Surgical Techniques - Sponges, Dressings, Packings, and Counts 6-C

Question 1

Vocabulary

Glue like substance in which water is the liquid

Answer 1

hydrocolloid

Question 2

Vocabulary

Surgically formed opening connecting a portion of the intestine to the exterior usually thru the abdominal wall

Answer 2

ostomy

Question 3

Vocabulary

the surgical opening of the abdomen

Answer 3

laparotomy

Question 4

Vocabulary

An agent that has a constricting or binding effect

Answer 4

astringent

Question 5

Vocabulary

Separation of tissues through anatomical planes; may be sharp of blunt

Answer 5

dissection

Question 6

Vocabulary

surgical incision of the chest wall

Answer 6

thoracotomy

Question 7

Vocabulary

pertaining to the layer of cells forming the epidermis of the skin

Answer 7

epitheleal

Question 8

Vocabulary

the serous membrane lining of the abdomen

Answer 8

peritoneum

Question 9

Vocabulary

fleshy projections formed on the surface of a gaping wound that is healing by second or third intention

Answer 9

granulation

Question 10

Vocabulary

unicellular organism such as a bacteria or protozoa

Answer 10

microbe

Question 11

Vocabulary

use of a sponge or blunt instrument to separate tissue on a normal anatomical plane

Answer 11

blunt dissection

Question 12

Vocabulary

impenetrable to x-rays or other forms of radiation

Answer 12

radiopaque

Question 13

Vocabulary

use of a knife, scissors, or cutting instrument to separate tissue

Answer 13

sharp dissection

Question 14

Vocabulary

removal of a protecting layer of tissue thru surgery, pathological change, or trauma

Answer 14

denuded

Question 15

Vocabulary

capable of allowing the passage of fluids

Answer 15

permeability

Question 16

Vocabulary

a fluid released from the body with a high concentration of protein cells or solid debris

Answer 16

exudate

Question 17

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

When attached to an instrument, these sponges are called “sponge sticks.”

Answer 17

R

Question 18

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

Load one at a time onto an instrument, while leaving four in the carrier.

Answer 18

D

Question 19

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

Tonsil sponges, ophthalmic sponges, and neurosurgical sponges are examples of this category of sponge.

Answer 19

S

Question 20

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

Largest and most absorbable of surgical sponges.

Answer 20

L

Question 21

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

Peanut and Kitner are two examples of this type of sponge.

Answer 21

D

Question 22

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

This type of sponge is used during a tonsilectomy and to protect delicate tissue such as the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Answer 22

S

Question 23

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

Generally used in major surgical procedures such as thoracotomy and abdominal surgery

Answer 23

L

Question 24

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges.

Sixes include 4”x4” and 4”x8”

Answer 24

R

Question 25

Distinguish among the types and characteristics of commonly used surgical sponges by placing an L for laparotomy sponges, an R for Raytec sponges, a D for dissecting sponges, and an S for specialty sponges. Sometimes used to pack a body cavity to hold organs away from the operative site

Answer 25

L

Question 26

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Skin graft transplanted from a genetically incompatible donor.

Answer 26

allograft

Question 27

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Wafers and granules containing particles that interact with wound exudates by forming a gel

Answer 27

hydrocolloids

Question 28

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. used when frequent wound inspections and dressing changes are required; holds bulky dressings that absorb moderate to large amounts of drainage in place

Answer 28

Montgomery straps

Question 29

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Specially designed for bandaging heads, limbs, and difficult to dress wounds

Answer 29

Kerlix rolled gauze

Question 30

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. High-quality yarns reinforced with rubber are woven to provide balanced stretch and compression

Answer 30

Ace bandage

Question 31

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. provides for a gentle stretch, conformability, and self0adherence necessary for dressing even hard-to-bandage areas; bandaging is faster and neater

Answer 31

Kling rolled gauze

Question 32

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Skin graft transplanted from one part of the patient's body to another part

Answer 32

autograft

Question 33

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Temporary skin graft that consists of synthetic epidermis and collagen-based dermis

Answer 33

artificial graft

Question 34

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. used for topical repair of cuts and closure of skin incisions

Answer 34

Dermabond

Question 35

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. impregnated with 3% bismuth tribromphenate in a petrolatum blend; sterile, mildly deodorizing and astringent

Answer 35

Xeroform

Question 36

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Provides compression support for joints to help minimize swelling and provide additional support of the underlying dressing

Answer 36

Elastoplast

Question 37

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. This unique gauze dressing is a sterile bandage and dressing is one that effectively protects the wound from contamination

Answer 37

Vaseline gauze

Question 38

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. designed for high tensile strength and aggressive adhesion

Answer 38

silk tape

Question 39

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. skin graft transplanted between animals of different species

Answer 39

Xenograft

Question 40

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. an alcohol solution of a compound that is used to increase adhesiveness of steri-strips during closure of the skin

Answer 40

Benzoin

Question 41

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. A thin transparent polyurethane film that allows for observation of the wound

Answer 41

aerosol adhesive spray

Question 42

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. provides a broad spectrum antiseptic for topical application in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds

Answer 42

povidone-iodine

Question 43

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. multi-layered sponges designed to provide protections and absorbency for light-to-moderately draining wounds

Answer 43

topper sponges

Question 44

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. Thin adhesive strips which can be used to close small wounds

Answer 44

Steri-strips

Question 45

Match types of surgical dressings to their functions. nonadherent protective dressing consisting of a tightly woven nylon fabric used to cover and protect skin graft donor sites

Answer 45

Owens dressing

Question 46

Complete the following statement concerning the preparation and application of the sterile surgical dressing. Application of a sterile surgical dressing (is or is not) considered part of the surgical procedure.

Answer 46

is

Question 47

Complete the following statement concerning the preparation and application of the sterile surgical dressing. The circulator opens the sterile dressing after the (first or final) count.

Answer 47

final

Question 48

Complete the following statement concerning the preparation and application of the sterile surgical dressing. The skin surrounding the incision is cleaned of blood with a (dry or damp) sponge.

Answer 48

damp

Question 49

Complete the following statement concerning the preparation and application of the sterile surgical dressing. The surgeon, first assistant, or surgical technologist should don a clean pair of sterile gloves over the operating gloves ( after or before) applying the inner and intermediate layers of the dressing.

Answer 49

before

Question 50

Complete the following statement concerning the preparation and application of the sterile surgical dressing. The incision and wound drainage sites are dressed (separately or together) unless the drain comes out through the incision.

Answer 50

separately

Question 51

Complete the following statement concerning the preparation and application of the sterile surgical dressing. The circulator applies tape firmly (and tightly or but not tightly) to avoid wrinkling and traction of the skin, which can cause blisters and skin irritation.

Answer 51

but not tightly

Question 52

Complete the following statement concerning the preparation and application of the sterile surgical dressing. The (surgical technologist or surgeon) and first assistant apply the stent dressing, elastic bandage, pressure dressing, stockinette, and casts if required. The (surgical technologist or circulator) provides the necessary supplies and assists as needed.

Answer 52

surgeon | surgical technologist