Provisional Sterile Processing Technician 1 Practice Test

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• If a biological indicator is incubated without being sterilized, what is this known as?
• What type of guidelines does the CDC provide for healthcare facilities?
• What is the most common reason for failure of steam sterilization?
• When does the sterile storage process begin after sterilization?
• Which FDA program provides voluntary reporting of any problems with a medical device?
• What color should biohazard labels be?
• What represents the degree of excellence of a product or service established by a facility?
• What category of items are introduced into the bloodstream or other sterile areas of the body during a patient procedure?
• What is the proper action if a sterilized item is found to be compromised?
• What kind of training is essential for the sterile processing technician?
• What can prove an item's sterility?
• If a flexible endoscope fails a leak test, what should the CST do next?
• In healthcare, what does the acronym PPE stand for?
• What are the three phases of the steam sterilizer cycle?
• What is indicated by the need to avoid stacking wrapped trays?
• Which best describes event-related shelf life?
• Activities that prevent infection are basics of which of the following?
• During which phase should sterile processing documentation be completed?
• What must be done if an item is found to be damaged during a routine check?
• When removing personal protective equipment, which item should the CST remove first?
• What is crucial for instruments used in a case of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease?
• What should the CST reference to determine the proper procedures for sterilizing a device?
• Which of the following is not required for sharps safety?
• Which of the following is a benefit of information technology in healthcare?
• In what arrangement should paper/plastic pouches be placed in the sterilizer?
• What action should the CST take when placing sterile items on the shelf in sterile storage?
• What is the mechanical process used in an ultrasonic cleaner?
• Which organization requires facilities to establish preventive standards?
• What defines the Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses?
• What potential issue can arise from failing to regularly pick up soiled items from other units?
• Quality assurance in sterile processing involves the assessment of what?
• What is the primary purpose of sterilization in a healthcare setting?
• Which is required of monitoring records?
• Which of the following is used on living tissue to slow the growth of microorganisms?
• What is a notable feature of tungsten carbide instruments?
• What is true about implantable devices?
• Who is responsible for the proper handling of instrumentation?
• Which items are classified as high cost items in sterile processing?
• What is the required airflow characteristic in the prep and pack area?
• What does laminectomy refer to?
• What is the function of passivation in medical instrument manufacturing?
• What does BKA stand for in medical terminology?
• Which patient care device is designed to limit the development of deep vein thrombosis and edema for bedridden patients?
• Which microorganism is an abnormal form of protein?
• What is the role of the failure mode and effects analysis method in quality?
• What feature do tamper-evident locks provide in rigid containers?
• What is the correct airflow and air exchange in sterile storage?
• Which of the following options does not have or transmit bacteria?
• What is the name of the surgical procedure used for the removal of the uterus?
• What is required of loaner instruments before use?
• Which procedure is performed to remove the stomach?
• What can help reduce physical stress on the CST when working with heavy patient care equipment?
• What is the primary purpose of a sterile storage area?
• Where should the CST look for expiration dates on a product?
• What must occur before an item can be placed in low-temperature sterilization?
• When processing endoscopes, what occurs first?
• What is true of a requisition inventory system?
• Which term represents a procedure to view the nasal passages?
• Which type of sterilization is commonly used for heat-sensitive items?
• Which of the following organisms lacks self-mobility?
• When handling instruments contaminated with hepatitis B or MRSA, what should be done according to protocols?
• What should be done with a sterilized item if the physical indicators differ from standard?
• Which factor is crucial in ensuring effective sterilization?
• Which type of tool and equipment maintenance is performed by Central Service?
• Which systems are considered more effective for tracking medical instruments?
• What must happen first to properly inspect powered surgical instruments?
• What is the most common reason for sterilization failure?
• Which microbes are known to produce toxins?
• What should be done when sterilized items are received?
• Which of the following is not included in an instrument tracking system?
• What is the primary goal of infection control practices in a healthcare environment?
