Sterile Processing Quiz #1

The part of a hemostat that locks and holds it in position is called the: A. Ratchet B. Box lock C. spring lock D. Jaw

A. Ratchet

Rigid container filter retention plates should be: A. Removed from the container and lid and cleaned separately. B. Manually cleaned and attached to the lid for mechanical cleaning. C. Left attached to the lid during the cleaning process. D. None of the above.

A. Removed from the container and lid and cleaned separately.

What is terminal sterilization? A. The process by which surgical instruments and medical devices are sterilized in their final containers, allowing them to be stored until needed. B. Process designed for the cleaning, steam sterilization and delivery of patient care items for immediate use. C. The process by which surgical instruments and medical devices are disinfected in their final containers, allowing them to be stored until needed. D. Process designed for the cleaning, disinfecting and delivery of patient care items for immediate use.

A. The process by which surgical instruments and medical devices are sterilized in their final containers, allowing them to be stored until needed.

The suffix -oscopy means: A. Visual examination B. Disease C. Surgical removal D. Diagnosis of a medical condition

A. Visual examination

Arthroscopy means: A. Visual examination of a joint B. Surgical replacement of a joint C. Inflammation of a joint D. Surgical removal of a joint.

A. Visual examination of a joint

During handwashing, hands should be lathered and scrubbed for at least: A. 10 seconds B. 20 seconds C. 1 minute D. 2 minutes

B. 20 seconds

The best way to transport contaminated instruments is in a/ an: A. Open case cart B. Dedicated soiled elevator. C. Cart in a patient elevator D. Cart in a high traffic area.

B. Dedicated soiled elevator.

Inanimate objects that can transmit bacteria are called: A. Transmission devices B. Fomites C. Carriers D. Superspreaders

B. Fomites

Which of the following are classified as high-level disinfectants? A. Glutaraldehydes and phenolics B. Glutaraldehydes and OPA C. Quats and phenolics D. Halogens and OPA

B. Glutaraldehydes and OPA

The origin of most medical terms is either: A. Greek or French B. Greek or Latin C. Latin or French D. Latin or English

B. Greek or Latin

The process by which instruments are steam sterilized for immediate use is called: A. Emergency sterilization B. Immediate use steam sterilization C. Core sterilization D. Rapid reprocessing

B. Immediate use steam sterilization

Which is not a reason for point-of-use treatment? A. It helps reduce the likelihood of biofilm formation. B. It reduces the SP workload. C. Dried soil requires more aggressive cleaning measures. D. It helps prolong the life of the instruments.

B. It reduces the SP workload.

These are used to breakdown fatty deposits on instruments: A. Protease enzymes B. Lipase enzymes C. Amylase enzymes D. Neutral-pH cleaners

B. Lipase enzymes

Which of the following is not a requirement of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogen Standard? A. Provide hepatitis B vaccines to employees at no cost. B. Observe Standard Precautions C. Keep medical Records of exposure for three months. D. Use engineering controls to prevent biohazards exposures.

C. Keep medical Records of exposure for three months.

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

The end of the body part that is closest to the point of origin or the end of an instrument that is closest to the operator is called the __________ end. A. Lateral B. Distal C. Proximal D. Medial

C. Proximal

This low-level disinfectant is incompatible with soap: A. Alcohol B. Phenol C. Quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) D. Ortho-phthaladehyde (OPA)

C. Quaternary ammonium compounds (quats)

Which of these traffic control/dress code requirements applies to the clean assembly area of the SPD? A. Biohazard B. Unrestricted C. Semi-restricted D. Restricted

C. Semi-restricted

The system that gives the body shape and support is the: A. Muscular system B. Nervous system C. Skeletal system D. Circulatory system

C. Skeletal system

The process by which all forms of microorganisms are completely destroyed is: A. HLD B. Thermal disinfection C. Sterilization D. Chemical disinfection

C. Sterilization

Instruments should be kept together with their sets in the user area because: A. It reduces the risk that multi-part components will be misplaced. B. The chance that instruments will be lost is decreased. C. Reassembly of the set will not be delayed. D. All the above

D. All the above

Which of the following is an example of communication? A. Spoken word. B. Written word. C. Non-verbal expression. D. All the above

D. All the above

The first step in the sterilization process is: A. Receiving B. Sorting C. Soaking D. Cleaning

D. Cleaning

Healthcare-associated infection (HAI) are: A. Most likely to occur during a surgical procedure. B. Caused by drug-resistant organisms. C. Infections without known cures. D. Infection that occur on or after day three of a hospitalization.

