MDRAO Identification 2

Question 1

Which characteristic is used to differentiate a critical medical device from a semi-critical one during identification?

Accepted Answer

Contact with sterile body cavities or vascular system

Answer

Critical devices contact sterile tissue or the vascular system and require sterilization, distinguishing them from semi-critical items.

Question 2

When identifying a flexible endoscope, which feature most directly determines its reprocessing classification?

Accepted Answer

The body cavities and tissue types it contacts during use

Answer

The Spaulding classification of an endoscope is based on which body sites and tissue types it contacts, not physical dimensions or cosmetic features.

Question 3

A technician finds a tray with mixed instruments and no accompanying paperwork. What is the correct first step?

Accepted Answer

Quarantine the tray and contact the originating department for identification

Answer

Unidentified items must be quarantined and traced back to their source before any reprocessing decision is made.

Question 4

Which label element is MOST critical when identifying a sterilized package at the point of use?

Accepted Answer

Sterilization lot number and expiry date

Answer

The sterilization lot number and expiry date allow traceability and confirm whether the package remains within its sterile shelf life.

Question 5

How should a CS technician identify an implantable device that arrives without its original packaging?

Accepted Answer

Use the device's physical markings and cross-reference manufacturer records

Answer

Implantables must be positively identified using engraved markings, serial numbers, or manufacturer records before any reprocessing step.

MDRAO - Medical Device Reprocessing Association of Ontario Practice Test