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Which of the following means pertaining to the side? |
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The suffix ecstasis refers to ____ |
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The word ending in itis means ____ |
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The suffix rrhea indicates _____ |
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Tissue lining the inside surface of an organ is ____ |
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Abnormal closure of a passageway such as a blood vessel is ____ |
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The term used when pertaining to the small intestine is ____ |
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Wall dividing two cavities, such as the chambers of the heart is called ____ |
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The membranous sheaths that envelopes the brain and spinal cord are the ____ |
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A stationary blood clot in a vessel is a _____ |
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Inflammation of the bone and bone marrow is called _____ |
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Pulmonic and pulmonary refer to the ____ |
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Cancer that has spread from one place to another within the body is called ____ |
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The study of tumors is called ____ |
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Which of the following terms refers to the spongy tissue found in the epiphyseal portion of long bone? |
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Bloody fluid in the pleural cavity is referred to as a ____ |
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Which of the following terms refers to a point of junction between two bones? |
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Which of the following terms refers to the lines of union of cranial bones by a thin fibrous membrane that eventually disappear? |
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An increase in CO2 and decrease in O2 in the body as a result of some interference with respirations is called ____ |
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A wasting or a decrease in size of an organ of tissue is ____ |
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An enlarged, fluid-filled sac within the scrotum is termed a ____ |
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An incision into the kidney is called ____ |
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Which directional word refers to the front of the body or body parts? |
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Which positional word conveys the idea of being above or over another region? |
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The ____plane divides the body into left and right halves. |
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The brachial, cubital, and carpal regions are located in the ____ |
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The popliteal region is located at the back of the ____ |
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The region between the anus and the pubic arch is termed ____ |
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The thorax and abdomen are divided by the _____ |
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The sternocleidomastoid muscle is located in the ____ |
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Which are the extreme starting and ending points of the digestive system? |
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The humerus is ____the clavicle and the wrist |
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The pituitary, adrenal, thyroid and other ductless glands are components of the ____system |
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Tiny hair-like organelles within the respiratory region are called ____ |
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How many pulmonary veins return oxygenated blood to the left atrium? |
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right atrium and the right ventricle |
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The tricuspid valve is located between the ____ |
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The appendicular skeleton is composed of how many bones? |
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it is a soft spongelike material |
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Which one of the following statements is true concerning the characteristics of bone marrow? |
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The deepest anatomical part of the bone is the ____ |
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The thoracic valve is ____the lumbar vertebrae |
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Normal respirations occur approximately 12-20 times per ____ |
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The sphenoid, ethmoid and parietal bones are located in the ____ |
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Lymph nodes serve as ____ |
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cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral |
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Which choice shows the correct order of vertebrae from upper to lower back? |
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The calcaneus, metatarsals, and phalanges are located within the ____ |
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upper left quadrant of the abdominal cavity in back of the stomach |
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The spleen is located in the ____ |
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Which is not a function of the cerebrum? |
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The more permanent blood clot begins to form within about ____of a serious injury |
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heart, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels and nodes |
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Organs of the circulatory system include ____ |
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Liquids make up ____of the total body composition |
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protection against injury, prevents dehydration, maintains constant body temperature |
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Functions of the skin are: |
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cells, tissue, organ, organ system, organism |
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The major types of body structures ranging from simplest to most complex are _____ |
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The prevention or inhibition of pathogenic microorganisms is called ____ |
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The process by which most but not all pathogenic microorganisms on inanimate objects are destroyed is called _____ |
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Critical items in surgery are those that must be sterile. Which of the following does not fit that category? |
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processing through a washer-sterilizer, autoclave, trisodium phosphate and water in a metal basin |
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Which of the following ways are approved for decontamination of surgical supplies and equipment? |
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Methods and practices that prevent cross-contamination during surgery are called ____ |
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strikethrough contamination |
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When water comes in contact with a sterile surface ____occurs |
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use the prescribed drying method with a sterile towel |
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After the sterile scrub, the next procedure is to ____ |
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supplement body's natural defenses with specific drugs such as antibiotics |
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for treatment of acute inflammation, one would _____ |
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The process of protecting the body from infection through digesting bacteria is known as ____ |
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Sterile tables are considered sterile ____ |
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dust can carry pathogens, turbulence may move bacteria into the sterile area |
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Movement is kept to a minimum during surgery because ____ |
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Spores, capsules, and flagella are types of ____ |
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disease-causing microorganisms |
