Deck 5: The Surgical First Assistant

Question 1

Which is a type of surgical hazard?

A)Biologic
B)Psychological
C)Social
D)Biomedical

Answer 1

A
Primary surgical hazards are biologic,physical,and chemical.

Question 2

The surgical first assistant's knowledge and skill level involves an understanding of

A)surgical anatomy and physiology.
B)biochemical engineering.
C)psychomotor kinesiology.
D)advanced airway placement.

Answer 2

A
Every surgical procedure interrupts multiple facets of a patient's anatomic structure and physiologic function.Knowledge of anatomic structures is critical to the first assistant.

Question 3

The first assistant usually assists in positioning the patient,surgical site exposure,closing skin incisions and applying dressings.

Answer 3

True
The first assistant commonly assists in closing the skin and applying dressings or supportive materials,such as casts.They frequently position the patient after the anesthesia provider indicates it is safe to do so.

Question 4

Knot tying for conventional surgery is performed using the

A)one-handed tie.
B)freehanded tie.
C)stapling
D)backhanded tie.

Question 5

Hemostasis is provided by ________,___________,or thermal means.

Question 6

Why is intraoperative suturing performed?

A)To remove a tissue mass
B)To dissolve a tumor or benign mass
C)Evidence that the procedure was performed as scheduled
D)To stabilize an organ

Question 7

AORN is the official accrediting body for the surgical technologist.

Question 8

The control of _______________ and ______________ loss is referred to as hemostasis.

Question 9

It is in the scope of the surgical technologists practice to hold retractors if asked by the surgeon.

Question 10

A physician assistant (PA)can assist in the OR and write prescriptions.

Question 11

It is important to __________ and think in advance about each step to help the procedure run smoothly.

A)guess every move
B)anticipate
C)retract every time
D)react

Question 12

Which is an example of a physical hazard in the OR?

A)Medication
B)Needlestick injury
C)Prep solution
D)Anesthesia gases

Question 13

The RNFA should simultaneously perform as a scrub nurse during a surgical procedure.