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What is the recommended approach for cleaning devices with valves, ports, or multiple parts?
What is the recommended approach for cleaning devices with valves, ports, or multiple parts?
- Clean only the outer surfaces
- Use automated cleaning methods for efficiency
- Fully immerse in water for thorough cleaning
- Dismantle as much as possible for cleaning, following manufacturer's instructions (correct)
When should stylets be removed from devices for cleaning?
When should stylets be removed from devices for cleaning?
- During the unblocking process during device use (correct)
- Before flushing and brushing the devices
- After thorough mechanical cleaning
- Upon completion of dismantling the devices
Why might automated cleaning methods not be suitable for certain delicate devices?
Why might automated cleaning methods not be suitable for certain delicate devices?
- Can damage devices due to impact of water jets (correct)
- They don't require detailed cleaning
- They are ineffective for deep cleaning
- Automated methods are too time-consuming
What type of cleaning method is suitable for medical devices with an operating temperature lower than that achieved in automated washing?
What type of cleaning method is suitable for medical devices with an operating temperature lower than that achieved in automated washing?
Why are non-immersion manual cleaning methods appropriate for certain devices like electrical tools?
Why are non-immersion manual cleaning methods appropriate for certain devices like electrical tools?
What should be done with stylets before mechanically cleaning devices?
What should be done with stylets before mechanically cleaning devices?
What is the correct order for placing items during the cleaning process?
What is the correct order for placing items during the cleaning process?
Why is it important to connect each lumen to the appropriate flushing system?
Why is it important to connect each lumen to the appropriate flushing system?
What should be done with ratcheted devices during the cleaning process?
What should be done with ratcheted devices during the cleaning process?
In what order should gallipots be placed in relation to other reusable medical devices?
In what order should gallipots be placed in relation to other reusable medical devices?
Why should sharp devices be separated from general devices during cleaning?
Why should sharp devices be separated from general devices during cleaning?
What could happen if extra mesh baskets are not marked with a set name and number?
What could happen if extra mesh baskets are not marked with a set name and number?
What is the minimum level of reprocessing required for devices used on critical sites?
What is the minimum level of reprocessing required for devices used on critical sites?
For devices used on semi-critical sites, which of the following statements is true?
For devices used on semi-critical sites, which of the following statements is true?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the reprocessing of non-critical site devices?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the reprocessing of non-critical site devices?
When procuring or acquiring new reusable medical devices, what factor should be considered regarding the decontamination process?
When procuring or acquiring new reusable medical devices, what factor should be considered regarding the decontamination process?
What is the primary consideration when selecting reprocessing methods?
What is the primary consideration when selecting reprocessing methods?
What is the correct order of the reprocessing steps mentioned in the text?
What is the correct order of the reprocessing steps mentioned in the text?
What is the primary purpose of the sink or receptacle in the immersion method?
What is the primary purpose of the sink or receptacle in the immersion method?
What is recommended for dispensing the detergent in the immersion method?
What is recommended for dispensing the detergent in the immersion method?
What is the recommended temperature range for the wash and rinse sinks in the immersion method?
What is the recommended temperature range for the wash and rinse sinks in the immersion method?
What is the recommended practice for using brushes in the immersion method?
What is the recommended practice for using brushes in the immersion method?
How should the cleaned devices be dried after manual washing in the immersion method?
How should the cleaned devices be dried after manual washing in the immersion method?
What is the recommended practice for handling contaminated devices during the immersion method?
What is the recommended practice for handling contaminated devices during the immersion method?
What is the minimum level of processing required for reusable medical devices that come into contact with non-intact skin or mucous membranes?
What is the minimum level of processing required for reusable medical devices that come into contact with non-intact skin or mucous membranes?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the decontamination process for reusable medical devices?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the decontamination process for reusable medical devices?
According to the Spaulding classifications, which of the following medical devices would be considered critical and require sterilization as the minimum level of processing?
According to the Spaulding classifications, which of the following medical devices would be considered critical and require sterilization as the minimum level of processing?
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the choice of decontamination process for reusable medical devices (RMDs)?
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the choice of decontamination process for reusable medical devices (RMDs)?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true regarding the classification of medical devices?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true regarding the classification of medical devices?
According to the information provided, which of the following statements is correct regarding the decontamination process for reusable medical devices?
According to the information provided, which of the following statements is correct regarding the decontamination process for reusable medical devices?
