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Endoscope Reprocessing and Flexible Scope Care Flashcards

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  1. Which organization's guidelines are most widely referenced for endoscope reprocessing in the United States?

    Answer: CDC and SGNA/AORN

    The CDC, Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA), and AORN all publish widely referenced guidelines for endoscope reprocessing.

  2. What does the term 'biofilm' mean in the context of endoscope reprocessing?

    Answer: A community of microorganisms encased in a protective matrix on surfaces

    Biofilm is a structured community of microorganisms adhered to surfaces within a self-produced matrix, making them highly resistant to disinfection.

  3. What is the correct order of steps in manual endoscope reprocessing?

    Answer: Pre-clean → Leak test → Manual clean → HLD → Rinse → Dry → Store

    The correct sequence is pre-cleaning at point of use, leak testing, manual cleaning, high-level disinfection, rinsing, drying, and then storage.

  4. What is the significance of Minimum Effective Concentration (MEC) when using liquid chemical sterilants/HLDs?

    Answer: It is the lowest concentration at which the disinfectant remains effective

    MEC is the lowest concentration at which a liquid chemical high-level disinfectant is still effective; solutions must be tested before each use with chemical test strips.

  5. Which type of endoscope channel brush is required during manual cleaning?

    Answer: A single-use or properly reprocessed brush sized to fit the channel diameter

    Single-use or properly reprocessed brushes that are correctly sized for each channel diameter are required to mechanically remove debris effectively.

  6. How long can a reprocessed flexible endoscope be stored before it must be reprocessed again if unused?

    Answer: Storage time depends on facility policy, environmental conditions, and published guidelines

    Hang time (safe storage duration) for reprocessed endoscopes varies by facility policy and is informed by published guidelines, typically ranging from 5 to 14 days in optimal conditions.