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unicellular, reproduce by fission |
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Which of the following are characteristics of protozoa? |
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Which of the following is not a portal of entry for microorganisms? |
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Which of he following is not a pathway for a microorganism to exit the body? |
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When cells are injured, platelets release ____ |
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Escherichia coli is normally found in the _____ |
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Bacteria that flourish within the human body generally prefer a temperature that is ____the human body |
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An infection acquired in the hospital is called ____ |
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The pathogen that causes most post-operative infections is ____ |
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Interferons ____ the effect of the virus |
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The process of drying or to cause tissue destruction by drying is _____ |
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Gastroenteritis is caused by _____ |
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Whooping cough is caused by _____ |
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A bacterial by product that is released after the organisms has died is called a ____ |
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Viral hepatitis is a common ____virus |
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An infection caused by more than one organism is referred to as _____ |
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Rabies is a disease transmitted primarily through _____ |
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Serum hepatitis is transmitted through _____ |
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A drug that prolongs blood clotting time is called ____ |
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A group of drugs that are used in surgery to reduce inflammation are ____ |
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Analgesics are normally used in the ____period |
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Which of the following would not be on a crash cart? |
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A life threatening, acute allergic reaction in which cells release histamine-like substances is called _____ |
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Which of the following equipment would probably not be included on a crash cart? |
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Thrombin is ____ injected |
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Omnipaque, Renografin, and Cystografin are examples of ____ |
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O.R. Techs ____administer drugs to patients |
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the O.R. Tech and the circulating nurse |
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It is the responsibility of ____to make certain that the correct drug, correct amout and correct strength is administered |
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United States Pharmacopeia |
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A common source of information about drugs would be ____ |
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A ____dilates blood vessels |
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A medication to restore blood pressure in acute hypotensive states is ____ |
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A drug that effects the whole body is referred to as ____ |
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____is used intravenously or as an irrigant, and is the most common anticoagulant used |
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label each to prevent confusion |
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If two or more syringes are of the same type, but contain different solutions, what is the appropriate action? |
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hospital policy and procedure |
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Disposal of used needles is regulated according to ____ |
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One (1) gram= ___milligrams |
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One (1) kilogram=_____pounds |
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the medication that increases myocardial tone and opposes the effect of potassium is _____ |
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A short acting cardiac stimulant is ____ |
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Xylocaine, Novocaine, Ophthcaine and Pontocaine are examples of which of the following drugs? |
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Which of the following is used to prolong duration of local anesthetic and to decrease bleeding? |
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Which anesthetic would be used for a digital nerve block? |
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A patient is scheduled to undergo a septoplasty and the operating surgeon has requested 4% cocaine. Which of the following statements best describe the administration route for this drug? |
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What drug is given to treat ventricular dysrhythmias? |
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Demerol is more commonly used than morphine, because it produces less ____ |
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____is a dye that is introduced into the body cavity in order to become visible to x-ray observation |
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Which of the following is not a synthetic drug? |
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Celestone, hexadrol, solu-cortef and kenalog-40, are examples of ____that are used in surgery |
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The Material Safety Data Sheet on each chemical would typically include all but which of the following? |
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HIV and Hepatitis B virus |
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OSHA regulates standards for the prevention of ____ |
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OSHA enforces the level of ____permissible in the work environment |
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OSHA controls ____for Isopropyl alcohol, Phenol, and Sodium hypochlorite |
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food may not be stored in the same refrigerator with blood or specimens |
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Which of the following is standard for the control of biohazards? |
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EO gas can cause burns to the skin, of irritation to the mucous membranes |
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OSHA limits the percentage of ethylene oxide gas because ____ |
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The components of a fire include ____ |
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With the removal of any one component, a fire will be ____ |
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When performing maintenance tasks on electrical equipment, first _____ |
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Dry chemicals are used on ____fires |
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A patient grounding pad is placed on a ____ |
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Cyclopropane is always stored in a ____cylinder |
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Nitrogen is always stored in a ____cyclinder |
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If the O.R. does not have explosion-proof electrical outlets, the outlets must be ____off the floor |
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Blankets in the operating room should be made of ____ |
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immediately stop using it |
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If a piece of equipment becomes damaged, you should ____ |
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The most explosive area in the O.R. is that within a ____radius around the patient's face mask |
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an unlabeled bottle or container may be used if you recognize the fluid |
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All but one of the following precautions should be followed when working with disinfectants except ____ |
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Head covers, masks and shoes should be changed |
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throw your mask away and get a new one |
