CVA Facility Sanitation and Safety 3

Question 1

How often should autoclaved instrument packs be re-sterilized if unopened?

Accepted Answer

Based on event-related sterility (when packaging integrity is compromised)

Answer

Current standards recommend event-related sterility: items remain sterile until packaging is opened, damaged, or wet.

Question 2

Which class of fire extinguisher should be available near anesthesia machines?

Accepted Answer

Class B (flammable liquids and gases)

Answer

Flammable anesthetic agents are classified as flammable liquids/gases, requiring a Class B extinguisher.

Question 3

What is the required minimum contact time for most hospital-grade disinfectants?

Accepted Answer

10 minutes

Answer

Most hospital-grade disinfectants require a minimum 10-minute wet contact time for claimed bactericidal activity.

Question 4

Which pest control measure is most important for preventing rodent contamination in veterinary food storage?

Accepted Answer

Sealing all food in airtight containers elevated off the floor

Answer

Sealed, airtight containers elevated off the floor eliminate rodent access to food sources, the foundation of integrated pest management.

Question 5

What should you do first upon discovering a chemical spill on the treatment room floor?

Accepted Answer

Evacuate the room, consult the SDS, and don appropriate PPE before cleanup

Answer

The SDS must be consulted to identify hazards and required PPE before anyone attempts cleanup.

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