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Endoscopes-Rigid

Endoscopes-Rigid

🎯 Site Goal:

To provide structured, interactive, and multilingual online education on Rigid Endoscopes, covering usage, cleaning & sterilization, troubleshooting, safety, and application-specific modules (e.g., ENT, Urology, Laparoscopy, Arthroscopy, Spine).

🔧 Platform Features:

  • Responsive design (desktop, tablet, mobile)
  • SCORM/xAPI compatible LMS (e.g., Moodle, TalentLMS, or custom Richard Wolf LMS)
  • User login (with role: trainee, trainer, admin)
  • Certification on completion
  • Video + 3D animation integration
  • Tracking for compliance/audit

👨‍⚕️ Target Audience:

  • OR nurses and CSSD staff
  • Surgeons and Residents
  • Biomedical engineers
  • Distributors and sales staff

🧾 2. Course Outline: "Mastering Rigid Scopes – Safe Use, Service, and Sterilization"

Module 1: Introduction to Rigid Endoscopes

  • History & evolution of rigid scopes
  • Application areas (ENT, Spine, Urology, GYN, Laparoscopy)
  • Construction & components (objective lens, light post, image bundle, sheath)
  • Why Richard Wolf scopes are different (Made in Germany precision, durability)


Module 2 : Components of a Rigid Endoscope System

📌 Learning Objectives:

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

  • Identify the key components of a rigid endoscope system
  • Understand the optical, mechanical, and accessory parts
  • Recognize how damage to each part affects performance
  • Apply correct terminology when communicating with service or surgical teams

 

Module 3: Specialty Application Modules

(choose depending on learner track)

  • Urology & TUR instruments
  • Laparoscopy (including HD/4K camera integration)
  • Arthroscopy (e.g., ENDOCAM Flex)
  • ENT & Skull Base Surgery
  • Spine Endoscopy (e.g., VERTEBRIS)

Module 4: Handling & Safety Precautions

  • How to correctly handle rigid scopes during surgery
  • Common mishandling mistakes and prevention
  • Recognizing internal damage (e.g., broken lens, fiber burnout)

Module 5: Cleaning & Disinfection

  • Pre-cleaning steps in the OR
  • Manual cleaning (brushes, enzymatic detergents)
  • Automated washer-disinfectors
  • Do’s and Don’ts of ultrasonic cleaning
  • Visual inspection and leak testing
  • Validated cleaning workflows (EN ISO 15883)

Module 6: Sterilization & Storage

  • Low-temperature vs. steam sterilization
  • Sterilization compatibility: autoclave, STERRAD, Plasma
  • Packing and storing (DIN tray systems, foam protection)
  • Shelf life and reprocessing tracking
  • Real-world CSSD protocols

Module 7: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

  • Light transmission problems
  • Distorted or blurred images
  • Broken outer sheath or bent shafts
  • When to send for repair & using Richard Wolf service portal
  • Preventive maintenance guide

Module 8: Final Quiz & Certification

  • 20 MCQs across modules
  • Passing score = 80%
  • Auto-generated Certificate (downloadable PDF with name, date, course code)

📦 3. Additional Resources ("Other Usual Stuff")

📽️ Training Materials:

  • HD videos with subtitles (English + Myanmar + Thai + Vietnamese)
  • 3D animations: scope anatomy, fluid flow, damage simulations
  • Printable SOPs for CSSD staff
  • Downloadable quick-check posters (handling + pre-clean checklist)

🧪 Interactivity:

  • Virtual instrument tray simulation
  • Drag-and-drop correct cleaning steps
  • Interactive scope damage gallery: “Spot the problem”
  • Scenario-based decision tree (e.g., “This happened during surgery—what do you do?”)

📊 Admin Dashboard (for training leads):

  • View progress by department/user
  • Download reports for audit
  • Reset or extend course access
  • Assign by role (OR Nurse, CSSD, Surgeon)
Responsible Dr Than Win
Last Update 30/08/2025
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