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MED 159
Homework Quiz 35
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which item in the diagram is the first step in wrapping instruments for sterilization? | C |
| Which item in the diagram is the second step in wrapping instruments for sterilization? | E |
| Which item in the diagram is the third step in wrapping instruments for sterilization? | E |
| Which item in the diagram is the fourth step in wrapping instruments for sterilization? | F |
| Which item in the diagram is the fifth step in wrapping instruments for sterilization? | E |
| Which items in the diagram are the sixth and seventh steps in wrapping instruments for sterilization? | F, B |
| In this diagram, which of the following indicates the correct sequence for wrapping instruments for sterilization? | F, C, G, A, D, E, B |
| The common health-associated infection seen in an outpatient setting, called MRSA, is caused by which type of bacteria? | staph |
| A common health-associated infection seen in an outpatient setting that is caused by a specific type of staph bacterium and results in skin infections that can develop into large abscesses is ________blank. | MRSA |
| The CDC recommends that catheters be used for the least possible amount of time due to which type of infection? | CAUTI |
| Which type of infection is caused by the entry of infectious microorganisms into the bloodstream by way of a central line? | CLABSI |
| A clean technique that is based on maintaining cleanliness and preventing the spread of microorganisms in the medical environment is known as which of the following? | Medical asepsis |
| Which of the following is a physical aspect of the medical office that contributes to asepsis? | Designating a section of the reception room for sick patients |
| The goal of surgical asepsis in the medical facility is to ________blank. | keep organisms from entering the body |
| The goal of medical asepsis in the medical facility is to ________blank. | reduce the number of microorganisms in the medical environment after they leave the body |
| What is the proper placement order when multiple PPEs are needed for the protection of the healthcare worker? | gown, face mask, and gloves |
| Employers are required by law to supply ________blank at no charge to their employees. | personal protective equipment |
| Due to several large outbreaks of hepatitis B and C in outpatient settings, recommendations for safe injection practices were included as part of the Guideline for Isolation Precautions established by which of the following? | CDC |
| What is OSHA’s estimate of approximately how many needlestick injuries occur each year? | 800,000 |
| Influenza, measles, whooping cough, and meningitis are examples of infectious diseases that can be transmitted through which of the following? | respiratory droplets |
| If a patient is coughing uncontrollably and there is considerable spray, what PPE should the medical assistant put on before entering the examination room? | gloves, gown, goggles and mask |
| Which of the following equipment is categorized as a semi-critical item? | endoscope |
| Which of the following equipment is categorized as a critical item? | surgical instrument |
| Approximately what percent of patients will develop an infection at the surgical site? | 3% |
| What is the most common microorganism associated with a surgical site infection? | Staphylococcus |
| Classifications of SSIs are dependent on the ________blank and extent of the surgical wound. | location |
| Which of the following is a process that is required for all instruments that penetrate the skin or that come in contact with normally sterile areas of the tissues and internal organs? | sterilization |
| Which of the following is a necessary step for the medical assistant to take when sterilizing instruments using an autoclave? | using distilled water in the unit |
| Which of the following instruments and equipment must be sterilized before use? | vaginal specula and curettes |
| The primary method for sterilizing instruments in the medical office is ________blank. | autoclaving |
| In which method of sterilization does moisture cause coagulation of proteins within microorganisms at a much lower temperature than is possible with dry heat? | autoclaving |
| Which of the following is the appropriate way to wrap instruments for sterilization? | Use only double-thickness muslin to wrap instruments |
| As a general rule, double-layer fabric or paper-wrapped sterile packages have a maximum shelf life of ________blank. | 30 days |
| Which of the following is a correct step in cleaning and preheating an autoclave? | Check the discharge lines and valves for obstruction |
| Which of the following would cause the autoclave load to not sterilize properly? | air trapped inside the chamber because of blocked discharge lines |
| Which of the following is a leading factor that would cause an incomplete sterilization of an autoclaved load? | too short a time period |
| Which of the following is an important step for the medical assistant to remember when running a load through the autoclave? | Do not unload any packs or instruments with wet wrappings |
| Today, she notices that the biological indicator from yesterday’s load is positive. What does a positive result mean? | The items in that load are not sterile |
| In general, what is the temperature range in degrees Fahrenheit that the autoclave must reach in order to sterilize a load of instruments? | 250°–270° |
| Most autoclaves must reach a certain temperature and pressure to complete the sterilization process. If the temperature must reach 250° to 270°Fahrenheit, what must the pressure range be? | 15 to 30 pounds of pressure |
| Which of the following is a disadvantage of using muslin to wrap instruments for sterilization? | It is more susceptible to contamination |
| Which of these diseases is reported to the National Notifiable Disease Surveillance System as required by the CDC? | cholera |
| When wrapping instruments for sterilization, what is the first step that should be taken? | Wash hands and don gloves |
| When wrapping items for sterilization, what information must be on the label of the pack? | date, your initials, and contents of pack |
| What is the proper way to wrap hinged instruments? | placed in the open position |
| The cleaning process that is required for all instruments that penetrate the skin or that come in contact with normally sterile areas of the tissues and internal organs is ________blank. | sterilization |
| Which of the following is necessary when sterilizing items using an autoclave? | using distilled water in the unit |
| Which instruments and equipment must be sterilized? | vaginal specula and curettes |
| The primary method for sterilizing instruments is ________blank. | autoclaving |
| In which of the following methods of sterilization does moisture cause coagulation of proteins within microorganisms at a much lower temperature than is possible with dry heat? | autoclaving |
| The appropriate way to wrap instruments for sterilization in the autoclave includes ________blank. | using double-thickness muslin to wrap instruments |
| The maximum shelf life for a sterile pack is ________blank. | 30 days |
| What is the correct way to clean and preheat the autoclave? | Check the discharge lines and valves for obstruction |
| Which of the following would render an autoclaved load unsterile? | air trapped inside the chamber because of blocked discharge lines |
| Which of the following would cause incomplete sterilization of an autoclaved load? | too short a time period |
| Which of the following is important when running a load through the autoclave? | Do not unload any packs or instruments with wet wrappings |
| Do not unload any packs or instruments with wet wrappings | The items in that load are not sterile |
| A physical aspect of the medical office that contributes to asepsis is ________blank. | designating a portion of the waiting room for sick patients |
| The goal of surgical asepsis is to ________blank. | keep organisms from entering the body |
| Which of the following is not part of the respiratory hygiene recommendations established by the CDC? | putting masks on all patients who are coughing |
| Which of the following items is not needed to fill out a communicable disease report form (either electronic or paper)? | test results |
| Which of the following diseases does not have to be reported to the National Notifiable Disease Surveillance System of the CDC? | shingles |
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