IAHCSMM CRCST 8TH EDITION -
CHAPTER 1 Exam 2026 Questions and
Answers
CHAPTER 1 - TERMS - Correct answer-CHAPTER 1 - TERMS
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) - Correct answer-A surgical procedure done in a
manner that causes little or no trauma or injury to the patient; it is often performed
through a cannula using lasers, endoscopes or laparoscopes. Compared with other
procedures, minimally invasive procedures involve smaller incisions, less bleeding,
smaller amounts of anesthesia, less pain and minimal scarring.
Integrated delivery network (IDN) - Correct answer-A system of healthcare
providers and organizations that provides (or arranges to provide) a coordinated
range of services to a specific population.
Decontamination - Correct answer-To make safe by removing or reducing
contamination by infectious organisms or other harmful substances; the reduction
of contamination to an acceptable level.
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, Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Correct answer-A part of standard
precautions for all healthcare workers to prevent skin and mucous membrane
exposure when in contact with blood and body fluid of any patient. PPE includes
fluid fluid-resistant protective clothing, disposable gloves, eye protection, face
masks and shoe covers.
Instructions for Use (IFU) - Correct answer-Information provided by a device
manufacturer that provides detailed instructions on how to properly use and
process the device.
Case cart system - Correct answer-An inventory control system for
products/equipment typically used in an Operating
Room that involves use of an enclosed or covered
cart generally prepared for one surgical case, and
not used for general supply replenishment.
Case cart - Correct answer-A cart prepared for an individual procedure. Case carts
usually contain all instruments, supplies and utensils needed for a specific
procedure.
Doctor's (Physician's) preference card - Correct answer-A document that identifies
a physician's needs (requests and preferences) for a specific medical procedure.
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CHAPTER 1 Exam 2026 Questions and
Answers
CHAPTER 1 - TERMS - Correct answer-CHAPTER 1 - TERMS
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) - Correct answer-A surgical procedure done in a
manner that causes little or no trauma or injury to the patient; it is often performed
through a cannula using lasers, endoscopes or laparoscopes. Compared with other
procedures, minimally invasive procedures involve smaller incisions, less bleeding,
smaller amounts of anesthesia, less pain and minimal scarring.
Integrated delivery network (IDN) - Correct answer-A system of healthcare
providers and organizations that provides (or arranges to provide) a coordinated
range of services to a specific population.
Decontamination - Correct answer-To make safe by removing or reducing
contamination by infectious organisms or other harmful substances; the reduction
of contamination to an acceptable level.
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, Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Correct answer-A part of standard
precautions for all healthcare workers to prevent skin and mucous membrane
exposure when in contact with blood and body fluid of any patient. PPE includes
fluid fluid-resistant protective clothing, disposable gloves, eye protection, face
masks and shoe covers.
Instructions for Use (IFU) - Correct answer-Information provided by a device
manufacturer that provides detailed instructions on how to properly use and
process the device.
Case cart system - Correct answer-An inventory control system for
products/equipment typically used in an Operating
Room that involves use of an enclosed or covered
cart generally prepared for one surgical case, and
not used for general supply replenishment.
Case cart - Correct answer-A cart prepared for an individual procedure. Case carts
usually contain all instruments, supplies and utensils needed for a specific
procedure.
Doctor's (Physician's) preference card - Correct answer-A document that identifies
a physician's needs (requests and preferences) for a specific medical procedure.
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