Guideline Implementation: Processing Flexible Endoscopes
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-2016
Abstract
The updated AORN “Guideline for processing flexible endoscopes” provides guidance to perioperative, endoscopy, and sterile processing personnel for processing all types of reusable flexible endoscopes and accessories in all procedural settings. This article focuses on key points of the guideline to help perioperative personnel safely and effectively process flexible endoscopes to prevent infection transmission. The key points address verification of manual cleaning, mechanical cleaning and processing, storage in a drying cabinet, determination of maximum storage time before reprocessing is needed, and considerations for implementing a microbiologic surveillance program. Perioperative RNs should review the complete guideline for additional information and for guidance when writing and updating policies and procedures.
Repository Citation
Bashaw, M. A.
(2016). Guideline Implementation: Processing Flexible Endoscopes. AORN Journal, 104 (3), 225-236.
https://corescholar.libraries.wright.edu/nursing_faculty/270
DOI
10.1016/j.aorn.2016.06.018
