CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocessing) REVIEW QUESTIONS LATEST UPDATE

Certified Endoscope Reprocessing CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocessing) REVIEW QUESTIONS LATEST UPDATE Leak Testing should be performed: - CORRECT ANSWER -After point-of-use cleaning -Before manual cleaning -After every procedure Early detection of endoscope damage can protect the patient and: - CORRECT ANSWER Reduce repair costs Inadequate work space in the endoscope work area can be a cause of: - CORRECT ANSWER Endoscope damage When should the high-level disinfectant solution in an automated equipment reprocessor (AER) be tested for the minimum effective concentration (MEC): - CORRECT ANSWER Before each use All flexible endoscopes should have a ventilation adaptor or water-resistant cap in place when undergoing ethylene oxide sterilization. T/F - CORRECT ANSWER False Biological indicator monitoring is required for each cycle run in: - CORRECT ANSWER Ethylene Oxide When using a rigid endoscope, a dark image may be caused by damaged: - CORRECT ANSWER -Illumination fibers -Coupler -Camera This endoscope is often used to treat kidney stones - CORRECT ANSWER Ureteroscope CER REVIEW QUESTIONS LATEST UPDATE 2 | P a g e Biofilm and fungus can form underneath fingernails. T/F - CORRECT ANSWER True Endoscopes that have been high-level disinfected should be stored on open wire shelving. T/F - CORRECT ANSWER False. A dedicated cabinet should be used to store flexible endoscopes . Low humidity in the work area can: - CORRECT ANSWER Cause absorbent materials to become excessively dry. The process of rendering a clinically-used devise safe and ready for reuse is the definition of: - CORRECT ANSWER Reprocessing When performing a leak test, the water-resistant cap should be removed: T/F - CORRECT ANSWER False. Always ensure that the cap is fully "on" and "locked" The four primary stains used for bacterial identification: - CORRECT ANSWER Gram (+- ), Acid Fast, Endospore Stain, Capsule Stain Decontamination Area controls: - CORRECT ANSWER -Temp: 60-65F -Humidity: 20-60% -Airflow: 10 negative air flows Preparation / Disinfection Area controls: - CORRECT ANSWER -Temp: 60-73F -Humidity: 20-60% -Airflow: 10 positive air flows Storage Area controls: - CORRECT ANSWER -Temp: 60-75F