Endoscopy and Fluoroscopy Flashcards
Technique of examining internal body structures using specialized optical instruments
Noninvasive/minimally invasive
Endoscopy
2 minimally invasive endoscopic procedures
Arthroscopy and Laparoscopy
3 main parts of an endoscope
- Control handpiece
- Insertion tubing
- Light-guide cable
Part of the endoscope that carries light by fiberoptic bundles from and external light source
Light-guide cable
Part of the endoscope that includes the viewing lens, angulation controls, biopsy ports, water/suction controls, camera and eye piece
Control handpiece
Part of the endoscope that has fiberoptic bundles, light, and channels for air insufflation and water flushing
Insertion tube
The distal end of the should never be
moved manually
Endoscope that is similar to fiberoptic in construction except they do not have an eye piece and displays images on a screen
Video endoscope
What type of endoscope is used in tissues close to the body surface and can be viewed with a straight line of sight?
Used on ears, nose, urinary bladder, joints, and thoracic viscera
Rigid endoscope
When handling an endoscope what hand holds the controls?
Left
When handling an endoscope what hand advances the tube?
Right
You should never bend the tubing at an __________ angle
acute
How many times should you flush the internal channels of an endoscope?
8-10x
What can be used as a final rinse for endoscopes?
Distilled water
To dry an endoscope tubing, you should
hang it