Instruments
This instrument holds the blade that makes the first incision.
What is the scalpel handle.
This is the area from the chest to the level of the sterile field and 2 inches above the elbows that is considered sterile on a surgical gown.
What is the front of the gown between chest and table level and 2 inches above the elbows.
This common procedure removes the appendix when it becomes inflamed.
What is an appendectomy.
What is the skin.
This term describes microorganisms that cause disease.
What are pathogens.
These long, delicate scissors are designed for cutting soft tissue, not sutures.
What are Metzenbaum scissors.
Before you open a sterile package onto the field, you should check this first.
What is the integrity of the packaging and expiration date.
This orthopedic procedure repairs a torn ligament in the knee, often using a graft.
What is ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction.
This organ pumps blood throughout the body via arteries and veins.
What is the heart.
This the single most important action to prevent the spread of infection in healthcare settings.
What is handwashing.
These heavy-duty scissors are perfect for cutting tough tissue and suture material.
What are Mayo scissors.
If you turn your back on the sterile field, the field is considered this.
What is contaminated.
This gyn procedure involves removing the uterus.
What is a hysterectomy
These small bones found in the fingers and toes.
What are phalanges.
This type of precaution requires a mask, gown, and gloves to prevent contact with bodily fluids.
What are standard precautions.
These small forceps, often with teeth, are used to grasp and stabilize tissue during suturing.
What are Adson tissue forceps.
This method is used to move around the sterile field without contaminating it when passing another sterile person.
What is back-to-back or front-to-back passing.
This common general surgery involves removing the gallbladder, often due to stones.
What is a cholecystectomy.
This pair of organs is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine.
What are the kidneys.
This process uses heat, pressure, and steam to sterilize surgical instruments.
What is autoclaving.
This clamp is a staple on every tray, ideal for clamping vessels or tagging suture.
What is a hemostat clamp
After donning sterile gloves, your hands must always stay at or above this level to remain sterile.
What is waist level.
This surgery creates an opening in the abdominal wall for the colon to divert stool.
What is a colostomy
This muscular tube connects that throat to the stomach, allowing food to pass.
What is the esophagus.
When an instrument package is torn or wet, it is considered this and cannot be used.