CMDRT - Certified Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Instrument Assembly and Packaging Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of inspecting instruments before assembly into sets?

Accepted Answer

To verify that instruments are clean, functional, and free of damage that could compromise sterilization or patient safety

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To count instruments for inventory purposes only

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To organize instruments by colour

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To determine which instruments need sharpening

Question 2

What types of packaging materials are acceptable for steam sterilization according to CSA standards?

Accepted Answer

Validated packaging materials such as sterilization wrap (SMS or crepe), peel pouches, rigid containers, and sterilization paper that allow steam penetration and maintain sterility

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Aluminum foil and plastic bags

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Any fabric material

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Ordinary brown paper bags

Question 3

What is the sequential wrapping technique and why is it recommended?

Accepted Answer

Using two layers of sterilization wrap applied in separate, sequential steps to provide a double barrier and facilitate aseptic presentation

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Wrapping instruments in a single layer of plastic

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Wrapping instruments in newspaper before sterilization

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Using one very thick layer of wrap instead of two thinner ones

Question 4

What information must be included on the label of a sterilized package?

Accepted Answer

Contents description, sterilizer number, cycle/load number, date of sterilization, and expiry date or event-related statement

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Only the date

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Only the technician's name

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No labelling is required

Question 5

What is the maximum recommended weight for a wrapped instrument tray to be sterilized?

Accepted Answer

25 pounds (11.4 kg) as recommended by CSA and AAMI standards to ensure adequate steam penetration

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No weight limit applies

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100 pounds (45 kg)

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50 pounds (22.7 kg)

Question 6

Why should instruments with ratchets be sterilized in the open (unlocked) position?

Accepted Answer

To allow steam to contact all surfaces including the concealed areas under the ratchet and within the box lock

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To prevent damage to the ratchet mechanism

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To make instruments easier to count

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Open instruments take up less space in the tray