• Which of the following is essential for maintaining sterile items?
• In the context of infection prevention, why is personal protective equipment (PPE) important?
• Why should the CST not wear jewelry in the Central Service Department?
• Which agency is responsible for worker protection interventions?
• What is a misconception about using a mechanical washer?
• What is an important characteristic of a preferred cleaning detergent?
• What distinguishes leased equipment from rented equipment?
• Who is responsible for checking equipment hazards such as frayed cracked electrical cords?
• How often should test strips be used to test the minimum effective concentration of high-level disinfection?
• What is indicated by the term "aseptic technique" in healthcare?
• What is true regarding patient care equipment management?
• In terms of contamination risks, why is careful organization of trays important?
• How long before a scheduled procedure should required instrumentation, sets, or trays be pulled from sterile storage?
• Which characteristic is true about rigid containers used in sterilization?
• Which organization provides recommendations for sterilization processes?
• In decontamination areas, which practice is most crucial for infection control?
• Even though items can be dispensed to all areas of a facility, which area is a major focus?
• Which statement is true about the muscular system?
• Which type of detergent is preferred for cleaning patient care equipment?
• Where would a tabletop sterilizer most commonly be found?
• When navigating transport carts through a healthcare facility, who should the CST give the right of way to?
• Which type of shelving unit is most preferred for sterile storage?
• What must be monitored regularly to ensure the safety of sterilization processes?
• Based on the degree of infection risk, which system categorizes patient care items?
• Which of the following is not a component of risk management?
• What is the role of OSHA in healthcare settings?
• When air flows out of an area upon opening a door, what type of airflow is occurring?
• Whom do the central service department and area dress codes apply to?
• In the context of sterile processing, what is mandatory for user safety?
• What is the main purpose of instrument tracking in sterile processing?
• What does the abbreviation ORIF stand for?
• Which inventory system utilizes established stock levels?
• What is a key property of capital equipment?
• During a "First in, first out" rotation, which statement is true?
• Which type of equipment is typically used to sterilize heat-sensitive items?
• What is the main goal of using personal protective equipment (PPE) in sterile processing?
• What does it mean when dark areas are seen on the lens of endoscopes during inspection?
• Which of the following can negatively impact the sterilization process?
• Which is the FDA Class II specialized indicator run daily in a dynamic air removal sterilizer?
• Which tracking method provides real-time information?
• Which is true about case cart systems?
• How long should hands be lathered and scrubbed during aseptic handwashing?
• When only one wet pack is found in a sterilizer load, what is the preferred next step?
• What is true about the outside shipping container when receiving items from a vendor?
• Which process is essential in reducing the risk of infection in a clinical environment?
• What is the recommended first step in the cleaning process of surgical instruments?
• What is the term for a chemical process that provides a corrosion-resistant finish to a medical instrument?
• Where should the CST send malfunctioning equipment for repair?
• Which of the following is compatible with hydrogen peroxide sterilization?
• Which is a spray force action used by automatic washers?
• Which practice helps manage risk in a sterile processing environment?
• What is a key factor in preventing cross-contamination in sterile processing?
• In which area will soiled items be received?
• Which statement about tissue forceps is incorrect?
• Which procedure prevents an organ from protruding through tissue?
• Which material is used to test Kerrison rongeurs?
• Which of the following should not be done when preparing instruments for sterilization?
• How should items used in patient care be treated?
• For which type of surgery would arthroscopy instruments be requested?
• What type of information is not provided in a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) from the manufacturer?
• What inventory control system uses the oldest product first?
• Which type of personal protective equipment is essential for reprocessing contaminated instruments?
• What should a CST be aware of regarding trays overhanging sterile storage shelves?
• Which term describes the point where two jaws or blades of an instrument connect and pivot?
• Hospitals, healthcare facilities, and manufacturers should report medical device malfunction that leads to death or serious injury to which of the following agencies per the Safe Medical Devices Act?
• What should be recognized as true about the sterile storage of wrapped trays?
