NURSING EXAMS AND STUDY GUIDES(Verified learners)

MICROBIOLOGY STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A Why do we need to study Microbiology? To prevent infections Branch of biology that deals with _________________ and their effects on other living organism. Microorganism Are all microorganism bad for us ? No Are some microorganism good or even essential for us? Yes It's the study of microscopic life measured in __________? Microns A micron is measured as ____________ of an inch. 1/25 thousand Why is it impera...

sterile processing department (SPD) questions and answers 100% pass workflow a one way flow of materials from the soiled decontamination are to the clean processing area and on to the sterile storage area receiving, decontamination, processing, storage, and distribution what are the functional areas in SPD? the area when clean, sterile, and used items are returned to the SPD what is receiving? unused or expired sterile items what is clean receiving? accepts used items to be reprocessed...

Decontamination Area where soiled items are received and cleaned. *All levels for the same tray should be labeled w/a tag to identify the level number and set to which it belongs. Preparation and Packaging Area where cleaned items are inspected, assembled, and packaged. Sterilization Area where terminal sterilization is performed. Sterile Storage Area where sterile items are stored until needed. Loaner Area for the receipt and return of instruments borrowed for specialty procedures. Patie...

Sterile Processing Chapters 1-12 Questions and Answers Rated A The main role of the sterile processing area is? To provide dependable reliable services to ehance the quality of patient care. Ethicis is the practice of? Doing the right thing Recommended practices are? Statements of sound principals of practice that are based on scientific data and the opinions of experts. The health insurance portability and accountability act provide for which? Confidentiality. Before a pesticide can b...

Sterile Processing - Final Exam Questions and Answers Already Passed B Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? A. The set is difficult to carry if the weight is unevenly distributed B. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry C. It is easier for the end user to sort the instrument D. The overall weight of the set is affected A Which of the following BEST describes the overall role of the CS/SPD A. To provide dependable service to enhance p...

What is the first step in the decon process? Cleaning with detergent. According to OSHA, what means are used to inactivate blood borne pathogens? Disinfection The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further processing or for intended use is defined as: Decontamination Micro organisms on contaminated items are generally referred to as: Bio burdens Why is there an even distribution of large instruments? To avoid extra condensation and difficulty drying. Which...

Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13 Already Passed An osteotome is (A) used to cut or shave bone. (B) a retractor. (C) a hemostatic forceps. (D) none of the above. A When returning loaner items to the vendor (A) all items should be completely assembled, tested and sterile. (B) trays should be returned immediately after point-of-use cleaning.(C) all items should be cleaned and decontaminated. (D) trays should be terminally steril...

Sterile Processing - Final Exam, IAHCSMM CENTRAL SUPPLY STUDY GUIDE, Sterile Processing Study Material for Certification Exam Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? A. The set is difficult to carry if the weight is unevenly distributed B. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry C. It is easier for the end user to sort the instrument D. The overall weight of the set is affected B Which of the following BEST describes the overall role...

Which area is the first to accept responsibility for all supplies in the facility? Receiving Which type of inventory distribution system requires the use of a pre-determined inventory list? Par Level Just-in-time distribution systems are also known as Stockless Distribution Ordering the optimum quantity of an item based on historical data is known as Economical Order Quantity Which of the following are elements of a distribution system? patient charging, storage, and receiving The mos...

Sterile Processing - Final Exam Study Guide Graded A B Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? A. The set is difficult to carry if the weight is unevenly distributed B. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry C. It is easier for the end user to sort the instrument D. The overall weight of the set is affected A Which of the following BEST describes the overall role of the CS/SPD A. To provide dependable service to enhance patient care B....

Sterile Processing Questions and Answers Already Passed exhange cart system an inventory system in which desired inventory items are placed on a cart which is maintained in another location and exchanged once daily to unsure that sufficient supplies are available at all times ETO has an 8 hour aeration time the drain on a steam sterilizer should be clean daily the caring of flash sterilized trays is difficult because there is no protective wrapping implants cannot be flash sterilized ...

