Question 1

__________ forceps are available in different lengths and are used to grasp tissue, muscles, or skin surrounding a wound.

Accepted Answer

Allis tissue
Allis tissue forc...

Question 2

Which of the following ophthalmologic and otolaryngologic instruments is used to remove foreign bodies or polyps?

Accepted Answer

A)   Krause Nasal Snare
B)   Hartmann "Alligator" Ear Forceps
C)   Ivan Laryngeal Metal Applicator
D)   "Buck" Ear Curette
E)   All of the aboveF) B) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 3

Sterile technique does not have to be followed in the preparation of a site for surgery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Patency
Patency refers to a bo...

Question 5

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 D)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

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) None of the above

Question 7

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) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 8

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) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 9

Epinephrine may be included in local anesthetics because of its vasodilating effect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Ethyl chloride is an effective local anesthetic that can be used when the physician performs minor surgery with electrical cauterizing equipment.

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

Ratchets are used to lock an instrument into position.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

__________ is a procedure in which a body cavity or internal organ (e.g., the uterus) is scraped with a surgical instrument.

Accepted Answer

Curettage
Curettage is a proce...

Question 14

Ethyl chloride is a topical anesthetic spray that acts as a vapocoolant to control pain associated with minor surgical procedures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Match the Littauer scissors with the appropriate description and/or function. (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)   4 to 5 inches long
B)   Most frequently used length is 5 inches
C)   Usual length is 4 inches
D)   5 to 6 inches long
E)   Blade has beak or hookF)  Curved or straight blade tipsG)  Used to cut and dissect fascia and muscleH)  Can be used as suture scissorsI) A) and H)
J) A) and G)

Question 17

The jaws of this instrument are shorter and look stronger than hemostat jaws.

Accepted Answer

A)   Needle holder
B)   Bayonet forceps
C)   Splinter forceps
D)   Towel forceps (towel clamp) E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

A(n) __________ is a metal rod with a smooth, rounded tip that is placed into a hollow instrument to reduce injury to body tissues during insertion of the instrument.

Accepted Answer

obturator
An obturator is a me...

Question 19

A(n) __________ surgical needle comes packaged with the suture material attached to the needle.

Accepted Answer

swaged
A swaged surg...

Question 20

These instruments have valves that can be spread to facilitate viewing.

Accepted Answer

A)   Splinter forceps
B)   Bayonet forceps
C)   Nasal specula
D)   None of the aboveE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

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The jaws of this instrument are shorter and look stronger than hemostat jaws.

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Ethyl chloride is a topical anesthetic spray that acts as a vapocoolant to control pain associated with minor surgical procedures.

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Ratchets are used to lock an instrument into position.

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__________ forceps are available in different lengths and are used to grasp tissue, muscles, or skin surrounding a wound.

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The recommended method for cleaning sharp instruments is to

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

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Sterile technique does not have to be followed in the preparation of a site for surgery.

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A(n) __________ surgical needle comes packaged with the suture material attached to the needle.

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Epinephrine may be included in local anesthetics because of its vasodilating effect.

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__________ is a procedure in which a body cavity or internal organ (e.g., the uterus) is scraped with a surgical instrument.

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Ethyl chloride is an effective local anesthetic that can be used when the physician performs minor surgery with electrical cauterizing equipment.

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

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Which of the following are the strongest nonabsorbable sutures?

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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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The jaws of this instrument are shorter and look stronger than hemostat jaws.

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Ethyl chloride is a topical anesthetic spray that acts as a vapocoolant to control pain associated with minor surgical procedures.

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Ratchets are used to lock an instrument into position.

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__________ forceps are available in different lengths and are used to grasp tissue, muscles, or skin surrounding a wound.

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The recommended method for cleaning sharp instruments is to

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

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Epinephrine may be included in local anesthetics because of its vasodilating effect.

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A(n) __________ is a metal rod with a smooth, rounded tip that is placed into a hollow instrument to reduce injury to body tissues during insertion of the instrument.

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__________ is a procedure in which a body cavity or internal organ (e.g., the uterus) is scraped with a surgical instrument.

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Which of the following ophthalmologic and otolaryngologic instruments is used to remove foreign bodies or polyps?

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Ethyl chloride is an effective local anesthetic that can be used when the physician performs minor surgery with electrical cauterizing equipment.

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

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