CBSPD Exam Prep Questions and Answers

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