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
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