CER Chapter 8 Review Quiz

Question 1

Using poor technique or skipping leak testing can cause harm to the patient? True or False

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Damage to endoscope lumens increases the risk that debris may be left inside the endoscope after cleaning. True or False

Answer 2

True

Question 3

The use of a ________during the endoscope inspection process allows the technician to inspect the inner channels of the endoscope.
a. magnifying glass
b. borescope
c. microscope
d. all the above

Answer 3

borescope

Question 4

Using a venting cap during sterilization will cause the endoscope sheath to rupture. True or False

Answer 4

False

Question 5

When inspecting an endoscope light cord, broken light fibers can be detected by:
a. using a borescope
b. small nicks in the sheath
c. black spots on the end of the cord
d. scratches in the lumens

Answer 5

Black spots on the end (tip) of the cord

Question 6

Visual inspection of flexible endoscopes should occur:
a. before the procedure
b. during the procedure
c. after cleaning
d. all the above

Answer 6

All the above

Question 7

When preparing an endoscope for high-level disinfection it is important to put the valve cover back on the endoscope to ensure the disinfectant can get inside the lumens:
True or false

Answer 7

False

Question 8

Ethylene oxide sterilization of a flexible endoscope may result in a blown endoscope if:
a. the endoscope is not vented properly
b. the endoscope’s internal channels are moist when sterilized
c. the endoscope has a cracked lens
d. the distal tip is not protected

Answer 8

Not vented properly

Question 9

Early detection of endoscope damage can protect the patient and:
a. decrease the processing time
b. is required by the FDA
c. Reduce repair costs
d. all the above

Answer 9

Reduce repair costs