Question 1

How does a laser cut away tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)   It vaporizes unwanted tissue.
B)   Extreme cold destroys unwanted tissue.
C)   A needle heated by electric current destroys the target tissue.
D)   It removes all unwanted tissue with a sharp blade.
E)   The bright light shrinks the tissue.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 2

Which of the following is characteristic of a topical anesthetic?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is injected under the skin.
B)   It is used when the pain is severe.
C)   It is applied directly to the skin.
D)   It takes only 30 seconds for the area to become sufficiently anesthetized.
E)   It provides general anesthesia.F) A) and C)
G) C) and E)

Question 3

Which numbered item in the diagram is the second step in wrapping instruments for sterilization?

Accepted Answer

A)   5
B)   1
C)   7
D)   4
E)   2F) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 4

The proliferation phase of healing is characterized by ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   a constriction of blood vessels
B)   the formation of scar tissue
C)   a release of white blood cells
D)   the development of new tissue
E)   the clotting of bloodF) None of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 5

The first step in preventing a nonsurgical wound from becoming infected is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   cleansing
B)   irrigation
C)   debridement
D)   electrocauterization
E)   drainingF) All of the above
G) B) and D)

Question 6

The loss of sensation, particularly the feeling of pain, is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The loss of sensation, particularly the feeling...

Question 7

Which of the following occurs during the inflammatory phase of healing?

Accepted Answer

A)   New tissue forms
B)   Blood vessels in the affected area constrict
C)   Scar tissue forms
D)   Skin cells at the edge of the wound move together to close off the wound
E)   A scab forms over the woundF) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 8

Which of the following are characteristics of absorbable sutures?

Accepted Answer

A)   They are made of gut and do not require removal after the wound has healed.
B)   They are used for the outside layer.
C)   They must be removed after wound healing is well under way.
D)   They are made of silk, nylon, or Dacron.
E)   They are inserted into the skin with a disposable staple unit.F) A) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 9

Which step helps prevent a latex glove allergy?

Accepted Answer

A)   Select gloves with more powder on the inside
B)   Put on gloves with slightly wet hands
C)   Avoid the use of hand lotion
D)   Clean areas contaminated with latex-containing dust frequently
E)   Wear gloves as often as possible to desensitize your skinF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 10

Instruments that are most often used to grasp or hold objects are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   scalpels
B)   curettes
C)   forceps
D)   scissors
E)   probesF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 11

An onychectomy tray is a ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   nail removal tray
B)   laceration tray
C)   foreign body or growth removal tray
D)   male sterilization tray
E)   incision and drainage trayF) B) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 12

What part of the sterile field is considered contaminated?

Accepted Answer

A)   The outer 2 inches
B)   All of the sterile field is sterile
C)   The outer 1/2 inch
D)   The outer 1 inch
E)   The edge of the field closest to the patientF) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 13

What is the appropriate way to pour a sterile solution into a sterile bowl in the sterile field?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cover the label on the bottle with the palm of your hand to keep the label dry
B)   Pour the liquid directly into the bowl and avoid discarding any
C)   Pour the liquid quickly into the bowl
D)   Place the cap of the bottle facing down
E)   Hold the bottle at an angle that allows you to reach over the sterile areaF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 14

________ is required for all instruments or supplies that will penetrate a patient's skin or come in contact with any other normally sterile areas of the body.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ is required for all instruments or...

Question 15

A common type of instrument tray is a(n) ________ tray, which is used for the removal of a nail.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A common type of instrument tray is...

Question 16

Which is the appropriate way to cleanse an area before surgery?

Accepted Answer

A)   Place a sterile towel around the surgical site
B)   Cleanse the surgical site with alcohol
C)   Begin at the outer edges of the surgical site and work inward
D)   Clean an area at least 2 inches larger than the surgical site
E)   Clean in a zigzag path across the preparation areaF) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 17

The most commonly used antiseptic for minor surgery is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   Betadine
B)   Xylocaine
C)   epinephrine
D)   hydrogen peroxide
E)   isopropyl alcoholF) A) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 18

Which method uses extreme cold to destroy unwanted tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)   Laser surgery
B)   Cryosurgery
C)   Conventional surgery
D)   Electrocauterization
E)   Needle biopsyF) All of the above
G) C) and D)

Question 19

What is the correct way to clean and preheat the autoclave?

Accepted Answer

A)   Fill the water reservoir with tap water
B)   Check the discharge lines and valves for obstruction
C)   Overheat the chamber to warm it
D)   Clean the autoclave after several uses
E)   Load cold instruments into an overheated chamberF) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 20

Surgical instruments used to hold back the sides of a wound or incision for greater access are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   retractors
B)   forceps
C)   curettes
D)   scalpels
E)   probesF) D) and E)
G) None of the above

Exam 44: Assisting With Minor Surgery

What is the appropriate way to pour a sterile solution into a sterile bowl in the sterile field?

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Instruments that are most often used to grasp or hold objects are ____.

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The first step in preventing a nonsurgical wound from becoming infected is ____.

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How does a laser cut away tissue?

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A common type of instrument tray is a(n) ________ tray, which is used for the removal of a nail.

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An onychectomy tray is a ____.

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Which numbered item in the diagram is the second step in wrapping instruments for sterilization?

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Which of the following is characteristic of a topical anesthetic?

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What part of the sterile field is considered contaminated?

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Which of the following occurs during the inflammatory phase of healing?

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Which of the following are characteristics of absorbable sutures?

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Surgical instruments used to hold back the sides of a wound or incision for greater access are ____.

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Which is the appropriate way to cleanse an area before surgery?

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Which method uses extreme cold to destroy unwanted tissue?

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The most commonly used antiseptic for minor surgery is ____.

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What is the correct way to clean and preheat the autoclave?

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________ is required for all instruments or supplies that will penetrate a patient's skin or come in contact with any other normally sterile areas of the body.

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Which step helps prevent a latex glove allergy?

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The proliferation phase of healing is characterized by ____.

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The loss of sensation, particularly the feeling of pain, is ________.

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