12.1 Instruments Flashcards
COA instruments
1
Q
Why is informed consent important prior to any procedure?
A
Legal. Pt says they know what procedure they are getting, it’s for what disease, and other options (so in court they can’t say they didn’t know)
2
Q
Difference between proparacaine and lidocaine anesthetics?
A
Proparacaine is topical (drop), lidocaine is injection (block eye/ whole eye is numb)
3
Q
Pledget
A
Cotton ball soaked in anesthetic to numb a certain area
4
Q
Suture
A
Stitch
5
Q
Forceps
A
Tweezer
6
Q
Non-toothed vs toothed forceps purpose
A
Non-toothed= tying.VS. Toothed forceps= lifting tissue
7
Q
Clamps are commonly used for
A
Incision and drainage of styes
8
Q
Curette
A
Scoop
9
Q
Canula
A
Small tube for air
10
Q
Speculum
A
Metal Brace to hold lids open
