CIS Domain 3: Preparation and packaging Welcome to your CIS Domain 3: Preparation and packaging 1. CIS: Preparation and packaging When preparing surgical instruments for autoclave sterilization, which of the following factors is MOST crucial in preventing steam sterilization failures? A. Placement of a chemical indicator inside each pack. B. Use of distilled water in the autoclave reservoir. C. Ensuring that all instrument sets are under 25 pounds. D. The arrangement of instruments in the sterilizer tray. None 2. CIS: Preparation and packaging In the context of packaging materials for sterilization, which characteristic is MOST important for ensuring the effectiveness of the sterilization process? A. The ability of the packaging material to withstand high temperatures. B. The permeability of the packaging material to sterilizing agents. C. The color-changing indicator on the packaging material. D. The durability of the packaging material against physical punctures. None 3. CIS: Preparation and packaging When selecting a container system for sterilization, which of the following is the MOST critical factor to consider for maintaining sterility during storage? A. The container's ability to indicate exposure to sterilization. B. The ease of opening and closing the container. C. The material composition of the container. D. The integrity of the container's seal over time. None 4. CIS: Preparation and packaging Regarding the use of internal chemical indicators within sterilization packs, which of the following BEST ensures accurate sterilization monitoring? A. Placing the indicator near the top of the pack. B. Using indicators with multiple parameters. C. Positioning the indicator in the center of the pack. D. Selecting indicators based on color change speed. None 5. CIS: Preparation and packaging In double wrapping for sterilization, which of the following sequences is MOST critical for ensuring the integrity of the sterilization process? A. Wrapping with a heavier material followed by a lighter one. B. Sequential wrapping using identical materials for both layers. C. Placing the second wrap perpendicular to the first. D. Using a sequential numbering system on each wrap. None 6. CIS: Preparation and packaging When considering the removal of bioburden from surgical instruments, which of the following steps is MOST essential prior to packaging for sterilization? A. Manual scrubbing with enzymatic cleaner. B. Ultrasonic cleaning. C. Application of a rust inhibitor. D. Visual inspection under magnification. None 7. CIS: Preparation and packaging For instruments with lumens, which of the following sterilization preparation steps is MOST crucial to ensure sterility? A. Using a syringe to flush lumens with sterile water. B. Pre-soaking instruments in enzymatic detergent. C. Drying lumens with compressed air after cleaning. D. Inserting a sterilant penetration aid into the lumen. None 8. CIS: Preparation and packaging When preparing a mixed load of textiles and instruments for steam sterilization, which of the following practices is MOST critical for ensuring effective sterilization? A. Wrapping instruments and textiles separately. B. Placing textiles at the bottom of the load. C. Preheating the sterilizer chamber. D. Using a dynamic air removal cycle. None 9. CIS: Preparation and packaging In the context of ensuring effective sterilization, which of the following is the MOST important consideration when using rigid sterilization containers? A. The weight of the container. B. The compatibility of the container with the sterilizer. C. The color of the container. D. The brand of the container. None 10. CIS: Preparation and packaging When packaging instruments for low-temperature gas plasma sterilization, which of the following is MOST important to avoid? A. Using standard steam sterilization wraps. B. Placing a desiccant inside the package. C. Ensuring instruments are dry before packaging. D. Using packaging material approved for low-temperature gas plasma sterilization. None 1 out of 10 Time is Up! Time's up
