Surgery Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5 layers of the scalp?
A
Skin Connective tissue Aponeurosis Loose connective tissue Periosteum
2
Q
What are the 4 methods of local anaesthesia?
A
topical
local infiltration
nerve block
field block
3
Q
In which groups of patients is lidocaine excretion reduced?
A
liver, renal, cardiac failure, in the young and the elderly
4
Q
What is the maximum safe dose of lidocaine?
A
50ml 1%
5
Q
What is the purpose of adrenaline?
A
prolongs anaesthesia and reduces bleeding
6
Q
What is the standard method of removal of most skin lesions?
A
elliptical biopsy
