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The physical method by which an ultrasonic units clean is called
✓ -:- Cavitation
Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed
electrical cords:
✓ -:- whenever the equipment is cleaned
Impregnated Gauze Strips may be sterilized using:
✓ -:- dry heat sterilization
Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning
process.
✓ -:- False. They should all be cleaned manually.
Agency responsible for the MedWatch program
✓ -:- FDA food and drug administration
Phenolics are classified as
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✓ -:- intermediate to low level disinfectants
To prevent coagulation of proteins, water temperature should be
✓ -:- Below 43 C (110 F)
Secondary containers of chemicals
✓ -:- 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
✓ -:- arteries
The percentage of hospital patients that develop a healthcare facility-associated
infection.
✓ -:- Approximately 10%
Spiral shaped bacteria are classified as
✓ -:- spirillum
The two most common techniques of flat wrap packaging are
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✓ -:- Square-fold and envelope-fold
Third party reprocessors are regulated by the FDA
✓ -:- True
In central service, the concept of "one-way flow of materials" refers to the
movement of products
✓ -:- From soiled areas to clean processing areas within central
service
Horizontal work surfaces in the decontamination area should be cleaned and
disinfected
✓ -:- At the beginning and end of each shift.
A material that removes electrons from another substance is Called
✓ -:- an oxidizing agent
Pre-Vacuum Steam Sterilizer & Steam Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP)
✓ -:- Use an active air removal system
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These chemicals are used on animate (living tissue) to slow the growth of
microorganisms:
✓ -:- antiseptics
Agency responsible for regulating EO
✓ -:- OSHA and EPA
Scissors with tungsten carbide cutting edges are usually identified by
✓ -:- gold handles
7.2 pounds per cubic foot
✓ -:- Maximum density for linen packs
Package condensation will occur when
✓ -:- Placing hot or warm packages in cold surfaces
The decontamination area of the central service department should have
✓ -:- 10 air exchanges per hour
ISO 9000
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IAHCSMM CRCST Exam Questions & 100%
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The physical method by which an ultrasonic units clean is called
✓ -:- Cavitation
Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed
electrical cords:
✓ -:- whenever the equipment is cleaned
Impregnated Gauze Strips may be sterilized using:
✓ -:- dry heat sterilization
Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning
process.
✓ -:- False. They should all be cleaned manually.
Agency responsible for the MedWatch program
✓ -:- FDA food and drug administration
Phenolics are classified as
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✓ -:- intermediate to low level disinfectants
To prevent coagulation of proteins, water temperature should be
✓ -:- Below 43 C (110 F)
Secondary containers of chemicals
✓ -:- 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
✓ -:- arteries
The percentage of hospital patients that develop a healthcare facility-associated
infection.
✓ -:- Approximately 10%
Spiral shaped bacteria are classified as
✓ -:- spirillum
The two most common techniques of flat wrap packaging are
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✓ -:- Square-fold and envelope-fold
Third party reprocessors are regulated by the FDA
✓ -:- True
In central service, the concept of "one-way flow of materials" refers to the
movement of products
✓ -:- From soiled areas to clean processing areas within central
service
Horizontal work surfaces in the decontamination area should be cleaned and
disinfected
✓ -:- At the beginning and end of each shift.
A material that removes electrons from another substance is Called
✓ -:- an oxidizing agent
Pre-Vacuum Steam Sterilizer & Steam Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP)
✓ -:- Use an active air removal system
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These chemicals are used on animate (living tissue) to slow the growth of
microorganisms:
✓ -:- antiseptics
Agency responsible for regulating EO
✓ -:- OSHA and EPA
Scissors with tungsten carbide cutting edges are usually identified by
✓ -:- gold handles
7.2 pounds per cubic foot
✓ -:- Maximum density for linen packs
Package condensation will occur when
✓ -:- Placing hot or warm packages in cold surfaces
The decontamination area of the central service department should have
✓ -:- 10 air exchanges per hour
ISO 9000
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