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You are preparing for an abdominal myomectomy. The patient is known
to have 2 large fibroids. How can you BEST prepare considering the
number of fibriods. - CORRECT ANSWERS- Arrange for multiple
specimen containers.
What is the PRIMARY risk associated with the incorrect management
of surgical specimens? - CORRECT ANSWERS- Long-lasting effects
including incorrect diagnosis and treatment.
How should a flexible endoscope be categorized using the Spaulding
Classification system? - CORRECT ANSWERS- Semi-critical item
What is the advantage of using rigid containers? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
They protect instruments from damage.
How can smoking cessation 4 weeks before surgery help the patient? -
CORRECT ANSWERS- Improves wound healing.
, A facial prepping procedure is being performed. What would you do to
protect the ears? - CORRECT ANSWERS- Insert a cotton ball or
nonradiopaque gauze into the ear canal.
Your patient underwent a prostate seed implantation. What would be a
unique postoperative care instruction? - CORRECT ANSWERS- Patients
must urinate through a strainer for the first week.
What is the correct handling technique for surgical forceps? -
CORRECT ANSWERS- Hold it like a pencil using the thumb and index
finger.
What type of hysterectomy is the LEAST invasive method? - CORRECT
ANSWERS- Vaginal
You are preparing for a laser lithotripsy. You need to ensure proper
patient positioning. What would be the MOST appropriate position? -
CORRECT ANSWERS- **WRONG** supine
A carpal tunnel release is being performed. The surgeon discovers
excessive scar tissue around the median nerve. What complication is
the patient MOST at risk for? - CORRECT ANSWERS- Nerve injury
What is the PRIMARY use of gastrointestinal anastomosis (GIA)
staplers? - CORRECT ANSWERS- To join 2 tubular segments side-by-
side.