CRCST Practice Test - Chapter 7 Decontamination: Point–of

Last Updated on August 5, 2024

HSPA [Formerly IAHCSMM] CRCST Practice Test—Chapter 7 Decontamination: Point–of–use Treatment and Transport IAHCSMM: Chapter 7 is a comprehensive assessment designed to evaluate a candidate’s understanding of the principles and procedures related to transporting and handling contaminated items in a healthcare setting.

This chapter is vital for mastering the initial steps of the decontamination process. It focuses on the critical procedures for point-of-use treatment and safe transport of contaminated instruments. Learn about the importance of timely pre-treatment, the methods for reducing bioburden at the point of use, and the best practices for transporting instruments to the decontamination area.

CRCST Practice Test – Chapter 7

The CRCST Practice Test – Chapter 7 consists of multiple-choice questions that cover essential topics, such as the appropriate methods for transporting soiled items, the importance of minimizing the risk of cross-contamination and infection, and the proper handling and containment of contaminated instruments.

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CRCST Practice Test - Chapter 7

CRCST Practice Test - Chapter 7
Total Items: 21
Time Limit: N/A
Multiple Choice Quiz

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Why is it essential to maintain control of transport carts at all times and avoid excessive speeds in hallways?

To minimize the risk of accidents involving patients, visitors, and healthcare providers

To ensure the carts do not become damaged

To prevent the loss of items during transport

None of the above

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Which organization provides recommended practices for contaminated items transport?

Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)

All of the above

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What should be done when using an open transport cart for soiled items?

Leave the cart uncovered during transport

Ensure the cart has a solid bottom shelf and cover it during transport

Place items randomly on the cart without securing them

All of the above

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Why should instruments not be left damp and unclean for an extended period?

It increases the risk of biofilm formation

It makes the instruments easier to clean

It reduces the risk of cross-contamination

None of the above

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What should be done to minimize the risk of environmental contamination and personnel exposure during the transport of contaminated items?

Handle the items as much as possible

Handle the items as little as possible

Place contaminated items on top of sterile items

None of the above

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Why is it important to return instruments to the decontamination area as soon as possible after use?

To prevent the formation of biofilms

To avoid the need for additional cleaning

To ensure the instruments are not lost or misplaced

All of the above

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Who should be educated about the dangers associated with biohazard items and proper handling procedures?

Central service technicians only

Environmental service employees, courier and transport technicians, and drivers

Patients and visitors

Both a) and b)

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What should be done if contaminated items need to be transported between buildings or to a central off-site processing center?

Consult the U.S. Department of Transportation and follow state and local requirements

Ignore any safety guidelines and transport the items quickly

Use any available vehicle without securing the items

None of the above

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What type of cart is recommended for transporting soiled items and instruments?

An open cart

An enclosed cart

A cart with a solid bottom shelf

Both b) and c)

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What is the primary goal of transporting soiled instruments and items to the central service decontamination area?

To minimize the risk of cross-contamination

To transport items as quickly as possible

To ensure instruments are not damaged during transport

To maximize the use of transport carts

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What should be done with disposable components like blades and tubing?

Reuse them in the next procedure

Leave them attached to reusable instruments

Separate them from reusable components and place them in appropriate containers

Discard them in regular trash

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Why is it important to remove gross soil from instruments at the point-of-use?

To prolong the life of the instrument

To prevent the formation of biofilm colonies

To reduce the difficulty of cleaning

All of the above

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What are some examples of departments that generate contaminated items?

Surgery department

Labor and delivery

Emergency department

All of the above

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What is a biofilm?

A protective gel used for cleaning instruments

A collection of microorganisms forming a colony with a protective gel

A type of detergent used in healthcare facilities

A thin layer of moisture on instruments

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What is the purpose of point-of-use preparation?

To completely clean instruments

To begin the cleaning process

To replace the cleaning process

None of the above

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Which of the following should be done with disposable components during point-of-use preparation?

Keep them with reusable items

Place them in a hard-sided container labeled "biohazard"

Discard them with reusable sharps

Place them in an instrument tray

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What should be done with reusable sharps during point-of-use preparation?

Discard them with disposable items

Place them in a separate container

Keep them with other instruments

Clean them before placing them in a container

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What is biofilm?

A type of cleaning solution

A collection of microorganisms that attach to surfaces and form a colony

A protective layer on instruments

A type of contamination

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What is the purpose of point-of-use preparation?

To replace the cleaning process

To begin the cleaning process

To sterilize the instruments

To transport the instruments

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Which department generates the highest volume of contaminated items in a healthcare facility?

Surgery department

Labor and delivery

Emergency department

Cardiac care services

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What are the four main goals of soiled item preparation and transport?

Removal of gross soil

Prevention of damage

Prevention of cross-contamination

Keeping others safe

All of the above

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