Surgical Prep & Instruments Quiz
What do you know about surgical instruments? Do you think you can pass this surgical prep & instruments quiz? What do you understand by a surgical instrument? A surgical is meant by the instrument, and this instrument is a tool or device that helps in performing specific actions or carrying out required effects during a surgery or operation. Examples include modifying biological tissue or providing access for viewing it. These questions will give you even deeper knowledge. All the best!
- 1.The very first thing to do when purchasing a new instrument is to:
- A.
Sterilize the instrument
- B.
Wash the instrument
- C.
Read the manufacturer's instructions for processing.
- D.
Place it in storage until needed.
- 2.When labeling a wrapped set
- A.
Label the set after it is wrapped.
- B.
Write the name of the set on the autoclave tape before assembling the set.
- C.
Use a magic marker
- D.
Use an ink pen.
- 3.Some enzymatic cleaners can be inactivated in temperatures that exceed:
- A.
100 F
- B.
120 F
- C.
130 F
- D.
140 F
- 4.When manually cleaning, it is recommended to wash items below the water to prevent
- A.
Splashing
- B.
Aerosolization of microbes
- C.
Problems with rinsing
- D.
Build-up of detergents
- 5.Unless otherwise directed by the manufacturer, power equipment would best be cleaned
- A.
In an ultrasonic cleaner
- B.
In a mechanical washer/decontaminator
- C.
Manually
- D.
In a washer/sterilizer
- 6.The final step in the cleaning process is:
- A.
Scrubbing
- B.
Rinsing
- C.
Inspection
- D.
Disinfection
- 7.Instruments lubricant would best be applied
- A.
In the decontamination area, after cleaning
- B.
In the decontamination area, after disinfection
- C.
In the prep/packaging area before assembly
- D.
In the prep/packaging area after assembly
- 8.Which of the following chemicals can destroy and corrode surgical instruments?
- A.
Phenols and alcohol
- B.
Alcohol and quats
- C.
Enzymatic detergents and chlorine bleach
- D.
Chlorine bleach and saline
- 9.If an instrument is found to be "stiff," the instrument should be
- A.
Sprayed with mineral oil
- B.
Sprayed with instrument lubricant
- C.
Re-cleaned
- D.
Placed on the set
- 10.Scissors should e tested for sharpness
- A.
Each time processed
- B.
Weekly
- C.
Every other week
- D.
Monthy
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