chpt 16&17 practice exercises Flashcards
(20 cards)
what is the method of stock rotation that ensures that older items are used first
FIFO , first in first out
airflow in the sterile storage area should be
positve
packaging that prevents microorganisms from entering the packages and allows aseptic opening is called
barrier packaging
humidity in the sterile storage area should be
less than 70%
temperature in the sterile storage area should be
per ANSI/ASHRAE/ASHE 170
the blank shelf of delivery / transport carts should be solid
bottom
items blank be used after the manufacturers expiration date even if the package integrity is still intact
should not
stacking wrapped trays can cause blank and other damage
holes
items should be stored at least blank inches below sprinkler heads
18
when transporting sterile items in a dedicated clean lift,they blank be contained
should
the ___ is the dating system that uses the number of days that have elapsed since Jan 1
Julian date
keeping records accurate and complete is important because they are used during the joint commission and centers for Medicare and Medicaid services surveys but may also be used in
legal claims
________ records are kept to provide evidence that an employees training and knowledge of updates to best practices are current
continuing education
____ should be run in every sterilizer load that contains implants
biological indicator process challenge device BIPCD
recording ____ is an example of formal monitoring
room temp and humidity
_______ label contains the date , sterilizer identification and sterilizer cycle number
load lot control
______ are used to help determine where employees excel or may need additional training
competencies
ultrasonic cleaners clean by a process called
caviation
a _____ is performed to help ensure there are no air leaks in a dynamic air removal sterilizer
leak test
no bacterial growth in a biological indicator after sterilization and incubation is called a _____ test result
negative
