Inventory Management & Distribution Flashcards
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What is 'consignment inventory' in healthcare supply management?
Answer: Vendor-owned stock stored at the hospital that is paid for only when used
Consignment inventory means the vendor retains ownership of the products stored on-site at the hospital; the facility only pays for items when they are actually used.
What is the purpose of a 'pick list' in case cart assembly?
Answer: A document listing all supplies and instruments required for a specific surgical procedure
A pick list itemizes every supply and instrument needed for a particular surgical case, guiding CS technicians to select exactly the right items when assembling the case cart.
Which environmental condition is most critical to monitor in a sterile storage area to maintain package integrity?
Answer: Temperature and relative humidity
Excessive temperature and humidity can compromise packaging materials, adhesive seals, and sterile barriers, so maintaining controlled conditions is essential for sterility assurance.
What does 'stockout' mean in inventory management?
Answer: A condition where a needed item is unavailable because inventory has been depleted
A stockout occurs when demand exceeds available supply and an item is completely out of stock, potentially delaying patient care if the item is critical.
In healthcare supply chain management, what is a 'vendor-managed inventory (VMI)' arrangement?
Answer: The vendor monitors and replenishes the hospital's inventory based on agreed-upon par levels
In VMI, the supplier takes responsibility for monitoring inventory levels at the hospital and automatically replenishing stock, reducing the burden on hospital staff.
What is the recommended maximum distance sterile packages should be stored from the ceiling (or sprinkler heads) in a sterile storage area?
Answer: 18 inches
Items should be stored at least 18 inches below sprinkler heads to ensure the sprinkler system can function properly in the event of a fire, per NFPA and accreditation standards.
Which of the following best describes 'cycle counting' as an inventory management technique?
Answer: Counting a subset of inventory items on a rotating schedule throughout the year
Cycle counting divides inventory into segments that are counted on a rotating basis (e.g., daily or weekly), so all items are counted at least once per year without shutting down operations.