HSPA (IAHCSMM) CRCST EXAM
LATEST 2025-2026 STUDY
GUIDE WITH CQUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS RATED A+
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 decontamination area of the central service department should have - ANSWER-10
air exchanges per hour
ISO 9000 - ANSWER-an international standard used by participating organizations to
help assure that they consistently deliver quality services and products
Air exchanges in EtO sterilizer room - ANSWER-10 per hour
Water purification usually involves the use of a - ANSWER-pre and post filter
Which of the following is not an acceptable form of instrument marking? - ANSWER-
Electric etching (engraving)
Aluminum items should be cleaned: - ANSWER-using a to and fro motion with the grain
Wicking materials are used to : - ANSWER-allow air removal, steam penetration and
facilitate drying
Exchange cart system - ANSWER-The inventory system that uses two identical carts to
facilitate Supply replenishment is called the.
The largest operating channel of an endoscope is the ___ channel? - ANSWER-
Instrument
LATEST 2025-2026 STUDY
GUIDE WITH CQUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS RATED A+
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 decontamination area of the central service department should have - ANSWER-10
air exchanges per hour
ISO 9000 - ANSWER-an international standard used by participating organizations to
help assure that they consistently deliver quality services and products
Air exchanges in EtO sterilizer room - ANSWER-10 per hour
Water purification usually involves the use of a - ANSWER-pre and post filter
Which of the following is not an acceptable form of instrument marking? - ANSWER-
Electric etching (engraving)
Aluminum items should be cleaned: - ANSWER-using a to and fro motion with the grain
Wicking materials are used to : - ANSWER-allow air removal, steam penetration and
facilitate drying
Exchange cart system - ANSWER-The inventory system that uses two identical carts to
facilitate Supply replenishment is called the.
The largest operating channel of an endoscope is the ___ channel? - ANSWER-
Instrument
