CME Safety & Sanitation Standards 3

Question 1

What does the term 'aseptic technique' mean in an electrology context?

Accepted Answer

Using practices that prevent the introduction of pathogens into the treatment area

Answer

Aseptic technique refers to a collection of practices designed to keep the treatment environment and wound free from pathogenic microorganisms.

Question 2

When using a glutaraldehyde solution for high-level disinfection of reusable instruments, the practitioner must:

Accepted Answer

Work in a well-ventilated area and wear appropriate PPE including gloves and eye protection

Answer

Glutaraldehyde is a hazardous chemical requiring adequate ventilation and full PPE to prevent respiratory irritation and skin/eye contact.

Question 3

An autoclave biological indicator (spore test) is used to:

Accepted Answer

Confirm the autoclave achieves actual sterilization by killing resistant bacterial spores

Answer

Biological indicators use heat-resistant Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores to confirm that sterilization conditions were sufficient to kill the most resistant organisms.

Question 4

What is the significance of the 'clean-to-dirty' workflow principle in an electrology operatory?

Accepted Answer

It ensures contaminated items move away from clean areas to prevent cross-contamination

Answer

The clean-to-dirty workflow keeps contaminated materials and movement directed away from clean supply areas to prevent recontamination.

Question 5

Which skin antiseptic is most commonly recommended for preparing the treatment site prior to electrolysis insertion?

Accepted Answer

Isopropyl alcohol 70%

Answer

Isopropyl alcohol 70% is the standard pre-treatment skin antiseptic, effectively reducing surface bacteria before probe insertion.

(CME) Certified Medical Electrologist Practice Test

(CME) Certified Medical Electrologist Practice Test

CME Safety & Sanitation Standards 3