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Surgical Instruments Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary purpose of surgical instruments?

A

To assist surgeons in performing surgical procedures safely and effectively.

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2
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True or False: Scalpel blades are used for cutting tissue.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The instrument used to grasp tissue is called a __________.

A

forceps

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4
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What type of surgical instrument is a hemostat?

A

A clamp used to control bleeding by occluding blood vessels.

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5
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Which instrument is commonly used for suturing?

A

Needle holder

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6
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of scalpel blade? A) #10 B) #15 C) #20 D) #11

A

C) #20

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7
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What is the function of scissors in surgery?

A

To cut tissues or materials such as sutures.

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8
Q

True or False: Surgical forceps can be classified as either thumb forceps or locking forceps.

A

True

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9
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is used to retract tissues during surgery.

A

retractor

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10
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What is the purpose of a suction device in surgery?

A

To remove blood and other fluids from the surgical site.

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11
Q

Multiple choice: Which of the following instruments is used to cut bone? A) Scissors B) Osteotome C) Forceps D) Scalpel

A

B) Osteotome

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12
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What is the role of a scalpel handle?

A

To hold the blade securely while allowing for precise control during cutting.

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13
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True or False: A laparoscope is an instrument used for open surgeries.

A

False

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14
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to hold tissues together during a surgical procedure.

A

Clamps

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15
Q

What type of instrument is used to create an incision?

A

Scalpel

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16
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Multiple choice: Which instrument is specifically designed to hold a needle? A) Forceps B) Scissors C) Needle holder D) Hemostat

A

C) Needle holder

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17
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What is the function of an electrocautery device?

A

To cut tissue and coagulate blood vessels using electrical current.

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18
Q

True or False: All surgical instruments are made of stainless steel.

A

False

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19
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to help visualize the surgical area by providing illumination.

A

Surgical lights

20
Q

What is the primary use of a retractor during surgery?

A

To hold back or retract tissues for better visibility and access.

21
Q

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of retractor? A) Deaver B) Richardson C) Finochietto D) Scalpel

A

D) Scalpel

22
Q

What is the purpose of a surgical drape?

A

To maintain a sterile field during surgery.

23
Q

True or False: Surgical instruments should be cleaned and sterilized after each use.

A

True

24
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to provide access to internal organs during laparoscopic surgery.

A

Trocars

25
Q

What is a common type of scissors used in surgical procedures?

A

Mayo scissors

26
Q

Multiple choice: Which instrument is used to cut fascia? A) Scissors B) Scalpel C) Osteotome D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

27
Q

What is the main function of a dilator in surgery?

A

To gradually widen an opening or passage.

28
Q

True or False: A speculum is used to examine body cavities.

A

True

29
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ is an instrument used to grasp and manipulate tissues.

A

forceps

30
Q

What type of instrument is a curette?

A

An instrument used to scrape tissue or debris from a surface.

31
Q

Multiple choice: Which of the following is used to stabilize a fracture? A) Cast B) Plate C) Screw D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

32
Q

True or False: Surgical instruments can be categorized into cutting, grasping, and suturing instruments.

A

True

33
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to close incisions and wounds.

A

Sutures

34
Q

What is the function of a trocar in surgery?

A

To create an access point for instruments during minimally invasive procedures.

35
Q

Multiple choice: Which instrument is used for cauterization? A) Forceps B) Hemostat C) Electrocautery D) Scissors

A

C) Electrocautery

36
Q

What is a common use for a needle holder?

A

To securely hold a suture needle while suturing.

37
Q

True or False: Scissors used in surgery should have a straight blade only.

A

False

38
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are instruments that help to minimize tissue trauma during surgery.

A

Minimally invasive instruments

39
Q

What is the role of a sponge in surgical procedures?

A

To absorb blood and fluids from the surgical field.

40
Q

Multiple choice: Which of the following instruments is used to hold back skin during surgery? A) Hemostat B) Retractor C) Scissors D) Forceps

A

B) Retractor

41
Q

True or False: Surgical instruments do not require regular maintenance.

A

False

42
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to close wounds and incisions in the skin.

A

Sutures

43
Q

What is the purpose of a surgical sponge?

A

To absorb fluids and help maintain a clear surgical field.

44
Q

Multiple choice: Which instrument is used for dissecting tissue? A) Scissors B) Scalpel C) Forceps D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

45
Q

True or False: The design of surgical instruments can impact their effectiveness.

A

True

46
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ are used to hold blood vessels open during surgery.

A

Dilators

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