CRCST Practice Exams-
Sect. 2 (Preparation and
Packaging) Questions and
Answers
Denning [Date] [Course title]
, porous containers - Correct Answer: :All of the following are packaging systems used to maintain, store,
and transport sterile surgical equipment EXCEPT
a. peel pouching
b. woven material wrappers
c. porous containers
d. rigid containers
-must allow penetration of the chosen sterilant and be compatible with any other requirements of the
sterilization process.
-must create a package that can be opened without contaminating the contents by the user
- must permit the contents to be sterile at point of use - Correct Answer: :What are three of the four
primary objectives for all packaging materials?
evident - Correct Answer: :The packaging should be tamper-____________ so a package opened in.
error cannot be resealed without complete reprocessing.
it will melt - Correct Answer: :Why can Tyvek peel pouches not be used with steam sterilization?
1/4 inch - Correct Answer: :The proper size for a single or double peel package should have how much
clearance on all sides of the package?
plastic side - Correct Answer: :Curved instruments should be place with the curved end toward the
_____________ of the pouch to avoid punctures.
pre-sealed end - Correct Answer: :Instruments should be placed with he handles toward the
______________ to allow the scrub person at the sterile field to easily remove the instruments when
opening the pouch.
Chemical Indicator - Correct Answer: :What should be placed inside the pouch next to the surgical
instrument so the color change can be seen through the plastic side of the pouch?
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