FREE HSPA Workplace Safety and Risk Management in SPD Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the minimum required PPE for personnel working in the decontamination area?

Accepted Answer

Fluid-resistant gown, gloves, face shield or mask/goggles combination, and shoe covers.

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A fluid-resistant gown and sterile gloves.

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A surgical mask and safety glasses.

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A lab coat and non-sterile gloves.

Question 2

Where would a sterile processing technician find detailed information about the hazards, handling, and emergency procedures for a specific chemical detergent?

Accepted Answer

On the chemical's Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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On the instrument manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU).

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In the hospital's employee handbook.

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On the wall chart posted in the break room.

Question 3

To prevent ergonomic injuries when lifting heavy instrument trays, a technician should:

Accepted Answer

Bend at the knees and lift with their leg muscles, keeping the back straight.

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Bend at the waist and use their back muscles for power.

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Hold the tray as far away from their body as possible.

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Twist their body quickly to place the tray on a shelf.

Question 4

In the event of a fire in the SPD, what does the acronym "RACE" stand for?

Accepted Answer

Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish/Evacuate

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Run, Activate, Call, Evacuate

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Remain, Assess, Call, Exit

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Report, Alert, Clear, Escape

Question 5

What is the correct procedure for handling a contaminated scalpel blade found on an instrument tray in decontamination?

Accepted Answer

Use forceps or another tool to remove the blade and dispose of it in a puncture-resistant sharps container.

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Carefully remove it with your gloved fingers and drop it in the sharps container.

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Leave it on the tray to go through the washer-disinfector.

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Recap the blade before disposing of it.

Question 6

Which of the following is a critical safety requirement for the area around an Ethylene Oxide (EtO) sterilizer?

Accepted Answer

It must have dedicated ventilation systems and air monitoring for EtO levels.

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The area must be kept at a higher temperature to speed up aeration.

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The sterilizer must be located in the same room as the sterile storage.

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Personnel are not required to wear any specific PPE in the area.

Question 7

The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard requires healthcare facilities to:

Accepted Answer

Offer the Hepatitis B vaccine to at-risk employees at no cost.

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Provide annual training only to nurses and doctors.

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Ensure all employees wear sterile gloves at all times.

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Test all employees for bloodborne diseases monthly.