Sterile Field
Name two contamination of the Sterile Field
Placing mayo stand below the MA's waist, forceps that are placed on the 1 inch border, touching the inner area of the wrapper with a dirty hand, placing the mayo stand far away from the MA, or leaning over
This condition is the viewing of the stomach for ulcers
Endoscopy
Can MA's suture wounds? Can they remove them?
No and Yes
Treament plans for Strains and Sprains
RICE: Rest, ice, compress, elevate
Define Dehiscence
separation of wound edges
Which direction do you open the flaps of the sterile field?
Away from your body
This condition is the further testing of a suspicious lump on the breast
Biopsy
Do you begin by removing the first or second staple?
Second
Difference between Strain Vs Sprain
strain: stretched or torn tendon os muscle
sprain: stretched or torn ligament
How do you put ear medication into a child?
pull the pinna outward and downward
protects the surgical site and provides a workspace
This condition is treating an abscess located in the underarm
Incision and drainage
A pt has a deep wound on their scalp. What type of wound closure should be used?
Surgical Staples
List symptoms of heat exhaustion
muscle cramping, perspiration, pale and clammy skin
Name one phase of wound healing
Homeostasis, inflammation, proliferation, or remodeling
What pieces of equipment are essential to the sterile field?
Mayo stand, bowls, solutions, and tools needed to perform the procedure
This condition is the destruction of abnormal tissue in the cervix
Cryosurgery
When removing sutures/staples if the pt starts to gasp, what do you do?
Stop and notify provider
Treatment for a choking infant under 1
chest trusts and back slaps
What critical information, must an MA obtain when receiving an emergency phone call?
pt’s name, contact information, location, what the situation is, when the situation started, and the status of the pt- conscious, breathing, absensce or pulse.
Put these steps in the correct order:
A. open the flap closest to the MA
B. Pull both sides of the side flaps open
C. Open the flap farthest away from the MA
D. Place the packet on the Mayo Stand
E. Disinfect the Mayo Stand
E,D,C,B and A
This condition is the viewing of abnormal tissue in the cervix
Colposcopy
Name 3 benefits of wound closure
helps minimize scarring, prevents infection and aids in healing
List 4 wound types
Abrasions, Lacerations, Incisions, Puncture Wounds, Burns, Pressure Injuries, Skin tears or Contusions
TWO