CIS IAHCSMM Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the full name of IAHCSMM and its primary mission?

Accepted Answer

International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management — advancing sterile processing through education and certification

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International Association of Healthcare Service Management Members

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International Academy of Hospital Cleaning and Sterilization

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Institute of Advanced Healthcare Supply Management

Question 2

What certification does IAHCSMM offer specifically for instrument processing professionals?

Accepted Answer

CIS — Certified Instrument Specialist, focusing on advanced instrumentation knowledge

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CRCST only

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CHL — Certified Healthcare Leader

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CSPM — Certified Sterile Processing Manager

Question 3

What are the key AAMI standards referenced for sterile processing practices?

Accepted Answer

ST79 (steam sterilization), ST91 (flexible endoscopes), TIR34 (water quality), and ST58 (ETO sterilization)

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AAMI has no relevant standards

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Only ST79 exists

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Standards only apply to manufacturers

Question 4

What continuing education requirements must CIS holders maintain?

Accepted Answer

Continuing education credits within each recertification cycle in relevant subject areas

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None after certification

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One article per year

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Requirements eliminated in 2020

Question 5

How does the IAHCSMM code of ethics apply to instrument processing professionals?

Accepted Answer

It establishes patient safety as primary obligation with standards for honesty, competency, and professional respect

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No code of ethics exists

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Ethics only apply to doctors and nurses

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The code is optional

Question 6

What role does IAHCSMM play in setting professional standards?

Accepted Answer

Collaborates with AAMI, AORN, TJC, and other organizations to develop evidence-based standards

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No role in standards

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Only social networking

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Standards set exclusively by individual hospitals