• Which department performs safety inspections and functional tests on patient care equipment?
• What is true about the prefix in medical terminology?
• For commercially-sterilized items purchased from manufacturers, what are symbols used for on their packaging?
• The CST should recognize a bedpan as which category of patient care items?
• What is the finish on an instrument with a shiny surface called?
• What class of devices do chemical indicators fall under according to the FDA?
• What is the most significant key to successful thermal disinfection?
• What is the recommended room temperature range for the prep and pack area?
• Which medical term refers to the surgical removal of the gallbladder?
• Which of the following is an advantage of minimally invasive surgery (MIS)?
• Which material extends the lifespan of the jaws of a needle holder?
• Which of the following can contribute to the occurrence of a wet pack?
• What is an advantage of a centralized central service department?
• Which agency publishes the bloodborne pathogen standards based on standard precautions that healthcare personnel should treat all human blood and body fluids as infectious?
• Which area in the steam sterilizer is typically the coolest?
• Which statement best describes the one-way flow of materials?
• Which organization regulates transportation of soiled items offsite for processing?
• Which factor is essential for effective steam sterilization?
• What is the primary purpose of sterilization in healthcare settings?
• If an instrument is received in Central Service after surgery with documentation or tag indicating repair, what is the correct action?
• Which of the following agencies requires strict labeling on chemicals by the manufacturer?
• What is true of steam-flush pressure-pulse sterilizers?
• Supercut or Microgrind scissors have which color handles?
• Which organisms are considered the smallest?
• Why does a CST need to know the anatomy of a sterilizer?
• Which of the following is effective in establishing Central Service quality processes?
• After multi-part instruments have been cleaned and reassembled for testing, they must be:
• What is true of the bottom shelf in sterile storage?
• What is the step in the communication cycle where the listener asks a question?
• Which surgical procedure involves making an opening into the skull?
• When using a mechanical cleaner, which type is preferred?
• Why is steam sterilization commonly used in healthcare facilities?
• What are supplies such as disposable wraps classified as?
• Medical device recalls in the United States are mandated by which agency?
• What is the purpose of a count sheet in surgical procedures?
• How often should temperature and humidity levels be monitored and documented?
• When people use information to interact with others, what is this called?
• What is the study of microorganisms called?
• What is steam under pressure used for in a sterile processing setting?
• Which of the following materials cannot be used for packaging if the item will be sterilized?
• What type of material should the CST use to test the sharpness of scissors that measure four inches or less?
• What does the hourglass symbol represent on commercially-sterilized products?
• Which type of sterilization uses ethylene oxide?
• Which inventory replenishment system requires an identical cart in inventory?
• What is one of the main purposes of using count sheets in surgical settings?
• In which area are surgical instruments typically assembled?
• Why is it crucial to check package integrity before using sterile items?
• What is a critical factor when assembling surgical instrument trays?
• Which microorganisms are commonly found on hair and skin and can break down sewage?
• Which statement is true about healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)?
• What should be done if a surgical instrument shows signs of damage during inspection?
• Which medical devices are classified as high risk?
• Which suffix means excision?
• Which of the following describes the pupil of the eyes?
• What is an important guideline for using paper/plastic peel pouches in sterile processing?
• Which system in the body provides shape and support?
• When loading a sterilizer, where should basins be placed?
• When does the testing of laparoscopic insulation take place?
• What is the purpose of the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS)?
• What should be done immediately after identifying a sterilized item with a failed biological indicator?
• What is true about Staphylococcus?
• In sterilization processes, what does the term 'bioburden' refer to?
• What might happen if sterilization processes are not properly followed?
• Which materials are generally not recommended for use in steam sterilization?
• How should patient care equipment be stored for optimal usage?
• Which statement is correct about items that are processed at one point-of-use?
• What is an important consideration when loading a steam sterilizer?
• What should be documented in immediate-use steam sterilization cycles?
• What type of airflow should be present in central service decontamination areas?