Clinical Disinfection and Sterilization

To use a detergent solution along with sonic action to break up and loosen debris on instruments.

It poses an increased risk of exposure to biological hazards.

Instruments must be free of biological debris, disinfecting solutions, and detergents, and they must be dry.

<p>The name of the sterilizer, the date, and the time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It effectively eliminates microorganisms when combined with steam under pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biological indicators are used to verify that sterilization processes eliminate resistant bacterial spores, ensuring other microbes are also killed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Practices in Saskatchewan are required to complete biological indicator tests weekly for each sterilizer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biological monitors must be used after introducing a new sterilizer and following any sterilizer repair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All sterilization packages since the last negative test must be re-processed, and the results should be reported to the regulator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reviewing sterilizer procedures helps identify potential issues such as operator error and ensures effective sterilization practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improper packaging, improper timing, and improper loading.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sterilizer must be removed from service, inspected, repaired, and re-challenged with a biological indicator three times on an empty chamber.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure they are intact and have not been compromised, which maintains sterility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The quality of packaging material, storage conditions, methods and conditions of transport, conditions of handling, and internal policy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>92% of failures were due to human errors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The CSR is crucial for the organized and safe processing of instruments according to local, provincial, and federal regulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first three stages are wiping gross debris, discarding sharps, and transportation to CSR.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Critical items must be sterilized by heat as they contact sterile areas, while semi-critical items have a lower risk and must be sterilized if heat-tolerant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Spaulding Classification System is used to measure infection transmission risk and determine necessary sterilization levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Non-critical items, which contact intact skin, can still harbor pathogens, thus requiring cleaning to prevent cross-contamination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contaminated instruments should be placed in a closed cassette for transport to the CSR, using utility gloves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dividers are used to separate sections, control traffic flow, and contain contaminants during the processing phase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Instruments should be wiped clean of visible blood as soon as possible, and enzymatic products should be used if cleaning cannot be immediate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An automated washer is the best option for cleaning instruments as it minimizes the risk to staff and ensures thorough cleaning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contaminated instruments should be handled with care to avoid sharp injuries, and disposable sharps must be disposed of immediately in appropriate containers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Class B autoclave (pre-vacuum steam sterilizer)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>132 C (270 F) at 30 psi for 3 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It requires specific medical sterilization equipment, which may not ensure effective sterilization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must be dry inside the chamber.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>60 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Package integrity, dryness, and correct indicator color change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>132 C (270 F) for 10 minutes at 30 psi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dry heat requires longer exposure times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sterilizing critical instruments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must be designed specifically for the sterilization process used to ensure effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mechanical monitors assess cycle time, temperature, and pressure during the sterilization process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No single indicator can assure sterilization; they only indicate that a package was exposed to the sterilization conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recording cycle readings for 10 years can help identify patterns or problems in sterilization processes over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chemical indicators change color based on the physical variables of time, temperature, and pressure during sterilization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Bowie-Dick test detects air leaks and assesses air removal adequacy in pre-vacuum sterilizers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Class V indicators react to all critical variables during the sterilization process and are the most accurate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biological indicators, such as spore tests, are crucial for confirming that the sterilization process effectively kills all microbes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chemical indicators in every load provide real-time verification of the sterilization conditions achieved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Class I and Class IV indicators measure important physical variables during the sterilization process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A 'fail' result is indicated by the color change not occurring during the test, suggesting inadequate air removal.</p> Signup and view all the answers