Question 1

Which of the following endoscopes is rigid?

Accepted Answer

A)   Laparoscope
B)   Colonoscope
C)   Bronchoscope
D)   GastroscopeE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 2

Sterile technique should be used for venipuncture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

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) B) and D)

Question 4

A wet instrument pack is not automatically considered contaminated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Bandage scissors have a pointy, sharp probe tip that is inserted under the bandage to aid removal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Suture scissors have a beak or hook tip that can slide under the suture for removal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

One method of controlling epistaxis is to apply silver nitrate sticks to the bleeder site.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Ratchets are used to lock an instrument into position.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Local anesthesia can last as long as 5 hours.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

When using sterilizing bags, insert the grasping end of the instrument first.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which statement is not true about informed consent for surgery?

Accepted Answer

A)   The medical assistant is responsible for obtaining the patient's consent to treatment.
B)   The patient must understand the potential risks and benefits of the surgery.
C)   The patient must understand the possible risks of any alternative treatment.
D)   The patient cannot give consent if he or she has received preoperative medication.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 14

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 B)
G) C) and D)

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Wet steam in an autoclave can be caused by the placement of cold instruments in a hot chamber.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Infection can cause death in some circumstances.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A probe is used to search for foreign objects in a wound.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The recommended temperature for sterilization in an autoclave is

Accepted Answer

A)   121 °\degree°  C to 123 °\degree°  C.
B)   98.6 °\degree° C.
C)   100.4 °\degree°  F.
D)   37.6 °\degree°  C. E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 34: Assisting in Minor Surgery

Which of the following are the strongest nonabsorbable sutures?

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Bandage scissors have a pointy, sharp probe tip that is inserted under the bandage to aid removal.

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Infection can cause death in some circumstances.

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

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

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

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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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Ratchets are used to lock an instrument into position.

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Sterile technique should be used for venipuncture.

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One method of controlling epistaxis is to apply silver nitrate sticks to the bleeder site.

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Wet steam in an autoclave can be caused by the placement of cold instruments in a hot chamber.

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The recommended temperature for sterilization in an autoclave is

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Which statement is not true about informed consent for surgery?

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A wet instrument pack is not automatically considered contaminated.

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Local anesthesia can last as long as 5 hours.

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A probe is used to search for foreign objects in a wound.

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When using sterilizing bags, insert the grasping end of the instrument first.

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Which of the following endoscopes is rigid?

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

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Suture scissors have a beak or hook tip that can slide under the suture for removal.

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