CRCST Distribution and Delivery Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a case cart system in central service distribution?
Answer: To deliver procedure-specific items to the OR before surgery
Case cart systems deliver all required sterile and non-sterile items for a specific surgical procedure to the operating room before the case begins.
Which principle should guide the distribution of sterile supplies to ensure oldest stock is used first?
Answer: FIFO (First In, First Out)
FIFO (First In, First Out) ensures that older sterile items are used before newer ones, reducing the risk of expiration.
When transporting sterile items through the hospital, which type of cart should be used?
Answer: Closed, covered transport carts
Closed, covered transport carts protect sterile packages from environmental contamination, moisture, and physical damage during transit.
A sterile package is found on the OR shelf with a broken seal. What is the correct action?
Answer: Return it to CS for reprocessing
A broken seal compromises sterility; the item must be returned to central service for reprocessing before use.
What documentation is typically required when issuing sterile instruments to the operating room?
Answer: Lot numbers, expiration dates, and quantity issued
Tracking lot numbers, expiration dates, and quantity issued enables traceability in the event of a sterility recall or patient safety event.
Which term describes the system where supplies are stored in a satellite location close to the point of use?
Answer: Decentralized distribution
Decentralized distribution places supply storage closer to where items are used, such as in OR sub-sterile rooms, to improve efficiency.