Inventory Management and Supply Chain Flashcards
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Which inventory management method ensures that the oldest stock is used before newer stock, reducing the risk of expiration?
Answer: FIFO (First In, First Out)
FIFO ensures sterile supplies with earlier expiration dates are used first, maintaining product integrity and reducing waste.
What is a 'par level' in sterile processing inventory management?
Answer: The established quantity of items that should always be on hand
Par levels represent the standard quantity of supplies that should be maintained in the department to meet operational needs without overstocking.
Which inventory system continuously tracks stock levels in real time and updates automatically when items are added or removed?
Answer: Perpetual inventory system
A perpetual inventory system uses software and scanning technology to continuously update stock levels, providing an accurate real-time picture of inventory.
What is the primary benefit of barcoding in sterile processing inventory management?
Answer: It tracks instrument sets through the entire processing and distribution cycle
Barcoding enables accurate tracking of instrument sets from decontamination through sterilization, distribution, and patient use, creating a complete audit trail.
Which document accompanies a vendor shipment and lists all items included, allowing receiving staff to verify the delivery?
Answer: Packing slip or delivery invoice
A packing slip or delivery invoice lists all items included in a shipment and is used to verify that the correct products and quantities were received from the vendor.
What is 'just-in-time' (JIT) inventory management primarily designed to minimize?
Answer: Excess inventory and storage costs
JIT inventory management reduces waste by receiving goods only when needed, minimizing storage costs and the financial burden of holding large inventories.
Which inventory analysis method classifies items into three categories based on their value and usage frequency to prioritize management efforts?
Answer: ABC analysis
ABC analysis categorizes inventory into A (high-value, critical), B (moderate value), and C (low-value, high-volume) items so management resources are focused appropriately.