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Located in the sockets of the alveolar processes of
Teeth
the mandible and maxillae
Category of a surgical procedure entering the
Clean-contaminated GI/GU/Resp tracts ( increased risk due to the bacteria
we have there)
Bronchoscope is inserted through the mouth and into
Clean-contaminated the brachial tube is considered what category of a
procedure
A solution used to soften the zonules holding the lens
Alpha-chymotrypsin
before cataract surgery to ease extraction of the lens
Enter head first, exit feet How should the patient be placed in the elevator
first when being transported to the OR on the stretcher?
A curved transverse incision across the lower
Pfannenstiel abdomen used frequently in gynecological
procedures
Metal trays that are perforated or have a mesh bottom
Flat
should be placed on the sterilizing cart:
Excessive amount of potassium in the blood, can
Hyperkalmia
cause cardiac irregularities
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Influences the electrical excitability of cells, effects
the cells volume, it's balance is important in
Potassium
maintaining the acid-base balance, the amount affects
cell metabolism
Type of scissors used to cut tough tissue, such as
Curved Mayo
fascia, tendons and muscle
Type of laser that can travel through clear fluids and
Argon
tissue
Obtained by the patient before any invasive surgery
can be performed. It protects the patient because it
Informed consent
verifies that he/she understands the condition to be
treated and the intervention to be performed
Portion of the stomach that surrounds the superior
Cardiac
opening of the stomach
Spores and M. Low-level disinfectants kill most types of bacteria and
tuberculosis some fungi and viruses, but does not kill:
Syndactyly Webbing of the digits is termed:
Back table Surgical packs are opened:
Located in the pancreas, secretes glucagon, insulin,
Islets of Langerhans
somatostatin and pancreatic polypeptide
Extraction Removal of teeth
Resection of the bone surrounding the tooth prior to
Odontectomy
the removal of a tooth
Gram negative rod bacteria that is part of the normal
Escherichia coli flora of the intestinal tract of humans and is an
opportunistic bacterial
The skin is rendered after a properly performed
Surgically clean
surgical scrub is done
The pancreatic ducts join and distal end of the
Ampulla of Vator
common bile duct
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Name, date of birth, Identifies the patient on their ID bracelet prior to
physician being transported to the OR
Spirilli spiral shaped bacteria
Gallbladder Stores bile until it is needed in the small intestine
Circulator Not part of the sterile team in the OR
Time relates to the length Three factors for reducing ionizing radiation exposure
of time the surgical
technologist is exposed,
shielding is the donning of
lead aprons, and distance
is standing as far away as
possible out of the path of
the direct beam of
ionizing radiation
Duodenum Starts at the pyloric sphincter of the stomach
Position used patients undergoing kidney surgery to
Lateral
expose the operative site
Obligated intracellular parasites usually transmitted
Rickettsiae
by arthropod vectors
Procedure using binocular microscope during an
Colposcopy
examination of the vagina
Compression of the heart due to a collection of
Tamponade
blood or fluid within the pericardium
Surgical puncture of a joint space with a needle to
Arthrocentesis
remove fluid
-centesis surgical puncture to remove fluid
Arthro- joint
Cecum The appendix is attached to
Test that determines the shape and grouping
Gram stain
characteristics of bacteria
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Dilates the pupil for examination of the retina,
Mydriatics
refraction testing, or easier removal of the lens
Optimal surgical position for a mitral valve
Supine
replacement procedure
Laser used because the beam travels through clear
Argon tissues without heating it, making it ideal for use on
retinal disorders
Bacillus Organism used as a biological indicator which is killed
stearothermophilus when exposed to steam sterilization conditions
Anaerobes bacteria that can live without oxygen
Abnormal tract that is open on both ends, is most
Fistula often develops after bladder, bowel and pelvic
procedures
Drug that neutralizes or impedes the action of another
Antagonist
drug or reverses its effects
Both ovaries, both If a tumor of an ovary is found to be malignant, the
Fallopian tubes, uterus surgeon will excise:
An exaggeration of the thoracic curve of the spine,
Kyphosis
resulting in a condition called hunchback
Medical term for a bunion, which is an bony exostosis
Hallux valgus located on the medial side of the first metatarsal head
of the big toe
Binds the small intestines to the posterior abdominal
Mesentery
wall
Inguinal incision Another name for a lower oblique incision
Methylprednisolone A steroid used topically to diminish inflammation after
acetate (Depo-Medrol) ophthalmic surgery
Coude Urinary catheter with a small curved tapered tip
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Terms in this set (1033)
Located in the sockets of the alveolar processes of
Teeth
the mandible and maxillae
Category of a surgical procedure entering the
Clean-contaminated GI/GU/Resp tracts ( increased risk due to the bacteria
we have there)
Bronchoscope is inserted through the mouth and into
Clean-contaminated the brachial tube is considered what category of a
procedure
A solution used to soften the zonules holding the lens
Alpha-chymotrypsin
before cataract surgery to ease extraction of the lens
Enter head first, exit feet How should the patient be placed in the elevator
first when being transported to the OR on the stretcher?
