Troubleshooting Washer-Disinfector Performance

1. Why might debris still be present on instruments after a washer-disinfector cycle?

a. The sterilizer did not reach the correct temperature.

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b. The instruments were not manually cleaned before the washer-disinfector cycle.

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c. The washer-disinfector is designed to sterilize not clean.

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d. Staff should air-dry the Instruments before proper loading into the washer-disinfector.

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2. Why is proper instrument placement in the washer-disinfector important?

a. To allow for faster sterilization

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b. To prevent items from getting lost

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c. To ensure effective spray arm coverage

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d. To keep the washer-disinfector looking organized

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3. What could happen if the spray arms in the washer-disinfector are blocked or not rotating properly?

a. Instruments will dry faster.

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b. It will significantly reduce water and detergent flow.

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c. The washer-disinfector will use less water.

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d. Cleaning will be more efficient.

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4. What is a washer-disinfector performance issue rather than an external cause?

a. Improper instrument loading

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b. Incorrect cycle selection

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c. Inadequate detergent choice

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d. Malfunctioning detergent injection

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5. What is a common mistake when evaluating washer-disinfector performance?

a. Using cleaning indicators

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b. Focusing on cleaning outcomes

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c. Assuming one cycle fits all instruments

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d. Monitoring each rack and cycle

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6. What is one benefit of using validated cleaning indicators?

a. They eliminate the need for manual cleaning

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b. They simulate real-world soiling conditions

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c. They replace OEM maintenance tasks

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d. They reduce the need for staff training

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7. Which daily maintenance task is recommended by OEMs for washer-disinfectors?

a. Replacing cleaning indicators

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b. Cleaning the drain screen

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c. Running extra cycles

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d. Reprocessing unused instruments

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8. Why is monitoring each washer-disinfector rack important in washer-disinfector performance?

a. To ensure uniform cleaning outcomes across all instrument sets

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b. To check water pressure

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c. To speed up the thermal disinfection process

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d. To avoid using cleaning indicators

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9. What is one key benefit of integrating remote diagnostics with washer-disinfector monitoring?

a. It eliminates the need for OEM maintenance

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b. It reduces the need for documentation

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c. It replaces the need for cleaning indicators

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d. It allows facilities to identify performance issues in real time

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10. What should be considered when selecting a cleaning indicator for washer-disinfector performance testing?

a. Its sensitivity to detect failures like detergent omission

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b. Its ability to clean all instruments regardless of cycles

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c. Its compatibility with visual inspection only

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d. Its cost-effectiveness over performance

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