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After a case is over, you should _____ |
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Making an electrical connection with the earth is called _____ |
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To which category do gasoline fires belong? |
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Sudden stimulation of the nerves and convulsive contraction of the muscles caused by the discharge of electricity through the body is ____ |
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A medium that allows for the transmission of electricity is a ______ |
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Which item below would not be desirable to place in the general location of the operating room suite? |
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separation of clean areas from contaminated areas |
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Which factors might architects consider when planning the layout of an OR suite? |
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Surgical masks are required in which of the following areas within the surgical suite? |
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Same-day procedure units provide all of the following with the exception of ______ |
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protection from distressing sights and sounds |
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Which is an important consideration for patients in the preoperative holding area? |
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Which support services is not located near the operating suite? |
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directly below, directly above, immediately adjacent |
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Ideally, the central processing area is located ____the surgical suite |
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What is the recommended range for room temperature in the operating room? |
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able to change field of light size |
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Which conditions below is not desirable in terms of lighting for the OR? |
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Which of the following would not be a use for computers in the OR? |
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Which position is better to avoid fatigue during long periods in the OR? |
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The operating table is adjusted to the most convenient height for the _____ |
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Which is not a procedure for minimizing injury to the Tech in surgery while moving a patient? |
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____is necessary for safety and prevention of stray electrical current |
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elastic tapes, latex gloves |
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Which is not a possible alternative for the latex-sensitive patient? |
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A drug that relieves pain without producing loss of consciousness is _____ |
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The period from beginning of administration of anesthetic until the patient loses consciousness is called _____ |
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A drug that suppresses nervous excitement is called ____ |
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convenience for the surgeon |
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Which of the following is not a concern when choosing the appropriate anesthesia for a particular patient? |
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Which is not a type of anesthesia? |
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restrain patient movement |
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What is a reasonable action for the nursing staff during the loss of consciousness phase of general anesthesia? |
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muscle relation is unimportant and rapid induction and recovery are desired |
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Nitrous oxide is a logical choice of anesthesia when ____ |
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shivering, vomiting, restlessness |
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Which are common possibilities during emergence from general anesthesia? |
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Deliberate lowering of the body temperature is called_____ |
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a registered nurse, O.R. Technician, licensed vocation nurse |
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The member of the surgical team who is responsible for sterile supplies and equipment while within the sterile field may be ____ |
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Which function would not be one of the sterile team members? |
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Who is not a member of the sterile team? |
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second assistant to the surgeon |
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Who is not a member of the unsterile surgical team? |
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selects drugs for the procedure |
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Which of the following is not a possible job responsibility of the O.R. Technician as a scrub person? |
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All but one of the areas below need to be padded for supine position, except for ____ |
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always shake or fan drapes |
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All of the following are draping rules except ____ |
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Four towels are placed around the immediate surgical site, this is called _____ |
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The most commonly used prep solution is _____ |
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The surgical shave should occur no more than ____prior to the procedure |
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replaces irrigation bottles as they empty and notes the number of bottles used |
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Which of the following is not a duty of the Tech in surgery during and after a cytoscopy? |
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flammable antiseptic should be used for skin preparation |
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Which of the following is false when considering patient safety precautions when using lasers? |
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walls and ceilings should have reflective surfaces |
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Which of the following is false when considering environmental safety precautions when using lasers? |
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The material used to tie off blood vessels is ____ |
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A scope used for visualization of the peritoneal cavity through the anterior abdominal cavity wall requiring a small incision, is called ____ |
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A scope used for direct visualization of the rectum is _____ |
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A scope used for direct visualization of the interior of the larynx is ____ |
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A scope used for visualization of the common bile duct is ____ |
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the patient should not be kept informed as the procedure progressed due to increasing stress on the patient |
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Which of the following is a false statement concerning common features of angiographic procedures? |
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Which of the following means the direction and depth of needle punctures through the skin to locate lesions in various organs or structures, or injection of a substance into or out of an organ or structure, is ____ |
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A needle puncture is made into the subarachnoid space usually between the 3rd and 4th or the 4th and 5th lumbar vertebrae performed for the purpose of ____ |
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The humidity in the O.R. id ideally controlled at ____ |
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Which endoscope is used for direct visualization of the esophagus and cardia of the stomach? |
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X-rays of an organ in motion is ____ |
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Which endoscope is used for visualization of the urinary bladder? |
