Sunday, 2 April 2023

What is CSSD

 CSSD stands for "Central Sterile Services Department". It is a department in hospitals, clinics, and medical institutions that is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing medical instruments, surgical tools, and other medical equipment. The staff of the CSSD department is responsible for ensuring that these instruments and equipment are kept clean, sterile, and ready for use, thereby reducing the risk of infections during medical procedures. CSSD plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and hygiene standards of the medical facility.


Some CSSD MCQ


What is the purpose of CSSD?

a) To manage patient records

b) To sterilize medical instruments and equipment

c) To provide patient care services

d) To manage the hospital's finances

Answer: b) To sterilize medical instruments and equipment


Which of the following is NOT a method of sterilization used in CSSD?

a) Autoclaving

b) Ethylene oxide gas sterilization

c) Chemical disinfection

d) Ultraviolet radiation

Answer: c) Chemical disinfection


What is the recommended temperature and pressure for autoclaving in CSSD?

a) 100°C and 1 atmosphere pressure

b) 121°C and 15 pounds per square inch pressure

c) 75°C and 10 pounds per square inch pressure

d) 150°C and 20 pounds per square inch pressure

Answer: b) 121°C and 15 pounds per square inch pressure


Which of the following is an important consideration for CSSD in preventing healthcare-associated infections?

a) Proper hand hygiene practices

b) Using disposable medical instruments

c) Disinfecting surfaces in patient rooms

d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above


What is the role of a CSSD technician?

a) To perform medical procedures

b) To manage patient records

c) To clean and sterilize medical instruments and equipment

d) To manage the hospital's finances

Answer: c) To clean and sterilize medical instruments and equipment.


Which of the following is an important requirement for a CSSD facility?

a) Adequate ventilation

b) Carpeted flooring

c) Minimal lighting

d) Limited storage space

Answer: a) Adequate ventilation


What is the purpose of biological indicators used in CSSD?

a) To indicate the temperature and pressure of autoclaving

b) To measure the pH of the cleaning solution

c) To detect the presence of microorganisms after sterilization

d) To measure the concentration of disinfectant in the solution

Answer: c) To detect the presence of microorganisms after sterilization


Which of the following is an example of a semi-critical item that requires high-level disinfection in CSSD?

a) Bed linens

b) Blood pressure cuffs

c) Hospital gowns

d) Furniture

Answer: b) Blood pressure cuffs


What is the recommended method for cleaning and disinfecting flexible endoscopes in CSSD?

a) Manual cleaning and high-level disinfection

b) Manual cleaning and low-level disinfection

c) Automated cleaning and low-level disinfection

d) Automated cleaning and high-level disinfection

Answer: d) Automated cleaning and high-level disinfection


What is the role of quality control in CSSD?

a) To ensure that medical instruments and equipment are properly sterilized

b) To ensure that patient records are accurate and up-to-date

c) To manage the hospital's budget and finances

d) To provide patient care services

Answer: a) To ensure that medical instruments and equipment are properly sterilized.




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