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Patient Care & Procedure Assistance Flashcards

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  1. A patient undergoing an upper endoscopy begins vomiting during the procedure. What is the endoscopy technician's immediate priority?

    Answer: Turn the patient to the left lateral decubitus position and suction the oropharynx

    Positioning the patient left lateral and suctioning the airway prevents aspiration, the most immediate risk during vomiting in endoscopy.

  2. Which informed consent principle requires that a patient understand what will happen during a colonoscopy before agreeing to the procedure?

    Answer: Disclosure

    Disclosure requires providing the patient with adequate information about the procedure, risks, benefits, and alternatives before consent is given.

  3. During a conscious sedation procedure, the patient's oxygen saturation drops to 88%. What should the technician do first?

    Answer: Apply supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula or face mask

    Applying supplemental oxygen is the first-line intervention for a desaturation event during procedural sedation.

  4. An endoscopy technician is assisting with a pediatric flexible sigmoidoscopy. Compared to adult procedures, which adjustment is most important?

    Answer: Using a pediatric scope and reducing insufflation pressure

    Pediatric patients require smaller-caliber scopes and lower insufflation pressures due to their smaller anatomy and greater risk of perforation.

  5. What is the purpose of placing a bite block during upper endoscopy?

    Answer: To prevent the patient from biting the endoscope and injuring the mouth

    A bite block protects the endoscope from being bitten and prevents oral injury to the patient during the procedure.

  6. A patient with a known latex allergy is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Which preparation step is most critical?

    Answer: Ensure all gloves, equipment, and supplies used are latex-free

    A latex-safe environment requires removing all latex-containing items from patient contact, including gloves, tubing, and accessories.

  7. During a colonoscopy, the patient reports severe left lower quadrant pain and the monitor shows a sudden rise in insufflation pressure. What complication should be suspected?

    Answer: Perforation

    Sudden severe abdominal pain with increased insufflation resistance during colonoscopy is a classic warning sign of bowel perforation.