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Specialty Surgical Procedures Flashcards

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  1. During a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the surgical technologist should ensure the CO2 insufflation pressure is maintained at which level?

    Answer: 10–15 mmHg

    Intraabdominal pressure is typically maintained at 10–15 mmHg to allow adequate visualization while minimizing physiological effects.

  2. Which instrument is used to clip the cystic duct and cystic artery during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?

    Answer: Ligaclip applier

    A Ligaclip applier (endoscopic clip applier) is used to apply titanium clips to the cystic duct and cystic artery before transection.

  3. In orthopedic surgery, what is the primary purpose of a pneumatic tourniquet applied to the extremity?

    Answer: To provide a bloodless operative field

    A pneumatic tourniquet occludes arterial blood flow to create a bloodless field, improving visibility and reducing blood loss during extremity procedures.

  4. Which positioning device is used to hold the patient in the lateral decubitus position during a total hip arthroplasty?

    Answer: Bean bag positioner

    A bean bag positioner (vacuum pack) conforms to the patient's body and is inflated with a vacuum to securely maintain the lateral decubitus position.

  5. During a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), the saphenous vein is commonly harvested from which location?

    Answer: Medial thigh and leg

    The greater saphenous vein runs along the medial aspect of the thigh and leg and is the most commonly harvested conduit for CABG.

  6. What is the purpose of applying a Fogarty embolectomy catheter during vascular surgery?

    Answer: To remove a thrombus or embolus from a vessel

    A Fogarty catheter is passed beyond a clot, the balloon is inflated, and the catheter is withdrawn to extract the thrombus from the vessel lumen.

  7. During a total knee arthroplasty, which instrument is used to remove the anterior femoral cortex and shape the distal femur for the prosthetic component?

    Answer: Oscillating saw

    An oscillating saw is used with specific cutting guides to make precise resections of the femoral and tibial surfaces for prosthetic fit.