BCSE Veterinary Surgical Principles 2

Question 1

Which suture pattern is most appropriate for closing a hollow viscus such as the intestine to achieve an inverting, leak-resistant anastomosis?

Accepted Answer

Lembert

Answer

The Lembert suture pattern is an inverting pattern commonly used for gastrointestinal surgery to create a watertight, serosa-to-serosa seal.

Question 2

A dog undergoes a surgical procedure under general anesthesia. Which monitoring parameter is the BEST indicator of adequate tissue perfusion during surgery?

Accepted Answer

Mean arterial pressure above 60 mmHg

Answer

Mean arterial pressure above 60 mmHg is the standard threshold used to ensure adequate organ perfusion pressure during anesthesia.

Question 3

When performing a towel clamp placement for surgical draping, what is the primary purpose of securing the drape to the patient's skin?

Accepted Answer

To prevent drape slippage and contamination of the sterile field

Answer

Towel clamps anchor the drapes to the patient to prevent movement that could expose non-sterile surfaces and contaminate the operative field.

Question 4

A cat presents with a wound that is 72 hours old and moderately contaminated. What is the most appropriate wound management strategy?

Accepted Answer

Delayed primary closure after wound preparation

Answer

Wounds older than 6–8 hours that are contaminated are best managed with debridement and delayed primary closure once infection risk is reduced.

Question 5

Which nerve is at greatest risk of injury during a perineal urethrostomy in a male cat?

Accepted Answer

Pudendal nerve

Answer

The pudendal nerve supplies the perineal region and urethra and is in close proximity to the surgical field during perineal urethrostomy.

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BCSE - Basic and Clinical Sciences Examination Practice Test

BCSE Veterinary Surgical Principles 2