Decontamination And Disinfection

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1.

Name the types of detergents
2.

What does DOT stands for pg 82
3.

Transporting contaminated supplies between institutions for processing must meet applicable state and U.S. Department of Transportation regulation
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True
4.

Name the steps in the cleaning process

Correct Answer
sorting the items to be cleaned
preringsing or presoaking the item
washing
rinsing
drying
5.

What is biofilms

Correct Answer
are groups or collections of microorganisms that adhere to the surface of any object that comes into contact with nonsterile water
6.

The quality of the water in the department can AFFECT not only how well a detergent will work but also how much is needed and how well it will rinse off at the end of the cleaning process.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True
7.

What the ph level for neutral
- A.
  
  8
- B.
  
  5
- C.
  
  7
- D.
  
  10
Correct Answer
C. 7
8.

A solution having a pH below 7 is
- A.
  
  Alkaline
- B.
  
  Acidic
Correct Answer
B. Acidic
9.

PH above 7 is
- A.
  
  Alkaline
- B.
  
  Acidic
Correct Answer
A. Alkaline
10.

Detergent solutions must be changed ___ to reduce the bioburdent and prevent the recontamination of cleaned items and the environment
- A.
  
  Once a week
- B.
  
  Frequently
Correct Answer
B. Frequently
11.

Contain organic substances that assist in the breakdown of protein soils and blood
- A.
  
  Organic acid detergents
- B.
  
  High alkaline detergents
- C.
  
  Enzymatic detergents
- D.
  
  Non abrasive cleaning
Correct Answer
C. Enzymatic detergents
12.

Can be used to remove severe stains on stainless steel instruments. these detergents should not be used routinely because they are very corrosive.
- A.
  
  Enzymatic
- B.
  
  High alkaline detergents
- C.
  
  Organic acid detergents
- D.
  
  Non abrasive agents
Correct Answer
C. Organic acid detergents
13.

Are used in some mechanical washers, followed by a neutralizing acid rinse to clean surgical instrumentation
- A.
  
  Non abrasive agent
- B.
  
  Organic acid detergents
- C.
  
  Enzymatic detergents
- D.
  
  High alkaline detergents
Correct Answer
D. High alkaline detergents
14.

Are available for removing stubborn soils and stains, however these specially formulated agents can be difficault to remove and must be thoroughly rinsed
- A.
  
  Non abrasive cleaning agents
- B.
  
  High alkaline detergents
- C.
  
  Organic acid detergents
- D.
  
  Enzymatic detergents
Correct Answer
A. Non abrasive cleaning agents
15.

Breakdown blood, mucus, feces, and albumin, lipase, carbohydrates
- A.
  
  Organic detergents
- B.
  
  Non abrasive cleaning agents
- C.
  
  Enzymatic detergens
Correct Answer
C. Enzymatic detergens
16.

What are organic compounds pg 88

Correct Answer
soap
17.

The mixing of different types of metal like stainless steel, copper, non anodized aluminum, brass and chrome plating DOESN'T have to be avoid because electrolysis may occur in any heated, moist environment the wet, hot chamber of a mechanical washer or steam sterilizer
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False
18.

Who regulate occupatinal exposure to bloodborne pathogens requires employers to identify employees and tasks that might put them at risk for exposure to blood and orhter body fluids and take measure to protect them from exposure
- A.
  
  FDA
- B.
  
  CDC
- C.
  
  OSHA
Correct Answer
C. OSHA
19.

TWO ways of cleaning

Correct Answer
manual and mechanical
20.

During which types of cleaning soft bristle brushes of various sizes and lengths and soft lint free cloths are used to create friction on device surfaces
- A.
  
  Mechanical
- B.
  
  Manual
Correct Answer
B. Manual
21.

A type of automated cleaning equipment transmit sound waves through cleaning soulution. transducers located in the bottome of the unit emit sound waves and create bubbles that implode burst inward as they contact the instrument drawing soil away from the surface

Correct Answer
ultrasonic cleaner
22.

Lumen means tube
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True
23.

Sonic irrigator is specifically designed for lumend
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True
24.

Name the two types of mechanical washers pg 93

Correct Answer
washer sterilizer and washer decontaminator
25.

Which detergent is used to reduce the potential for corrosion
- A.
  
  Acid
- B.
  
  Alkaline
Correct Answer
B. Alkaline
26.

What is being cleaned determined what type of detergents to use
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True
27.

There are four types of detergent used in mechanical washers all are usually in the liquid form and are low suds foam producers pg 93
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False
28.

Flexible endoscopes must always be leak tested before any manual precleaning is performed
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True
29.

Two types of endoscope are pg 101

Correct Answer
flexible and rigid
30.

Disinfection process kills ALL microorganisms but not necessarily bacterial spores pg 107
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False
31.

Disinfection process kills most microorganisms but not necessarily bacterial spores pg 107
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True
32.

Type of disease producing agents pg 107

Correct Answer
prions
bacterial spores
mycobacteria (tuberculosis)
non lipid, small viruses
fungi
vegetative bacteria
lipid, medium viruses HBV, HIV
33.

What are spaulding classification of medical devices pg 107

Correct Answer
critical
semicritical
noncritical
34.

Critical intended use
- A.
  
  Comes in contact with intact mucous membranes
- B.
  
  Comes in contact with intact skin
- C.
  
  Enters sterile tissue
Correct Answer
C. Enters sterile tissue
35.

Semicritical intended use
- A.
  
  Enters sterile tissue
- B.
  
  Comes in contact with intact skin
- C.
  
  Comes in contact with intact mucous membrane
Correct Answer
C. Comes in contact with intact mucous membrane
36.

Noncritical intended use
- A.
  
