Equipment in theatre

Question 1

1) This equipment keeps the patients breathing during surgery.

Answer 1

respirator

Question 2

2) This allows the surgeon to move the lights easily into position.

Answer 2

swivel arm

Question 3

3) This shows the anaesthetist the quantity of nitrous oxide or oxygen which is being given.

Answer 3

flow metre

Question 4

4) The operating table has no legs. It stands on a

Answer 4

pedestal

Question 5

5) These are placed over wounds at the end of the operation.

Answer 5

dressing material

Question 6

6) Equipment is put in this to remove all germs.

Answer 6

sterilizer

Question 7

7) This equipment monitors heart activity.

Answer 7

electrocardiograph

Question 8

8) These are attached to the patient’s body to pick up heart activity.

Answer 8

electrodes

Question 9

This is inserted to drain urine from the bladder.

Answer 9

catheter

Question 10

These are worn by surgeons and nurses in theatre.

Answer 10

theatre gowns

Question 11

11) The ……………… nurse provides instruments for the surgeon and assists when necessary during an operation.

Answer 11

scrub nurse

Question 12

12) This equipment is used to draw off any blood and body fluids during surgery.

Answer 12

suction

Question 13

13) These instruments hold open the site of operation during surgery.

Answer 13

retractors