answers 2023
Why is it Important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? - correct answer Extra
condensation will make the set more difficult to dry.
Which of the following best describes the overall role of the CS/SPD? - correct answer
To provide dependable service to enhance patient care.
Which of the following government agencies regulates environmental disinfectants? -
correct answer EPA
The function of a ratchet can be checked by? - correct 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 used frequently are
classified as? - correct answer Class A
Anatomy is the science that deals with the ? Of the body parts? - correct answer
Structure
Which of the following transports molecules within the cell? - correct answer cytoplasm
Which of the following sets are considered high-risk for special prion processing? -
correct answer Craniotomy Set
The metacarpals are located in the? - correct answer Hands
Microorganisms are measured in? - correct answer Microns
With respect to rigid sterilization container testing, which term defines the sterilizes
ability to sterilize under actual use conditions? - correct answer Maximum-load testing
What is the ideal human body temperature? - correct answer 98.6 degrees F
What may be the cause of a blue stain Ima scope in Orthophthaldehyde? - correct
answer Improper cleaning
Which of the following is true of a capsule? - correct answer It is resistant to heat and
chemicals.
Pulmonary capillaries are found in which system? - correct answer Respiratory
Ethics is the practice of: - correct answer Doing the right thing.
, A microorganism that is resting and has a hard, shell like outer covering is called a ? -
correct answer Spore
Spongiform encephalopathy is caused by which of the following? - correct answer
Prions?
Nails, tissues, and money are examples of ? - correct answer Fomites
The Zika virus is transmitted by ? - correct answer Vectors
In the final step of hand washing, the fingers should be rinsed with the fingertips
facing ? - correct answer Up.
Waterless hand antiseptics contain what percentage concentration f alcohol to make
them nose effective? - correct answer 65%-95%
All of the following play a role in how bones support other body systems except? -
correct answer Distribution of hormones
OSHA requires that containers of potentially infectious materials be ? - correct answer
Leakproof
Flagella helps bacteria to ? - correct answer Propel through liquid medium
The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further
processing is called? - correct answer Cleaning
Ventilation in the decontamination area should be ? - correct answer Negative pressure
with 10 air exchanges per hour.
Which of the following should be cleaned daily? - correct answer Floors and work
surfaces.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the use of PPE in the
decontamination area? - correct answer Failure to wear PPE can result in a disciplinary
action.
Before a medical device is cleaned and processed? - correct answer The manufacturers
instructions must be obtained.
Which of the following additional chemicals is recommended when a high-alkaline
detergent is used in a mechanical washer ? - correct answer Neutralizing Acid
Which of the following types of organisms is able to survive adverse environment
conditions by forming spores? - correct answer Clostrudium