CER Progress Test Three Flashcards
All endoscopes should be high-level disinfected or sterilized between each patient: True or False
True
Not drying an endoscope properly after HLD and rinsing can allow for recontamination of the endoscope: True or False
True
Adding more high-level disinfectant to the soak basin or AER to bring the solution up to the desired level also extends the length of time the solution can be used. True or False
Automated endoscope reprocessor device connectors are designed to be used with any flexible endoscope: True or False
When using an AER with an automated cleaning cycle, it is still necessary to thoroughly manually clean the endoscope before using the automated cycle. True or False
The high level disinfectant solution in an AER should be tested for the minimum effective concentration: True or False
Before each use
PPE should be changed before removing an endoscope from an AER or soak basin. True or False
True
Most multi-part flexible endoscopes and their accessories must be disassembled for sterilization. True or False
True
When the color of chemical indicator tape used to seal flat wrap changes, it indicates that the item is sterile. True of False
False
All flexible endoscopes should have a ventilation adaptor or water-resistant cap in place when undergoing ethylene oxide sterilization. True or False
False
Packaging material approved for hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilization include:
a. paper plastic pouches
b. muslin
c. Tyvek pouches
d. all the above
Tyvek pouches
Routine personal and area monitoring of the work area is required when using hydrogen peroxide plasma and ethylene oxide sterilization methods. True or False
False
Biological indicator monitoring is required for each cycle run in:
a. ethylene oxide
b. hydrogen peroxide gas plasma
c. vaporized hydrogen peroxide
d. all the above
Ethylene oxide
A device’s design can present a challenge to the sterilization process. True or False
True
When carrying flexible endoscopes, they should always be held at the:
a. distal end
b. proximal end
c. light cable connection area
d. control head
Control head
Cross contamination while handling contaminated endoscopes can be prevented by using:
a. directional workflow
b. personal protective equipment
c. proper signage
d. all the above
All the above
Flexible endoscope components that have been removed for cleaning should always be kept with the same endoscope because they will be easier to track. True or False
True
Filtered air is used to help reduce the risk for contamination during storage. True or False
True
High level disinfected flexible endoscopes should be reprocessed:
a. after 72 hours
b. after seven days
c. every Monday
d. at a time interval determined by the facility
At a time interval determined by the facility
Arthroscopes are used for surgeries on:
a. sinus cavities
b. ureters
c. pelvic organs
d. joints
Joints
Sterilized flexible endoscopes should be stored:
a. in the same manner as high level disinfected endoscopes
b. in closed cabinets
c. on solid wire shelving in the sterile storage area
d. in the same manner as other sterilized devices
In the same manner as high level disinfected endoscopes
The rod lenses of a rigid endoscope are made from:
a. fiber optics
b. reflective metal rods
c. glass
d. prisms
The rod lenses of a rigid endoscope are made from glass
When using a rigid endoscope, a dark image may be caused by damaged:
a. illumination fibers
b. coupler
c. camera
d. all the above
all the above
Using the wrong size light cable can cause damage to a rigid endoscope: True or False
True
After manual cleaning, rigid endoscopes should be placed in an automated washer-disinfector for thorough cleaning: True or False
False
During inspection of a rigid endoscope, it is important to check the:
a. internal optics
b. image
c. distal end under magnification
d. all the above
All the above
Rigid endoscopes that are approved for steam sterilization can also be IUSS. True or False
False
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called:
a. visioscopy
b. endoscopy
c. fiberoscopy
d. botoscopy
Endoscopy
Along with benefits to the patient, endoscopic procedures benefit the facility by:
a. reducing procedure time
b. freeing up operating rooms
c. reducing operating costs
d. eliminating the need for surgery
reducing procedure time
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope can contain the:
a. instrument channel
b. control head
c. scope body
d. light guide connector
Instrument channel