CSSD Module 9 Quiz & Flashcards: Inspection & Packaging

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What is the primary purpose of the assembly area in the CSSD?

To inspect surgical instruments for intactness, cleanliness, and functionality (correct)

To dispense surgical instruments to OR rooms or clinics

To store surgical instruments

To sterilize surgical instruments

Who should perform the task of inspecting surgical instruments in the assembly area?

Trainee decontamination specialists

Hospital administrators

Nursing staff

Trained decontamination specialists and technicians (correct)

What is the required ventilation standard for the inspection, assembly, and packing room?

ISO 14644-1: 1995 Class 9

ISO 14644-1: 1999 Class 8 (correct)

ISO 14644-1: 1990 Class 7

ISO 14644-1: 2001 Class 6

Why is the assembly area maintained under positive pressure?

To reduce the risk of airborne bacteria introduction to the IAP Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended temperature range for the assembly area?

20-23°C Signup and view all the answers

What type of material should the furniture in the assembly area be made of?

Smooth non-porous easy to clean materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern when fine fibers from lint settle on clean surgical instruments?

Infection to the patients' wounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of microbiological monitoring in the IAP room?

To serve as an early warning system to alert staff when environmental quality is drifting out of control Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of comparing the testing results to the baseline counts of microorganisms?

To ensure that the testing results are within the accepted levels of contamination Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to conduct part of the sampling program when the facility is unoccupied?

To establish a baseline contamination level prior to sampling when occupied Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the dedicated cleaning room within the IAP room?

To clean the IAP room itself Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of daily environmental cleaning in accordance with the hospital infection control policies and procedures?

It reduces the risk of infection to patients' wounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for wearing protective clothing in the IAP room?

To minimize the risk of contamination of the clean reusable medical devices and the environment Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the headgear and beard masks after use in the IAP?

They should be discarded in the appropriate waste stream Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of wearing a low-lint surgical hat or hood in the IAP?

To minimize microbial dispersal from the head and facial hair Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for changing the scrub suit in the IAP?

Daily, or whenever it becomes visibly soiled or wet Signup and view all the answers

Why are shoes dedicated to the IAP and not used outside?

To prevent the risk of contamination of the environment outside the IAP Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception to the rule of not wearing jewelry in the IAP?

Wedding bands Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when arranging devices in a surgical instrument tray?

The order of use in a procedure Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to place forceps on instrument pins?

To prevent tangling Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pre-printed tray checklist?

To verify the contents of a surgical instrument tray Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with forceps with ratchets when assembling a surgical instrument tray?

Leave them open unless stringers are not available Signup and view all the answers

What should be consulted when assembling devices that require special sterilization?

The manufacturer's instructions Signup and view all the answers

Why is consistency important when assembling surgical instrument trays?

To ensure that all specialists follow the same procedure Signup and view all the answers

Why should devices be checked under magnification?

To identify tiny pieces of bioburden or debris that may be difficult to see Signup and view all the answers

What should be checked for ease of movement?

Hinges of devices Signup and view all the answers

What should be reported immediately to the supervisor?

Damaged, incomplete, or malfunctioning devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of checking cannulated devices?

To ensure the channel is patent (clear) Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk of damaged surfaces on devices with an outer insulation coating?

The risk of dirt and bacteria collecting, and potential burn risk Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of checking the alignment of jaws and teeth on devices?

To ensure the device is functioning properly Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Inspection, Assembly, and Packaging (IAP) Area

The IAP area is a clean area in the CSSD where surgical instruments are inspected for intactness, cleanliness, and functionality.
The area is designated and controlled to optimize the sterilization process and minimize the risk of contamination of the RMD sets.

Environmental Requirements for IAP

The IAP room must meet clean room standards according to ISO 14644-1: 1999 Class 8 or other internationally accepted equivalent standards.
The room must be maintained under positive pressure to ensure air flows outward instead of into the work area.
The room must be maintained at a temperature of 20-23°C and a relative humidity of 30-60%.
Environmental cleaning must follow policies and procedures approved by the hospital's infection control committee.
Furniture in the IAP area must be made of smooth, non-porous, easy-to-clean materials.

Microbiological Monitoring

Microbiological monitoring is carried out in the IAP room according to hospital infection control policies.
Monitoring involves placing contact or settle plates in pre-planned locations in the room and then sending them to the lab for culturing and analysis.
The results of the analysis are compared to baseline counts of microorganisms predetermined by the microbiologist or a contracted specialist.

Dress Code Requirements

Staff must wear protective clothing to reduce the risk of contamination of the clean reusable medical devices and the environment.
Protective clothing includes a freshly laundered scrub suit, a head/hair cover, and dedicated shoes.

Assembling Devices into Trays

Devices are arranged from left to right in accordance with when they will be required in a procedure.
Devices can also be arranged by size or according to surgeon and OR nurses' preferences.
All contents of a specific surgical instrument tray must be checked and verified against the checklist.
Forceps should be placed on instrument pins to hold them together and reduce tangling.

Inspection and Function Testing

All surgical devices unloaded from the washer-disinfector must be inspected for cleanliness, stains, corrosion, cracks, breakage, and stiffness of movable parts.
Devices should be checked under magnification where possible.
Inspect each RMD from a set separately, checking critically all areas of the devices for cleanliness.
Report any damaged, incomplete, or malfunctioning devices immediately to the supervisor.
Check devices for functionality, sharpness, and completeness according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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This quiz covers the inspection, assembly, and packaging of surgical instruments in a clean area of the Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD). It's a critical step before dispatching instruments to operating rooms or clinics.

CSSD Module 9: Inspection, Assembly, and Packaging

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