SPD - Final Exam Questions
Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of evenly distributing large sets of
instruments? - ANSExtra 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... - ANSDependable service to enhance patient care
The function of a ratchet can be checked by - ANSClosing 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 - ANSA items
The science that studies the structure of the body is known as - ANSAnatomy
Which of the following transports molecules within the cell? - ANSCytoplasm
Which of the following sets would be considered high-risk for special prion processing? -
ANSCraniotomy set
The metacarpals are located in the... - ANSHands
Microorganisms are measured in - ANSMicrons
With respect to rigid sterilization container testing which term defines the sterilizers ability to
sterilize under actual use conditions? - ANSMaximum Load Testing
If you have a fever, your temperature would be above - ANS98.6 F
Which of the following statements is true of a capsulated bacterium? It is... - ANSMore resistant
to heat and chemicals
Pulmonary capillaries are found in which system? - ANSRespiratory
A microorganism that is resting and has a hard, shell-like outer covering is called a... -
ANSSpore
Spongiform encephalopathy is caused by which of the following? - ANSPrions
Nails, tissues, and money are examples of.. - ANSFomites
, The Zika virus is transmitted by... - ANSVectors
In the final step of hand washing, the fingers should be rinsed with the fingertips... - ANSUp
Waterless hand antiseptics contain what percentage concentration of alcohol to make them
MOST effective? - ANS60-95%
All of the following play a role in how bones support other body systems except: -
ANSDistribution of hormones
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires that transport containers for
potentially infectious materials be: - ANSLeak proof
Flagella helps bacteria to - ANSPropel through liquid media
The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further processing is
called: - ANSCleaning
Which of the following should be cleaned daily? - ANSFloors and work surfaces
Select the following statement that is TRUE about the use of personal protective equipment in
the decontamination area: - ANSFailure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action
Before a medical device is cleaned and processed.. - ANSThe 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? - ANSNeutralizing acid
Higher alkalinity in water used for cleaning instruments... - ANSCan increase the chance of
corrosion
Which of the following types of organisms is able to survive adverse environmental conditions
by forming spores? - ANSClostridium
A solution with a pH of 3 is considered: - ANSAcidic
A solution with a pH of 13 is considered: - ANSAlkaline
Which of the following are major non-living reservoirs of infectious diseases? - ANSSoil and
water
Which of the following materials may be affected by the use of high-alkaline detergents? -
ANSAnodized aluminum
Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of evenly distributing large sets of
instruments? - ANSExtra 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... - ANSDependable service to enhance patient care
The function of a ratchet can be checked by - ANSClosing 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 - ANSA items
The science that studies the structure of the body is known as - ANSAnatomy
Which of the following transports molecules within the cell? - ANSCytoplasm
Which of the following sets would be considered high-risk for special prion processing? -
ANSCraniotomy set
The metacarpals are located in the... - ANSHands
Microorganisms are measured in - ANSMicrons
With respect to rigid sterilization container testing which term defines the sterilizers ability to
sterilize under actual use conditions? - ANSMaximum Load Testing
If you have a fever, your temperature would be above - ANS98.6 F
Which of the following statements is true of a capsulated bacterium? It is... - ANSMore resistant
to heat and chemicals
Pulmonary capillaries are found in which system? - ANSRespiratory
A microorganism that is resting and has a hard, shell-like outer covering is called a... -
ANSSpore
Spongiform encephalopathy is caused by which of the following? - ANSPrions
Nails, tissues, and money are examples of.. - ANSFomites
, The Zika virus is transmitted by... - ANSVectors
In the final step of hand washing, the fingers should be rinsed with the fingertips... - ANSUp
Waterless hand antiseptics contain what percentage concentration of alcohol to make them
MOST effective? - ANS60-95%
All of the following play a role in how bones support other body systems except: -
ANSDistribution of hormones
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires that transport containers for
potentially infectious materials be: - ANSLeak proof
Flagella helps bacteria to - ANSPropel through liquid media
The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further processing is
called: - ANSCleaning
Which of the following should be cleaned daily? - ANSFloors and work surfaces
Select the following statement that is TRUE about the use of personal protective equipment in
the decontamination area: - ANSFailure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action
Before a medical device is cleaned and processed.. - ANSThe 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? - ANSNeutralizing acid
Higher alkalinity in water used for cleaning instruments... - ANSCan increase the chance of
corrosion
Which of the following types of organisms is able to survive adverse environmental conditions
by forming spores? - ANSClostridium
A solution with a pH of 3 is considered: - ANSAcidic
A solution with a pH of 13 is considered: - ANSAlkaline
Which of the following are major non-living reservoirs of infectious diseases? - ANSSoil and
water
Which of the following materials may be affected by the use of high-alkaline detergents? -
ANSAnodized aluminum
