CX0043: Endoscopes: Care and Handling
Course Abstract: |
In the United States, over 10 million endoscopic procedures are performed each year. These procedures are diagnostic, for observation only, and operative. There are three basic types of endoscopes: rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible. Each type of endoscope is available with a variety of diameters and lengths as well as channels for irrigation, suction, and accessory instruments, depending on the requirements of the procedure. This course discusses the care and handling of these basic types of endoscopes.
Learning Objectives:
- List the different uses of flexible and rigid endoscopes.
- Describe the structures and differences between a rigid and flexible endoscope.
- Discuss the risk factors and endoscopic–related infections associated with the improper care and handling of an endoscope.
- Describe the proper care and handling of reusable endoscopic instrumentation.
You can read this course for free. Pay for the course only if you want to grade the exam for continuing education credit (Contact Hours) towards your license. After completing this course you can print your certificate immediately online. Click the logo below to enter the course. |
Contact Hours: 2.00
Price: $20.00
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**Upon successful completion of these courses your certificate of completion is immediately available for you to print AND we electronically transfer your completion information to the State Education Department daily at 4:00PM EST. There is no need for you to mail your certificate; we do it for you electronically!
