CER Endoscope Reprocessing Fundamentals 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Non-critical, semi-critical, critical

Answer

Semi-critical, non-critical, critical

Answer

Critical, semi-critical, non-critical

Answer

Non-critical, critical, semi-critical

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Biopsy/suction channel

Answer

Air/water channel

Answer

Auxiliary water channel

Answer

Elevator wire channel

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of leak testing an endoscope?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

To verify the endoscope's optical clarity

Answer

To confirm the endoscope is free of microbial contamination

Answer

To measure the flow rate of air through the channels

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

SGNA and AORN

Answer

CDC

Answer

The Joint Commission

Answer

OSHA

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

A protective coating applied to endoscope channels after disinfection

Answer

The thin film of lubricant applied before storage

Answer

A film of detergent residue left after inadequate rinsing

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

As soon as possible before secretions dry

Answer

Within 30 minutes

Answer

Within 1 hour

Answer

Immediately before transporting to the reprocessing area

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Until the brush emerges visibly clean

Answer

Twice

Answer

Three times

Answer

Five times