SPD - Final Exam Questions & Answers(GRADED A+)

Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of evenly distributing large sets of instruments? - ANSWER Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry Which of the following BEST describes the overall role of the sterile processing area? We provide... - ANSWER Dependable service to enhance patient care The function of a ratchet can be checked by - ANSWER Closing the ratchet on the first click, then tapping the handle on the worktable during cycle counts items that have a large dollar value but are not frequently used are classified as - ANSWER A items The science that studies the structure of the body is known as - ANSWER Anatomy Which of the following transports molecules within the cell? - ANSWER Cytoplasm Which of the following sets would be considered high-risk for special prion processing? - ANSWER Craniotomy set The metacarpals are located in the... - ANSWER Hands Microorganisms are measured in - ANSWER Microns With respect to rigid sterilization container testing which term defines the sterilizers ability to sterilize under actual use conditions? - ANSWER Maximum Load Testing If you have a fever, your temperature would be above - ANSWER 98.6 F Which of the following statements is true of a capsulated bacterium? It is... - ANSWER More resistant to heat and chemicals Pulmonary capillaries are found in which system? - ANSWER Respiratory A microorganism that is resting and has a hard, shell-like outer covering is called a... - ANSWER Spore Spongiform encephalopathy is caused by which of the following? - ANSWER Prions Nails, tissues, and money are examples of.. - ANSWER Fomites The Zika virus is transmitted by... - ANSWER Vectors In the final step of hand washing, the fingers should be rinsed with the fingertips... - ANSWER Up Waterless hand antiseptics contain what percentage concentration of alcohol to make them MOST effective? - ANSWER 60-95% All of the following play a role in how bones support other body systems except: - ANSWER Distribution of hormones The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires that transport containers for potentially infectious materials be: - ANSWER Leak proof Flagella helps bacteria to - ANSWER Propel through liquid media The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further processing is called: - ANSWER Cleaning Which of the following should be cleaned daily? - ANSWER Floors and work surfaces Select the following statement that is TRUE about the use of personal protective equipment in the decontamination area: - ANSWER Failure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action Before a medical device is cleaned and processed.. - ANSWER The manufacturer's instructions must be obtained. Which of the following additional chemicals is recommended when a high-alkaline detergent is used in a mechanical washer? - ANSWER Neutralizing acid Higher alkalinity in water used for cleaning instruments... - ANSWER Can increase the chance of corrosion Which of the following types of organisms is able to survive adverse environmental conditions by forming spores? - ANSWER Clostridium A solution with a pH of 3 is considered: - ANSWER Acidic A solution with a pH of 13 is considered: - ANSWER Alkaline Which of the following are major non-living reservoirs of infectious diseases? - ANSWER Soil and water Which of the following materials may be affected by the use of high-alkaline detergents? - ANSWER Anodized aluminum