CRCST Practice Exam Quiz Form
CRCST Practice Exam Quiz — Test your knowledge with 10 professional certification practice questions. Answer each question to the best of your ability. This form is designed to help you prepare for the CRCST certification exam.
Which of the following is the correct temperature range for steam sterilization in a gravity displacement sterilizer?
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121°C to 123°C
132°C to 135°C
100°C to 105°C
140°C to 145°C
What is the primary purpose of decontamination in the Central Service department?
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To sterilize instruments
To remove visible soil and reduce microbial contamination
To dry instruments
To package items for storage
Identify the correct sequence for donning personal protective equipment (PPE) in the decontamination area.
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Gown, gloves, mask, goggles
Gown, mask, goggles, gloves
Mask, gown, gloves, goggles
Gloves, gown, mask, goggles
Which chemical is most commonly used for high-level disinfection?
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Glutaraldehyde
Sodium hypochlorite
Phenolic
Alcohol
List two indicators that a wrapped instrument set has been properly sterilized.
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Which of the following is NOT a method of sterilization?
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Ethylene oxide
Dry heat
Ultraviolet light
Steam under pressure
What is the recommended minimum exposure time for a wrapped instrument set in a pre-vacuum steam sterilizer at 132°C (270°F)?
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10 minutes
4 minutes
20 minutes
30 minutes
Select all items that must be included in a sterilization load record.
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Date and time of cycle
Type of items processed
Operator's initials
Patient's diagnosis
Cycle parameters
Explain the importance of using a biological indicator in the sterilization process.
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Which of the following best describes the function of a Bowie-Dick test?
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Detects air leaks and inadequate air removal in pre-vacuum sterilizers
Measures water quality
Monitors chemical exposure
Tests for instrument sharpness
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