiled instruments and other items are received in the _____ area of the Central service department ANSWER : Decontamination Pasteurizers disinfect using... ANSWER : Heated water What is NOT true about the use of mechanical washers? ANSWER : All items should be washed on the same cycle Agency which may intervene in a matter of worker protection even if there are no specific regulations covering the situation. ANSWER : Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) True or false? Laser finished instruments are coated with a durable protective finish that cannot be chipped or scratched. ANSWER : False Healthcare-associated infection (HAI) are... ANSWER : Those which occur in the course of being treated in a healthcare facility True or false? Viruses are larger than bacteria. ANSWER : False The system that gives the body shape and support... ANSWER : Skeletal system Devices categorized as semi-critical items, must be at least _____ prior to use. ANSWER : High-level disinfected Electronic testing of laparoscopic insulation should be done... ANSWER : In the clean assembly area prior to set assembly. Count sheets... ANSWER : Provide a detailed list of tray contents Central Service technicians must wear special attire referred to as ______ to minimize their exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contaminants. ANSWER : PPE The temperate in the decontamination area should be between... ANSWER : 60 to 65 degrees fahrenheit True or false? Staphylococcus is classified as a gram-positive bacteria. ANSWER : True Kerrison/laminectomy rongeurs should be tested using... ANSWER : An index card Which of the following should be used to thoroughly rinse (remove) all traces of disinfectant from an endoscope's channels? ANSWER : Treated water The prefix hemi- means... ANSWER : Half The term septorhinoplasty means...