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SUR 101
Cleaning and Decontamination
Question | Answer |
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What is the preferred pH for detergents used for most cleaning processes? | Neutral pH |
What increases the likelihood of mineral scale deposits | Untreated water |
Water must be degassed each time the ultrasonic cleaner's tank is changed, because: | excess bubbles from filling reduce the engergy of the cavitation process |
Written cleaning instructions for surgical instruments should be provided by | the device manufacturer |
What are fever producing substances called? | Pyrogens |
These are used to breakdown fatty tissue on instruments | Lipase enzymes |
Instrument lubrication is performed | after cleaning |
To prevent coagulation of proteins, instruments should be pre-rinsed using: | Cool water |
Detergents used in mechanical cleaners should be: | low foaming |
Instruments should be cleaned using what type of motion? | to and fro motion |
The decontamination are should have what type of air flow? | Negative |
The temperature in the decontamination area should be between: | 60 and 65 degrees |
Rigid container filter retention plates should be: | removed from the container and lid and cleaned separately |
When it is necessary to transport soiled items between facilities using a truck or van, facilities must consult the U.S. Department of Transportation, as well as state and local laws for transporting biohazardous items | True |
It is acceptable to transport soiled and clean items at the same time in the same cart if they are placed on separate shelves | False |
Failure to perform soiled pick-up rounds as scheduled can lead to instrument and equipment shortages | True |
If soiled items are held in user units before pick up for processing, they must be kept at the patient's bedside until Central Service collects them | False |
When moving transport carts throughout the healthcare facility, Central Service technicians must always yield right of way of patients and visitors | True |
Can powered surgical instruments be immersed? | No |
How many air exchanges are in Sterile Goods? | 4 |
What is instrument lubrication also know as? | Instrument milk |