IAHCSMM Inventory Management & Distribution 2

Question 1

What is the term for the total cost associated with placing and receiving an order in an inventory system?

Accepted Answer

Ordering cost

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Holding cost

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Carrying cost

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Opportunity cost

Question 2

In a sterile storage area, what is the recommended minimum distance that sterile packages should be stored from the floor?

Accepted Answer

8 inches

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4 inches

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12 inches

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18 inches

Question 3

Which type of inventory count involves counting all inventory items at one time, typically once or twice a year?

Accepted Answer

Physical inventory count

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Cycle counting

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Perpetual inventory count

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ABC analysis count

Question 4

What does 'ABC analysis' classify in inventory management?

Accepted Answer

Items by usage value to prioritize management attention

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Items by alphabetical order for filing

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Items by sterilization method (autoclave, gas, chemical)

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Items by physical size (A=large, B=medium, C=small)

Question 5

When a requisition system is used for supply distribution, what initiates the supply replenishment process?

Accepted Answer

A formal written or electronic request submitted by the using department

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A computer-generated automatic reorder

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An inventory count performed by CS staff

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A vendor notification of available product

Question 6

What is the primary advantage of using a computerized inventory management system in central service?

Accepted Answer

It provides real-time tracking of supply levels and usage patterns

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It eliminates the need for physical inventory counts

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It automatically sterilizes instruments when stock is low

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It reduces the number of CS technicians required

Question 7

Which of the following is a key responsibility of the CS department in the distribution process?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring the right items are delivered to the right location at the right time

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Billing patients directly for supplies used during procedures

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Negotiating vendor contracts for supply pricing

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Disposing of expired supplies in regular trash