MAST 1080 Final Exam (A+ Graded)

Sutures made from materials that dissolve when they encounter the tissue enzymes are called ____________ sutures. correct answers Absorbable Which of the following instruments are inserted into narrowed or constricted ducts and tubes for the purpose of gradually enlarging the opening? correct answers Dilators Which of the following is unacceptable for wrapping packages for autoclaving? correct answers Aluminum Foil The complete destruction of all forms of microbacterial life is? correct answers Sterilization The recommended temperature for sterilization in autoclave is? correct answers 250-255 The medial assistant needs to be able to assist at all of the following minor surgical procedures except ________?. correct answers Cholecystectomy The instrument commonly used to clamp blood vessels is the _____. correct answers hemostat A microorganism that causes disease is a(n) correct answers pathogen When a needle is described as swagged, this means that: correct answers The needle is attached to the suture fiber When opening sterile packages of instruments and supplies and applying them to a sterile field, ________. correct answers gather edges to prevent dragging over field Smallest diameter of a suture strand is correct answers 5-0 A suture used on the face or neck would likely be size _____. correct answers 6-0 Smooth-tipped instrument that is used to insert packing into or remove objects from the nose and ear? correct answers Bayonet forceps The primary purpose of surgical asepsis is ________? correct answers To prevent microorganisms from entering the body during invasive procedures Characteristics of dressing does not include: correct answers Applied to support a bandage A long slender instrument used to determine the size and shape of a hidden area or to detect the presence of a foreign body is called __________? correct answers Sound A medical assistant with clean, dry hands may remove from an autocalve correct answers materials wrapped in paper or muslin packs