The Medical Assistant Study Set 2

Which of the following is (are) true about the autoclave process?

____________ is the complete destruction of organisms on instruments or equipment that will enter the patient's body. This technique is mandatory for any procedure that invades the body's skin or tissues, such as surgery.

The recommended temperature for sterilization in an autoclave is

Which statement is not true about informed consent for surgery?

The invasion of body tissue by pathogens, which proliferate and damage tissues is _______________________.

Reducing the number of microorganisms to a safe level is called

What is the complete destruction of all forms of microbial life?

Venipunctures or injections must be practiced using which of the following protocols?

Which of the following aseptic procedures is performed on blood pressure cuffs and stethoscopes after each use?

Which of the following may cause incomplete autoclave sterilization?

Which of the following methods is the most current absolute indication that the proper sterilization time, temperature, and steam have been maintained?

The LEEP excisional procedure is considered which of the following?

Which of the following endoscopes is rigid?

Which of the following instruments would be damaged by the high temperature and steam under pressure of autoclaves and must be disinfected after each procedure?

The provider must have the patient's written informed consent before beginning any surgical procedure. This legal requirement is met simply by having the patient sign an operative permit.

Under which of the following post-operative conditions should a patient call the office immediately?

Which of the following passes through to a body organ or cavity?

In which phase of wound healing is fibrin most involved?

Which of the following bandage materials is superior for covering round narrow surfaces such as fingers or toes?

__________ is the destruction of microbes after they leave the body.