IAHCSMM Endoscope 4 All Answers Correct
1. It is not best practice to place a damaged endoscope in a reprocessing tray for protection when
sending it out for repair. ️False
2. Prior to shipping a damaged endoscope for repair, the endoscope reprocessing technician should
document the metho...
1. It is not best practice to place a damaged endoscope in a reprocessing tray for protection when
sending it out for repair. ✔️False
2. Prior to shipping a damaged endoscope for repair, the endoscope reprocessing technician should
document the method used for reprocessing the endoscope. ✔️True
3. Including a description of the issue is unnecessary when preparing a damaged or malfunctioning
endoscope for shipment since the service company will thoroughly inspect the endoscope upon receipt.
✔️False
4. When loaned endoscopes arrive at the healthcare facility, they should be checked for damage before
being put into use. ✔️True
5. Endoscopes should only be reprocessed with equipment that has received approval from the U.S.
Food and Drug Administration. ✔️True
6. The document titled "Essential Elements of a Reprocessing Program for Flexible Endoscopes" was
released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ✔️
7. Regulations and standards establish minimum requirements for quality and safety. ✔️
8. When a medical device is found to be defective or poses a health risk, the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration takes action by issuing a recall. ✔️
9. The FDA requires manufacturers to supply Instructions for Use (IFUs) with each product. ✔️
10. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is the regulatory department responsible for issuing
registration numbers for disinfectants. ✔️
, 11. A method or technique that consistently demonstrates superior results compared to other
approaches is considered a best practice. ✔️
12. Individual states may have regulations that are either stricter or less stringent than federal
regulations. However, when there is a discrepancy between federal and state regulations, facilities must
adhere to the most stringent ones. ✔️
13. OSHA is the agency responsible for the bloodborne pathogens standard. ✔️
14. The non-profit organization that develops standards and technical information is the Association for
the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. ✔️
15. Flexible endoscopes present a significant cleaning challenge due to their intricate configuration. ✔️
16. If a flexible endoscope is needed urgently, it should be processed according to the manufacturer's
instructions for use. ✔️
17. Human factors focus on the interaction between humans and the systems they engage with. ✔️
18. Factors that may affect an employee's performance include personal issues, boredom, and stress.
✔️
19. Residual moisture in an endoscope after manual disinfection can promote the growth of
microorganisms. ✔️
20. The purpose of an audit is to ensure that task performance aligns with the manufacturer's
instructions for use and facility policies. ✔️
21. Overcrowded or unsecured storage areas for endoscopes raise the risk of cross-contamination. ✔️
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