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Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1–6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13 – Practice Questions and Correct Answers for Comprehensive Sterile Processing Certification Preparation

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This document contains final exam practice questions with correct answers covering chapters 1–6, 8, 10, 11, 12, and 13 of sterile processing education and training. Topics include sterile processing department operations, infection prevention, decontamination, surgical instruments, sterilization methods, preparation and packaging, quality assurance, inventory control, safety procedures, and professional responsibilities. The material is designed to reinforce essential sterile processing knowledge through structured practice questions and answer explanations, making it an effective resource for sterile processing technician certification preparation, course review, and exam readiness.

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Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 112, 13
Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11
12, 13
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1. An osteotome is A

(A) used to cut or shave bone.
(B) a retractor.
(C) a hemostatic forceps.
(D) none of the above.

2. When returning loaner items to the vendor C

(A) all items should be completely assembled, tested
and sterile.
(B) trays should be returned immediately after
point-of-use cleaning.(C) all items should be cleaned
and decontaminated.
(D) trays should be terminally sterilized before return-
ing them to the vendor.

3. The first goal of creating an instrument pack is C

(A) obtain the proper packaging container for the
pack.
(B) decide on the order of instrument placement.
(C) create a pack that meets user needs.
(D) create a pack that makes the physician happy.

4. Positive air flow means when the door is opened, air A
flows out instead of into the area.

(A) True
(B) False

5. B



, Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 112, 13
Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11
12, 13
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Molds, mushrooms and yeast are common

(A) gram-negative organisms.
(B) fungi.
(C) gram-positive organisms.
(D) prions.

6. The surgery of the ear that reconstructs the eardrum A
so sound waves can be sent to the middle ear

(A) tympanoplasty.
(B) stapedectomy.
(C) auditory implantation.
(D) myringotomy.

7. Dark areas on the lens of an endoscope are? D

(A) Debris
(B) Light-emitting diode optics
(C) Light-emitting diode bulbs
(D) Damaged light fibers

8. Soiled instruments and other items are received in the C
(blank) area of the Central Service department.

(A) preparation
(B) packaging
(C) decontamination
(D) sterilization

9. Which of the following statements about the use of D
mechanical washers is NOT true?



, Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 112, 13
Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11
12, 13
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(A) Multi-level trays should be separated
(B) Trays with lids should be opened
(C) Instruments should be disassembled and opened
(D) All items should be washed on the same cycle

10. Agency which may intervene in a matter of worker A
protection even if there are no specific regulations
covering the situation.

(A) Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(B) Environmental Protection Agency
(C) U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(D) Association of periOperative Registered Nurses

11. Laser finished instruments are coated with durable B
protective finish that cannot be chipped or scratched.

(A) True
(B) False

12. Healthcare-associated infections are D

(A) most likely to occur during a surgical procedure.
(B) caused by drug resistant organisms.
(C) those without known cures.
(D) those which occur in the course of being treated in
a healthcare facility.

13. Viruses are larger than bacteria. B

(A) True
(B) False



, Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 112, 13
Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11
12, 13
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14. The system that gives the body shape and support C

(A) muscular system.
(B) nervous system.
(C) skeletal system.
(D) circulatory system.

15. Electronic testing of laparoscopic insulation should be B
done

(A) in the decontamination area prior to cleaning.
(B) in the clean assembly area prior to set assembly.
(C) at the factory or onsite repair unit.
(D) in the operating room at the end of the procedure.

16. Count sheets C

(A) describe each instrument in detail.
(B) are used only for Operating Room trays and large
procedure packs.
(C) provide a detailed list of tray contents.
(D) all the above.

17. Central Service technicians must wear special attire A
referred to as (blank) to minimize their exposure to
bloodborne pathogens and other contaminants.

(A) PPE
(B) OSHA
(C) TPA
(D) CDC

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