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Ethylene Oxide gas kills microorganisms by a process called - ANSWER -Alkylation What is the process where a chromium oxide layer is placed on a surgical instrument - ANSWER -Passivation What are the dark black Craters on a stainless steel instrument called - ANSWER -Pitting What is the enzyme that breaks down fatty deposits like bone marrow and adipose tissue? - ANSWER -Lipase What lubricant is recommended for use on surgical instruments? - ANSWER -Water-based What can be used to remove severe stains on stainless steel instruments? - ANSWER -Organic Acid Detergent Frequently used items are stored on - ANSWER -Middle shelf What is another name for Healthcare Acquired Infection? - ANSWER -Nosocomial Infection What is the principle route of HAI's? - ANSWER -Direct Contact What is the use of physical or chemical means to remove, inactivate, destroy pathogens on the surface of an item? - ANSWER -Decontamination A sterile item should not be handled more than ___ times. - ANSWER -4 Another name for the lowest amount of stock - ANSWER -Reorder point In Sterile Storage area, the ventilation system must be under - ANSWER -Positive pressure Influence is caused by a - ANSWER -Virus Distal ends of rigid endoscopes should by cleaned with a - ANSWER -Soft bristled brush Indicator (autoclave) tape is considered what type of CI? - ANSWER -type 1 Indicators for a specific test like a Bowie-Dick test are what type of CI? - ANSWER -Type 2 Single-Variable indicators like glass ampules are what type of CI? - ANSWER -Type 3 Multi-Variable indicators designed to react to 2+ variables of the sterilization process are what type of CI? - ANSWER -Type 4