Surgical Technology Quiz & Flashcards

A surgical technologist assists the surgeon by managing instruments and maintaining the sterile field.

Sterilization prevents infections by eliminating microorganisms that can cause contamination.

The circulating role manages the non-sterile environment and provides support to the sterile team.

Surgical draping creates a sterile field to protect against infection.

A surgical hand scrub should last about 5 minutes to ensure thorough cleaning.

Laparoscopic surgery is minimally invasive, leading to quicker recovery and less scarring.

Hemostatic agents are used to control bleeding during surgery.

An autoclave is used to sterilize instruments by applying steam under pressure.

A surgical technologist prepares the sterile field to ensure a contamination-free environment.

Retractors are used to hold back tissue to provide a clear view of the surgical site.

A surgical gown provides a barrier to protect against infection.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used to prevent contamination and protect against infection.

A sterile field is an area free of all microorganisms, crucial for preventing infections in surgery.

Proper patient positioning ensures optimal access to the surgical site and prevents injury.

Surgical technology involves a range of tasks beyond instrument handling, including maintaining sterility and patient safety.

Electrosurgical units use electrical current to cut tissue and control bleeding.

Post-operative care focuses on monitoring vital signs to ensure patient stability and recovery.

Surgical specimens must be labeled and documented for accurate identification and analysis.

The time-out procedure verifies the correct patient, procedure, and site to prevent errors.

Absorbable sutures are absorbed by the body and do not require removal, unlike non-absorbable sutures.

A scrub nurse maintains the sterile environment and assists the surgical team during operations.

Surgical technologists ensure patient confidentiality by maintaining privacy of information.

Surgical drains facilitate the removal of fluids from a wound to prevent infection.

Instrument counts prevent retained surgical items by ensuring all tools are accounted for.

A surgical stapler cuts and joins tissue with metal staples in one motion.

A laparoscope allows visualization of the abdominal cavity through a small incision.

A surgical checklist ensures all steps are followed for patient safety and procedure success.

Sterile means free of all microorganisms, while clean reduces their number.

A tourniquet restricts blood flow to create a bloodless field for operation.

Surgical sponges are used to absorb blood and fluids during operations.

Surgical masks protect against the transmission of pathogens via respiratory droplets.

In emergencies, a surgical technologist quickly prepares the surgical area and ensures all necessary equipment is ready.

Surgical site marking identifies the correct location for incision to prevent wrong-site surgery.

A laparotomy involves a large incision to access the abdominal cavity, unlike minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.

A surgical assistant helps the surgeon by holding instruments and providing visibility to the surgical site.

Electrosurgical units are commonly used to control bleeding by using electrical current.

Surgical gowns are blue or green to reduce glare and enhance visibility in the operating room.

Suction devices are used to remove blood, fluids, and debris from the surgical site.

Contaminated instruments must be sterilized immediately to prevent cross-infection.

Local anesthesia numbs a specific area, while general anesthesia affects the whole body and induces unconsciousness.

A surgical safety checklist is used to ensure all steps are followed for patient safety and procedure success.

Staples provide faster closure than sutures, which are threads used to stitch wounds.