Harmonic

Question 1

The amount of blade displacement in ultrasonic devices determiners the type of tissue effect. Decreased blade displacement leads to increased ____ effect and increased blade displacement leads to increased

Answer 1

Coagulation, cutting

Question 2

What are the 5 factors in harmonic technology that affect sealing and cutting capabilities?

Answer 2

Tissue tension, blade location, blade sharpness, blade pressure, power level

Question 3

With harmonic ultrasonic technology, _____ is converted to _____ in the_____.

Answer 3

Electrical energy, mechanical motion, Hand piece

Question 4

Which action below is NOT. Reason why harmonic decides are considered multifunctional?

Answer 4

They can articulate

Question 5

During a gastrectomy using harmonic ACE+7, a surgeon wishes to increase cutting speed when mobilizing the stomach in a avascular planes. You should suggest he use the:

Answer 5

Distal portion of the blade using the MAX power level setting

Question 6

Harmonic devices cut and coagulate simultaneously, but surgeons may choose to cut more than coagulate or coagulate more than cut by changing the power level. TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 6

TRUE

Question 7

When decreasing the power level of Harmonic the result is a greater displacement of the active blade. TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 7

FALSE

Question 8

When using harmonic devices, the MIN button prioritizes ____ and the MAX button prioritizes _____.

Answer 8

Coagulation, cutting

Question 9

Which statement below about harmonic blades is CORRECT?

Answer 9

They should be connected to the HP054 hand piece (transducer) using a disposable hand switch with adapter

Question 10

What are the 3 tip configurations for harmonic blades?

Answer 10

Curved blade, dissecting hook, ball coagulator

Question 11

Dr. Lu is a GYN surgeon always interested in new devices and technology. One of his major concerns in his laparoscopic hysterectomy is the potential thermal damage when working around vital structures deep in the pelvis. What is the MOST SUITABLE feature of harmonic ace+ you can introduce to Dr. Lu?

Answer 11

Adaptive tissue technology

Question 12

On the harmonic focus+ long shears with adaptive tissue technology, what is the vessel sealing indication?

Answer 12

Up to 5mm

Question 13

Harmonic focus + was especially designed considering ______ needs.

Answer 13

Head and neck surgery

Question 14

What benefit results from harmonic focus+ having a slimmer design?

Answer 14

Improved visualization and control in narrow spaces around delicate nerves

Question 15

On the harmonic focus+ long shears with adaptive tissue technology, which are the easy to reach buttons available?

Answer 15

Max and MIN

Question 16

Harmonic 1100 is designed for use exclusively with the Ethicon generator (GEN11) software Version _____ or later.

Answer 16

2018-1

Question 17

The harmonic devices that feature adanvced hemostasis mode, and therefore can sell up to and including 7mm vessels, are:

Answer 17

Ace+7 and 1100

Question 18

How does adaptive tissue technology help enhance tissue pad life in harmonic 1100 shears

Answer 18

It’s improved algorithm set the maximum blade temperature to just blow the point where tissue pads can potentially occur, and above where the desired tissue effects occur

Question 19

The following are approved indications for the harmonic ace+ 7 shears with advanced hemostasis :

Answer 19

7mm vessel ligation, transection of soft tissuee

Question 20

A thoracic surgeon told you she is always looking for ways to minimize the time spent on less critical steps in the procedure, such as dealing with adhesions. She also mentioned that create significant oozing as well as contribute to postoperative drainage. Which harmonic 1110 claim below would e the LEAST APPROPRIATE to respond her concerns?

Answer 20

Harmonic 1100 produces consistent and reliable hemostasis can be used in challenging hemostasis conditions,such as inflamed and/or fibrous tissue

Question 21

What types of tissue can the harmonic 11000 shears be used on? (Select all that apply)

Answer 21

Vessels

Lymph nodes

Soft tissue

Question 22

Which statement is FALSE about harmonic 1100 when compared to harmonic ace+ 7?

Answer 22

Harmonic 1100 had higher maximum blade temperature than ace+7

Question 23

What is the benefit of harmonic 1100 shears having a curved, tapered blade geometry that mirrors a mechanical dissector?

Answer 23

Reduces he need to use a separate dedicated dissecting instrument

Question 24

What are the main benefits of the refined blade design of harmonic ace+7 shears

Answer 24

Precision and multi functionality

Question 25

Harmonic 1100 shears had transection speeds ____ % faster than harmonic ace+7 shears with advanced hemostasis for shorter heat exposure on tissue.

Answer 25

35%

Question 26

You would recommend harmonic focus + long shears to a ____ surgeon performing a/an_____

Answer 26

General surgeon, open pancreatectomy

Question 27

What is the maximum vessel sealing indication for harmonic focus+ curved shears?

Answer 27

5mm

Question 28

Which is NOT a benefit of harmonic focus+ with adaptive tissue technology?

Answer 28

Rotation knob allows the shaft to rotate 360 for better maneuverability in tight spaces

Question 29

The following are approved indications for the harmonic ace+ 7 shears with advanced hemostasis

Answer 29

7mm vessel ligation, transection of soft tissue