NIFA FINAL EXAM NEWEST 2024
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What major artery supplies the descending colon? - <<ANSWERS>>left colic artery
statement regarding fallopian tube cancer - <<ANSWERS>>fallopian tube cancer is very rare, with an
incidence of less than 1%
which of the following is incorrect pertaining to lung segments - <<ANSWERS>>there are 5 segments
on the right and 3 segments on the left
which of the following is a radiation reduction technique - <<ANSWERS>>fluoroscopy equipment is
required to have an audible alarm after 5 minutes of use
Identify the marginal boundaries of the breasts - <<ANSWERS>>Second to sixth rib and horizontally
from the lateral edge of sternum to anterior axillary line
transsphenoidal hypophysectomy - <<ANSWERS>>hypopituitarism and small pituitary tumors
ABCDE - <<ANSWERS>>D = a brief neurologic exam; E = exposure to reveal all life-threatening
injuries
alternative treatment for patients with chronic pulmonary emphysema - <<ANSWERS>>lung volume
reduction surgery
hernia type that is common in children and usually disappears spontaneously -
<<ANSWERS>>umbilical hernia
,what membrane protects the larynx during swallowing - <<ANSWERS>>epiglottis
Caldwell-Luc - <<ANSWERS>>canine fossa of upper jaw
an interventional radiology procedure used to open a blocked or narrowed blood vessel as a result
of arthrosclerosis is - <<ANSWERS>>percutaneous transluminal angioplasty
Definitive information about the extent and location of ischemic heart disease can be obtained from
which of the following tests - <<ANSWERS>>cardiac catheterization
both adenoids and tonsils consist of - <<ANSWERS>>lymphoid tissue
which statement regarding risk factors for developing vascular disease is true -
<<ANSWERS>>arteriosclerosis is a natural part of the aging process
Mohs' surgery is a technique used to treat skin cancer - <<ANSWERS>>lesions are mapped, excised,
and examined by frozen section until clear margins are found
Jan Stuyvesant, a surgical technologist, was the scrub person during a robotic-assisted laparoscopic
cholecystectomy. She locked the robotic endoscissor into the adaptor on the robotic arm and
positioned the tip end into the trocar port in order for the surgeon to dissect the cystic duct and
artery, while the surgical assistant placed the clips on the cystic duct and artery. As she reached
across the sterile field to insert the cholangiocatheter through the port, the anesthesia provider
accidentally made contact with the distal end of the catheter as he stood up to reach the monitor
controls. The contaminated end of the catheter touched the endoscopic clip applier, the endoscissor
connector that the surgeon was using, the glove of the assistant, and Jan's gown sleeve. The surgeon
ordered everyone to change their gown and gloves and covered the port area with a sterile towel.
What was the rationale for the surgeon to - <<ANSWERS>>the surgeon was not in contact with the
sterile field because he worked from the robotic console
peripheral nerve block for ankle ORIF would complain if which symptom - <<ANSWERS>>metallic
taste in mouth
positioning arms correctly to avoid pressure on the elbow to prevent - <<ANSWERS>>ulnar nerve
injury
positioning device for bariatric patients prior to intubation - <<ANSWERS>>upper body ramp
,depolarizing muscle relaxant that produces generalized fasciculations -
<<ANSWERS>>succinylcholine
hemostatic device offers rapid and secure method of clamping, metal and MRI compatible -
<<ANSWERS>>ligating clip
positioning device for head cases - <<ANSWERS>>mayfield head positioner
suture permanently attached at the end of the needle referred to as - <<ANSWERS>>swaged
overpressurization can lead to - <<ANSWERS>>hypercarbaria
most commonly used local anesthetic - <<ANSWERS>>lidocaine
double gloving - <<ANSWERS>>the american college of surgeons endorses double gloving for all
surgery and invasive procedures
anesthesia that lets patients maintain their own airway and be easily aroused from sleep -
<<ANSWERS>>moderate sedation / analgesia
who requires two patient identifiers on specimen labels - <<ANSWERS>>JCO
factor with high influence on wound healing that the surgical team can control - <<ANSWERS>>tissue
handling
patient at highest risk for hypothermia in perianesthesia phase - <<ANSWERS>>3 week old neonate
for cardiac anomaly
suture best suited for intestinal anastomosis - <<ANSWERS>>vicryl
trailing a new insuflation system, over-pressurization leads to - <<ANSWERS>>hypercarbia
process of decontamination begins when - <<ANSWERS>>at completion of the surgical procedure
, which injury is NOT related to a patient being placed in the lateral position -
<<ANSWERS>>compression of abdominal cavity
primary substance found in epidermis that protects body from fluid loss and invasion of pathogens -
<<ANSWERS>>keratin
correct statement regarding closed gloving - <<ANSWERS>>closed gloving can only be used for initial
gloving
what measure can be taken to prevent aspiration based on patient's history - <<ANSWERS>>cricoid
pressure during induction
on factor that describes high incidence of musculoskeletal disorders among surgical techs and nurses
- <<ANSWERS>>the cumulative effect of repeated patient handling events q
allergic contact dermatitis with natural rubber latex - <<ANSWERS>>puritis, edema, erythema and
visicles 6-48 hours after exposure
191.18 kg patient scheduled for surgery; interventions to enhance patient safety - <<ANSWERS>>use
of an OR bed to accommodate patient weight and size
risk reduction strategy to reduce sharps injury - <<ANSWERS>>passing sharp items using neutral /
hands free techniques instead of passing hand to hand
self retaining retractor for large patient - <<ANSWERS>>bookwalter
silk loses tensile strength after what period of time - <<ANSWERS>>1 year
physical characteristic of suture - <<ANSWERS>>knot strength
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