CHFM CHFM - Certified Healthcare Facility Manager Medical Equipment and Technology Management Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What does 'equipment inclusion criteria' refer to in a hospital's medical equipment management program?

Accepted Answer

The criteria used to determine which equipment is included in the maintenance inventory and program

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The budget threshold for purchasing new equipment

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The qualifications required for biomedical staff

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The standards for equipment storage and security

Question 2

A Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in a hospital biomedical department is primarily used to:

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Track work orders, maintenance history, and compliance status for equipment

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Manage patient electronic health records

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Process insurance billing for equipment use

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Monitor building security systems

Question 3

Which electrical safety test is required for patient-care equipment to measure leakage current?

Accepted Answer

Electrical safety inspection (ESI) per NFPA 99 / AAMI standards

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Insulation resistance test

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Ground fault circuit interrupter test

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Arc flash hazard analysis

Question 4

The useful life of medical equipment is BEST defined as:

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The period during which equipment performs its intended function safely, reliably, and cost-effectively

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The warranty period provided by the manufacturer

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A fixed 10-year period established by federal regulation

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The time until the first major repair is needed

Question 5

Under HIPAA, what precaution must a facility take before disposing of or returning leased medical equipment that stores patient data?

Accepted Answer

Ensure all patient data (PHI) is securely wiped or destroyed from device memory

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Obtain written consent from all patients whose data may be stored

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Report the disposal to CMS within 30 days

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Replace the equipment only with HIPAA-certified devices

Question 6

Which standard provides guidance on the safe design and performance of medical electrical equipment used in US healthcare facilities?

Accepted Answer

ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1

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NFPA 72

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ASHRAE 170

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UL 508A