CBSPD: Chapter 5 Quizes and VERIFIED ANSWERS

The mechanical action in the automated cleaning process that uses sound waves and imploding bubbles is called: ANSWER-cavitation Prior to processing instruments in an ultrasonic cleaner: ANSWER-The gross soil should be removed Powered equipment should be: ANSWER-Cleaned as specified by the manufacturer Generally, fiberoptic light cables should be cleaned: ANSWER-Using a soft cloth and detergent Before it is manually cleaned, what must be done to a flexible endoscope? ANSWER-It must be tested for leaks All instruments and devices received from another facility should be: ANSWER-Completely reprocessed What material can be used as a simple test to check the functioning of the ultrasonic cleaner? ANSWER-aluminum foil The TOSI line of products is used to verify the effectiveness of: ANSWER-mechanical washers