IAHCSMM CRCST Exam Correct Questions & Answers(GRADED A+)

The physical method by which an ultrasonic units clean is called - ANSWER Cavitation Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed electrical cords: - ANSWER whenever the equipment is cleaned Impregnated Gauze Strips may be sterilized using: - ANSWER dry heat sterilization Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning process. - ANSWER False. They should all be cleaned manually. Agency responsible for the MedWatch program - ANSWER FDA food and drug administration Phenolics are classified as - ANSWER intermediate to low level disinfectants To prevent coagulation of proteins, water temperature should be - ANSWER Below 43 C (110 F) Secondary containers of chemicals - ANSWER must be labeled with a copy of the original manufacturer's label or a generic label that identifies hazard warnings and directions These carry blood away from the heart - ANSWER arteries The percentage of hospital patients that develop a healthcare facility-associated infection. - ANSWER Approximately 10% Spiral shaped bacteria are classified as - ANSWER spirillum The two most common techniques of flat wrap packaging are - ANSWER Square-fold and envelope-fold Third party reprocessors are regulated by the FDA - ANSWER True In central service, the concept of "one-way flow of materials" refers to the movement of products - ANSWER From soiled areas to clean processing areas within central service Horizontal work surfaces in the decontamination area should be cleaned and disinfected - ANSWER At the beginning and end of each shift. A material that removes electrons from another substance is Called - ANSWER an oxidizing agent Pre-Vacuum Steam Sterilizer & Steam Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP) - ANSWER Use an active air removal system These chemicals are used on animate (living tissue) to slow the growth of microorganisms: - ANSWER antiseptics Agency responsible for regulating EO - ANSWER OSHA and EPA Scissors with tungsten carbide cutting edges are usually identified by - ANSWER gold handles 7.2 pounds per cubic foot - ANSWER Maximum density for linen packs Package condensation will occur when - ANSWER Placing hot or warm packages in cold surfaces The de