surg 1 study guide
Announce the transfer of each sharp before placing it in the neutral zone - ANS-neutral zone is
a predetermined location on the surgical field where sharps are placed for retrieval by the
surgeon. Which of the following is a best practice for the use of the neutral zone
Basic laparotomy set - ANS-The circulating nurse received the trauma call from the emergency
department (ED) and called sterile supply to assemble the instruments for an abdominal trauma
case with possible aortic rupture. When the cart arrived, she saw the vascular set; however, the
most important instrument set was missing. What important instrument set was needed for this
procedure besides the vascular set
class III suture - ANS-Nonabsorbable sutures are strands of material that effectively resists
enzymatic digestion in living animal tissue. The USP categorizes nonabsorbable surgical suture
into classes. A suture composed of monofilament or multifilament metal wire would be a
Double armed - ANS-creating a vascular anastomosis, the surgeon will typically suture one-half
of the anastomosis with one-half of the suture and the other half of the anastomosis with the
other half of the suture. This technique minimizes the drag and wear on the suture material and
needle. The correct name for this type of suture and needle is
During the suturing of fascia or muscle tissue - ANS-Where do more than half of needlestick
injuries involving suture needles occur
ease of tying - ANS-The ideal suture material is one that has handling characteristics such as
eliminating the hazard - ANS-Sharps injuries increase the risk of exposure to bloodborne
pathogens in the OR. Control methods should be based on a hierarchy of impact and include
elimination of the risk, using safety-engineered devices, work practice controls, and proper
personal protective equipment (PPE)
Filter for suction tip to prevent underlying tissue damage - ANS-Flat neurosurgical patties are
flat sponges composed of soft compressed cotton or rayon with an embedded radiopaque
element and string attached. They are often used in neurosurgical procedures. While used for
hemostasis and exposure, what other use would be important in surgery
is nonabsorbable, has good tensile and knot strength, and is the appropriate diameter for the
tissue - ANS-The surgeon needs a suture material that will not degrade over time but becomes
encapsulated and supports a tissue structure that will continue to be exposed to pressure and
stretching forces throughout the patient's life. These physical properties are best described by a
suture that
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