Question 1

Match each term below with its description
-Ignition source caused by friction between two surfaces and electron transfer; resulting in sparks or palpable shocks

Accepted Answer

Static electricity is caused by electron transfer due to friction between two surfaces, which can result in sparks or shocks.

Answer: J
 A laser is an ignition source that produces a concentrated beam of light and heat, which can ignite flammable materials.

Note: The other terms listed do not relate to ignition sources, but rather to various aspects of healthcare facilities and procedures.

Question 2

Match each term below with its description
-Category of "sharp" that has a beveled point and hollow cannula and either should not be recapped or should involve using the one-handed scoop method if recapping is necessary

Accepted Answer

Hypodermics are needles that have a beveled point and hollow cannula and require caution during recapping.

Answer: H
 Substerile refers to areas or equipment that are not sterile but are kept as clean as possible.

Note: None of the other terms are related to the description provided.

Question 3

Match each term below with its description
-Area of an operating room suite where patients have IV lines started, sign consents, interview with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and nurses prior to transfer to the OR for procedures

Accepted Answer

Pre-op holding is the area where patients have IV lines started, sign consents, interview with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and nurses prior to transfer to the OR for procedures.

Answer: H
 Substerile refers to the area outside of the sterile field, where the equipment and supplies that will be needed during the procedure are kept.

Answer: I
 Laminar flow refers to the controlled airflow in operating rooms that helps maintain a sterile environment by directing air away from the surgical field.

The other terms listed do not match the given description.

Question 4

Match each term below with its description
-Real-time intraoperative radiography that emits large amounts of ionizing radiation and requires use of a C-arm image intensifier

Accepted Answer

Fluoroscopy is the term that best matches this description as it involves real-time intraoperative radiography that emits large amounts of ionizing radiation and requires use of a C-arm image intensifier.

Answer: H
 Substerile is a term used to describe an area or equipment that is not sterile but still needs to be kept as clean as possible to minimize the risk of contamination during surgical procedures. None of the remaining options are fitting descriptions for this term.

Question 5

Match each term below with its description
-Separate department with direct or indirect connections to OR suite where instrument decontamination, assembly, and sterilization takes place and may include hospital materials storage

Accepted Answer

CSPD (Central Sterile Processing Department) is the department where instrument decontamination, assembly, and sterilization takes place.

Answer: H 
 Substerile refers to the area within the OR where instruments are prepared for sterilization and storage. It includes the storage and assembly tables, as well as the area surrounding the autoclave.

Answer: I 
 Laminar flow is a controlled airflow system used in the OR to help reduce airborne contamination. It helps to maintain a sterile environment by filtering the air and directing it in a specific direction.

Answer: E 
 Pre-op holding is the area where patients are prepared for surgery, which may include monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and placing IV lines.

Answer: J 
 A laser is a surgical tool that uses focused light to cut or destroy tissue. It is commonly used in various surgical procedures, including those involving the eyes, skin, and internal organs.

Quiz 5: Physical Environment and Safety Standards

Match each term below with its description -Ignition source caused by friction between two surfaces and electron transfer; resulting in sparks or palpable shocks

Match each term below with its description -Category of "sharp" that has a beveled point and hollow cannula and either should not be recapped or should involve using the one-handed scoop method if recapping is necessary

Match each term below with its description -Area of an operating room suite where patients have IV lines started, sign consents, interview with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and nurses prior to transfer to the OR for procedures

Match each term below with its description -Real-time intraoperative radiography that emits large amounts of ionizing radiation and requires use of a C-arm image intensifier

Match each term below with its description -Separate department with direct or indirect connections to OR suite where instrument decontamination, assembly, and sterilization takes place and may include hospital materials storage