IAHCSMM CIS Certification: Instrument Care and Handling questions with correct answers

blood Answer Never allow ___________ to dry onto surgical instruments. True Answer True or False: Any and all long-term soaking will damage surgical instruments. neutral Answer Soap selection for the manual washing of instruments should be of ________________ pH. open Answer Instruments should always be in the ____________ position when placed in the ultrasonic cleaner. distilled water Answer After manual washing or ultrasonic cleaning, rinse the surgical instruments with waster, preferably with ____________________. water spots & stains Answer Never allow water to dry onto surgical instruments as this will result in _____________, which will turn into ______________. lubrication Answer All hinged surgical instruments need _______________ after each use. stains & rust Answer _____________ can be removed whereas _____________ will leave permanent (pitting) damage on instruments.