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Being inadequate to perform is called ____ |
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To prevent the occurrence of a disease or illness is ____intervention |
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What supply is most commonly used to support the arm when giving intravenous infusions? |
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surgical conscience is based upon _____ |
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have fewer nutritional requirements compared to adults |
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Which of the following statements is not true regarding special considerations in caring for the pediatric patient? |
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A preoperative visit by the anesthesiologist often reduces the patients ______ |
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A desirable preoperative medication will decrease the patients _____ |
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The ____will order the patients preoperative medications |
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Jewelry and prosthetic devices are ____removed from the patient |
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preoperative holding area |
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The designated room or area where patients wait prior to being admitted to the operating room is the ____ |
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registered nurse, tech in surgery, anesthesia provider |
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Which of the below is expected to act as the patient's advocate during a surgical procedure? |
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A record of the electrical activity of the heart is ______ |
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aging patients are very resistant to infection, therefore, strict aseptic technique isn't necessary |
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Which of the following statements is not true regarding special considerations in caring for aging patients? |
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An example of a non-flammable anesthetic is____ |
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into the subarachnoid space |
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A spinal anesthetic is injected_____ |
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A common anesthetic for eye surgery is ____ |
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A physician who specializes in the branch of medical science concerned with drugs that produce the absence of sensation is referred to as ____ |
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A registered nurse who has taken a two year course in the administration of anesthesia, administers anesthetics and works under the supervision of the anesthesiologist defines the position of ____ |
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Muscles that lack vigor or firmness are referred to as ____ |
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Which person has the ultimate responsibility for obtaining the signed consent? |
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A laser that operates in the visible spectrum emitting a green beam which is strongly absorbed by hemoglobin and melanin is _____ |
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Any tissue, fluid or foreign body removed from the patient during the procedure will be sent to pathology for verification and/or diagnosis is a ______ |
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to create a sterile field, to maintain a sterile field, to cover the patient and surrounding areas with sterile barriers |
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Which is/are the purpose of draping the patient? |
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What is used to lift the body during transfer to a stretcher? |
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The most powerful coagulator of all surgical lasers capable of vaporizing large volumes of tissue is a _____ |
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the occurrence speaks for itself |
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Res ipsa loquitor means ______ |
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_____ are flammable, therefore, they must be used in small quantities and must not be allowed to pool around or under patients especially when lasers or electrosurgical units are used |
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A system of ideals is called _____ |
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cause damage to the peroneal nerve |
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the patients feet must not be crossed since it would ____ |
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Movements of joints must be gentle and ____their limited range of motion to avoid tissue damage |
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A spoken defamation of character is ____ |
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A void hyperextension of the arm no more than ____ |
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Nerve damage can occur to all but the ____nerve in patient positioning |
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Extreme positions of he head and arm can cause injury to the ____plexus |
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Patients who are already anesthetized must be positioned ____ |
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A written defamation of character is ____ |
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What is used to hold drapes off the patients face and separates non-sterile area from sterile field? |
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Improper, careless of ignorant treatment is called ____ |
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The Chief founder of the Modern Study of Anatomy is ____ |
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The French surgeon who revives the use of ligatures is ____ |
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The Founder of Pathologic Anatomy is ____ |
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The Father of Modern Antiseptic Surgery is ____ |
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The American surgeon that developed an interrupted silk-suture closure technique is ____ |
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Which of the following terms refers to a slant or incline that one surface makes with another when not at a right angle? |
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Which of the following terms refers to a set of gradations to indicate value? |
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Which statement is true concerning the correct use for a syringe? |
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all basic syringes are calibrated in cubic centimeters (cc) |
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What statement is true concerning the characteristics of syringes? |
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it is available in various capacity sizes, the largest holds approximately 120 cc |
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Which of the following is true concerning an irrigating syringe that has a bulb with a barrel? |
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it is a one piece bulb that tapers to a blunt end |
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Which statement is true concerning an irrigating syringe that has a bulb without a barrel? |
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Components of the O.R. attire provided by the hospital include all of the following except ____ |
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Flammable anesthetics gases include all of the following, except_____ |
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electric shock, burns, inhalation of toxic substances |
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Which are possible hazards in the operating room? |
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leave the fluoroscope on when not in use, reconcile each sponge and piece of equipment without x-ray, shield body areas from scatter radiation |
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Which is a safety concern in controlling radiation in the operating room? |
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move as quickly as possible |
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All of the following except ____need to be done prior to transferring the patient |
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Hypersecretion of thyroxine in adults characterized by decreased metabolism, increased weight, hair loss, and thickening of the skin due to fluid accumulation is ____ |
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