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HSPA exam questions and answersA biological indicator is called positive when: - ANSWER-there is growth in the ampule
after sterilization
A group of employees from different departments within the healthcare facility that work
together to solve operating problems is called a - ANSWER-Cross-functional team
A molecular reaction that creates an uncontrolled release of energy is called -
ANSWER-Polymerization
After sterilization the load contents may take two hours or more to cool (t/f) - ANSWER-
True
Agency which imposes very strict labeling requirements on manufacturers of chemicals
used by Central Service departments. - ANSWER-Environmental protection agency
Agency which may intervene in a matter of worker protection even if there are no
specific regulations covering the situation. - ANSWER-Occupational safety and health
administration
All flexible endoscopes have internal channels (t/f) - ANSWER-False
An organ that filters the blood to remove amino acids and some harmful toxins -
ANSWER-Liver
An osteotome is: - ANSWER-used to cut or shave bone
Anaerobic bacteria require oxygen to live (t/f) - ANSWER-False
Arthroscopy means: - ANSWER-visual exam of a joint
Automated supply replenishment systems are: - ANSWER-Computerized
Bacteria that causes diseases are called: - ANSWER-Pathogens
Both the Association of peri operative registered nurses and joint commission
recommend that: - ANSWER-The use of immediate use steam sterilization be
minimized or decreased
Capital equipment items are - ANSWER-items with a higher purchase cost
Cellulose materials can not be processed with ozone sterilizers (t/f) - ANSWER-True
Central sterilization techs must wear proper attire called: - ANSWER-PPE
, Chemical indicators are classified as... - ANSWER-FDA Class II medical devices
Class III medical devices are identified as high risk (t/f) - ANSWER-True
Disposable components such as pads and tubing on patient care equipment should be -
ANSWER-Disposed of at the point of use
Each year, approximately _________ patients develop a Healthcare associated
infection. - ANSWER-700,000
Encephalopathy means - ANSWER-Disease of the brain
Equipment leasing and rental differ in that: - ANSWER-equipment rental is usually done
on a shorter-term basis than equipment leasing
Ergonomic injuries: - ANSWER-are a risk factor for persons who perform repetitive or
physical work
ethylene oxide is a toxic gas (t/f) - ANSWER-True
Hands should be washed for atleast.... - ANSWER-20 seconds
Health regulations and standards establish... - ANSWER-Minimal levels of quality and
safety
Healthcare-associated infections are... - ANSWER-Infections which occur in the course
of being treated in a facility
Healthy people do not harbor or transmit bacteria (t/f) - ANSWER-False
Heart valves and paces makers are classified as... - ANSWER-FDA Class III medical
devices
How long must alcohol remain in wet contact with an item to achieve a reasonable level
of disinfection? - ANSWER-5-10 minutes
If an equipment malfunction causes harm to patients, it should be - ANSWER-Returned
immediately to the biomedical department
in the future, which of the following will be more frequently become a requirement for
working in a central service department? - ANSWER-Formal education
Inanimate objects that can transmit bacteria are called - ANSWER-fomites
Instruments are heat treated to give their surface a mirror finish (t/f) - ANSWER-False
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