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Chapter 9 & 10

QuestionAnswer
Which instrument tip has a groove or hook to slide under sutures? Suture scissors
After surgery is completed how should instruments be handled Placed in a basin of water (soaking)
What is the recommended method for cleaning sharp instruments Ultrasonic cleaning
True or false- the jaws of a needle holder are shorter and look stronger than hemostat jaws. True
what is the smallest diameter of a suture stand 5.0
True or false- Hibiclens and povidone- iodine is NOT the most effective hand scrub or patient skin preparation for surgery? False
What are the classification of surgical instruments? Cutting, grasping/clamping, retreating, probing/dilating
(blank) surgical instrument has a fine tip for retrieval of foreign objects. Splinter forceps
Towel forceps have very (blank) hooks Sharp
What is formalin and what is it typically used for? Formalin is a dilute solution of formaldehyde; it is typically used as a preservative for tissues specimens
True or false- chlorhexidine topical (hebiclens), Triseptin, gluconate products ( Triseptin or hibiclens) and providon- iodine (Betadin) are safe and effective antibiotics? True
True or false- The use of an alcohol- based hand rub is not as effective as an extensive as an surgical scrub done before sterile gloves are applied to limit bacterial contamination of the hand during a surgical procedure. False
(blank) is used a dilution for medications. Sterile water
(blank) is an instrument that has valves that can be spread to facilitate viewing. speculum
what is surgical asepsis? Is the complete destruction of all microorganism and their spores from the surface.
Explain the autoclave? The autoclave used pressurized steam to kill all microorganisms. The process typically involves reaching a specific temperature (Usually 121°C or 250°F) at 15 pound of pressure for a set duration.
(blank) are the largest hemostat forceps. Kelly forceps
Uterine curette is a gynecologist instrument that is used to remove what? Endometrial tissue or polyps from the lining of the uterus.
(blank) Are the strongest nonabsorbable sutures. Stainless steel
All tissue forceps and toothed tissue forceps are used to (blank) and in (blank) Grasp & hold
(blank) is the recommended temperature for sterilization in an autoclave. 121°C
Venipunctures or injections must be performed using what protocols? Surgical aseptic
What does sanitization mean? Is the process of cleaning debris and organic matter from instruments
(blank) is a aseptic procedure that is preformed on a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope after each use. Sanitization
True or false- Residual air may cause incomplete autoclave sterilization. True
Which instrument can be damaged by the high temperature and steam under pressure of autoclaves and must be disinfected after each procedure? Fiber- optic Instruments
(blank) Wound is the result of some type of blunt trauma to the body. Closed
(blank) wound is where the skin is broken exposing the underlying Open
(blank) wound and (blank) wound passes through to a body organ or cavity. Penetrating and perforating
in what type of post- operative conditions should a patient call the office immediately? Fever, increased pain, swelling, redness, or usual drainag/ discharge from the site.
which of the endoscopes is rigid. Laparoscope
what is informed consent for surgery Approval
The LEEP excisional procedure is considered . Electrosurgery
A (blank) wound has jagged irregular edges Laceration
A (blank) wound is closed and has blood from broken vessels accumulating in the tissue . Contusion
A (blank) wound is superficial and is made by the scraping of the skin. Abrasion
Fibrin is most involved during the (blank) phase of a wound healing. Hemostasis
The (blank) phase of a wound healing focuses on destroying bacteria and removing debris. Inflammatory
Collagen is most involved in the (blank) of wound healing Proliferation
seamless tubular gauze bandages are superior for covering Fingers, toes, and limbs
You should keep consistent spacing and tension to ensure even pressure when using (blank) bandages Roller
True or false-A wrinkle crepe-type roller bandyis preferred over plain roller gauze. True
A patient should be told to notify their the provider immediately if they develop a fever,swelling, or increasing pain. True
When using sterilizations bags, insert the grasping end of the instrument first. False
Each instrument should always be locked before it is immersed in the chemical decomposition so that that the entire surface area can be cleaned. False
Nylon suture material is non absorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity true
Proper preparation of a surgical site removes all organisms from the area. False
No harm is done if a sterile field gets wet False
Ratchets are used to lock an instrument into position True
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