IAHCSMM CH 1: Practice

CS workflow can be divided into 3 categories: Soiled, Clean, and Sterile Items

CS technicians must use all forms of communication to obtain information such as listening & writing

The use of analytical skills to solve problems are considered ________.

Which of the following will become required for working in CS

All healthcare facilities use one standard job description for all CS technicians

Who is CS biggest customer

Soiled instruments are received in the ________ area of the CS department

CS departments may go by other names such as: SPD, Sterile Processing, or Central Supply

The human resource tool that defines job duties performed by persons in a specific position

All CS departments are structured alike

CS technicians must wear special attire called ______ to minimize the exposure to pathogens.

Career growth is nonexistent for CS technicians

Which is NOT a growing trend for CS

When are surgical sets needed for an entire day pulled from sterile storage?

Since CS technicians do not handle money, ethics considerations do NOT apply to them.

CS technicians practice resource management when they control cost and reduce waste

Verbal communication skills are the most important for CS technicians

The first step in the sterilization process is _________.

CS technicians must be able to identify approximately 100 surgical

Healthcare associated infections are _______.

CS technicians must be able to adapt to change

CS departments need not concern them selves with safety practices