IAHCSMM Endoscopic Quiz Review: Q/A

IAHCSMM Endoscopic Quiz Review: Q/A
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called Correct
Ans - Endoscopy

An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an Correct Ans - Arthroscope

The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called
Correct Ans - Insertion tube

When using a flexible endoscope, instruments are introduced into the body
through the Correct Ans - Biopsy port

Along with benefits to the patient, endoscopic procedures benefit the facility
by Correct Ans - Reducing procedure time

Is the following statement true or false? More healthcare-associated infections
are linked to contaminated endoscopes than any other device. Correct Ans
- True

A hysteroscope is an example of a/an Correct Ans - Rigid endoscope

The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope can contain the Correct Ans -
Instrument channel

True or false; Failure to provide a functional endoscope can result in an
inaccurate diagnosis. Correct Ans - True

The most complex type of endoscope is the Correct Ans - Flexible
endoscope

Diagnostic endoscopies Correct Ans - Help identify a disease or
disorder

The portion of the flexible endoscope that contains water/suction valves and
angulation knobs is the Correct Ans - Control body

,This endoscope has a movable elevator mechanism that has been linked to
infection Correct Ans - Duodenoscope

This endoscope is designed to examine upper airways Correct Ans -
Rhinolaryngoscope

This endoscope is used to remove gallstones Correct Ans -
Choledochoscope

Information for reprocessing specific endoscopes can be found Correct
Ans - In the endoscope manufacturer's Instructions for Use

True or False? Operative (therapeutic) flexible endoscopes are used to
identify possible disease. Correct Ans - False

This endoscope is often used to treat kidney stones Correct Ans -
Ureteroscope

This organization uses applied scientific research to keep healthcare
professionals abreast of challenges and concerns regarding medical devices
Correct Ans - ECRI Institute

What is NOT a purpose of flexible endoscopes? Correct Ans - Implant
stents

The endoscope universal cord Correct Ans - Connects the light
connector to the control body

True or False? Flexible endoscopes can be used to remove polyps. Correct
Ans - True

The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope does what? Correct Ans -
Protects the inner components of the endoscope, houses the air, water and
instrument channels, and is the part of the endoscope that is inserted into the
patient

True or False? Gastroscopes can be used to perform upper gastrointestinal
procedures including a duodenoscopy. Correct Ans - False

, An enteroscope is used to examine the Correct Ans - Small intestine

True or False? A bronchoscope can be used to examine the airway. Correct
Ans - True

A rhinolaryngoscope is used to examine the Correct Ans - Nasal
passage

True or False? Ureterscopes are used to view the tubes that connect the
kidneys to the bladder. Correct Ans - True

Hysteroscopes are used to visualize the Correct Ans - Uterus

This section of a flexible endoscope articulates to aid insertion into curved
areas Correct Ans - Bending section

This bacteria is beneficial to humans Correct Ans - Symbiotic bacteria

Human biofilms: Correct Ans - Can attach to endoscopes

True or false? Symbiotic bacteria are harmful to humans. Correct Ans -
False

Endoscopes can become contaminated from: Correct Ans - Poor
processing instructions from the manufacturer, using contaminated water,
and damage to the device

Bacteria are divided into groups based upon Correct Ans - Gram stain
color

Gram-negative bacteria stains Correct Ans - Red

Bacteria spores are resistant to: Correct Ans - Radiation, heat, and
chemicals

True or false? Viruses are larger than bacteria. Correct Ans - False

True or false? Enveloped viruses are easier to disable than non-enveloped
viruses. Correct Ans - True