Question 1

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Performed to excise the excess abdominal wall skin

Accepted Answer

Panniculectomy is the surgical procedure specifically aimed at removing excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen, often after significant weight loss, to improve the patient's appearance and comfort.

Question 2

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Performed to rejuvenate an aging face

Accepted Answer

Rhytidectomy, commonly known as a facelift, is the surgical procedure most directly associated with rejuvenating an aging face by removing wrinkles and tightening facial skin.

Question 3

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Usually performed after significant weight loss

Accepted Answer

Panniculectomy is often performed after significant weight loss to remove the excess skin and fat that may hang down over the genitals and thighs, which is common after losing a large amount of weight.

Question 4

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Performed to reconstruct the breast without the use of implants

Accepted Answer

Mammoplasty refers to a surgical procedure on the breast, which can include reconstruction that doesn't necessarily require the use of implants. This can involve using the patient's own tissue to reconstruct the breast.

Question 5

Full-thickness skin graft (FTSG) contains ____________.

Accepted Answer

Full-thickness skin grafts contain both the dermis and epidermis layers of the skin.

Question 6

A dermatome is used to harvest a large _____ skin graft.

Accepted Answer

A dermatome is specifically used to harvest split-thickness skin grafts, which include both the epidermis and a portion of the dermis, unlike full-thickness grafts that include the entire dermis.

Question 7

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Rigid cannulas that are connected to large-bore suction tubing

Accepted Answer

Rigid cannulas connected to large-bore suction tubing are used in liposuction to remove fat from the body.

Question 8

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Requires the use of a tissue expander under certain conditions

Accepted Answer

Mammoplasty, especially in the context of breast reconstruction, often requires the use of a tissue expander to prepare the area for the insertion of a breast implant. This process involves gradually expanding the skin and muscle to accommodate the implant.

Question 9

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Performed to treat macromastia

Accepted Answer

Mammoplasty is the surgical procedure most commonly associated with the treatment of macromastia, which is the condition of having overly large breasts. This procedure can involve breast reduction to alleviate physical discomfort and achieve a breast size in proportion with the body.

Question 10

____________ is the surgical removal of dead skin, debris, and infection material from a wound.

Accepted Answer

Debridement is the medical process of removing dead, damaged, or infected tissue to improve the healing potential of the remaining healthy tissue.

Question 11

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Used to increase the surface area of grafted skin by puncturing holes into the skin graft

Accepted Answer

A mesher is a device used in skin grafting procedures to increase the surface area of a skin graft by creating a mesh-like pattern of holes or slits in the graft. This allows a smaller piece of skin to cover a larger wound area.

Question 12

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-A stent dressing is used

Accepted Answer

A stent dressing is most commonly associated with skin graft procedures. It is used to secure the graft in place and ensure proper healing by preventing movement and reducing the risk of infection.

Question 13

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Used to aerate a skin graft

Accepted Answer

A mesher is a device specifically used to create a meshed skin graft, which allows the graft to expand and cover a larger surface area while also facilitating drainage and aeration during the healing process.

Question 14

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Performed to change the size of the breast

Accepted Answer

Mammoplasty is the surgical procedure specifically aimed at changing the size, shape, or contours of the breasts, which directly matches the description provided.

Question 15

Aesthetic surgery, also called ____________ surgery , is performed to improve the appearance but does not always address function.

Accepted Answer

Aesthetic surgery is synonymous with cosmetic surgery, both aiming to improve appearance rather than function.

Question 16

Sharp dissection is performed with _______ or fine Metzenbaum scissors and toothed tissue forceps.

Accepted Answer

Tenotomy scissors are fine, sharp instruments used for precise dissection, making them suitable for sharp dissection along with fine Metzenbaum scissors.

Question 17

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-The corneal, pretrichial, or direct approach may be used

Accepted Answer

The corneal, pretrichial, or direct approach are techniques used in brow lift surgeries to adjust the position of the eyebrow and forehead area, not related to liposuction, laser treatments, meshing, or the use of a dermatome.

Question 18

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Used to take autograft skin

Accepted Answer

Dermatome is the correct answer because it is a surgical instrument used to cut thin slices of skin for grafting, commonly used for autografts in burn patients or other skin loss injuries.

Question 19

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once.
-Aspiration of adipose tissue

Accepted Answer

Aspiration of adipose tissue refers to the procedure of removing fat from the body, which is commonly done through liposuction.

Answer: B
 Laser is a technology that uses a laser beam to perform various cosmetic procedures, such as hair removal or skin resurfacing.

Answer: C
 A mesher is a medical device used in skin grafting procedures to create a mesh-like pattern on the skin graft, allowing it to stretch and adhere to the recipient site.

Answer: D
 A dermatome is a surgical instrument used to harvest thin layers of skin from a donor site for skin grafting procedures.

Answer: E
 A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that raises the eyebrows and smooths forehead wrinkles to give a more youthful appearance.

Question 20

The ____________ is the outer layer of the skin.

Accepted Answer

The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin, providing a waterproof barrier and creating our skin tone.

Quiz 29: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Performed to excise the excess abdominal wall skin

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Performed to rejuvenate an aging face

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Usually performed after significant weight loss

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Performed to reconstruct the breast without the use of implants

Full-thickness skin graft (FTSG) contains ____________.

A dermatome is used to harvest a large _____ skin graft.

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Rigid cannulas that are connected to large-bore suction tubing

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Requires the use of a tissue expander under certain conditions

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Performed to treat macromastia

____________ is the surgical removal of dead skin, debris, and infection material from a wound.

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Used to increase the surface area of grafted skin by puncturing holes into the skin graft

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -A stent dressing is used

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Used to aerate a skin graft

Choose from the specialty procedures and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Performed to change the size of the breast

Aesthetic surgery, also called ____________ surgery , is performed to improve the appearance but does not always address function.

Sharp dissection is performed with _______ or fine Metzenbaum scissors and toothed tissue forceps.

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -The corneal, pretrichial, or direct approach may be used

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Used to take autograft skin

Choose from the terms listed and match them with their most correct description. You may use the same answer more than once. -Aspiration of adipose tissue

The ____________ is the outer layer of the skin.