HSPA Chapter 8 Test.Final Test Paper .

HSPA Chapter 8 Test.Final Test
Paper 2026\2027.



What is the preferred pH for detergents used for
most cleaning processes?
A. Low pH
B. High pH
C. Neutral pH
D. It depends on the water temperature and
exposure time
C. Neutral pH
Which is the following statements about the use
of washer-disinfectors is NOT true?
A. Multi-level trays should be separated
B. Trays with lids should be opened
C. Instruments should be disassembled and
opened
D. All items should be washed on the same cycle
D. All items should be washed on the same cycle
Water must be degassed each time an ultrasonic
cleaner's tank is changed because excess bubbles:
A. Reduce the energy of the cavitation process

, HSPA Chapter 8 Test.Final Test
Paper 2026\2027.



B. Reduce the effectiveness of the detergents
C. Decrease the temperature of the tank
D. Make it difficult to see the items being cleaned
A. Reduce the energy of the cavitation process
Written cleaning instructions for surgical
instruments should be provided by the:
A. Mechanical washer manufacturer
B. Device manufacturer
C. Detergent manufacturer
D. Healthcare facility
B. Device manufacturer
Floors and walks in the decontamination area
should be:
A. Cleaned monthly
B. Constructed to tolerate cleaning chemicals
C. Constructed of particulate materials
D. All the above
B. Constructed to tolerate cleaning chemicals