Unit 8: Equipment and Inventory Management

Question 1

This is necessary to ensure accurate, reliable and timely testing

Answer 1

Equipment Management

Question 2

One of the benefits of Good Equipment Management is that it helps to maintain a _________ of laboratory performance

Answer 2

high level

Question 3

One of the benefits of Good Equipment Management is that it reduces __________ in test results and improves the technologist’s confidence in the ___________ of testing results

Answer 3

variation ; accuracy

Question 4

One of the benefits of Good Equipment Management is that it lowers __________, as fewer repairs will be needed for a well- maintained instrument

Answer 4

repair costs

Question 5

One of the benefits of Good Equipment Management is that it lengthens ___________ life

Answer 5

instrument

Question 6

One of the benefits of Good Equipment Management is that it reduces __________ of services due to breakdowns and failures

Answer 6

interruption

Question 7

One of the benefits of Good Equipment Management is that it increases _________ for workers

Answer 7

safety

Question 8

One of the benefits of Good Equipment Management is that it produces greater customer ___________

Answer 8

satisfaction

Question 9

In Equipment Management, what are the 7 program considerations?

Answer 9

• Selection and purchasing
• Installation
• Calibration and performance evaluation
• Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Service and repair
• Retiring and disposing of equipment

Question 10

In ________ plans, periodic payments are made

Answer 10

Lease Plans & Rental Plans

Question 11

In ________ plans, it usually lasts for 3-5 years

Answer 11

Lease Plans

Question 12

These are purchased or leased for
longer periods at reduced rate

Answer 12

Lease Plans

Question 13

In ________ plans, there is a without purchase option

Answer 13

Rental Plans

Question 14

In ________ plans, the equipment is returned

Answer 14

Rental Plans

Question 15

In ________ plans, another rental is agreed or it is metered

Answer 15

Rental Plans

Question 16

T or F | Acquiring equipment

Before purchasing ask if the following are provided:
- wiring diagrams
- computer software information
- a list of parts needed
- an operator’s manual

Answer 16

T

Question 17

Before purchasing an equipment, it is important to clarify whether the the manufacturer will be the one to ____________ the equipment and ____________ staff (covering travel expenses as necessary) as part of the purchase price

Answer 17

• install
• train

Question 18

Before purchasing an equipment, make sure that the warranty includes a ____________ to verify that the instrument performs as expected

Answer 18

trial period

Question 19

Before purchasing an equipment, as if the manufacturer’s ____________ can be included in the contract and, if so, whether maintenance is provided on a regular basis

Answer 19

maintenance

Question 20

In acquisition of new equipment justifications, it is done when equipment can not be repaired or excessive cost of repair results in unacceptable delays

Answer 20

Replacement

Question 21

In acquisition of new equipment justifications, ____________ justifies either automation or additional personnel is needed

Answer 21

Increased workload

Question 22

In acquisition of new equipment justifications, it is the reduction of operational expenses state primarily in terms of personnel and supplies

Answer 22

Cost reduction

Question 22

In acquisition of new equipment justifications, it is done to have a better patient care

Answer 22

New and improved methodology

Question 23

What is the order of Priority of needs?

Answer 23

1. Essential
2. Necessary
3. Desirable
4. Others

Question 24

In the priority of needs, it is needed **immediately** to maintain quality patient care

Answer 24

Essential

Question 25

In the priority of needs, it is as “essential” but **greater leeway** with regard to time of acquisition

Answer 25

Necessary

Question 26

In the priority of needs, it is means of reducing cost

Answer 26

Desirable

Question 27

In the priority of needs, it is means of improving general working condition

Answer 27

Others