Table 1.

Summary of the required steps in each task

Task 1

1. Go though the WHO checklist.

2. Assemble the rigid cystoscope.

3. Connect the cables to the light-source devices.

4. Turn the light-source devices on.

5. Orient the camera to the 12 o’clock position and adjust the focus.

6. Perform white balance.

7. Utilize lubricant jelly (cystoscope)

8. Observe the bladder mucosa.

9. Identify both ureteral orifices.

10. Utilize water as a lubricant (guide-wire)

11. Insert a guide-wire into the right renal unit.

12. Utilize water as a lubricant (access sheath)

13. Insert an access sheath into the right renal unit.

Task 2

1. Connect the cables to the flexible ureteroscope.

2. Orient the camera to the 12 o’clock position and adjust the focus.

3. Perform white balance.

4. Observe the upper calyx.

5. Observe the middle calyx.

6. Observe the lower calyx.

7. Retract the scope inside the access sheath before inserting the basket.

8. Insert the basket and catch the stone with it (two-minute time limit.)