Question 1

Surgical instruments generally are classified according to use.Which is not a classification for instruments?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cutting
B)   Grasping
C)   Restabilizing
D)   Probing and dilatingE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

The physician may spray a topical anesthetic (e.g. ,Exactacain)on a surgical site before injecting a local anesthetic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

_________ refers to a body cavity or canal that is in its normal open position,such as the trachea remaining open during surgery.

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The answer of _________ refers to a body cavity or...

Question 4

A trocar is placed within a(n)__________ to drain fluid.

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The answer of A trocar is placed within a(n)__________ to...

Question 5

Hydrogen peroxide is the preferred antiseptic for skin preparation before surgery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Local anesthetics with epinephrine are not recommended for use in suturing a finger laceration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Nylon suture material is nonabsorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of these anesthetic agents is injected into subcutaneous tissue,resulting in temporary cessation of feeling at the site of the injection?

Accepted Answer

A)   Nesacaine
B)   Ethyl chloride
C)   Fluori-Methane
D)   Sensorcaine
E)   A and DF) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 9

The recommended method for cleaning sharp instruments is to

Accepted Answer

A)   use an ultrasonic cleaner.
B)   wear appropriate PPE.
C)   use the proper concentration of disinfectant.
D)   rinse instruments with sterile water before sterilizing.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 10

Surgical sponges used to absorb blood and drainage during a surgical procedure do not have to be sterile.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

After instruments have been immersed in a chemical sterilizing agent,they should be rinsed with sterile water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Research indicates that chlorhexidine topical (Hibiclens) ,Triseptin,gluconate products (Triseptin or Hibiclens) ,and povidone-iodine (Betadine) are safe and effective antiseptics.Research also shows that the use of an alcohol-based hand rub is not as effective as an extensive surgical scrub done before sterile gloves are applied to limit bacterial contamination of the hands during a surgical procedure.

Accepted Answer

A)   Both statements are true.
B)   Both statements are false.
C)   The first statement is true;the second is false.
D)   The first statement is false;the second is true.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Each instrument should always be locked before it is immersed in the chemical decontaminant so that the entire surface area can be cleansed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which solution is typically used to preserve excised tissue for specimens?

Accepted Answer

A)   Silver nitrate (AgNO3) 
B)   Ethyl chloride
C)   Epinephrine
D)   FormalinE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Which of the following forceps are used to grasp tissue and in suturing?

Accepted Answer

A)   Adson forceps
B)   Allis tissue forceps
C)   Adson thumb forceps
D)   Toothed tissue forceps
E)   Both A and CF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 16

Placenta forceps are used to remove tissue from the uterus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Describe the general purpose of sutures.What characteristics should they have?

Accepted Answer

The primary purpose of a suture is to ho...

Question 18

Which of the following are the strongest nonabsorbable sutures?

Accepted Answer

A)   Dacron and Prolene
B)   Dexon and Maxon
C)   Silk
D)   Vicryl
E)   Both A and BF) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Exam 32: Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Which of these anesthetic agents is injected into subcutaneous tissue,resulting in temporary cessation of feeling at the site of the injection?

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_________ refers to a body cavity or canal that is in its normal open position,such as the trachea remaining open during surgery.

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Which of the following are the strongest nonabsorbable sutures?

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Local anesthetics with epinephrine are not recommended for use in suturing a finger laceration.

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A trocar is placed within a(n)__________ to drain fluid.

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Surgical sponges used to absorb blood and drainage during a surgical procedure do not have to be sterile.

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Each instrument should always be locked before it is immersed in the chemical decontaminant so that the entire surface area can be cleansed.

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After instruments have been immersed in a chemical sterilizing agent,they should be rinsed with sterile water.

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Placenta forceps are used to remove tissue from the uterus.

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The physician may spray a topical anesthetic (e.g. ,Exactacain)on a surgical site before injecting a local anesthetic.

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Hydrogen peroxide is the preferred antiseptic for skin preparation before surgery.

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Describe the general purpose of sutures.What characteristics should they have?

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The primary purpose of a suture is to ho...
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The recommended method for cleaning sharp instruments is to

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Nylon suture material is nonabsorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity.

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Which of the following forceps are used to grasp tissue and in suturing?

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Surgical instruments generally are classified according to use.Which is not a classification for instruments?

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Which solution is typically used to preserve excised tissue for specimens?

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_________ refers to a body cavity or canal that is in its normal open position,such as the trachea remaining open during surgery.

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Which of the following are the strongest nonabsorbable sutures?

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Local anesthetics with epinephrine are not recommended for use in suturing a finger laceration.

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Surgical sponges used to absorb blood and drainage during a surgical procedure do not have to be sterile.

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Each instrument should always be locked before it is immersed in the chemical decontaminant so that the entire surface area can be cleansed.

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After instruments have been immersed in a chemical sterilizing agent,they should be rinsed with sterile water.

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Placenta forceps are used to remove tissue from the uterus.

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The physician may spray a topical anesthetic (e.g. ,Exactacain)on a surgical site before injecting a local anesthetic.

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Hydrogen peroxide is the preferred antiseptic for skin preparation before surgery.

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Describe the general purpose of sutures.What characteristics should they have?

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Nylon suture material is nonabsorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity.

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Surgical instruments generally are classified according to use.Which is not a classification for instruments?

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