Recordkeeping, Quality Assurance, and Inventory Management

Which of the following is used to respond to physical or chemical alterations to one or more physical conditions within a sterilizer's chamber?

Chemical indicator

This process is used to predict potential adverse outcomes to prevent those outcomes from occurring later.

Failure mode and effect analysis (FEMA)

The "V" in DMADV can be defined as which of the following?

Verify

Control growth is indicated for which of the following?

Positive reading on BI

The number of days that have elapsed since January 1 is called the _______ number.

Julian day

Record-keeping in the sterile processing department is

mandatory.

This test contains live spores and can determine if all conditions were met for sterilization.

Biological indicator

What’s the primary purpose of a procedure cart in a healthcare facility?

To provide supplies specific to a certain type of procedure

Which of the following is accurate regarding sterilization of implants?

Implants are quarantined until results of BI can be read.

What will impact every process in the decontamination area?

Poor water quality

Which of the following describes something of value owned by a company?

Asset

An event that can result in death, serious illness, or the risk thereof must undergo _______ to determine how to prevent the event from occurring again.

root cause analysis

What does patient focus mean in a quality management process?

Making sure patient needs guide decisions and problem solving

Which of the following is essential for maintaining accurate inventory records in a healthcare facility?

Implementing barcode or RFID tracking systems

Which of the following is present in every healthcare facility?

Requisitions

_______ is an inventory distribution system that requires a predetermined inventory list.

Par-level

_______ indicates that quality systems are effective.

ISO 9000

Why is the patient’s best interest the main focus regarding quality concerns in sterilization?

Poor sterilization can affect the patient's treatment.

Who performs validation and verification in sterilization monitoring?

The manufacturer performs validation, and the healthcare facility performs verification.

Which of the following is a reason to monitor stored items and procedure carts in a healthcare facility?

To avoid excess inventory that adds financial and labor burden