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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 - Correct answer-B Which of the following BEST describes the overall role of the CS/SPD A. To provide dependable service to enhance patient care B. To provide sterilization services on a rigid schedule C. To provide delivery of supplies D. To provide direct patient care - Correct answer-A Which of the following government agencies regulates environmental disinfectants? A. OSHA B. FDA C. EPA D. CDC - Correct answer-C Medical-grade kraft paper CANNOT be used with which of the following sterilization processes? A. Steam B. Ozone C. Ethylene oxide D. Low temperature gas plasma - Correct answer-D During cycle counts, items that have a large dollar value but are NOT used frequently are classified as A. A B. B C. C D. D - Correct answer-A Anatomy is the science that deals with the of the body parts A. Function B. Structure

D. Sociology - Correct answer-B Which of the following transports molecules within the cell A. Cilia B. Flagella C. Nucleus D. Cytoplasm - Correct answer-D Which of the following sets would be considered high risk for special prion processing? A. Open heart set B. Laparotomy set C. Abdominal set D. Craniotomy set - Correct answer-D Which of the following organs produces bile? A. Gallbladder B. Pancreas C. Stomach D. Liver - Correct answer-D Microorganisms are measured in A. Inches B. Microns C. Millimeters D. Centimeters - Correct answer-B With respect to rigid sterilization container testing, which term defines the sterilizer's ability to sterilize under actual conditions? A. Biological testing B. Small load testing C. Chemical testing D. Maximum load testing - Correct answer-D What is the ideal human body temperature? A. 96.8° F B. 97.8° F C. 98.6° F D. 99.0° F - Correct answer-C Which of the following is TRUE of capsules A. It is less difficult to kill than vegatitive bacteria B. It is more difficult to kill than a spore

C. It is resistant to heat and chemicals D. It is easily killed by antibiotics - Correct answer-C Pulmonary capillaries are found in which system?

Water less hand antiseptics contain what percentage concentration of alcohol make the MOST effective A. 25% to 49% B. 60% to 95% C. 50% to 100%

D. 75% to 100% - Correct answer-B All of the following play a role in how bones support other body systems EXCEPT A. Storage of minerals B. Growth of blood cells C. Distribution of hormones D. Protection of internal organs - Correct answer-C OSHA requires that containers of potentially infectious materials be A. Leakproof B. Rubber C. Metal D. Glass - Correct answer-A Round or spherical bacterial are called A. Cocci B. Bacilli C. Spiral D. Flagellae - Correct answer-A The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further processing is called A. Snorting B. Sterilizing C. Cleaning D. Disinfection - Correct answer-C Which of the following should be cleaned daily A. Floors and work surfaces B. Walls and vents C. Floor drains D. Ceilings - Correct answer-A Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the decontamination area A. Its use is optional B. Vinyl gloves are all that is needed manual cleaning C. Failure to wear PPE can result in disciplinary action D. If the temperature in the room is too warm, gowns do not need to be worn - Correct answer-C Before the medical device is cleaned and

The MINIMUM time needed for effective handwashing is A. 5 seconds B. 10 seconds C. 15 seconds D. 20 seconds - Correct answer-C Which of the following IS NOT s consideration when selecting a detergent? A. Quality of water B. Amount of soil C. Water temperature D. Cost of detergent - Correct answer-D The relative acidity or alkalinity of a solution is referred to as its A. TMJ B. pH C. Fx D. B12 - Correct answer-B Clostridium botulinum is harbored in (the) A. Soil B. Air C. Water D. Body - Correct answer-A A solution with a pH of 3 is considered A. Concentrated B. Neutral C. Alkaline D. Acidic - Correct answer-D A solution with a pH of 13 is considered A. Acidic B. Neutral C. Alkaline D. Concentrated - Correct answer-C Which of the following are major non living reservois of infectious diseases A. Soil and water B. Oil and water C. Gas and oil D. Soil and gas - Correct answer-A

Alkaline detergents are BEST for mechanical washers because of A. Extended dry cycles B. A lack of friction in washing

solutions C. Glutaraldehyde solution D. Quaternary ammonium compounds - Correct answer-D

