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  1. Which OSHA standard specifically governs bloodborne pathogen exposure in the central service department?

    Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1030

    OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 is the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard that regulates occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

  2. When decontaminating instruments, which direction should sharps always be pointed?

    Answer: Away from the technician and other personnel

    Sharps must always be pointed away from the technician and other personnel to prevent accidental puncture injuries during handling.

  3. What is the correct action when a CS technician experiences a needlestick injury?

    Answer: Immediately wash the wound, report to supervisor, and follow exposure control plan

    A needlestick requires immediate wound washing, prompt reporting to a supervisor, and following the facility's written exposure control plan for post-exposure procedures.

  4. Which class of fire extinguisher is appropriate for an electrical fire in the CS department?

    Answer: Class C

    Class C extinguishers use non-conductive agents and are designed for energized electrical equipment fires.

  5. What does the 'E' stand for in the RACE fire response acronym?

    Answer: Evacuate

    In the RACE acronym (Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Evacuate), the 'E' stands for Evacuate, meaning move patients and staff away from the fire.

  6. Which SDS section contains information about first-aid measures for chemical exposure?

    Answer: Section 4

    Section 4 of the Safety Data Sheet is dedicated to first-aid measures, describing actions to take after exposure by various routes.

  7. Ergonomic injuries in the CS department are most commonly caused by which activity?

    Answer: Repetitive lifting and awkward postures during instrument processing

    Repetitive lifting, awkward postures, and sustained bending during decontamination and assembly are the leading causes of musculoskeletal ergonomic injuries in CS.