IAHCSMM CRCST Exam
2026: Q&A for Sterile
Processing Mastery, Exams of
Nursing Assured A+ Certified
Pass
The physical method by which an ultrasonic units clean is called - ANSWERS-
Cavitation
Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed
electrical cords: - ANSWERS-whenever the equipment is cleaned
Impregnated Gauze Strips may be sterilized using: - ANSWERS-dry heat
sterilization
Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning
process. - ANSWERS-False. They should all be cleaned manually.
Agency responsible for the MedWatch program - ANSWERS-FDA food and drug
administration
,Phenolics are classified as - ANSWERS-intermediate to low level disinfectants
To prevent coagulation of proteins, water temperature should be - ANSWERS-
Below 43 C (110 F)
Secondary containers of chemicals - ANSWERS-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 - ANSWERS-arteries
The percentage of hospital patients that develop a healthcare facility-associated
infection. - ANSWERS-Approximately 10%
Spiral shaped bacteria are classified as - ANSWERS-spirillum
The two most common techniques of flat wrap packaging are - ANSWERS-
Square-fold and envelope-fold
Third party reprocessors are regulated by the FDA - ANSWERS-True
In central service, the concept of "one-way flow of materials" refers to the
movement of products - ANSWERS-From soiled areas to clean processing areas
within central service
, Horizontal work surfaces in the decontamination area should be cleaned and
disinfected - ANSWERS-At the beginning and end of each shift.
A material that removes electrons from another substance is Called - ANSWERS-
an oxidizing agent
Pre-Vacuum Steam Sterilizer & Steam Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP) - ANSWERS-
Use an active air removal system
These chemicals are used on animate (living tissue) to slow the growth of
microorganisms: - ANSWERS-antiseptics
Agency responsible for regulating EO - ANSWERS-OSHA and EPA
Scissors with tungsten carbide cutting edges are usually identified by -
ANSWERS-gold handles
7.2 pounds per cubic foot - ANSWERS-Maximum density for linen packs
Package condensation will occur when - ANSWERS-Placing hot or warm
packages in cold surfaces
2026: Q&A for Sterile
Processing Mastery, Exams of
Nursing Assured A+ Certified
Pass
The physical method by which an ultrasonic units clean is called - ANSWERS-
Cavitation
Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed
electrical cords: - ANSWERS-whenever the equipment is cleaned
Impregnated Gauze Strips may be sterilized using: - ANSWERS-dry heat
sterilization
Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning
process. - ANSWERS-False. They should all be cleaned manually.
Agency responsible for the MedWatch program - ANSWERS-FDA food and drug
administration
,Phenolics are classified as - ANSWERS-intermediate to low level disinfectants
To prevent coagulation of proteins, water temperature should be - ANSWERS-
Below 43 C (110 F)
Secondary containers of chemicals - ANSWERS-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 - ANSWERS-arteries
The percentage of hospital patients that develop a healthcare facility-associated
infection. - ANSWERS-Approximately 10%
Spiral shaped bacteria are classified as - ANSWERS-spirillum
The two most common techniques of flat wrap packaging are - ANSWERS-
Square-fold and envelope-fold
Third party reprocessors are regulated by the FDA - ANSWERS-True
In central service, the concept of "one-way flow of materials" refers to the
movement of products - ANSWERS-From soiled areas to clean processing areas
within central service
, Horizontal work surfaces in the decontamination area should be cleaned and
disinfected - ANSWERS-At the beginning and end of each shift.
A material that removes electrons from another substance is Called - ANSWERS-
an oxidizing agent
Pre-Vacuum Steam Sterilizer & Steam Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP) - ANSWERS-
Use an active air removal system
These chemicals are used on animate (living tissue) to slow the growth of
microorganisms: - ANSWERS-antiseptics
Agency responsible for regulating EO - ANSWERS-OSHA and EPA
Scissors with tungsten carbide cutting edges are usually identified by -
ANSWERS-gold handles
7.2 pounds per cubic foot - ANSWERS-Maximum density for linen packs
Package condensation will occur when - ANSWERS-Placing hot or warm
packages in cold surfaces
