CHP Equipment & Tools for Hijama Practice 2

Question 1

Before use on a new patient, reusable hijama cups must be:

Accepted Answer

Autoclaved or chemically sterilized

Answer

Reusable cups must be autoclaved or properly chemically sterilized between patients to eliminate bloodborne pathogens and prevent cross-contamination.

Question 2

Which disinfectant solution is commonly recommended for cleaning hijama cups and blood-contact surfaces?

Accepted Answer

0.5% sodium hypochlorite (bleach) solution

Answer

A 0.5% sodium hypochlorite solution is EPA-approved and effective against bloodborne pathogens including HIV and hepatitis B and C viruses.

Question 3

What personal protective equipment (PPE) must a hijama practitioner wear during wet cupping procedures?

Accepted Answer

Gloves, mask, and eye protection

Answer

During wet cupping, practitioners must apply Standard Precautions and wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection to guard against all routes of blood exposure.

Question 4

How should hijama cups with cracks or chips be handled?

Accepted Answer

Immediately discarded

Answer

Cracked or chipped cups must be immediately discarded because they cannot be properly sterilized and may harbor pathogens or cause patient injury.

Question 5

When checking a hand pump prior to a session, the practitioner should verify:

Accepted Answer

The pump creates and maintains adequate suction

Answer

The practitioner must confirm the hand pump creates and holds adequate suction to ensure consistent therapeutic negative pressure throughout treatment.

(CHP) Certified Hijama Practitioner Practice Test

(CHP) Certified Hijama Practitioner Practice Test

CHP Equipment & Tools for Hijama Practice 2