CMDRT CMDRT - Certified Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Point-of-Use Treatment and Transport Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of point-of-use treatment of surgical instruments immediately after a procedure?

Accepted Answer

To prevent biofilm and soil from drying on instruments, making subsequent cleaning easier and more effective

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To sterilize instruments before transport

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To disinfect instruments to a high level before returning to SPD

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To remove all microorganisms from instrument surfaces

Question 2

Which of the following is an appropriate point-of-use action at the end of a surgical procedure?

Accepted Answer

Wiping gross soil from instruments and placing them in a transport container with a moist towel or enzymatic foam/spray

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Spraying instruments with sterile water and placing in a sealed sterile container

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Submerging instruments in high-level disinfectant solution

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Placing dry instruments directly into closed bins without any treatment

Question 3

Why should instruments NOT be soaked in saline solution at the point of use?

Accepted Answer

Saline is corrosive to stainless steel instruments and can cause pitting and rust

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Saline is too expensive for routine use

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Saline inactivates enzymatic cleaners

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Saline is classified as a high-level disinfectant

Question 4

What type of container should be used to transport contaminated instruments from the OR to the sterile processing department?

Accepted Answer

Closed, rigid, leak-resistant containers or puncture-resistant totes to contain contaminants

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Open wire mesh baskets to allow air circulation

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Standard cardboard boxes lined with plastic bags

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Uncovered instrument trays covered with a cloth drape

Question 5

Which OSHA standard governs the safe handling and transport of contaminated instruments due to bloodborne pathogen exposure risk?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.1030 (Bloodborne Pathogens Standard)

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29 CFR 1910.134 (Respiratory Protection)

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29 CFR 1910.147 (Lockout/Tagout)

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29 CFR 1926.502 (Fall Protection)

Question 6

What PPE is required when handling contaminated instruments at the point of use or during transport?

Accepted Answer

Appropriate gloves, protective eyewear/face shield, gown, and mask as required by task and exposure risk

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Only a face shield

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Gloves alone are sufficient for all tasks

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A surgical cap and shoe covers only