HSPA Endoscope Reprocessing

Question 1

What is the first step that should be performed at the point of use after an endoscope procedure?

Accepted Answer

Wipe the insertion tube and flush all channels with manufacturer-recommended solution

Answer

Soak the endoscope in enzymatic detergent

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Place the endoscope directly into an automated endoscope reprocessor

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Sterilize the endoscope using ethylene oxide

Question 2

Which type of endoscope poses the greatest reprocessing challenge due to its complex internal channel design?

Accepted Answer

Duodenoscope

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Colonoscope

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Gastroscope

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Bronchoscope

Question 3

What is the minimum recommended contact time for high-level disinfection of a flexible endoscope using 2% glutaraldehyde at 25 degrees Celsius?

Accepted Answer

20 minutes

Answer

5 minutes

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10 minutes

Answer

45 minutes

Question 4

What is the purpose of a leak test performed on a flexible endoscope?

Accepted Answer

To detect damage to the outer sheath or internal channels that could allow fluid ingress

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To verify the disinfectant concentration is adequate

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To confirm the scope channels are not blocked

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To measure the air flow rate through the suction channel

Question 5

Which organization publishes the multisociety guideline for endoscope reprocessing?

Accepted Answer

SGNA, ASGE, and other GI societies jointly

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CDC only

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OSHA exclusively

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The Joint Commission alone

Question 6

What should be used to manually clean the channels of a flexible endoscope?

Accepted Answer

Channel-specific brushes sized to manufacturer specifications

Answer

A lint-free cloth only

Answer

Standard pipe cleaners from a hardware store

Answer

Compressed air without any brushing