Decontamination Point of Use Preparation Quiz

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What is the recommended number of sinks for cleaning reusable medical devices (RMDs)?

  • Three sinks - washing, tap water rinse, and purified water rinse (correct)
  • Two sinks, one for washing and one for rinsing
  • One sink for all cleaning steps
  • Four sinks, one for each step including soaking

Which of the following detergents should be used for manually cleaning RMDs?

  • Any household soap
  • Highly acidic detergents with a pH below 6.0
  • Detergents specifically designed for cleaning RMDs (correct)
  • Abrasive detergents containing harsh scouring agents

What is the recommended pH range for mild detergents used in manual cleaning of RMDs?

  • pH 4.0 - 6.0
  • pH 8.0 - 11.5 (correct)
  • pH 12.0 - 14.0
  • pH 6.0 - 8.0

What should be done to ensure that the cleaning solution reaches all surfaces, including those of lumened (tubed) devices?

<p>Immerse the item carefully to displace trapped air (B)</p>
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How should stubborn staining on RMDs be removed during manual cleaning?

<p>Soak in an approved stain-removing solution or use a non-abrasive scouring pad (C)</p>
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What is the recommended method for flushing lumened (tubed) devices during manual cleaning?

<p>Flush with a jet-gun while submerged in water to avoid splashing and aerosols (D)</p>
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At what temperature should the final rinse be performed during manual cleaning of RMDs?

<p>Warm to hot water, unless contra-indicated (A)</p>
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Which of the following statements about detergent dilution and water temperature is correct?

<p>Follow the manufacturer's instructions and local policies for detergent dilution and water temperature (B)</p>
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What is the purpose of using an enzymatic detergent during manual cleaning of RMDs?

<p>To facilitate the cleaning of devices with channels or complex parts (C)</p>
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Which of the following statements about the use of sinks for cleaning RMDs is correct?

<p>The sinks should be used solely for the cleaning of RMDs and not for any other purpose (B)</p>
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