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Sterile Processing Final Exam Practice
Test Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11,
12&13 (Q’s & A’s)
An osteotome is
(A) used to cut or shave bone.
(B) a retractor.
(C) a hemostatic forceps.
(D) none of the above. Correct Ans - 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 sterilized before returning them to the vendor.
Correct Ans - C
The first goal of creating an instrument pack is
(A) obtain the proper packaging container for the pack.
(B) decide on the order of instrument placement.
(C) create a pack that meets user needs.
(D) create a pack that makes the physician happy. Correct Ans - C
Positive air flow means when the door is opened, air flows out instead of into
the area.
(A) True
(B) False Correct Ans - A
Molds, mushrooms and yeast are common
(A) gram-negative organisms.
(B) fungi.
,(C) gram-positive organisms.
(D) prions. Correct Ans - B
The surgery of the ear that reconstructs the eardrum so sound waves can be
sent to the middle ear
(A) tympanoplasty.
(B) stapedectomy.
(C) auditory implantation.
(D) myringotomy. Correct Ans - A
Dark areas on the lens of an endoscope are?
(A) Debris
(B) Light-emitting diode optics
(C) Light-emitting diode bulbs
(D) Damaged light fibers Correct Ans - D
Soiled instruments and other items are received in the (blank) area of the
Central Service department.
(A) preparation
(B) packaging
(C) decontamination
(D) sterilization Correct Ans - C
Which of the following statements about the use of mechanical washers is
NOT true?
(A) Multi-level trays should be separated
(B) Trays with lids should be opened
(C) Instruments should be disassembled and opened
(D) All items should be washed on the same cycle Correct Ans - D
Agency which may intervene in a matter of worker protection even if there
are no specific regulations covering the situation.
(A) Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(B) Environmental Protection Agency
,(C) U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(D) Association of periOperative Registered Nurses Correct Ans - A
Laser finished instruments are coated with durable protective finish that
cannot be chipped or scratched.
(A) True
(B) False Correct Ans - B
Healthcare-associated infections are
(A) most likely to occur during a surgical procedure.
(B) caused by drug resistant organisms.
(C) those without known cures.
(D) those which occur in the course of being treated in a healthcare facility.
Correct Ans - D
Viruses are larger than bacteria.
(A) True
(B) False Correct Ans - B
The system that gives the body shape and support
(A) muscular system.
(B) nervous system.
(C) skeletal system.
(D) circulatory system. Correct Ans - C
Electronic testing of laparoscopic insulation should be done
(A) in the decontamination area prior to cleaning.
(B) in the clean assembly area prior to set assembly.
(C) at the factory or onsite repair unit.
(D) in the operating room at the end of the procedure. Correct Ans - B
Count sheets
(A) describe each instrument in detail.
, (B) are used only for Operating Room trays and large procedure packs.
(C) provide a detailed list of tray contents.
(D) all the above. Correct Ans - C
Central Service technicians must wear special attire referred to as (blank) to
minimize their exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contaminants.
(A) PPE
(B) OSHA
(C) TPA
(D) CDC Correct Ans - A
The temperature in the decontamination area should be between
(A) 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit
(B) 58 to 62 degrees Fahrenheit
(C) 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit
(D) 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit Correct Ans - C
Staphylococcus is classified as a gram-positive bacteria.
(A) True
(B) False Correct Ans - A
Kerrison/laminectomy rongeurs should be tested using
(A) tissue paper.
(B) a plastic dowel rod.
(C) rubber testing material.
(D) an index card. Correct Ans - D
Which of the following should be used to thoroughly rinse (remove) all traces
of disinfectant from an endoscope's channels?
(A) Forced air
(B) Water containing approved sterilant
(C) Treated water
(D) A heated glutaraldehyde Correct Ans - C
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