Question 1

Which of the following gynecologic instruments is used to remove polyps, secretions, and bits of placental tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sims Uterine Curette 
B)  Endocervical Curette 
C)  Schroeder Uterine Tenaculum Forceps 
D)  Schroeder Uterine Vulsellum Forceps 
E)  Both A and B 
A)  Sims Uterine Curette 
B)  Endocervical Curette 
C)  Schroeder Uterine Tenaculum Forceps 
D)  Schroeder Uterine Vulsellum Forceps 
E)  Both A and B E

Question 2

Match the Metzenbaum (Metz) scissors with the appropriate description and/or function. (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  4 to 5 inches long 
B)  Most frequently used length is 5 inches 
C)  Usual length is 4 inches 
D)  5 to 6 inches long 
E)  Blade has beak or hook
F) Curved or straight blade tips
G) Used to cut and dissect fascia and muscle
H) Used to cut and dissect tissue 
A)  4 to 5 inches long 
B)  Most frequently used length is 5 inches 
C)  Usual length is 4 inches 
D)  5 to 6 inches long 
E)  Blade has beak or hook
F) Curved or straight blade tips
G) Used to cut and dissect fascia and muscle
H) Used to cut and dissect tissue B, H

Question 3

The ridged teeth on the inner surface of the tip of some instruments are called __________. They help prevent tissue from slipping out of the jaws of the instrument.

Accepted Answer

serrations
The ridged teeth on the inner surface of the tip of some instruments are called serrations, and they help prevent tissue from slipping out of the jaws of the instrument.

Question 4

This instrument has a fine tip for retrieval of foreign objects.

Accepted Answer

A)  Nasal speculum 
B)  Splinter forceps 
C)  Needle holder 
D)  Littauer stitch or suture scissors 
A)  Nasal speculum 
B)  Splinter forceps 
C)  Needle holder 
D)  Littauer stitch or suture scissors

Question 5

Each instrument should always be locked before it is immersed in the chemical decontaminant so that the entire surface area can be cleansed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The physician may spray a topical anesthetic (e.g., Exactacain) on a surgical site before injecting a local anesthetic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Match the Mayo scissors with the appropriate description and/or function. (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  4 to 5 inches long 
B)  Most frequently used length is 5 inches 
C)  Usual length is 4 inches 
D)  5 to 6 inches long 
E)  Blade has beak or hook
F) Curved or straight blade tips
G) Used to cut and dissect fascia and muscle
H) Can be used as suture scissors 
A)  4 to 5 inches long 
B)  Most frequently used length is 5 inches 
C)  Usual length is 4 inches 
D)  5 to 6 inches long 
E)  Blade has beak or hook
F) Curved or straight blade tips
G) Used to cut and dissect fascia and muscle
H) Can be used as suture scissors

Question 8

Which of the following catheters is designed to allow it to navigate past obstructions in the urinary tract, such as a swollen prostate in men?

Accepted Answer

A)  Foley Catheter with Inflated Balloon 
B)  Red Robinson Catheter 
C)  Coude Tip Catheter 
D)  Both A and B 
A)  Foley Catheter with Inflated Balloon 
B)  Red Robinson Catheter 
C)  Coude Tip Catheter 
D)  Both A and B

Question 9

A probe is used to search for foreign objects in a wound.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Nylon suture material is nonabsorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Explain the system for identifying suture sizes.

Accepted Answer

Suture materials range in size, with sma

Question 12

Surgical sponges used to absorb blood and drainage during a surgical procedure do not have to be sterile.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

This instrument tip has a groove or hook to slide under sutures.

Accepted Answer

A)  Bayonet forceps 
B)  Littauer stitch or suture scissors 
C)  Probe tip 
D)  Needle holders 
A)  Bayonet forceps 
B)  Littauer stitch or suture scissors 
C)  Probe tip 
D)  Needle holders

Question 14

Which of the following is a smooth-tipped instrument that is used to insert packing into or remove objects from the nose and ear?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bayonet forceps 
B)  Nasal speculum 
C)  Splinter forceps 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Bayonet forceps 
B)  Nasal speculum 
C)  Splinter forceps 
D)  All of the above

Question 15

Hydrogen peroxide is the preferred antiseptic for skin preparation before surgery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Sterile ________ forceps are used to arrange items on a sterile tray.

Accepted Answer

transfer
Sterile tra

Question 17

A localized collection of pus that causes tissue destruction is called a(n) __________.

Accepted Answer

abscess
A localized

Question 18

A(n) ________ is a metal probe that is inserted into or passed through a catheter, needle, or tube to clear the equipment of secretions or to help pass it into a body orifice.

Accepted Answer

stylus
A stylus is a metal pro

Question 19

Which of these anesthetic agents is injected into subcutaneous tissue, resulting in temporary cessation of feeling at the site of the injection?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nesacaine 
B)  Ethyl chloride 
C)  Fluori-Methane 
D)  Sensorcaine 
E)  A and D 
A)  Nesacaine 
B)  Ethyl chloride 
C)  Fluori-Methane 
D)  Sensorcaine 
E)  A and D

Question 20

Match the Iris scissors with the appropriate description and/or function. (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  4 to 5 inches long 
B)  Most frequently used length is 5 inches 
C)  Usual length is 4 inches 
D)  5 to 6 inches long 
E)  Blade has beak or hook
F) Curved or straight blade tips
G) Used to cut and dissect fascia and muscle
H) Can be used as suture scissors 
A)  4 to 5 inches long 
B)  Most frequently used length is 5 inches 
C)  Usual length is 4 inches 
D)  5 to 6 inches long 
E)  Blade has beak or hook
F) Curved or straight blade tips
G) Used to cut and dissect fascia and muscle
H) Can be used as suture scissors

Exam 49: Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Which of the following gynecologic instruments is used to remove polyps, secretions, and bits of placental tissue?

Match the Metzenbaum (Metz) scissors with the appropriate description and/or function. (Select all that apply.)

The ridged teeth on the inner surface of the tip of some instruments are called __________. They help prevent tissue from slipping out of the jaws of the instrument.

This instrument has a fine tip for retrieval of foreign objects.

Each instrument should always be locked before it is immersed in the chemical decontaminant so that the entire surface area can be cleansed.

The physician may spray a topical anesthetic (e.g., Exactacain) on a surgical site before injecting a local anesthetic.

Match the Mayo scissors with the appropriate description and/or function. (Select all that apply.)

Which of the following catheters is designed to allow it to navigate past obstructions in the urinary tract, such as a swollen prostate in men?

A probe is used to search for foreign objects in a wound.

Nylon suture material is nonabsorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity.

Explain the system for identifying suture sizes.

Surgical sponges used to absorb blood and drainage during a surgical procedure do not have to be sterile.

This instrument tip has a groove or hook to slide under sutures.

Which of the following is a smooth-tipped instrument that is used to insert packing into or remove objects from the nose and ear?

Hydrogen peroxide is the preferred antiseptic for skin preparation before surgery.

Sterile ________ forceps are used to arrange items on a sterile tray.

A localized collection of pus that causes tissue destruction is called a(n) __________.

A(n) ________ is a metal probe that is inserted into or passed through a catheter, needle, or tube to clear the equipment of secretions or to help pass it into a body orifice.

Which of these anesthetic agents is injected into subcutaneous tissue, resulting in temporary cessation of feeling at the site of the injection?

Match the Iris scissors with the appropriate description and/or function. (Select all that apply.)

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