1. Introduction to Central Service

Question 1

The Central Service (CS) department reprocesses ___________ in a healthcare facility

Answer 1

Reusable Items

Question 2

Reusable items must be _________ before using again

Answer 2

Cleaned, Inspected, Disinfected, and Sterilized

Question 3

Minimally Invasive Procedures

Answer 3

Surgical procedures designed to reduce trauma/injury to the patient, often preformed through a cannula using lasers, endoscopes, or laparoscopes

Question 4

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Procedures

Answer 4

smaller incisions, less bleeding, smaller amounts anesthesia, minimal scarring, shorter stays, and faster recovery

Question 5

“central” term and benefits

Answer 5

services like sterilizing and processing happen in one central location

More educated and prepared workforce, process more effectively at a higher volume

Question 6

Integrated Delivery Network (IDN)

Answer 6

A system of healthcare providers providing coordinated services to a specific population

Question 7

One Way Flow

Answer 7

1. Soiled Area
2. Clean Processing Area
3. Sterile Storage Area

Question 8

Other common Names for a Central Service dept.

Answer 8

Central Processing
Sterile Processing & Distribution
Central Sterile Supply
Surgical Supply & Processing

Question 9

Decontamination (Area)

Answer 9

Receiving area for used instruments, where cleaning occurs, PPE required

Question 10

Decontamination (Act)

Answer 10

To make safe by removing or reducing contamination by infectious organisms or other harmful substances; the reduction contamination to an acceptable level

Question 11

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Answer 11

A part of standard precaution for all healthcare workers to prevent skin and mucous membrane exposure when in contact with blood and body fluids of any patient

Question 12

Types of PPE

Answer 12

Fluid-resistant protective clothing, disposable gloves, eye protection, face masks, and shoe covers

Question 13

Instructions for Use (IFU)

Answer 13

Information provided by a device manufacturer that provides detailed instructions on how to properly use and process the device

Question 14

Case Cart System

Answer 14

An inventory control system for items typically used in an OR that involves an enclosed/covered cart specifically prepared for one surgical case (not used for general supply replenishment)

Question 15

Case Cart Pull Sheet (Pick List)

Answer 15

List of specific supplies, utensils, and instruments for a specific procedure. CS techs use these lists to assemble the items needed for individual procedures.

Question 16

Case Cart

Answer 16

A cart prepared for an individual procedure. Case carts typically contain all the instruments, supplies, and utensils needed for a specific procedure

Question 17

Physician preference card

Answer 17

Documents that IDs preferences/needs for a specific medical procedure. Can include instruments, equipment, supplies, utensils, patient draping, etc. that might vary between physicians

Question 18

Material Management dept.

Answer 18

Dept. responsible for researching, ordering, receiving, and managing inventory

Question 19

The Processing Cycle

Answer 19

Clean
Inspect
Assemble
Package
Sterilize
Store
Dispense

Question 20

Basic Job Knowledge and Skills (Categories)

Answer 20

Communication, Facility Systems, Employability, Legal Responsibilities, Ethics, Safety Practices, Teamwork, & Resource Management

Question 21

Communication Skills

Answer 21

Assess abilities, adapt style, apply active listening, interact appropriately, follow guidelines, access information

Question 22

Facility Systems

Answer 22

Understand role, prevent unnecessary waste, look to improve

Question 23

Employability Skills

Answer 23

Be responsible, follow standards, use critical thinking, adapt, practice integrity, be respectful, listen attentively

Question 24

Legal Responsibilities

Answer 24

Report incidents, maintain confidentiality, operate within scope of practice, follow standards, comply legal requirements for with documentation

Question 25

Ethics

Answer 25

Conform to accepted and professional standards, respect others, demonstrate professionalism

Question 26

Safety Practices

Answer 26

practice infection control, use precautions, recognize hazards, use material safety data sheets (SDS), follow protocols, comply with regulations

Question 27

Standard Precautions

Answer 27

Basic infection control: use appropriate barriers to reduce risk of transmission of pathogens from recognized and unrecognized sources. Prevent contact between infectious organisms, blood, body fluids and skin, mucous membranes. Standard applies to all patients regardless of infectious status.

Question 28

Teamwork

Answer 28

Practive cooperation, leadership, and respect. Manage conflict and accept compromise

Question 29

Resource Management

Answer 29

Control costs, reduce waste, use time management skills, anticipate needs, recycle when possible

Question 30

Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI)

Answer 30

Infections not present when a patient is admitted that develops on or after day 3 of admission

Question 31

Job Description

Answer 31

Human resources tool that identifies the major tasks performed by individuals in specific positions

Question 32

Certification

Answer 32

Association/Industry recognition attained by individuals with education and/or work experience requirements who pass the exam demonstrating knowledge of pertinent, job-related subject matter.

Question 33

Upward mobility to supervisory roles requires ________

Answer 33

experience, education, skills