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1. cut, incise, dissect: Scissors are used to , , and/or tissue. 2. re-sharpened: All scissors are designed to be . 3. gold handled: do stay sharper longer, however, you cannot replace the Tungsten Carbide edges. 4. black handled: are the sharpest scissors available, however, they go dull the quickest. 5. distal tip: Scissors go dull at the first. 6. smooth slide: The feel of scissors should be a as you open and close. 7. screw hinge: Scissors crack in the area. 8. distal tip: The weak...

1. red test material 3/4 three times: Standard testing material for general scissors larger than 4.5". of the scissor blade should cut completely through test material times without snagging, especially at the tip. 2. yellow test material: Standard testing material for micro scissors smaller than 4.5". of the scissor blade should cut completely through test material times without snagging, especially at the tip. 3. 1.5" less: Never sharpen osteotomes if the overall length is than the or...

List three ways endoscopes can be used to meet patient needs. Routine screenings Diagnostic treatment Therapeutic treatment List two challenges endoscope reprocessing professionals face when working with flexible endoscopes. Lack of inventory Pressure to turn over equipment quickly Scope that views the airway. Flexible intubation scope Scope that views the inside of the stomach. Gastroscope Scope that diagnoses and treats abnormalities of the duodenum. Duodenoscope Scope that examin...

Specific tasks to be done, time horizons for these tasks, and resource allocation are all part of an effective: A. Preventive maintenance program B. Leak testing policy C. Action Plan D. All the above D Quality management measures for endoscopes include repair cost per procedure for each endoscope. A. True B. False A When receiving a loaned endoscope that is made by a different manufacturer than what the facility uses, competencies do not need to be done, as long as the endoscope is th...

A hysteroscope is an example of a/an correct answer: Rigid endoscope When using a flexible endoscope, instruments are introduced into the body through the: correct answer: Biopsy port True or false? More healthcare-associated infections are linked to contaminated endoscopes than any other device. correct answer: True True or false? It is important for all staff who process endoscopes to understand the point-of-use preparation and handling of endoscopes. correct answer: True The i...

Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called correct answer: Endoscopy An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an correct answer: Arthroscope The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called correct answer: Insertion tube When using a flexible endoscope, instruments are introduced into the body through the correct answer: Biopsy port Along with benefits to the patient, endoscopic procedures benefit the facility by correct answer: Reducing ...

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 rig...

Since Central service techs dont handle money, ethics do not apply to them. True or False - answerFalse pg 16 Central service workflow can be divided into the handling of 3 categories of items: soiled items, clean items, or sterile items. True or False - answerTrue pg 9 The use of positive and negative air pressure in the CSD is designed to take the place of heating and cooling. True or False - answerFalse Pg 13 Since modern CS departments are virtually risk free, CS Techs do not need to...

IAHCSMM Final Exam Graded A+ (SPD class instrument exam) Information technology is often the cornerstone of initiatives to transform healthcare - ANSWER True Disposable items increase combustible load in a healthcare facility - ANSWER True Enabling people to use information gained to interact with others is known as - ANSWER human relations At this time tracking systems are unable to track worker productivity information. - ANSWER false A step in communication that occurs when a l...