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

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

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

Inclusion criteria define which devices are inventoried and maintained under the MEMP, typically based on risk, function, and regulatory requirements.

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

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

CMMS software tracks preventive maintenance schedules, work orders, equipment history, and compliance documentation for all managed assets.

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

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

NFPA 99 and AAMI standards require electrical safety inspections measuring chassis leakage and ground continuity on patient-care equipment.

The useful life of medical equipment is BEST defined as:

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

Useful life is determined by a combination of physical condition, repair costs, technological obsolescence, and safety performance rather than a fixed period.

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

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

HIPAA requires that protected health information (PHI) stored on medical equipment be securely erased or destroyed before disposal or transfer.

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

Answer: ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1

ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (derived from IEC 60601-1) is the primary US standard for safety and performance of medical electrical equipment.