D. Infection that occur on or after day three of a hospitalization.

Define this abbreviation THA

Total Hip Arthroplasty

To protect themselves from splashes and spills, SP technicians assigned to the decontamination area should wear: A. Double-cloth gowns B. Blue surgical scrubs C. Fluid-resistant gowns D. Sterile Operating Room (OR) gown

C. Fluid-resistant gowns

Which of the following is the most important factor for effective teamwork? A. Attitude B. Promptness C. Loyalty D. Cooperation

A. Attitude

This surgical procedure removes tissue or displaced bone from the wrist area to release pressure on the median nerve: A. Carpal tunnel repair B. Ulnar nerve transposition C. Arthrotomy D. Fasciotomy

A. Carpal tunnel repair

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) enforces statutes relating to the transportation of: A. Clean and soiled instruments between facilities B. Medical supplies for emergency use C. Equipment for the decontamination area D. Instrumentation across state lines

A. Clean and soiled instruments between facilities

items introduced directly into the bloodstream or other normally sterile areas of the body are classified as: A. Critical items B. Semi-critical items C. Non-critical items D. Equipment

A. Critical items

behavior relating to what is right and wrong relative to the standards of conduct for your profession are called: A. Ethical behavior B. Moral behavior C. Legal behavior D. Personal behavior

A. Ethical behavior

Jewelry should not be worn in the Sterile Processing (SP) work areas because it: A. Harbors microorganisms B. Is expensive. C. May become damaged. D. May be misplaced or stolen.

A. Harbors microorganisms

When Sterile Processing (SP) technicians have internet access at work: A. It should be used for work-related purposes only. B. It may be used for any purpose as long as it doesn't interfere with work. C. It should only be used during break time. D. Employees should use their own discretion.

A. It should be used for work-related purposes only.

The decontamination area of the SPD should have: A. Negative airflow B. Positive airflow C. Filtered airflow D. No air exchanges because it is a biohazardous area

A. Negative airflow

The decontamination area should have: A. Negative airflow in relation to the other areas of the department. B. Positive airflow in relation to the other areas of the department. C. No less than five air exchanges per hour. D. Positive airflow with 15 air exchanges per hour.

A. Negative airflow in relation to the other areas of the department.

To minimize their exposure to blood borne pathogens and other contaminants, Sterile Processing (SP) technicians must wear special attire referred to as: A. Personal protective equipment B. Personal Protection garments C. Professional protective equipment D. Personal safety attire

A. Personal protective equipment

This surgical procedure consists of removing an ear bone that has thickened and no longer transmit soundwaves and replacing it with an artificial implant to improve hearing: A. Tympanoplasty B. Stapedectomy C. Auditory implantation D. Myringotomy

B. Stapedectomy

The suffix -ectomy means: A. To repair B. Surgical removal C. Inflammation D. To cut

B. Surgical removal

The use of heat to kill all microorganisms, except sores, is called: A. Sterilization B. Thermal disinfection C. HLD D. Mechanical disinfection

B. Thermal disinfection

The best way to clean a suction lumen is: A. Using warm running water. B. Using the proper-size brush. C. Soaking in an enzymatic solution for three minutes. D. Using the appropriate stylet.

B. Using the proper-size brush.

The absence of microorganisms that cause disease is called: A. Infection prevention B. Infection control C. Asepsis D. Healthcare-acquired infection (HIA) control

C. Asepsis

The place where the two parts of a ring-handled instrument meet and pivot is called the: A. Ratchet B. Spring lock C. Box lock D. Jaws

C. Box lock

The tissue that acts as a cushion between bones to prevent them from rubbing together is: A. Tendon B. Muscle C. Cartilage D. Ligament

C. Cartilage

Soiled instruments and other items received in which area of the Sterile Processing department (SPD)? A. Preparation B. Packaging C. Decontamination D. Sterilization

C. Decontamination

The only wat to interrupt the transmission of causative agent is to: A. Sterilize the item. B. Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). C. Eliminate it. D. Involve OSHA.

C. Eliminate it.

Which of the following statements about IUSS is true? A. It is the sterilization method of choice for metal instruments. B. It is recommended as a primary sterilization process by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (ARON). C. It reduces turnaround time because cleaning is not required. D. It should only be used when there is not time to process items using the wrapped method.

D. It should only be used when there is not time to process items using the wrapped method.

The Human Resources tool that defines job duties performed by persons in a specific position is called a: A. Job duty list B. Job specification C. Task summary review D. Job description

D. Job description

The main theory of Standard Precautions is the patients: A. In high-risk categories may be infectious. B. Diagnosed with a specific disease may be infectious. C. Are generally healthy unless they show symptoms of an infectious disease. D. Must all be treated as if their blood and bodily fluids are infectious.

D. Must all be treated as if their blood and bodily fluids are infectious.

The throat is also called the: A. Esophagus B. Larynx C. Trachea D. Pharynx

D. Pharynx

This type of needle holder insert is harder and lasts longer: A. Stainless steel B. Chromium oxide C. Nickel D. Tungsten carbide

D. Tungsten carbide