Surgical Asepsis (NUR 2090)
Questions with 100% Correct Answers
aspiration Correct Answer: When solids or liquids enter the lungs during
inhalation.
atelectasis Correct Answer: Collapse of airways and small sections of the lung as
a result of shallow breathing. The collapsing of the lung during expansion.
certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Correct Answer: Ensures the utensils needed
during surgery are sterile and ready for use.
circulating nurse Correct Answer: Coordinates the care of the client before,
during, and after the surgical procedure.
deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Correct Answer: A condition that results from a
blood clot inside a deep vein, usually within the extremities.
dehiscence Correct Answer: The complete or partial separation of the suture
line and underlying tissues that occurs when a wound fails to heal properly.
evisceration Correct Answer: Protrusion of internal organs through a surgical
wound which has dehisced or opened.
general anesthesia Correct Answer: The use of medications or inhalants to
depress the central nervous system.
informed consent Correct Answer: Formal permission granted with the
knowledge of the possible consequences and alternatives.
local anesthetics Correct Answer: Medication administered to prevent the
conduction of pain impulses and allows the client to remain awake and alert.
Questions with 100% Correct Answers
aspiration Correct Answer: When solids or liquids enter the lungs during
inhalation.
atelectasis Correct Answer: Collapse of airways and small sections of the lung as
a result of shallow breathing. The collapsing of the lung during expansion.
certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Correct Answer: Ensures the utensils needed
during surgery are sterile and ready for use.
circulating nurse Correct Answer: Coordinates the care of the client before,
during, and after the surgical procedure.
deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Correct Answer: A condition that results from a
blood clot inside a deep vein, usually within the extremities.
dehiscence Correct Answer: The complete or partial separation of the suture
line and underlying tissues that occurs when a wound fails to heal properly.
evisceration Correct Answer: Protrusion of internal organs through a surgical
wound which has dehisced or opened.
general anesthesia Correct Answer: The use of medications or inhalants to
depress the central nervous system.
informed consent Correct Answer: Formal permission granted with the
knowledge of the possible consequences and alternatives.
local anesthetics Correct Answer: Medication administered to prevent the
conduction of pain impulses and allows the client to remain awake and alert.
