Author Question: Which of the following statements are true given that, on one side of a medical gas cylinder, the ... (Read 11 times)

Zoey63294 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Which of the following statements are true given that, on one side of a medical gas cylinder, the only markings to appear are 3 (tw) 84 + .

1. The cylinder passed the hydrostatic test.
2. The cylinder must be retested after 5 years.
3. The cylinder must be retested after 10 years.
4. The cylinder was manufactured in March 1984.
5. Hydrostatic testing was performed in March 1984.
a. 2, 3, and 4 c. 1, 4, and 5
b. 2, 3, and 5 d. 1, 2, and 4

Question 2

Which of the following large-cylinder safety recommendations is not appropriate?

a. Protective caps are not necessary during storage.
b. Cylinders should be transported with pro-tective caps.
c. Cylinder carts used in the operating room must be grounded.
d. Transportation must occur on an appropri-ate cart, onto which the cylinder is secured by a chain.

C.mcnichol98 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Large cylinders have a protective cap that fits over the valve stem. This cap should be kept on cylinders when moving or storing them.