IAHCSMM ENDOSCOPIC QUIZ REVIEWQUESTIONS|
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called - -Endoscopy
An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an - -Arthroscope
The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called - -Insertion tube
When using a flexible endoscope, instruments are introduced into the body through the -
-Biopsy port
Along with benefits to the patient, endoscopic procedures benefit the facility by - -
Reducing procedure time
Is the following statement true or false? More healthcare-associated infections are linked
to contaminated endoscopes than any other device. - -True
A hysteroscope is an example of a/an - -Rigid endoscope
This endoscope is designed to examine upper airways - -Rhinolaryngoscope
This endoscope is used to remove gallstones - -Choledochoscope
Information for reprocessing specific endoscopes can be found - -In the endoscope
manufacturer's Instructions for Use
True or False? Operative (therapeutic) flexible endoscopes are used to identify possible
disease. - -False
,This endoscope is often used to treat kidney stones - -Ureteroscope
This organization uses applied scientific research to keep healthcare professionals abreast
of challenges and concerns regarding medical devices - -ECRI Institute
What is NOT a purpose of flexible endoscopes? - -Implant stents
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope can contain the - -Instrument channel
True or false; Failure to provide a functional endoscope can result in an inaccurate
diagnosis. - -True
The most complex type of endoscope is the - -Flexible endoscope
Diagnostic endoscopies - -Help identify a disease or disorder
The portion of the flexible endoscope that contains water/suction valves and angulation
knobs is the - -Control body
This endoscope has a movable elevator mechanism that has been linked to infection -
-Duodenoscope
The endoscope universal cord - -Connects the light connector to the control body
True or False? Flexible endoscopes can be used to remove polyps. - -True
Hysteroscopes are used to visualize the - -Uterus
This section of a flexible endoscope articulates to aid insertion into curved areas - -
Bending section
,This bacteria is beneficial to humans - -Symbiotic bacteria
Human biofilms: - -Can attach to endoscopes
True or false? Symbiotic bacteria are harmful to humans. - -False
Endoscopes can become contaminated from: - -Poor processing instructions from
the manufacturer, using contaminated water, and damage to the device
Bacteria are divided into groups based upon - -Gram stain color
Gram-negative bacteria stains - -Red
Bacteria spores are resistant to: - -Radiation, heat, and chemicals
True or false? Viruses are larger than bacteria. - -False
True or false? Enveloped viruses are easier to disable than non-enveloped viruses. - -
True
True or false? An opportunistic infection is one that is usually caused by non-pathogenic
bacteria. - -True
True or false? While bacteria can be pathogenic, fungus and parasites cannot be
pathogenic. - -False
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope does what? - -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. - -False
An enteroscope is used to examine the - -Small intestine
True or False? A bronchoscope can be used to examine the airway. - -True
A rhinolaryngoscope is used to examine the - -Nasal passage
True or False? Ureterscopes are used to view the tubes that connect the kidneys to the
bladder. - -True
Sepsis has been associated with: - -Bronchoscopy, duodenoscopy, and upper GI
endoscopy
Endospores are formed - -Inside the bacterial cell
True or false? Biofilm is a colony of one type of bacteria that joins together. - -False
True or false? Biofilm and fungus can form underneath artificial finger nails. - -True
True or false? When airflow is negative it means air flows into that area. - -True
True or false? Doors and pass-through windows between decontamination and disinfection
area should remain closed; however, they may remain open between disinfection and
sterilization area - -False
The relative humidity in all endoscope work areas should no exceed - -60 percent
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called - -Endoscopy
An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an - -Arthroscope
The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called - -Insertion tube
When using a flexible endoscope, instruments are introduced into the body through the -
-Biopsy port
Along with benefits to the patient, endoscopic procedures benefit the facility by - -
Reducing procedure time
Is the following statement true or false? More healthcare-associated infections are linked
to contaminated endoscopes than any other device. - -True
A hysteroscope is an example of a/an - -Rigid endoscope
This endoscope is designed to examine upper airways - -Rhinolaryngoscope
This endoscope is used to remove gallstones - -Choledochoscope
Information for reprocessing specific endoscopes can be found - -In the endoscope
manufacturer's Instructions for Use
True or False? Operative (therapeutic) flexible endoscopes are used to identify possible
disease. - -False
,This endoscope is often used to treat kidney stones - -Ureteroscope
This organization uses applied scientific research to keep healthcare professionals abreast
of challenges and concerns regarding medical devices - -ECRI Institute
What is NOT a purpose of flexible endoscopes? - -Implant stents
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope can contain the - -Instrument channel
True or false; Failure to provide a functional endoscope can result in an inaccurate
diagnosis. - -True
The most complex type of endoscope is the - -Flexible endoscope
Diagnostic endoscopies - -Help identify a disease or disorder
The portion of the flexible endoscope that contains water/suction valves and angulation
knobs is the - -Control body
This endoscope has a movable elevator mechanism that has been linked to infection -
-Duodenoscope
The endoscope universal cord - -Connects the light connector to the control body
True or False? Flexible endoscopes can be used to remove polyps. - -True
Hysteroscopes are used to visualize the - -Uterus
This section of a flexible endoscope articulates to aid insertion into curved areas - -
Bending section
,This bacteria is beneficial to humans - -Symbiotic bacteria
Human biofilms: - -Can attach to endoscopes
True or false? Symbiotic bacteria are harmful to humans. - -False
Endoscopes can become contaminated from: - -Poor processing instructions from
the manufacturer, using contaminated water, and damage to the device
Bacteria are divided into groups based upon - -Gram stain color
Gram-negative bacteria stains - -Red
Bacteria spores are resistant to: - -Radiation, heat, and chemicals
True or false? Viruses are larger than bacteria. - -False
True or false? Enveloped viruses are easier to disable than non-enveloped viruses. - -
True
True or false? An opportunistic infection is one that is usually caused by non-pathogenic
bacteria. - -True
True or false? While bacteria can be pathogenic, fungus and parasites cannot be
pathogenic. - -False
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope does what? - -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. - -False
An enteroscope is used to examine the - -Small intestine
True or False? A bronchoscope can be used to examine the airway. - -True
A rhinolaryngoscope is used to examine the - -Nasal passage
True or False? Ureterscopes are used to view the tubes that connect the kidneys to the
bladder. - -True
Sepsis has been associated with: - -Bronchoscopy, duodenoscopy, and upper GI
endoscopy
Endospores are formed - -Inside the bacterial cell
True or false? Biofilm is a colony of one type of bacteria that joins together. - -False
True or false? Biofilm and fungus can form underneath artificial finger nails. - -True
True or false? When airflow is negative it means air flows into that area. - -True
True or false? Doors and pass-through windows between decontamination and disinfection
area should remain closed; however, they may remain open between disinfection and
sterilization area - -False
The relative humidity in all endoscope work areas should no exceed - -60 percent
