Prep & Pack Flashcards
What should technicians be looking out for when inspecting instruments?
We must inspect for cleanliness, functionality, and completeness. Any items worn out or damaged must be sent in for repair. Any soiled items must go back through the decontamination process.
What containers are NOT to be used for gravity sterilization?
Rigid containers with solid bottoms
Name the types of disposable packaging
- paper
- pouches
- SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond cellophane)
- aluminum foil (for dry heat only)
Name the types of reusable packaging
- cloth material
- rigid containers
What is the thread count for cloth materials?
140 for 1 ply and 280 for 2 ply
What are the 3 main type of packaging material?
Rigid containers, wraps, and pouches
What are packaging materials considered to be?
medical devices
Which material has excellent memory?
paper
Which type of sterilization allows the use of both peel pouches?
Ethylene oxide
What material is not to be used when sterilizing with ETO?
Muslin
What action would cause damage and dehydration to reusable textiles?
Ironing
What should be inspected for during the laundering process of reusable textiles?
Tears, cuts, and holes are inspected and repaired with patches when necessary
What are the different types of paper wraps?
Kraft-type, crepe type, and glassine
Which side of a peel pouch is allowed to be written on?
The non-permeable plastic side
What are the 3 types of pouch designs?
- rolls/tubing
- heat sealing
- self-sealing
What are the 2 types of seals for peel pouches?
- heat-seal
- fold and tape
When double pouching, how much space is required between the 2 packs?
1” of space on all sides
Where are peel pouches not permitted in?
RSCS
What accessories are available to be used on sharps?
Non-latex tip protectors
T or F
It is not our job to have instruments sequenced in the order of the charge nurse’s request.
False. It is important we comply to their requests
During instrument set assembly, it is important that all instruments are?
Open and disassembled according to IFU to ensure proper sterilization
What is the purpose of an external CI indicator?
To differentiate between processed and unprocessed packages
What is the purpose of an internal CI indicator? Where is it to be placed?
It ensures that the sterilant has reached inside of the package. It should be placed in the area which is the least accessible to steam
If the CI indicator is dead in between rejected and accepted, what should be assumed?
If we aren’t able to verify the sterility of a paakage, we must assume it is not safe for use
