IAHCSMM Endoscopic Quiz Review 2025/2026
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Endoscope Reprocessing & Infection Control
Exam Prep.
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called
Endoscopy
An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an
Arthroscope
The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called
Insertion tube
When using a flexible endoscope, instruments are introduced into the body through the
Biopsy port
Along with benefits to the patient, endoscopic procedures benefit the facility by
Reducing procedure time
Is the following statement true or false? More healthcare-associated infections are linked to
contaminated endoscopes than any other device.
True
A hysteroscope is an example of a/an
Rigid endoscope
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope can contain the
Instrument channel
True or false; Failure to provide a functional endoscope can result in an inaccurate diagnosis.
True
The most complex type of endoscope is the
Flexible endoscope
,Diagnostic endoscopies
Help identify a disease or disorder
The portion of the flexible endoscope that contains water/suction valves and angulation knobs
is the
Control body
This endoscope has a movable elevator mechanism that has been linked to infection
Duodenoscope
This endoscope is designed to examine upper airways
Rhinolaryngoscope
This endoscope is used to remove gallstones
Choledochoscope
Information for reprocessing specific endoscopes can be found
In the endoscope manufacturer's Instructions for Use
True or False? Operative (therapeutic) flexible endoscopes are used to identify possible disease.
False
This endoscope is often used to treat kidney stones
Ureteroscope
This organization uses applied scientific research to keep healthcare professionals abreast of
challenges and concerns regarding medical devices
ECRI Institute
What is NOT a purpose of flexible endoscopes?
Implant stents
The endoscope universal cord
Connects the light connector to the control body
True or False? Flexible endoscopes can be used to remove polyps.
True
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope does what?
, Protects the inner components of the endoscope, houses the air, water and instrument
channels, and is the part of the endoscope that is inserted into the patient
True or False? Gastroscopes can be used to perform upper gastrointestinal procedures including
a duodenoscopy.
False
An enteroscope is used to examine the
Small intestine
True or False? A bronchoscope can be used to examine the airway.
True
A rhinolaryngoscope is used to examine the
Nasal passage
True or False? Ureterscopes are used to view the tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder.
True
Hysteroscopes are used to visualize the
Uterus
This section of a flexible endoscope articulates to aid insertion into curved areas
Bending section
This bacteria is beneficial to humans
Symbiotic bacteria
Human biofilms:
Can attach to endoscopes
True or false? Symbiotic bacteria are harmful to humans.
False
Endoscopes can become contaminated from:
Poor processing instructions from the manufacturer, using contaminated water, and damage to
the device
Bacteria are divided into groups based upon
– 100% Verified Questions & Answers |
Endoscope Reprocessing & Infection Control
Exam Prep.
Visual examination of the interior structures of the body is called
Endoscopy
An example of a rigid endoscope is a/an
Arthroscope
The portion of the flexible endoscope that enters the body is called
Insertion tube
When using a flexible endoscope, instruments are introduced into the body through the
Biopsy port
Along with benefits to the patient, endoscopic procedures benefit the facility by
Reducing procedure time
Is the following statement true or false? More healthcare-associated infections are linked to
contaminated endoscopes than any other device.
True
A hysteroscope is an example of a/an
Rigid endoscope
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope can contain the
Instrument channel
True or false; Failure to provide a functional endoscope can result in an inaccurate diagnosis.
True
The most complex type of endoscope is the
Flexible endoscope
,Diagnostic endoscopies
Help identify a disease or disorder
The portion of the flexible endoscope that contains water/suction valves and angulation knobs
is the
Control body
This endoscope has a movable elevator mechanism that has been linked to infection
Duodenoscope
This endoscope is designed to examine upper airways
Rhinolaryngoscope
This endoscope is used to remove gallstones
Choledochoscope
Information for reprocessing specific endoscopes can be found
In the endoscope manufacturer's Instructions for Use
True or False? Operative (therapeutic) flexible endoscopes are used to identify possible disease.
False
This endoscope is often used to treat kidney stones
Ureteroscope
This organization uses applied scientific research to keep healthcare professionals abreast of
challenges and concerns regarding medical devices
ECRI Institute
What is NOT a purpose of flexible endoscopes?
Implant stents
The endoscope universal cord
Connects the light connector to the control body
True or False? Flexible endoscopes can be used to remove polyps.
True
The insertion tube of a flexible endoscope does what?
, Protects the inner components of the endoscope, houses the air, water and instrument
channels, and is the part of the endoscope that is inserted into the patient
True or False? Gastroscopes can be used to perform upper gastrointestinal procedures including
a duodenoscopy.
False
An enteroscope is used to examine the
Small intestine
True or False? A bronchoscope can be used to examine the airway.
True
A rhinolaryngoscope is used to examine the
Nasal passage
True or False? Ureterscopes are used to view the tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder.
True
Hysteroscopes are used to visualize the
Uterus
This section of a flexible endoscope articulates to aid insertion into curved areas
Bending section
This bacteria is beneficial to humans
Symbiotic bacteria
Human biofilms:
Can attach to endoscopes
True or false? Symbiotic bacteria are harmful to humans.
False
Endoscopes can become contaminated from:
Poor processing instructions from the manufacturer, using contaminated water, and damage to
the device
Bacteria are divided into groups based upon
