CIS Loaner Instrument Management 3

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of maintaining an implant log in loaner instrument management?

Accepted Answer

To document implants placed in patients for traceability and product recall response

Answer

The implant log creates a permanent record linking the specific implant lot number to the patient, enabling rapid response if a manufacturer issues a product recall.

Question 2

Upon receipt of loaner instruments, the SPD staff should inspect for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Cleanliness, functionality, and completeness against the packing list

Answer

A thorough inspection for cleanliness, functionality, and completeness ensures the instruments are safe, operational, and a complete set before processing begins.

Question 3

What should SPD staff do when a vendor representative requests to be present in the decontamination area during processing of complex loaner instruments?

Accepted Answer

Follow the facility's policy on vendor access to restricted SPD areas

Answer

Facilities have established infection control and safety policies governing vendor access to restricted areas like decontamination; these policies must be followed consistently.

Question 4

Which labeling information is MOST critical when identifying a loaner instrument set for a specific surgical case?

Accepted Answer

Patient name, procedure date, and surgeon name

Answer

Case-specific identification linking the set to the patient name, procedure date, and surgeon ensures the correct instruments are used for the correct patient and procedure.

Question 5

A biological indicator (BI) placed in a loaner implant sterilization load reads positive after the required incubation period. What action must be taken?

Accepted Answer

Quarantine the set, investigate the potential sterilization failure, and notify appropriate staff

Answer

A positive BI indicates a potential sterilization failure; the entire load must be quarantined, the failure investigated, and the sterilizer taken out of service until the issue is resolved.

CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist Practice Test

CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist Practice Test

CIS Loaner Instrument Management 3