Questions and Answers
The _________ is the dating system that uses the number of days that have elapsed in the year.
Julian date
Keeping records accurate and complete is important because they are used during the Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services surveys, but may also be used in __________.
Court
_________ records are kept to provide evidence that an employee has kept current and is aware of new best practices.
Continuing Education Records
A_________ should be run in every sterilizer load that contains implants.
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Recording _______ is an example of formal monitoring.
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Label that contains the date, sterilizer identification, and sterilizer cycle number is called a ___________.
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_____________ are used to help determine where employees excel or where they may need additional training.
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Ultrasonic cleaners clean by a process called _________.
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A test performed to help ensure there are no air leaks in a steam sterilizer is called a ___________.
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If there is no bacterial growth in a biological indicator after sterilization and incubation it is called a _______ test.
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Study Notes
Monitoring and Record-Keeping in Central Service
- The Julian date system tracks the number of days elapsed in the current year, facilitating date management.
- Accurate and complete record-keeping is essential for compliance with Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services surveys, as well as potential court use.
- Continuing Education Records document an employee's engagement in ongoing professional development and awareness of best practices.
- Biological indicator process challenge devices should be included in every sterilizer load that contains implants, ensuring effectiveness and safety.
- Formal monitoring examples include documenting key environmental conditions like temperature and humidity.
- A Load (lot) control label includes critical details such as the date, sterilizer identification, and sterilizer cycle number for traceability.
- Competency assessments identify areas where employees excel or may require additional training, fostering professional growth.
- Ultrasonic cleaners utilize cavitation, a process that creates bubbles to effectively clean instruments.
- A leak test is conducted to verify the integrity of steam sterilizers, ensuring there are no air leaks that could compromise sterilization.
- A negative test result in a biological indicator indicates no bacterial growth after sterilization and incubation, confirming the effectiveness of the sterilization process.
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Test your knowledge on monitoring and record-keeping in central service with these flashcards based on Chapter 17 of the IAHCSMM 8th Edition. Review key concepts like the Julian date and the importance of accurate record-keeping during surveys and court scenarios. Perfect for those preparing for certification or enhancing their professional skills.