What is the ceiling threshold limit value for glutaraldehyde? A. 0.02ppm B. 0.05ppm C. 0. ppm D. 0.25 ppm - Correct answer-B Which of the following pieces of equipment is used to regulate body temperature A. Hypo/hyperthermia machine B. Sequential compression device C. Continuous passive motion decive D. Patient controlled analgesis pump - Correct answer-A Which of the following pieces of equipment is used to prevent the formation of blood clots? A. Continuous passive motion device B. Patient controlled anagesia pump C. Sequntial compression device D. Hypo/hyperthermia machine - Correct answer-C Which series of stainless steel is used to manufacturer osteotomes? A. 200 B. 300 C. 400 D. 500 - Correct answer-C For manual lubrication, surgical instruments should be placed in a lubricant solution and then A. Room air dried B. Rinsed with treated water C. Wiped off with a dry towel D. Blown dried with compressed air - Correct answer-A Which of the following should be cut with dissecting scissors? A. Suture B. Wire C. Tissue D. Dressing - Correct answer-C What is the purpose of a tungsten carbide insert on a needle holder? A. To hold smaller needles B. To allow easier inspection for cleanliness C. To hold the suture needle better

A. Before ultrasonic cleaning B. When recommended by the manufacturer C. Immediately after ultrasonic cleaning D. If they are to be flashed sterilized - Correct answer-B Which of the following types of instruments are used to view internal organs through very small openings? A. Endoscopic B. Powered C. Self retaining D. Micro - Correct answer-A Instruments must NEVER be A. Engraved B. Etched C. Taped D. Color bonded - Correct answer-A Which of the following is an example of a flexible endoscope? A. Bronchoscope B. Arthroscope C. Resectoscope D. Cystoscope - Correct answer-A In the sterile storage area of CS/SPD, the temperature is 70° F (21°C) and the humidity is 69%. What should be done? A. Continue with routine activities B. Inspect all packages for excessive moisture C. Contact engineering to lower the temperature D. Contact engineering to increase the humidity - Correct answer-A Anyone entering the the preparation area MUST A. Sign in B. Be an employee C. Wear proper attire D. Be at least 21 years old - Correct answer-C Where should the chemical indicator be placed when sterilizing two large basins with smaller basins in one set? A. In the top basin B. In the bottom basin C. In the center of the basins D. In the top and bottom basins - Correct answer-D

If a wrapper will be used as a sterile field, how far over the edge of the table MUST it extend?

B. Center C. Bottom back

D. Drain line - Correct answer-D Gradual heating of packs occurs during which phase of the steam sterilizer cycle? A. Holding B. Exhaust C. Conditioning D. Exposure - Correct answer-C An emergency eye wash station MUST A. Provide 0.8 gallons of water per minute B. Supply the water continuously for 30 minutes C. Permit hands free operations D. Flush one eye at a time - Correct answer-C. What is the MOST important thing to remember when double peel pouching? A. The inner package must remain unsealed B. The inner package should be folded to fit inside the outer pouch C. The inner pouch must lay flay inside the outer pouch D. The two pouches should be sealed together - Correct answer-C. Which of the following BEST describes a MINIMUM exposure time, temperature , and pressure for prevaccum steam sterilization of wrapped items? A. 4 minutes at 270°F (132°C) and 28 to 30 pounds per square inch B. 3 minutes at 270°F (132°C) and 38 to 40 pounds per square inch C. 15 minutes at 250°F (121°C) and 28 to 30 pounds per square inch D. 30 minutes at 250°F ( 121°C) and 28 to 40 pounds per square inch - Correct answer- A. What is the first step to take when an instrument needs to be sterilized for immediate use? A. Place the item in a peal pouch and seal B. Place a biological indicator in the sterilizer C. Clean the instrument according to the manufacturer's instructions D. Wrap in double thickness non woven wrap - Correct answer-C Incoming saturated steam should be within which of the following ranges of dryness A. 97% to 100% B. 51% to 55% C. 10% to 12% D. 5% to 6% - Correct answer-A Failure to remove all air from a package within the steam sterilizer will result in A. Wet packs B. Poor steam penetration