Chapter 5 Challenges Flashcards
Place the steps below into the correct sequence for creating a sterile field.
A: open the flap closest to the MA
B: Pull both of the side flaps open
C: open the flap farthest away from the MA
D: place the packet of the mayo stand
E: disinfect the mayo stand
E, D, C, B, A
Which of the following would result in contamination of the sterile field?
A: placing the mayo stand above the MA’s waist
B: forceps that are places on the 1-inch border
C: touching the inner area of the wrapper with a sterile glove
D: placing the mayo stand 12 inches away from the MA
B
Match the condition or action match with the correct diagnostic procedure.
Procedure:
A - biopsy
B - cryosurgery
C - colposcopy
D - endoscopy
E - incision and drainage
Condition:
1 - viewing of the stomach for ulcers
2 - treating an abscess located in the underarm
3- destruction of abnormal tissue in the cervix
4 - further testing of a suspicious lump on the breast
5 - viewing of abnormal tissue located in the cervix
A: 4
B: 3
C: 5
D: 1
E: 2
A patient has a deep wound on their scalp. Which of the following types of wound closures should be used?
A: absorbable sutures
B: non-absorbable sutures
C: sterile tape
D: surgical staples
D
Which of the following are benefits of wound closure? (select all that apply)
A: allows for frequent irrigation of the wound bed
B: helps minimize scarring
C: is a painless procedure
D: prevents infection
E: aids in healing
B, D and E
Which of the following are postsurgical discharge instruction for a patient who had a biopsy of the breast? (select all that apply)
A. change the dressing
B. Observe signs of infection
C. eat a balanced diet
D. apply medication to the wound
E. refrain from working for 14 days
A, B, and D
Several days after an office-based surgery, a patient experiences nausea and abdominal pain. Based on postsurgical instructions, which of the following should the patient do?
A. call 911
B. immediately go to the emergency room
C. contact the medical office to speak with the healthcare provider
D. go to and urgent care center
C
Which of the following burs would result in no pain but the tissue is whitish?
A: first degree
B: second degree
C: third degree
D: fourth degree
C
Match the description of the wound with the type of wound:
Type:
A - abradion
B - incision
C - laceration
D - puncture
Description:
1 - smooth cut
2- outer layers of skin rubber away because of scraping
3 - penetrating, made by a sharp, pointed instrument
4 - edges torn in an irregular shape
A: 2
B: 1
C: 4
D: 3
An MA is caring for a bleeding wound. The blood is bright red, and the bleeding is fast and profuse. Which of the following kinds of hemorrhage is this?
A: arterial
B: capillary
C: cauterized
D: venous
A
Which of the following should a MA do when caring for hemorrhage? The blood is dark red and had steady flow. (select all that apply)
A: the site should be elevated
B: a tourniquet should be applied
C: the site should be covered with a clean gauze
D: the blood vessel should be cauterized to stop the bleeding
E: pressure should be exerted on the site
A, C and E
Which of the following should a MA do in the case of a pt having a seizure? (select all that apply)
A: Move objects out of the way to prevent injury
B: Restrain the pt to minimize moving
C: If the pt is sitting, support the pt from falling
D: Help pt to the floor if standing
E: Turn the pt to the side to prevent choking
A, D, E
An MA observes a pt in the waiting room clutch their chest and collapse. Which of the following should be done first?
A: Call 911
B: Begin CPR
C: Use and AED
D: Administer epinephrine auto injector
A
Which of the following are common signs and symptoms in a heart attack? (select all that apply)
A: dilated pupils
B: shortness of breath
C: chest pain
D: difficulty in coughing and speaking
E: muscle convulsions
B, C
Place the steps of performing CPR in the order they should be performed.
A: tilt the head back
B: give 30 chest compressions
C: continue giving sets of 30 chest compressions and two reaths
D: give two slow breaths mouth-to-mouth
E: pinch the nose
B, A, E, D, C
