There are an average of 3 types of Powered Surgical Instruments

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saw attachmens: 1, ______________moves front to back, ___2___ moves side to side, & ___3.___ moves in a full continuous circle.

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Spell out the Acronym/Abbreviation provided: AAA

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Spell out: Ex Lap

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Spell out the Acronym/Abbreviation provided: IM

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True or False. There are currently no commercial products or “household” methods available to verify the cleaning process outcomes for either an ultrasonic unit; or an automated washer.

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Spell out the Acronym/Abbreviation provided: BKA

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Due to the history & strength of the ultrasonic’s wave action and the washer/decontaminator’s splashing ability, a ratcheting instrument will still receive it’s entitled cleansing even if it’s left in the ratchet-locked position .

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Despite an enzymatic detergent manufacturer’s guidelines, if the amount added to the water visually appears too weak, providing additional enzymatic detergent may ensure the instrument(s) receive a better clean .

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Spell out SAD

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True or False. The serrations that come longitudinal on some ratcheting instruments may be referred to as “truckmelt”.

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T/F The name on a stainless steel instrument to look out for due to it possibly being disposable is “Afghanistan”.

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To ensure the end of a scope lens is not foggy/smudged, a recommended tested item to use would be an Alcohol wipe for glass lens or sapphire lens.

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True or False. Usually, Titanium instrumentation can be identified via a bright gold color.

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Spell out the Acronym/Abbreviation provided: D&C

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Spell out the Acronym/Abbreviation provided: EUA

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Spell out the Acronym/Abbreviation provided: EEG

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The three parameters that must be met involving steam (autoclave) sterilizers are: ____1.___, ____2.____, & ____3.___

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True of False. The 2 types of steam sterilization methods under Dynamic-Air Removal are: Gravity Displacement & Ozone.

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True of False. To avoid wet packs or condensation, a steam (autoclave) PPK item should be placed “face up” (w/the contents in view for the technician’s visualization) - just not “face down”

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The apparatus for maintaining a constant and suitable temperature for favorable growth for Biological Indicators is known as a(n)

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A typical Dynamic Steam Sterilizer has 4 phases under a pre vacuum cycle…name them in the correct order: dyring, exhaust, sterillization, conditioning

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Spell out the Acronym/Abbreviation provided: I&D

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True or False: A wide variety of plain-weave cotton or cotton/polyester fabrics used as a non-disposable (soft) wrap having approximately 140 threads per square inch is known as “canvas”

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The inside walls/ceiling/floor area of the autoclave chamber should be cleaned weekly; to include the strainer drain of an autoclave steam sterilizer should be cleaned weekly

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T/F: An exhaust hood for ETO is an example of a method for Administrative Control.

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T/F: 3 parts: The disadvantages to EtO sterilization are: there are lumen restrictions to the device being processed; there is a long sterilization cycle; & it’s carcinogens requires critical monitoring for employees

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The average cycle for EtO is between 4 to 5min. exposure; 30 to 45 min aeration

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The amount (minor traces) of ETO that may remain inside materials after they are sterilized is known a

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What is the designed steam sterilization container's name only authorized to have a small amount of water at the bottom good for a shelf-life of 48hrs

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Spell this out: T&A

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T/F: isolated from poss. infected contact; or, in the case of storage, possibly awaiting BI result that you can’t release a tray just yet, is known as being kept “sequestered”

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The duration/length one must flush their eyes if exposed to any kind of exposure (i.e. blood; solution/chemicals; etc.) is 15 seconds.

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The device used in Sterile Storage for measuring humidity within the work area is known as

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Inventory replenishment system uses identical carts filled with supplies; one cart is dispensed to the user unit and the second cart is kept in standby

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When items are needed immediately, or at once, Central Service Technicians may receive this instant order. (all caps - abbrev. onl)

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Name the coined term TJC designed to use information from the HCF to follow the experience of care, treatment or services for a number of patients through the organization's entire health care delivery process

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Spell out TURP

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Spell out IOC

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