When positioning a patient for a c-section where is the bolster placed and why?
Correct Answer- Right side, to relieve pressure on the vena cava
What is the skin prep perimeters for an exploratory laparotomy? Correct AnswerNipple line to mid-thigh
The conducting fibers that extend the av node to the interventricular septum form
the Correct Answer- Bundle of his
During a TRAM procedure which is used to identify and preserve the superior
epigastric arteries? Correct Answer- Doppler
Which surgical approach is often used for a craniotomy for aneurysm repair?
Correct Answer- Frontotemporal
What is the purpose of histamine (H2 blockers) Correct Answer- Decrease gastric
volume in the stomach
What surgical procedure is an O’Sullivan-O’Connor retractor used for? Correct
Answer- Abdominal hysterectomy
What suture technique provides an excellent cosmetic closure? Correct AnswerSubcuticular
During a radical neck dissection with mandibulectomy which bone is harvested for
the graft? Correct Answer- Fibula
What type of dressing washes or wears off after several days? Correct AnswerCollodion
What type of drape is used for a thyroidectomy? Correct Answer- Transverse drape
Testosterone is secreted by the Correct Answer- Leydig cells
What are the boundaries of the skin prep for a total hip arthroplasty? Correct
Answer- Level of umbilicus to foot
Which of the following structures is located in the alveolar processes? Correct
Answer- Teeth
Which of the following is the wound classification for a bronchoscopy? Correct
Answer- Clean-Contaminated
The enzyme used to soften The zonules of the lens before cataract surgery Correct
Answer- Alpha-chymotrypsin
How should the stretcher be oriented when necessary to use an elevator to transport
a patient to the OR? Correct Answer- Enter head first, exit feet first
Which portion of the stomach surrounds the lower esophageal sphincter? Correct
Answer- Cardia
The islets of Langerhans secrete Correct Answer- Insulin
Where should the first scrub ST stand when handing towels to the surgeon to
square off an incision site Correct Answer- Same side as the surgeon
Through which of the following do the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct
empty? Correct Answer- Ampulla of Vater
Which identifiers must be verified by the patient or their ID bracelet prior to
transporting a patient to the OR? Correct Answer- Name, Date of birth, Physician
Which of the following is not a benefit of using surface-mounted sliding doors for
access to the operating room?
Uses less space for opening
Aid in controlling temperature
Eliminate air turbulance
Provides fro thorough cleaning Correct Answer- Aid in controlling temperature
Compression of the heart from excessive fluid or blood buildup is called Correct
Answer- Tamponade