Theatre Instruments CT

1A peri operative theatre technician should ensure proper sterilization of theatre instrument. Identify FIVE factors affecting the effectiveness of sterilization of theatre instrument. (5 Marks)

Highlight FIVE indicators that can be used to monitor sterilization. (5 Marks)

Staff M. has handed over instruments to you immediately after sterilization. mention SIX activities you will carry out until instruments get to the point of use. (6 Marks)

State any FOUR reasons for maintaining the instrument storage records in the CSSD. (4 Marks)

Instrument processing is a key function of a peri operative theatre technologist. Mention  SIX recommended steps of instrument processing. (6 Marks)

Highlight any FOUR consequences of having faulty operation theatre instruments and apparatus in theatre. (4 Marks)

You are asked to assemble, pack and sterilize general set for surgery. Identify FIVE factors affecting shelf life of stored sterile instruments. (5 Marks)

Identify FIVE classes of instruments giving an example in each class. (5 Marks)

Highlight the correct order of doffing personal protective equipment (PPE).

During a busy morning shift in the surgical ward, staff Jane is preparing to assist the surgeon in a minor wound suturing procedure. She notices that her colleague quickly rinses her hands under running water for a few seconds without using soap before donning sterile gloves. Jane pauses to recall the correct hand washing procedure as part of infection control practices. Outline the correct sequence of hand washing that Nurse Jane should follow before donning sterile gloves. (10 Marks)