Sterilization and Disinfection Quiz
10 Questions
19 Views

Sterilization and Disinfection Quiz

Created by
@EntertainingSuprematism

Podcast Beta

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which of the following items require sterilization?

  • Stethoscope
  • Culture media (correct)
  • Surgical instruments
  • Endoscopes

    • What is the primary purpose of sterilization?

  • To remove foreign material from medical devices
  • To clean medical devices with water and soap
  • To kill most microorganisms, but not spores
  • To kill all microorganisms, including spores (correct)

    • What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?

  • Sterilization kills all microorganisms, including spores, while disinfection kills most microorganisms except spores (correct)
  • Sterilization removes foreign material from medical devices, while disinfection cleans with water and soap
  • Sterilization uses 70% alcohol, while disinfection uses chemicals
  • Sterilization involves mechanical cleaning, while disinfection involves ultrasonic cleaning

    • Which method of cleaning involves the use of water & soap, detergents or enzymatic products?

    <p>Manual cleaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of cleaning in the decontamination process?

    <p>To remove foreign material from medical devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of sterilization involves the use of an autoclave?

    <p>Steam sterilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between sterilization and disinfection?

    <p>Sterilization kills all microorganisms, including spores, while disinfection kills all bacteria but not spores.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which items require sterilization as per the information provided?

    <p>Surgical instruments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of cleaning in the decontamination process?

    <p>To remove foreign material from medical devices before sterilization or disinfection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cleaning method involves mechanical cleaning by ultrasonic cleaners or washer-disinfectors?

    <p>Mechanical cleaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser