#1
What is the primary goal of healthcare facility sterilization?
To reduce costs
To eliminate all microorganisms
To improve patient satisfaction
To increase hospital staff efficiency
#2
Which of the following is NOT a method of sterilization used in healthcare facilities?
Autoclaving
Chemical disinfection
Filtration
Surface wiping
#3
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for healthcare facility sterilization?
Frequent handwashing
Proper waste segregation
Reuse of single-use medical devices
Regular equipment maintenance
#4
Which of the following is a recommended practice to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)?
Reducing handwashing frequency
Using sterile equipment
Sharing personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ignoring isolation precautions
#5
Which of the following is a common source of healthcare-associated infections?
Proper hand hygiene
Sterile instruments
Contaminated medical devices
Regular room ventilation
#6
What does PPE stand for in the context of healthcare safety?
Patient Performance Evaluation
Personal Protective Equipment
Public Protection Enforcement
Pathogen Prevention Equipment
#7
Which of the following organizations provides guidelines for healthcare facility sterilization?
WHO - World Health Organization
UNICEF - United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund
NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
FDA - Food and Drug Administration
#8
Which of the following is a common sterilization indicator used in autoclaving?
Heat-sensitive tape
pH paper
UV light
Ethylene oxide strips
#9
What is the minimum recommended temperature for autoclave sterilization?
100°C (212°F)
121°C (250°F)
150°C (302°F)
200°C (392°F)
#10
What is the purpose of HEPA filters in healthcare facility sterilization?
To remove odors
To reduce humidity
To eliminate airborne particles
To increase room temperature
#11
What is the purpose of biological indicators in sterilization validation?
To monitor temperature and pressure
To ensure sterility has been achieved
To track the usage of sterilization equipment
To measure chemical concentration
#12
Which of the following is an example of a high-level disinfectant?
Isopropyl alcohol
Quaternary ammonium compounds
Bleach (sodium hypochlorite)
Glutaraldehyde
#13
What is the purpose of the Spaulding classification system?
To classify patients based on their medical conditions
To categorize medical devices based on their risk of infection
To standardize hospital room layouts
To assess healthcare facility cleanliness
#14
Which of the following microorganisms is the most resistant to sterilization processes?
Bacteria
Fungi
Protozoa
Prions
#15
Which of the following is NOT a critical item in healthcare facility sterilization?
Surgical instruments
IV catheters
Patient linens
Implants