Exam 7: Surgical

Why is the use of antiseptic solutions contraindicated in the lavage of wounds?

Which type of sterilization indicator identifies materials that have been exposed to steam but does not ensure the materials are sterilized?

Tail docking and dewclaw removal are common procedures to perform in purebred puppies. At what age should these procedures be performed?

Septic arthritis of the coffin and/or pastern joints in cattle is best surgically treated by which procedure?

Which forceps are used to cut and remove pieces of bone?

A cow is present for rumenotomy. What is the best surgical approach for this procedure?

What is the term for the collection of bone from another part of the animal's body?

When steam sterilizing surgical packs, how long should the materials be exposed to steam once an autoclave reaches 121 degrees F in order to ensure sterility?

Which type of bandage is applied to a horse's extremities to force blood out of the limb, while a tourniquet prevents the blood from returning?

If a team member is scrubbing in for surgery and is performing what is referred to as an "anatomical scrub," what is this team member doing?

What is the excessive granulation tissue found on open wounds of the distal aspect of equine limbs called?

What size clipper blade is used to remove hair from the surgical site?

Inflammatory, Debridement, Repair, and Maturation are the four phases of what process?

For visualization during arthroscopic procedures, how are the joints distended during surgery?

What is the band used for castration above the scrotum in calves, lambs, and kids called?

Technician Sally's patient is starting to experience hypothermia from a prolonged surgical procedure. How can Sally treat and prevent hypothermia while in the surgical suite?

What are the simple loops of suture that pass through the viscus of the stomach or bladder and are held together at the ends with a clamp called?

If a patient is diagnosed with an inguinal hernia, what is the preferred remedy for the condition?

Which of the following statements is true about folding and packaging a surgical gown and how that affects its sterility?

Sally has a patient that is post-operatively licking and chewing at its incision. Which method(s)is acceptable for preventing or discouraging a patient from licking or chewing at an incision?