Wrapping Techniques

Question 1

What is the formula for density?

Answer 1

density= mass (weight)/volume (size)

Question 2

What are the 2 folding techniques?

Answer 2

1. Square
2. Envelope

Question 3

What are the 2 methods for wrapping?

Answer 3

1. Simultaneous wrapping
2. Sequential wrapping (twice)

Question 4

T or F

When sequential wrapping, the sequence must be the same

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What is the recommended fold for basin sets?

Answer 5

Square fold

Question 6

Excessive wrapping would _______ the ________ of the sterilant resulting in improper sterilzation

Answer 6

1. impede
2. penetration

Question 7

What would happen if the wrapper was too small?

Answer 7

The chances of microorganisms penetrating through the package increases

Question 8

What belongs on a tray label?

Answer 8

1. Description of instruments
2. List of items in package
3. Staff ID
4. Date of prep
5. Type of sterilant
6. Temp, amount of time it was sterilized for, and cool down time
7. The service the package is used for

Question 9

What is on a load control label?

Answer 9

1. Load number
2. Date of sterilization
3. Sterilizer number

Question 10

What is event related shelf life?

Answer 10

The items in the package are considered sterile until and event occurs that compromises the sterile barrier