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Since Central Service techs don't handle money, ethics do not apply to them.
Since Central Service techs don't handle money, ethics do not apply to them.
False
Central service workflow can be divided into the handling of 3 categories of items: soiled items, clean items, or sterile items.
Central service workflow can be divided into the handling of 3 categories of items: soiled items, clean items, or sterile items.
True
The use of positive and negative air pressure in the CSD is designed to take the place of heating and cooling.
The use of positive and negative air pressure in the CSD is designed to take the place of heating and cooling.
False
Since modern CS departments are virtually risk-free, CS Techs do not need to be concerned with safety practices.
Since modern CS departments are virtually risk-free, CS Techs do not need to be concerned with safety practices.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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This organ pumps blood throughout the body.
This organ pumps blood throughout the body.
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The process by which cartilage is replaced by bone.
The process by which cartilage is replaced by bone.
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Any place where two bones meet.
Any place where two bones meet.
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The main control unit of the CNS.
The main control unit of the CNS.
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Considered the master gland because it helps control the activities of all endocrine glands.
Considered the master gland because it helps control the activities of all endocrine glands.
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This filters blood to remove amino acids and neutralize some harmful toxins.
This filters blood to remove amino acids and neutralize some harmful toxins.
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Produces a fluid element in semen that stimulates the motility of sperm.
Produces a fluid element in semen that stimulates the motility of sperm.
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Largest part of the brain.
Largest part of the brain.
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They carry blood away from the heart.
They carry blood away from the heart.
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Somewhat muscular tube that helps move food into the stomach.
Somewhat muscular tube that helps move food into the stomach.
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The functional center of a cell that governs activity and heredity is called the _______.
The functional center of a cell that governs activity and heredity is called the _______.
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Thread-like 'tails' that help bacteria through liquids are called _______.
Thread-like 'tails' that help bacteria through liquids are called _______.
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Microorganisms that are capable of forming a thick wall around themselves to survive in adverse conditions are called _________.
Microorganisms that are capable of forming a thick wall around themselves to survive in adverse conditions are called _________.
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Tetanus and botulism do not require free oxygen to grow, so they are classified as ________ bacteria.
Tetanus and botulism do not require free oxygen to grow, so they are classified as ________ bacteria.
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This organization has established standards for the effective processing of flexible endoscopes.
This organization has established standards for the effective processing of flexible endoscopes.
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Is SGNA a voluntary or regulatory agency?
Is SGNA a voluntary or regulatory agency?
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This organization protects workers from occupationally caused illness and injury.
This organization protects workers from occupationally caused illness and injury.
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Is OSHA voluntary or regulatory?
Is OSHA voluntary or regulatory?
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This organization provides standards and evaluations for healthcare facilities. These evaluations are in the form of onsite surveys at least every 3 years.
This organization provides standards and evaluations for healthcare facilities. These evaluations are in the form of onsite surveys at least every 3 years.
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Is Joint Commission a voluntary or regulatory agency?
Is Joint Commission a voluntary or regulatory agency?
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This organization promotes health by preventing and controlling disease.
This organization promotes health by preventing and controlling disease.
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Is the CDC voluntary or regulatory?
Is the CDC voluntary or regulatory?
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Central sterile techs need to change from their street clothes to scrubs before entering the work area.
Central sterile techs need to change from their street clothes to scrubs before entering the work area.
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Before beginning work, CS techs should remove watches and other jewelry.
Before beginning work, CS techs should remove watches and other jewelry.
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Food and drink are not allowed in the central service area.
Food and drink are not allowed in the central service area.
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Floors in the CS dept should be wet mopped daily. They should never be swept or dust mopped.
Floors in the CS dept should be wet mopped daily. They should never be swept or dust mopped.
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What is the name of the process that removes ions from water?
What is the name of the process that removes ions from water?
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What is the name of the water that has been treated and is acceptable for drinking?
What is the name of the water that has been treated and is acceptable for drinking?
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What solution is used to remove the white, scaly, hard-to-remove substance that can appear on sinks and equipment?
What solution is used to remove the white, scaly, hard-to-remove substance that can appear on sinks and equipment?
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The _______ dept is the major source of soiled items received by the CS dept.
The _______ dept is the major source of soiled items received by the CS dept.
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Tissue, body fat, blood, and other body substances are all examples of _______ soil.
Tissue, body fat, blood, and other body substances are all examples of _______ soil.
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Study Notes
Central Service Ethics and Practices
- Ethics apply to all medical personnel, including Central Service technicians, despite not handling money.
- Central service workflow categorizes items into three groups: soiled, clean, and sterile.
Safety and Environmental Controls
- Modern Central Service departments are not risk-free; safety practices are essential for technicians.
- Positive and negative air pressure systems in Central Service departments do not replace heating and cooling functions.
Medical Terminology
- Definitions of common medical suffixes include:
- Ectomy: Surgical removal
- Ostomy: Surgical creation of a new opening
- Otomy: Incision into an organ
- Plasty: Surgical restoration or repair
- Rrhaphy: Suture
- Osopy: Visual examination
- Cise: To cut
Human Anatomy and Physiology
- The heart is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
- Ossification is the process of converting cartilage into bone.
- Joints are locations where two bones meet.
- The brain is the main control unit of the central nervous system.
Endocrine and Excretory Systems
- The pituitary gland regulates activities of all endocrine glands.
- The liver filters blood, removes amino acids, and neutralizes toxins.
- The prostate gland produces a fluid in semen that enhances sperm motility.
Neurology
- The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain.
- Arteries transport blood away from the heart.
- The esophagus is a muscular tube facilitating food movement to the stomach.
Cell Biology
- The nucleus is the center of a cell that governs cellular activity and heredity.
- Flagella are thread-like structures aiding bacterial movement in liquids.
- Spores are microorganisms that form protective walls to survive harsh conditions.
- Anaerobic bacteria, such as tetanus and botulism, can grow without free oxygen.
Standards and Compliance Organizations
- SGNA sets standards for effective flexible endoscope processing and is a voluntary organization.
- OSHA is a regulatory agency that protects workers from occupational illnesses and injuries.
- The Joint Commission evaluates healthcare facilities and operates on a voluntary basis, conducting onsite surveys every three years.
- The CDC, a voluntary organization, promotes public health through disease prevention and control.
Central Service Technician Protocols
- Technicians must change into scrubs before entering the work area and are required to remove jewelry before starting work.
- Food and drink are prohibited in the central service area to maintain hygiene.
- Floors must be wet mopped daily; sweeping or dry mopping is not allowed.
Water Treatment Processes
- Deionization removes ions from water, making it suitable for various uses.
- Tap water is treated and deemed safe for drinking purposes.
- A descaler is utilized to eliminate stubborn, scale-like deposits from sinks and equipment.
Sources of Soiled Items
- The surgical department is the primary origin of soiled items received by the Central Service department.
- Various substances like tissue, body fat, and blood are examples of contaminated materials handled in Central Services.
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Test your knowledge on the ethics, safety practices, and medical terminology relevant to Central Service technicians. This quiz covers essential concepts including workflow categorization and common medical suffixes. Prepare yourself for real-world application in a healthcare setting.
