IAHCSMM CRCST Exam
To prevent coagulation of proteins, water temperature should be - CORRECT
ANSWER-Below 43 C (110 F)
Secondary containers of chemicals - CORRECT ANSWER-must be labeled with a copy
of the original manufacturer's label or a generic label that identifies hazard warnings and
directions
These carry blood away from the heart - CORRECT ANSWER-arteries
The percentage of hospital patients that develop a healthcare facility-associated
infection. - CORRECT ANSWER-Approximately 10%
Spiral shaped bacteria are classified as - CORRECT ANSWER-spirillum
The two most common techniques of flat wrap packaging are - CORRECT ANSWER-
Square-fold and envelope-fold
Third party reprocessors are regulated by the FDA - CORRECT ANSWER-True
The physical method by which an ultrasonic units clean is called - CORRECT
ANSWER-Cavitation
Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed electrical
cords: - CORRECT ANSWER-whenever the equipment is cleaned
Impregnated Gauze Strips may be sterilized using: - CORRECT ANSWER-dry heat
sterilization
Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning process.
- CORRECT ANSWER-False. They should all be cleaned manually.
Agency responsible for the MedWatch program - CORRECT ANSWER-FDA food and
drug administration
Phenolics are classified as - CORRECT ANSWER-intermediate to low level
disinfectants
In central service, the concept of "one-way flow of materials" refers to the movement of
products - CORRECT ANSWER-From soiled areas to clean processing areas within
central service
