CDT Clinical Procedures & Patient Care 3

Question 1

Which of the following is the correct order of layers encountered during a punch biopsy from superficial to deep?

Accepted Answer

Epidermis → Dermis → Subcutaneous fat

Answer

The correct anatomical order from superficial to deep is epidermis, dermis, then subcutaneous fat (hypodermis), which guides biopsy depth planning.

Question 2

A patient has a documented allergy to amide local anesthetics. Which alternative should the CDT report to the provider before preparing for a procedure?

Accepted Answer

Benzocaine (ester-type)

Answer

Benzocaine is an ester-type local anesthetic and is structurally distinct from amide anesthetics (lidocaine, mepivacaine, bupivacaine), making it a potential alternative for patients with amide allergies.

Question 3

Proper labeling of a skin biopsy specimen container requires all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Pathologist's name

Answer

The pathologist's name is not required on the specimen container; required labels include patient name, date, and biopsy site to ensure proper identification and chain of custody.

Question 4

When assisting with Mohs micrographic surgery, the CDT's role in tissue processing includes:

Accepted Answer

Mapping and color-coding tissue specimens per Mohs protocol

Answer

The CDT assists with mapping and color-coding Mohs tissue stages according to protocol, while diagnosis and margin interpretation are performed by the Mohs surgeon.

Question 5

What is the primary reason for using a chalazion clamp during eyelid procedures in dermatology?

Accepted Answer

To provide hemostasis and stabilize the lesion during removal

Answer

A chalazion clamp provides hemostasis by compressing blood vessels and stabilizes the eyelid lesion, facilitating safe removal of the cyst.

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CDT Clinical Procedures & Patient Care 3