FLS Exam Questions and Verified Solutions

FLS Exam Questions and Verified Solutions What are the laparoscope diameters? - 2-10mm Which degree scope is best for a field in line with port? - 0 degree How to prevent fogging of scope? - Use anti fog solution or put scope in hot water/hot bath What is the most commonly used light source? - 300 W Xenon lamp What if there is initial low pressure and high flow rate at entry? - Leak in insufflator circuit, make sure everything plugged in correctly Benefits of monopolar - Tissue is heated quickly, less thermal damage/coagulation Monopolar voltage/frequency - Low voltage/High frequency What does coagulation mode do? - Repid surface heating with shallow depth of necrosis, intermittent wave form with higher voltage Risk of monopolar - Current can be diverted through unintentional pathways, leading to inadvertent tissue injury. Don't use hybrid