IAHCSMM Inventory and Supply Management

Question 1

Which inventory management system issues supplies in the order they were received, ensuring oldest stock is used first?

Accepted Answer

First In, First Out (FIFO)

Answer

FIFO (First In, First Out) ensures the oldest stock is used before newer stock, which is critical for maintaining sterility and preventing expiration of supplies.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a par level system in Central Service?

Accepted Answer

To establish minimum and maximum inventory quantities that trigger reorder

Answer

Par levels define the minimum and maximum quantities of supplies to keep on hand, triggering reorders when stock falls to the minimum level.

Question 3

Which technology uses radio frequency signals embedded in tags to track surgical instruments and supply items throughout the facility?

Accepted Answer

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)

Answer

RFID technology uses radio frequency signals to automatically identify and track tagged items without requiring line-of-sight scanning, improving instrument tracking efficiency.

Question 4

When conducting a physical inventory count in Central Service, what is the MOST important reason to count items stored in separate locations?

Accepted Answer

To ensure accurate total stock levels and prevent over- or under-ordering

Answer

Counting all storage locations ensures an accurate total inventory, preventing both costly overstock and dangerous stockouts of critical supplies.

Question 5

A case cart system is primarily designed to:

Accepted Answer

Deliver sterile supplies and instruments to the OR for specific surgical procedures

Answer

Case carts are assembled with procedure-specific sterile instruments and supplies and delivered to the OR, ensuring the surgical team has everything needed for a particular case.

(IAHCSMM) International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Manage Practice Test

(IAHCSMM) International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Manage Practice Test

IAHCSMM Inventory and Supply Management