A curved transverse incision across the lower
Pfannenstiel abdomen used frequently in gynecological
procedures
Metal trays that are perforated or have a mesh bottom
Flat
should be placed on the sterilizing cart:
Excessive amount of potassium in the blood, can
Hyperkalmia
cause cardiac irregularities
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Influences the electrical excitability of cells, effects
the cells volume, it's balance is important in
Potassium
maintaining the acid-base balance, the amount affects
cell metabolism
Type of scissors used to cut tough tissue, such as
Curved Mayo
fascia, tendons and muscle
Type of laser that can travel through clear fluids and
Argon
tissue
Obtained by the patient before any invasive surgery
can be performed. It protects the patient because it
Informed consent
verifies that he/she understands the condition to be
treated and the intervention to be performed
Portion of the stomach that surrounds the superior
Cardiac
opening of the stomach
Spores and M. Low-level disinfectants kill most types of bacteria and
tuberculosis some fungi and viruses, but does not kill:
Syndactyly Webbing of the digits is termed:
Back table Surgical packs are opened:
Located in the pancreas, secretes glucagon, insulin,
Islets of Langerhans
somatostatin and pancreatic polypeptide
Extraction Removal of teeth
Resection of the bone surrounding the tooth prior to
Odontectomy
the removal of a tooth
Gram negative rod bacteria that is part of the normal
Escherichia coli flora of the intestinal tract of humans and is an
opportunistic bacterial
The skin is rendered after a properly performed
Surgically clean
surgical scrub is done
The pancreatic ducts join and distal end of the
Ampulla of Vator
common bile duct
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Name, date of birth, Identifies the patient on their ID bracelet prior to
physician being transported to the OR
Spirilli spiral shaped bacteria
Gallbladder Stores bile until it is needed in the small intestine
Circulator Not part of the sterile team in the OR
Time relates to the length Three factors for reducing ionizing radiation exposure
of time the surgical
technologist is exposed,
shielding is the donning of
lead aprons, and distance
is standing as far away as
possible out of the path of
the direct beam of
ionizing radiation
Duodenum Starts at the pyloric sphincter of the stomach
Position used patients undergoing kidney surgery to
Lateral
expose the operative site
Obligated intracellular parasites usually transmitted
Rickettsiae
by arthropod vectors
Procedure using binocular microscope during an
Colposcopy
examination of the vagina
Compression of the heart due to a collection of
Tamponade
blood or fluid within the pericardium
Surgical puncture of a joint space with a needle to
Arthrocentesis
remove fluid
-centesis surgical puncture to remove fluid
Arthro- joint
Cecum The appendix is attached to
Test that determines the shape and grouping
Gram stain
characteristics of bacteria
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Dilates the pupil for examination of the retina,
Mydriatics
refraction testing, or easier removal of the lens
Optimal surgical position for a mitral valve
Supine
replacement procedure
Laser used because the beam travels through clear
Argon tissues without heating it, making it ideal for use on
retinal disorders
Bacillus Organism used as a biological indicator which is killed
stearothermophilus when exposed to steam sterilization conditions
Anaerobes bacteria that can live without oxygen
Abnormal tract that is open on both ends, is most
Fistula often develops after bladder, bowel and pelvic
procedures
Drug that neutralizes or impedes the action of another
Antagonist
drug or reverses its effects
Both ovaries, both If a tumor of an ovary is found to be malignant, the
Fallopian tubes, uterus surgeon will excise:
An exaggeration of the thoracic curve of the spine,
Kyphosis
resulting in a condition called hunchback
Medical term for a bunion, which is an bony exostosis
Hallux valgus located on the medial side of the first metatarsal head
of the big toe
Binds the small intestines to the posterior abdominal
Mesentery
wall
Inguinal incision Another name for a lower oblique incision
Methylprednisolone A steroid used topically to diminish inflammation after
acetate (Depo-Medrol) ophthalmic surgery
Coude Urinary catheter with a small curved tapered tip
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