When Laryngoscopy,bronchoscopy,and Esophagoscopy Are Performed in a Single Session on a Patient,the

question 49

Multiple Choice

When laryngoscopy,bronchoscopy,and esophagoscopy are performed in a single session on a patient,the procedure is termed triple endoscopy or panendoscopy.The purpose of triple endoscopy is usually diagnostic.A critical role of the perioperative nurse during this complex diagnostic procedure is that of:

• A) documenting the serial numbers of the scopes in the perioperative record.
• B) identifying,containing,and labeling all specimens accurately.
• C) carefully handling and reprocessing the endoscopes.
• D) assisting the anesthesia provider with maintaining the airway.

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