Surgical Procedures

Question 1

Endoscopic visualization of the esophagus

Answer 1

Esophagoscopy

Question 2

Endoscopic visualization of the Anal Canal, Rectum, and sigmoid colon

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Proctosigmoidoscopy

Question 3

Formation of a permanent or temporary opening into the colon brought out onto the abdominal wall as a stoma

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Colostomy

Question 4

It is performed to DIVERT the fecal stream from the distal colon.

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Temporary colostomy

Question 5

It is performed to treat malignancies of the colon.

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Permanent colostomy

Question 6

Position of proctosigmoidoscopy includes;

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Jacknife, modified lateral/sims, Lithotomy

Question 7

Possible sites for colostomy

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Ileostomy, cecostomy, ascending colostomy, transverse colostomy, descending colostomy, sigmoid colostomy

Question 8

Excision of the veins of the anus and associated overlying skin and anoderm (externally) and mucous membrame (internally)

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Hemorrhoidectomy

Question 9

The gradual enlargement of the cervical canal and removal (by scraping) of endocervical or endometrial tissue for histologic study.

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Dilatation of the cervix and Curettage of the uterus (D&C)

Question 10

Surgery to correct an abnormal bulging of internal organs, often the intestines through a weakness in a muscular wall.

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Herniorrhaphy

Question 11

It is a multifascial defect in the groin

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Inguinal hernia

Question 12

Multifascial defect in the umbilicus

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Umbilocal hernia

Question 13

Defect in the abdominal wall between the xiphoid process and umbilicus through which fat protrudes

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Epigastric hernia

Question 14

Pre op preparation for amputation

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*Assess medication history
* Discuss for possible phantom limb pain
* Ensure adequate hydration

Question 15

Intra op preparation for amputation

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*Monitor temperature
*Maintain sterility
*Anesthesia administered

Question 16

Post op preparation for amputation

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*Monitor vital signs
*Move stump often to encourage circulation
* When dressing stump, wrap it loosely
* Maintain joint movement
*Observe dressing for excessive bleeding

Question 17

Is the resection of the prostate by means of a cystoscope passed through the urethra

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TURP - Transurethral Resection of Prostate

Question 18

This instrument is used when performing TURP

Answer 18

Cystoscope

Question 19

Surgical resection of all or more commonly part of the stomach

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Gastrectomy

Question 20

It is the surgical opening into the thoracic cavity

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Thoracostomy

Question 21

It is an opening of the Skull

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Craniotomy

Question 22

It is the most basic form of craniotomy, It is also a limited opening through which blood or fluid may be evacuated or instruments inserted, to divide neural tracts.

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Burr hole

Question 23

What are the numerous neurosurgical treated with craniotomy;

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*Intracranial aneurysm
*Occluded and malformed intracranial vessel
* Subdural or Epidural hematoma
* Neurologic disorders
* Hydrocephalus
* Congenital abnormalities

Question 24

It is the excision of the faucial tonsils

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Tonsillectomy

Question 25

It is the surgical removal of the bladder

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Cholecystectomy

Question 26

It is the surgical removal of one or both breasts. This is most commonly performed to remove a malignant tumor

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Mastectomy

Question 27

Mastectomy preparation

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*Evaluate health and ensure the patient is fit to the surgery * Patient must submit to laboratory tests; routine blood workshop, urinalysis, ECG *If the patient is taking medication, the surgeon and anesthesiologist should be notified * Patient should be NPO after midnight on the night prior to surgery * Showering with an antibacterial soap the night before surgery may be required of the patient * Consent form should be signed by the patient

Question 28

It is the surgical removal of the veniform appendix

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Appendectomy

Question 29

Removal of all or a portion of the thyroid gland

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Thyroidectomy

Question 30

It is the removal of the uterus, fallopian tubes and the corresponding ovaries through an abdominal incision

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Total Abdominal Hysterectomy and Bilateral Salpingo Oophrectomy (TAHBSO)

Question 31

Excision of the portion of tunica vaginalis testis with evacuation of fluid contained within

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Hydrocelectomy

Question 32

It is an accumulation of serous fluid around the testis withtin the tunica vaginalis resting from trauma or infection or occuring spontaneously

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Hydrocele

Question 33

It is the endoscopic examination of the interior of the urethra, the bladder, and urethral orrifices

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Cystoscopy

Question 34

Removal of the kidney

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Nephrectomy

Question 35

It is the Excision of one or more lobe of the lung

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Pulmonary Lobectomy

Question 36

Removal of the lung

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Pneumonectomy

Question 37

Involves the correction of congenital anomalies, acquired diseases of the heart, pericardium and great vessels.

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Cardiac procedures

Question 38

Involves the excision and replacement of the diseased aortic valve

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Aortic valve replacement

Question 39

Invloves the excision and replacement of the diseased mitral valve

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Mitral valve replacement

Question 40

Refers to the grafting of the internal mammary artery or segements of outologous saphenpus vein to bypass coronary obstruction

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Coronary artery bypass

Question 41

It is a technique by which the patient's blood is diverted, oxygenated and reperfused

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Cardiopulmonary bypass

Question 42

The purpose of this is to increase coronary artery blood flow and to assist peripheral perfusion

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Intra-aortic balloon catheter

Question 43

It is the substitution of the femoral head with prosthesis and reconstruction of the acetabulum with the placement of an ancetabular cup or metal

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Total hip replacement

Question 44

Resection of the colon ( A portion of the transverse colon, ascending colon, and cecum)

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Hemicolectomy

Question 45

Sanding of the skin to smooth scars and surface irregilarities

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Dermabrasion

Question 46

Implantation of breast prostheses for the purpose of enlarging the breast

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Augmentation Mammoplasty

Question 47

Incision of the tympanic membrane

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Myringotomy

Question 48

Removal of opaque occular lens

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Cataract extraction with PCIOL

Question 49

Meaning of PCIOL

Answer 49

Posterior chamber IntraOccular lens replacement of opaque occular lens