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Regulations and Standards Compliance Flashcards

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  1. What standard addresses safe ethylene oxide sterilization in healthcare?

    Answer: AAMI ST41

    AAMI ST41 covers ETO sterilization safety and effectiveness in healthcare facilities.

  2. What is AORN's role in sterile processing standards?

    Answer: AORN publishes perioperative practice guidelines relevant to instrument handling and sterilization

    AORN publishes evidence-based guidelines that complement AAMI standards and impact SPD practices.

  3. What are OSHA permissible exposure limits for glutaraldehyde?

    Answer: 0.05 ppm ceiling limit

    OSHA has a ceiling limit of 0.05 ppm, meaning this concentration should never be exceeded.

  4. What documentation must be maintained for biological indicator testing?

    Answer: Complete records of every BI test including date, sterilizer ID, cycle number, BI lot, result, and operator

    Complete documentation of every BI test is required for traceability and compliance.

  5. What is a 'recall' in sterile processing?

    Answer: Retrieving and quarantining items from a load when monitoring indicates sterilization failure

    A recall involves retrieving all items from a suspect sterilization load when monitoring indicates potential failure.

  6. What certification does HSPA offer for sterile processing technicians?

    Answer: CRCST certification requiring education, passing exam, and continuing education

    HSPA administers CRCST certification requiring education, examination, and continuing education.