IAHCSMM CRCST Exam

IAHCSMM CRCST Exam The physical method by which an ultrasonic units clean is called - CORRECT ANSWER----Cavitation Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed electrical cords: - CORRECT ANSWER----whenever the equipment is cleaned Impregnated Gauze Strips may be sterilized using: - CORRECT ANSWER----dry heat sterilization Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning process. - CORRECT ANSWER----False. They should all be cleaned manually. Agency responsible for the MedWatch program - CORRECT ANSWER----FDA food and drug administration Phenolics are classified as - CORRECT ANSWER----intermediate to low level disinfectants To prevent coagulation of proteins, water temperature should be - CORRECT ANSWER----Below 43 C (110 F) Secondary containers of chemicals - CORRECT 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 - CORRECT ANSWER----arteries The percentage of hospital patients that develop a healthcare facility-associated infection. - CORRECT ANSWER----Approximately 10% Spiral shaped bacteria are classified as - CORRECT ANSWER----spirillum The two most common techniques of flat wrap packaging are - CORRECT ANSWER---- Square-fold and envelope-fold