  Comes in contact with intact mucous membranes
- B.
  
  Enters sterile tissue
- C.
  
  Comes in contact with intact skin
Correct Answer
C. Comes in contact with intact skin
37.

Critical processing method is
- A.
  
  Sanitization
- B.
  
  Sterilization
- C.
  
  High level disinfectin
Correct Answer
B. Sterilization
38.

Semicritical processing method
- A.
  
  Sterilization
- B.
  
  Sanitization
- C.
  
  High level disinfectin
Correct Answer
C. High level disinfectin
39.

Noncritical processing method
- A.
  
  Sanitization
- B.
  
  Sterilization
- C.
  
  High level disinfectin
Correct Answer
A. Sanitization
40.

Ammonium compounds or quats are low ineffective against some gram negative microorganisms, lipid viruses, and spors
- A.
  
  Halogens
- B.
  
  Quaternary ammonium compounds
- C.
  
  Phenolics
- D.
  
  Alcohols
Correct Answer
B. Quaternary ammonium compounds
41.

Include chlorine and iodine based compounds. the most commonly recgnized chlorine formulation is sodium hpochiorite (bleach) which is used in the processing of linen and which is considered a low to medium level disinfectant
- A.
  
  Quaternary ammonium compounds
- B.
  
  Halogens
- C.
  
  Glutaraldehyde
Correct Answer
B. Halogens
42.

Are carbolic acid based product and are effective against vegetative bacteria, fungi, and the mycobacteria that cause TB
- A.
  
  Alcohol
- B.
  
  Glutaraldehyde
- C.
  
  Phenolics
Correct Answer
C. Phenolics
43.

Are effective antiseptics and sanitizers capable of killing a variety of bacteria mycobactera and fungi
- A.
  
  Phenolics
- B.
  
  Alcohols
- C.
  
  Halogens
Correct Answer
B. Alcohols
44.

High level disinfectants used on immersible items such as flexible and rigid endoscopes. the most formulation in use today is Cidex. formulation are intended for use in the high level disinfection of semicritical and critical medical devices they should never be used as environmental disinfectants
- A.
  
  Glutaraldehyde
- B.
  
  Phenolics
- C.
  
  Alcohol
Correct Answer
A. Glutaraldehyde
45.

Is the new high level disfectant is 0.55%
- A.
  
  Ortho phthaldehyde
- B.
  
  Alcohol
Correct Answer
A. Ortho phthaldehyde

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Decontamination And Disinfection

Name the types of detergents

What does DOT stands for pg 82

Transporting contaminated supplies between institutions for processing must meet applicable state and U.S. Department of Transportation regulation

Name the steps in the cleaning process

What is biofilms

The quality of the water in the department can AFFECT not only how well a detergent will work but also how much is needed and how well it will rinse off at the end of the cleaning process.

What the ph level for neutral

A solution having a pH below 7 is

PH above 7 is

Detergent solutions must be changed ___ to reduce the bioburdent and prevent the recontamination of cleaned items and the environment

Contain organic substances that assist in the breakdown of protein soils and blood

Can be used to remove severe stains on stainless steel instruments. these detergents should not be used routinely because they are very corrosive.

Are used in some mechanical washers, followed by a neutralizing acid rinse to clean surgical instrumentation

Are available for removing stubborn soils and stains, however these specially formulated agents can be difficault to remove and must be thoroughly rinsed

Breakdown blood, mucus, feces, and albumin, lipase, carbohydrates

What are organic compounds pg 88

The mixing of different types of metal like stainless steel, copper, non anodized aluminum, brass and chrome plating DOESN'T have to be avoid because electrolysis may occur in any heated, moist environment the wet, hot chamber of a mechanical washer or steam sterilizer

Who regulate occupatinal exposure to bloodborne pathogens requires employers to identify employees and tasks that might put them at risk for exposure to blood and orhter body fluids and take measure to protect them from exposure

TWO ways of cleaning

During which types of cleaning soft bristle brushes of various sizes and lengths and soft lint free cloths are used to create friction on device surfaces

A type of automated cleaning equipment transmit sound waves through cleaning soulution. transducers located in the bottome of the unit emit sound waves and create bubbles that implode burst inward as they contact the instrument drawing soil away from the surface

Lumen means tube

Sonic irrigator is specifically designed for lumend

Name the two types of mechanical washers pg 93

Which detergent is used to reduce the potential for corrosion

What is being cleaned determined what type of detergents to use

There are four types of detergent used in mechanical washers all are usually in the liquid form and are low suds foam producers pg 93

Flexible endoscopes must always be leak tested before any manual precleaning is performed

Two types of endoscope are pg 101

Disinfection process kills ALL microorganisms but not necessarily bacterial spores pg 107

Disinfection process kills most microorganisms but not necessarily bacterial spores pg 107

Type of disease producing agents pg 107

What are spaulding classification of medical devices pg 107

Critical intended use

Semicritical intended use

Noncritical intended use

Critical processing method is

Semicritical processing method

Noncritical processing method

Ammonium compounds or quats are low ineffective against some gram negative microorganisms, lipid viruses, and spors

Include chlorine and iodine based compounds. the most commonly recgnized chlorine formulation is sodium hpochiorite (bleach) which is used in the processing of linen and which is considered a low to medium level disinfectant

Are carbolic acid based product and are effective against vegetative bacteria, fungi, and the mycobacteria that cause TB

Are effective antiseptics and sanitizers capable of killing a variety of bacteria mycobactera and fungi

High level disinfectants used on immersible items such as flexible and rigid endoscopes. the most formulation in use today is Cidex. formulation are intended for use in the high level disinfection of semicritical and critical medical devices they should never be used as environmental disinfectants

Is the new high level disfectant is 0.55%