sterile processing

hemi-

Prefix meaning half.

endo-

Prefix meaning within.

hyper-

Prefix meaning above or excessive.

hypo-

Prefix meaning below or deficient.

pre-

Prefix meaning before.

sub-

Prefix meaning under or beneath.

supra-

Prefix meaning above.

bi-

Prefix meaning two or both sides.

para-

Prefix meaning beside or near.

peri-

Prefix meaning around or about.

post-

Prefix meaning after.

-ectomy

Suffix meaning surgical removal.

-itis

Suffix meaning inflammation.

-cide

Suffix meaning to kill.

-cise

Suffix meaning to cut.

-oscopy

Suffix meaning visual examination of an organ or joint.

-ostomy

Suffix meaning creation of a new opening.

-pexy

Suffix meaning surgical fixation.

-plasty

Suffix meaning surgical repair or restoration.

-rrhaphy

Suffix meaning to suture.

-tome

Suffix meaning cutting instrument.

gastro

Root word meaning stomach.

colo

Root word meaning colon.

arthro

Root word meaning joint.

cardio

Root word meaning heart.

chole

Root word meaning bile.

cholecyst

Root word meaning gallbladder.

costo

Root word meaning rib.

gyne

Root word meaning woman.

hema

Root word meaning blood.

hepat

Root word meaning liver.

cranio

Root word meaning skull.

herni

Root word meaning rupture.

hyster

Root word meaning uterus.

lipo

Root word meaning fat.

litho

Root word meaning stone.

oophor

Root word meaning ovary.

rhino

Root word meaning nose.

tracheo

Root word meaning trachea.

What is the meaning of the surgical term "hemi-gastrectomy"?

Removal of half of the stomach.

What does "-ostomy" signify in medical terminology?

Creation of a new opening.

What does "-itis" refer to in medical terms?

Inflammation.

What is the definition of "disinfection"?

Destruction of nearly all pathogenic microorganisms on an inanimate surface.

What does the acronym ACL stand for in medical procedure terms?

Anterior Cruciate Ligament.

What is an example of a high-level disinfectant?

Glutaraldehyde.

Define "Sterility Assurance Level (SAL)".

Probability of a viable microorganism being present on a product unit after sterilization.

What does PPE stand for?

Personal Protective Equipment.

What is required for aeration of EtO sterilized materials?

8 hours at 140°F or 12 hours at 122°F.

What does FIFO stand for in inventory management?

First In, First Out.

What is the maximum weight limit for linen packs?

12 lbs.

What is the acceptable temperature range for sterile storage?

72–78°F.

What must packaging withstand for steam sterilization?

250°F–275°F.

What biological indicator is used for EtO sterilization?

Bacillus atrophaeus.

What does the term "nosocomial infection" refer to?

A hospital-acquired infection.

What is the standard donning order of PPE?

Shoe covers, gown, mask/respirator, goggles, face shield, gloves.

What is the cycle time for hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilization?

28–50 minutes.