IAHCSMM 8th Edition Chapter 19 Quiz

When items are needed immediately (at once) CS Techs may receive a ______ order.

Something of value that is owned by an organization or person is called an _______.

Detergents, sterilization quality assurance products and other items that are purchased, used up and replaced are called ________ _______.

Sterilizers, mechanical washers and other expensive items are examples of ________ ________.

The act of moving supplies throughout the facility is called ____________.

Process designed to reduce harm to the environment is called ________.

What inventory replenishment system uses identical carts filled with supplies?

What inventory system is used to manage instruments and supplies for individual surgical procedures?

In this system, a predetermined quantity of supplies is stored on the user unit.

In this system, needed items are requested by the user unit and filled from a central storage location.

What computerized system allows clinical staff to obtain patient items from a storage unit?

Inventory Management Concepts in CS Department

Stat Order: Refers to an order for items that are needed immediately, emphasizing urgency in supply management.
Asset: Defines something of value owned by an organization or individual, critical for financial and operational assessments.
Consumable Inventory: Encompasses items like detergents and sterilization products that are used up and need regular replenishment.
Capital Equipment: Involves expensive items including sterilizers and mechanical washers, representing significant investments for the organization.
Distribution: Describes the process of moving supplies throughout the facility, ensuring availability and accessibility of necessary items.
Sustainability: A process aimed at minimizing environmental harm, highlighting the need for responsible inventory management.

Specific Inventory Systems

Exchange Cart System: Utilizes two identical carts for supply management; one is dispensed while the other remains ready. At scheduled times, the used cart is replaced, promoting efficiency.
Case Cart System: Involves creating a cart for each specific surgical procedure, allowing for tailored delivery of instruments and supplies to the operating room.
PAR Level System: Maintains a predetermined quantity of supplies on the user unit, with CS/Materiel Management staff responsible for monitoring and replenishing stock levels appropriately.
Requisition: A system where user units request items, which are then filled from centralized storage and delivered, centralizing supply chain management.
Automated Supply Replenishment System: A computerized system where clinical staff can remove items from a storage unit. The system tracks usage through codes or scans, generating restock orders as needed.

Test your knowledge on managing inventory in the Central Sterile (CS) department with these practice questions based on Chapter 19 of the IAHCSMM 8th Edition. This quiz covers key terms and concepts essential for CS Techs to understand inventory management effectively.