Abstract：
Flexible endoscopes allow surgeons and proceduralists to view patients\' internal organs through small incisions or natural orifices. These devices may be difficult to clean and dry adequately, and the formation of biofilm can further complicate effective cleaning. The updated AORN \"Guideline for processing flexible endoscopes\" provides perioperative personnel with evidence-based best practice recommendations on a variety of concepts associated with this topic. This article provides an overview of the guideline and discusses recommendations for point-of-use treatment, transport, cleaning (including verification and drying), and storage of flexible endoscopes. It also includes a scenario that illustrates the importance of adequately drying and storing flexible endoscopes. When processing flexible endoscopes, personnel should adhere to the endoscope and processing equipment manufacturers\' instructions for use. Perioperative nurses should review the guideline in its entirety and implement recommendations in practice settings where flexible endoscopes are used.
摘要：
柔性内窥镜允许外科医生和手术医生通过小切口或自然孔口观察患者的内部器官。这些设备可能难以充分清洁和干燥，生物膜的形成会使有效清洁进一步复杂化。更新的AORN“柔性内窥镜处理指南”为围手术期人员提供了与该主题相关的各种概念的循证最佳实践建议。本文概述了该指南，并讨论了使用点治疗的建议，运输,清洁（包括验证和干燥），和柔性内窥镜的存储。它还包括说明充分干燥和储存柔性内窥镜的重要性的场景。当加工柔性内窥镜时，人员应遵守内窥镜和加工设备制造商的使用说明。围手术期护士应全面审查指南，并在使用柔性内窥镜的实践环境中实施建议。
