IAHCSMM Or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management is the reputed association that represents healthcare Sterile Processing (SP) professionals across the world. Here is a quiz that consists of questions from the IAHCSMM book. Take the quiz to test your knowledge and learn more along the way.
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Low pH
High pH
Neutral pH
It depends on the water temperature and exposure time.
Discarded sterilization wraps
Blood-soaked sponges
Used copier toner cartridges
General trash from the surgery department
Multi-level trays should be separated
Trays with lids should be opened
Instruments should be disassembled and opened
All items should be washed on the same cycle
Excess bubbles from filling reduce the energy of the cavitation process
Excess bubbles reduce the effectiveness of the detergent
Excess bubbles decreased the temperature of the tank
Excess bubbles make it difficult to see items being cleaned.
Restricted Apparel
Safety Apparel
Hazard Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
The mechanical washer manufacturer
The instrument manufacturer
The detergent manufacturer
The healthcare facility
Are fever-producing substances
Are microorganisms that have survived sterilization
Cause CJD
Are soiled particles
Increases the likelihood of mineral scale deposits
Decreases the likelihood of mineral scale deposits
In not compatible with detergents
Can cause rusting of metal substances
Soap
Steam
A disinfectant
A detergent
Protease enzymes
Lipase enzymes
Amylase enzymes
Neutral pH cleaners
Below 43°C (110°F)
Above 43°C (110°F)
Below 100°C (212°F)
Below 24°C (75°F)
Immediately before use
After sterilization
After cleaning
Before cleaning
Using a circular motion
Using a to and fro motion with the grain
Using a stiff metal brush
Using a water spray
Can not be immersed
Can be immersed
Should be cleaned at the point of use
Should be cleaned using a mechanical washer
Sterilization
Thermal Disinfection
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