Surgical Tech Practice Quiz-solved

The doctrine of respondeat superior refers to: - correct answer-"Let the Master answer" or the Employer is responsible for the employee's actions Wrapped instrument sets must be sterilized for ____ minutes at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for steam sterilization. - correct answer-at least 30 minutes The complete destruction of all living organisms is known as: - correct answer-Sterilization How long should the EtO biological indicator be incubated before the reading is recorded? - correct answer-48 hours The combination of what two factors kills microbes during steam sterilization? - correct answer-Heat and Moisture What is the technical term for robotic arms? - correct answer-Manipulators What medical terminology suffix means "surgical puncture to remove fluid?" - correct answer--Centesis How much fluid is required to inflate the indwelling Foley catheter 5 cc balloon? - correct answer-10 cc altogether 5 ccs = inflate the balloon and 5 ccs remains in the catheter tubing The temperature in the Operating Room is maintained between: - correct answer-65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit Spherically shaped bacteria that occur in chains are referred to as: - correct answer-Streptococci A resectoscope is used during a/an: - correct answer-Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) Which type of suture technique is used to invert the stump of the appendix during an appendectomy? - correct answer-Purse-String Which type of scissors are the best choice for extending an arterial incision? - correct answer-Potts-Smith Scissors