MINOR SURGERY

Question 1

surgical asepsis

Answer 1

refers to the use of sterile instrumentation and technique before entering the body

Question 2

sterile field

Answer 2

a work area specially prepared with sterile draping that will hold instruments used in a procedure

Question 3

Mayo stand

Answer 3

metal stand on wheels

Question 4

infiltration anesthesia

Answer 4

injection of anesthesia into the skin and nerve endings in the area of the procedure

Question 5

nerve block anesthesia

Answer 5

injection of anesthesia into the major nerves in the area, which will anesthetize the surrounding area

Question 6

topical anesthesia

Answer 6

anesthesia is painted or sprayed onto the area, skin, or mucous membrane to deaden sensation and relieve pain