CRCST CRCST Distribution and Delivery

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a case cart system in central service distribution?

Accepted Answer

To deliver procedure-specific items to the OR before surgery

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To clean surgical instruments

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To sterilize wrapped packs

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To track employee schedules

Question 2

Which principle should guide the distribution of sterile supplies to ensure oldest stock is used first?

Accepted Answer

FIFO (First In, First Out)

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LIFO (Last In, First Out)

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Random rotation

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Weight-based rotation

Question 3

When transporting sterile items through the hospital, which type of cart should be used?

Accepted Answer

Closed, covered transport carts

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Open wire-shelf carts

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Wooden carts

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Metal mesh carts without covers

Question 4

A sterile package is found on the OR shelf with a broken seal. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Return it to CS for reprocessing

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Use it immediately before it gets worse

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Re-seal it with tape

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Leave it for the surgeon to decide

Question 5

What documentation is typically required when issuing sterile instruments to the operating room?

Accepted Answer

Lot numbers, expiration dates, and quantity issued

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Physician credentials

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Employee social security numbers

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Patient insurance information

Question 6

Which term describes the system where supplies are stored in a satellite location close to the point of use?

Accepted Answer

Decentralized distribution

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Centralized distribution

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Par-level management

Answer

Zone stocking