Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

___________ forceps are small (4 inches)and are used to clamp small blood vessels or tissues.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________ forceps are small (4 inches)and are...

Question 3

Choose the smallest diameter of a suture strand.

Accepted Answer

A)   0
B)   5-0
C)   5
D)   1-0E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Describe the proper care of surgical instruments.

Accepted Answer

Surgical instruments are expensive and m...

Question 5

Which are the largest hemostat forceps?

Accepted Answer

A)   Mosquito forceps
B)   Crile forceps
C)   Kelly forceps
D)   Curved forcepsE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Which antiseptic is the most effective for a surgical hand scrub or patient skin preparation for surgery?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hydrogen peroxide
B)   Hibiclens
C)   Isopropyl alcohol
D)   Povidone-iodine
E)   B and DF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

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) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 8

A(n)________ is a metal probe that is inserted into or passed through a catheter,needle,or tube to clear the equipment of secretions or to help pass it into a body orifice.

Accepted Answer

stylus

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 10

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) All of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)__________ surgical needle comes packaged with the...

Question 12

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

Question 13

The ridged teeth on the inner surface of the tip of some instruments are called __________.They help prevent tissue from slipping out of the jaws of the instrument.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ridged teeth on the inner surface...

Question 14

Local anesthesia can last as long as 5 hours.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

These instruments have very sharp hooks.

Accepted Answer

A)   Bayonet forceps
B)   Needle holders
C)   Splinter forceps
D)   Towel forceps (towel clamps) E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

This instrument tip has a groove or hook to slide under sutures.

Accepted Answer

A)   Bayonet forceps
B)   Littauer stitch or suture scissors
C)   Probe tip
D)   Needle holdersE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

Explain the system for identifying suture sizes.

Accepted Answer

Suture materials range in size,with smal...

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

This instrument has a fine tip for retrieval of foreign objects.

Accepted Answer

A)   Nasal speculum
B)   Splinter forceps
C)   Needle holder
D)   Littauer stitch or suture scissorsE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Exam 32: Surgical Supplies and Instruments

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

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___________ forceps are small (4 inches)and are used to clamp small blood vessels or tissues.

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Choose the smallest diameter of a suture strand.

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Describe the proper care of surgical instruments.

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Which are the largest hemostat forceps?

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Which antiseptic is the most effective for a surgical hand scrub or patient skin preparation for surgery?

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

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A(n)________ is a metal probe that is inserted into or passed through a catheter,needle,or tube to clear the equipment of secretions or to help pass it into a body orifice.

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

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

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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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The ridged teeth on the inner surface of the tip of some instruments are called __________.They help prevent tissue from slipping out of the jaws of the instrument.

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Local anesthesia can last as long as 5 hours.

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These instruments have very sharp hooks.

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

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This instrument tip has a groove or hook to slide under sutures.

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Explain the system for identifying suture sizes.

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

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This instrument has a fine tip for retrieval of foreign objects.

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