CER Handling, Transport, and Storage 2

Question 1

Which type of container is required when transporting a contaminated endoscope from the procedure room to the reprocessing area?

Accepted Answer

A closed, leak-proof container labeled as biohazard

Answer

Contaminated endoscopes must be transported in a closed, leak-proof container clearly labeled as a biohazard to prevent exposure and cross-contamination.

Question 2

After reprocessing is complete, how should a flexible endoscope be positioned for drying and storage?

Accepted Answer

Hung vertically in a ventilated cabinet

Answer

Flexible endoscopes should be hung vertically in a ventilated, dedicated storage cabinet to allow complete drying and prevent moisture accumulation.

Question 3

What is the primary reason endoscopes should NEVER be transported in the same container as soiled linens or other contaminated materials?

Accepted Answer

It violates OSHA bloodborne pathogen regulations

Answer

OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards prohibit co-mingling contaminated patient-care items with other materials to prevent cross-contamination and occupational exposure.

Question 4

A transport container used for contaminated endoscopes must be decontaminated:

Accepted Answer

After every use, before transporting another item

Answer

Transport containers must be decontaminated after every use to prevent the transfer of microorganisms to subsequently transported items.

Question 5

When transporting a reprocessed endoscope to a storage area, which action best prevents recontamination?

Accepted Answer

Using a dedicated clean transport container or cart separate from dirty transport

Answer

Reprocessed endoscopes must be transported on clean, dedicated equipment separated from dirty transport pathways to prevent recontamination.

CER - Certified Endoscope Reprocessor Practice Test

CER - Certified Endoscope Reprocessor Practice Test

CER Handling, Transport, and Storage 2