Sterile Processing Board Exam Questions and Answers Already Passed A broken glass suction bottle is returned to decontamination. Which of the following should the technician do- place it in the appropriate rigid container Material Safety Data Sheets provide health and safety hazard and risk information on which of the following- chemical Which of the following is an ethical responsibility of an individual working in the central processing department- maintaining patient confidentiality...

Sterile Processing Practice Exam Questions and Answers Already Passed What exactly does the SPD do? 1. receives 2. cleans 3. decontaminate 4. assemble 5. disinfect 6 sterilize reusable and surgical devices for safe and effective patient care What preferred name is recommended by the SPD? Sterile Processing What is SPD responsible for ? providing dependable, reliable services to enhance the quality of patient care Work Flow how the work progresses through the department or processing...

What is the Area Temp & Humidity for Decontamination? 60 deg to 65 deg F, 30% to 60% Humidity What is the air exchange rate & pressure type for Decontamination? 10 air exchanges per hour under Negative Pressure What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Sterile Storage Area? 68 deg to 75 deg F, 35% to 70% Humidity What is the air exchange rate & pressure type for Sterile Storage Area? 4 air exchanges per hour under Positive Pressure What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Prep & Packa...

What is the Area Temp & Humidity for Decontamination? 60 deg to 65 deg F, 30% to 60% Humidity What is the air exchange rate & pressure type for Decontamination? 10 air exchanges per hour under Negative Pressure What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Sterile Storage Area? 68 deg to 75 deg F, 35% to 70% Humidity What is the air exchange rate & pressure type for Sterile Storage Area? 4 air exchanges per hour under Positive Pressure What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Prep & Packa...

Sterile Processing Questions and Answers Graded A+ How full should the sharps container be? 2/3 full What is pathology? Study of diseases/ something abnormal aseptic presentation? precautions taken to prevent contaminations antiseptic an agent that kills or inhibit the growth of microorganisms or animals A broken glass suction bottle is returned to decontamination. Which of the following should the technician do? Place it in rigid container • What connects from bone to muscles or bon...

STERILE PROCESSING FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE CHAPTERS 1-23 ALREADY PASSED What is Central Service ? Centralized distribution of supplies to all customers in the hospital. What is the Central Service One Way Work Flow ? -Decontamination (soiled) -Preparation, Packaging, Sterilization (clean) -Sterile Storage (sterile) What is the purpose of a One Way Work Flow ? To prevent cross contamination. Decontamination Physically or chemically render instruments or equipment that may be contaminate...

Sterile Processing Study Material for Certification Exam Already Graded A What is the Area Temp & Humidity for Decontamination? 60 deg to 65 deg F, 30% to 60% Humidity What is the air exchange rate & pressure type for Decontamination? 10 air exchanges per hour under Negative Pressure What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Sterile Storage Area? 68 deg to 75 deg F, 35% to 70% Humidity What is the Area Temp & Humidity for the Prep & Packaging Area? 68 deg to 73 deg F, Ideal Humidity...

Sterile Processing Questions and Answers Already Passed Spiral-Shaped Bacteria Spirillum This government agency is dedicated to ensuring a fast, safe, and efficient transportation system Depart of Transportation (DOT) Rod-Shaped Bacteria Bacillus Bacteria that are capable of growing in the absence of free oxygen Anaerobic Bacteria Round or spherical-Shaped Bacteria Cocci Name the "links" in the chain of infection Causative Agent Reservoir of the Agent Portal of Exit of the Agent to ...

Sterile Processing Final Exam Already Passed What is the purpose of evenly distributing large sets of instruments? Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry. What is the overall role of the SPD? To provide dependable service to enhance patient care. What government agency has the responsibility for approving new environmental disinfectants prior to their being sold to healthcare facilities? Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Medical-grade kraft paper cannot be used ...