CER Final Exam Prep All Chapters Complete
Endoscopy
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called:
Arthroscope
An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an:
Insertion tube
The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called:
bronchoscope
examines air pass...
CER Final Exam Prep All Chapters Complete
Endoscopy
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called:
Arthroscope
An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an:
Insertion tube
The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called:
bronchoscope
examines air passages in the lungs
colonscopes
examine the colon
gastroscopes
examine the small intestine,stomach and esophagus
control body
contains hand controls,: angulation control knobs, elevator/lifter, air/water, suction
control valves, remote video switches, biopsy port and focus mechanism.
bending section
articulates to aid insertion into curved areas.
deflection
ability of the tip of a flexible endoscope to bend using control knobs to increase the area
that can be accessed by a physician.
microorganisms
are organisms that can only be seen with the aid of a standard or electron microscope.
bacteria
is a single celled microorganisms that multiply by splitting.
symbiotic
are good bacteria that help in some way.
pathogens
are capable of causing disease.
fungi
a diverse group of microorganisms and plants that include microscopic fungi and
yeasts. This can include mold, mushrooms, mildews and smuts.
virulence
the ability of a microorganism to overcome a persons immune defenses and cause
disease.
gram stain
uses the bacterium's outer surfaces to determine which color the bacteria will stain.
endospore stain
Endospores look like bubbles when gram stained. Because of their tough protein coats
made of keratin, spores are highly resistant to normal staining procedures.
capsule stain
Some bacteria have slimy capsules that give bacteria added protection from a defensive
attack of immune cells.
endospore
, are tough dormant structure that some bacteria are able to form when cells find
themselves in extreme peril conditions and are dying.
anaerobes
Bacteria that do not need oxygen
germinate
refers to the spore process moving from the dormant, highly-protected spore state to an
active bacteria in a favorable environment. It is also referred as moving from the spore
form back to a vegetative (non-spore) form as we
capsules
are associated with bacterial virulence (the ability for a microorganism to overcome a
person's immune system and cause disease).
diploid
bacteria that are cocci shaped appearing in pairs.
tetrad
bacteria that are cocci appearing in groups of four.
cocci
spiral or ball-shaped bacteria
bacilli
rod shaped bacteria
DNA
carries genetic information of the organism.
capsid
is the protective protein structure housing the DNA and RNA.
Enveloped virus
are a delicate membrane around the capsid that is studded with proteins.
Non-enveloped virus
are viruses without an envelope around the cuspid referred to as naked viruses.
decontamination room parameters
temp: 60°F- 65°F, humidity: 20-60%, air exchanges: 10, air pressure: Negative
safety data sheet
for the chemical steriliant or high-level disinfectant should be consulted for safety
requirements.
eye wash stations
should be located within a 10 second walk of the work area to enable workers to reach
them quickly in an event of a chemical splash.
sterile storage room parameters
temp: 60°F-75°F, humidity: Above 20%, air exchanges: 4, air pressure: Positive
Preparation/Disinfection room parameters
temp: 68°F-73°F, humidity: 20-60%, air exchanges: 10, air pressure: Positive
aersols
a suspension of ultra-microscopic solid or liquid particles in air or gas; a spray
reprocessing
is the process of rendering a clinically used device safe and ready for reuse.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
is required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
gloves
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