CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist Surgical Instrument Identification Questions and Answers

Question 1

A surgeon requests a clamp to atraumatically grasp the intestine. Which of the following instruments would be the most appropriate choice?

Accepted Answer

Babcock clamp

Answer

Allis clamp

Answer

Kocher clamp

Answer

Foerster sponge forceps

Question 2

Which of the following scissors is specifically designed for cutting heavy tissues such as fascia and muscle?

Accepted Answer

Mayo scissors

Answer

Metzenbaum scissors

Answer

Iris scissors

Answer

Tenotomy scissors

Question 3

During a procedure, a self-retaining retractor is needed to hold a small, superficial incision open. Which of the following would be the most suitable choice?

Accepted Answer

Weitlaner retractor

Answer

Balfour retractor

Answer

Deaver retractor

Answer

Army-Navy retractor

Question 4

What is the primary distinguishing feature between a Kelly hemostat and a Crile hemostat?

Accepted Answer

The extent of the serrations on the jaws

Answer

The length of the instrument

Answer

The curvature of the jaws

Answer

The type of locking mechanism

Question 5

A surgical technician is assembling a tray for a delicate vascular procedure. Which type of tissue forceps would be most appropriate for handling fine blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

DeBakey forceps

Answer

Russian forceps

Answer

Adson forceps with teeth

Answer

Bonney forceps

Question 6

Which instrument is characterized by a flattened, blunt tip on one blade and is specifically designed for cutting bandages without injuring the patient's skin?

Accepted Answer

Lister bandage scissors

Answer

Suture scissors

Answer

Mayo scissors

Answer

Metzenbaum scissors