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IAHCSMM Chapter 1 Sterile Processing SPD 2024 Exam Review Questions and Answers, Exams of Health sciences

A comprehensive review of key topics in sterile processing, including decontamination, re-assembly, sterilization, and distribution. It explores the critical role of the central sterile/sterile processing department in healthcare, covering processes like information management, supply chain, and technology. The document also addresses essential knowledge, infection control, surgical specialties, and relevant standards and regulations.

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IAHCSMM Chapter 1 Sterile Processing SPD
2024 Exam Review Questions and Answers
100% Pass | Graded A+
David Mungai [Date] [Course title]
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IAHCSMM Chapter 1 Sterile Processing SPD

2024 Exam Review Questions and Answers

100% Pass | Graded A+

David Mungai [Date] [Course title]

IAHCSMM Chapter 1 Sterile Processing

SPD 2024 Exam Review Questions and

Answers 100% Pass | Graded A+

sterile processing - Answer>> -decontamination -re-assembly -sterilization -distribution CS/SPD - Answer>> is a vital department that processes many medical devices that are used directly on patients. -considered the "Heart of the Hospital" Sterling processing involves - Answer>> -information management, and distribution of surgical and medical supplies. -also supply chain management, RFID technology, bar code tracking, and database management Knowledge base - Answer>> -medical terminology -basic anatomy & microbiology -sterile technique -instrument identificaiton -decontamination & reprocessing -packing techniques -informaing technology -supply chain management -materials management knowledge of infection control - Answer>> Infectious agent -reservoirs -portal of exit -means of transmission -portal of entry -susceptible host

Case Cart Area (green) - Answer>> where sterile supplies (trays and/or sterile items from outside manufacturers) are kept and picked for surgical cases. Loaner Area - Answer>> for the receipt and return of instruments borrowed for specialty procedures. patient care equipment clean-up area - Answer>> where patient care equipment is cleaned and disinfected. Decontamination (dirty) - Answer>> instrument sets are checked-in with barcoding, instruments are hand-washed (grossly contained ones or those with hard to reach surfaces only), Ultrasonic cleaner, washer-sterilizer prep/pack & sterilization - Answer>> clean case cart & sterile supply - Answer>> sterile dispatch area - Answer>> where sterile and clean items are dispensed general surgery specialty - Answer>> surgery on the digestive tract ex; colon resection, hernia repair, cholecystectomy, mastectomy OB/GYN surgery - Answer>> surgery on the female reproductive organs or childbirth -Ex; cesarean section, total abdominal hysterectomy orthopedics surgery - Answer>> surgery on the skeletal and muscular systems of the limbs -Ex arthroscopies, tendon repairs, total joint replacements, fracture repairs

cardiovascular surgery - Answer>> surgery on the heart and major vascular structures and chest -Ex coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) or open heart surgery, thoracic aneurysm repair Peripheral vascular surgery - Answer>> surgery on smaller, peripheral vessels. -Ex; carotid endarterectomy, removal popliteal bypass, AV fistula creation Genitourinary (GU) surgery - Answer>> -surgery on the male reproductive and urinary organs. -Ex transurethral cystoscopy, nephrectomy Otorhinolaryngology surgery - Answer>> -ENT or Ears/nose/throat surgery on the ears, nose and throat. -Ex; insertion or PE tubes, tonsillectomy, septoplasty, radical neck dissection, endoscopic sinus Opthalmology surgery - Answer>> surgery of the eye. -Ex; cataract extraction, vitrectomy Neurosurgery surgery - Answer>> surgery of the brain and spinal column. -Ex; craniotomy, laminectomies standard policy - Answer>> is an established norm determined by opinion, authority, research and/or theory. (e.g. AAMI Standards). --These are not legally required but are recognized as the primary measure of good practice

experience, knowledge and skills necessary to provide competent services as a central service technician Certified registered central service technician - Answer>> CRCST certification is accredited by both the American national standards institute (ANSI) and the national commission for certifying agencies (NCCA)