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Endoscope Reprocessing Fundamentals Flashcards

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  1. What is the correct order of the Spaulding Classification levels from lowest to highest risk?

    Answer: Non-critical, semi-critical, critical

    The Spaulding Classification ranks items from lowest to highest risk as non-critical, semi-critical, and critical based on the level of patient contact.

  2. Which type of endoscope channel requires the most rigorous flushing during manual cleaning?

    Answer: Biopsy/suction channel

    The biopsy/suction channel accumulates the most organic material and bioburden, requiring the most thorough flushing during manual cleaning.

  3. What is the primary purpose of leak testing an endoscope?

    Answer: To detect damage to the endoscope's outer sheath before immersion

    Leak testing detects breaches in the endoscope's outer sheath or internal components before immersion in liquid, preventing fluid ingress that can cause irreparable damage.

  4. Which organization's guidelines are considered the primary reference standard for flexible endoscope reprocessing in the US?

    Answer: SGNA and AORN

    SGNA (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates) and AORN (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses) publish the primary evidence-based guidelines for endoscope reprocessing in the US.

  5. What does the term 'biofilm' refer to in the context of endoscope reprocessing?

    Answer: A community of microorganisms embedded in a protective matrix that adheres to surfaces

    Biofilm is a community of microorganisms encased in a self-produced polysaccharide matrix that adheres to surfaces and is highly resistant to disinfectants.

  6. How long after a procedure must point-of-care pre-cleaning (bedside cleaning) ideally begin?

    Answer: As soon as possible before secretions dry

    Pre-cleaning should begin as soon as possible after scope withdrawal to prevent organic material from drying and adhering to channels, which makes subsequent cleaning much more difficult.

  7. What is the minimum number of times a brush must be passed through each channel during manual cleaning?

    Answer: Until the brush emerges visibly clean

    Brushing must continue until the brush emerges clean and free of visible debris, regardless of the number of passes required.