CST Instruments & Equipment Management 2

Question 1

Which instrument is used to grasp and hold tissue during dissection?

Accepted Answer

Tissue forceps

Answer

Tissue forceps are designed to grasp and hold tissue securely during surgical dissection.

Question 2

The Bookwalter retractor system is best classified as which type of retractor?

Accepted Answer

Self-retaining retractor

Answer

The Bookwalter is a self-retaining ring retractor system that holds itself in place without manual assistance.

Question 3

Which suture needle shape is most appropriate for suturing in deep, confined spaces?

Accepted Answer

½ circle needle

Answer

A ½ circle needle provides the greatest arc for rotating in tight, deep cavities where space is limited.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a trocar in laparoscopic surgery?

Accepted Answer

To provide port access into a body cavity

Answer

A trocar is a pointed instrument inserted through the body wall to establish a port for laparoscopic instruments.

Question 5

Which clamp is specifically designed to occlude intestinal contents without crushing the bowel?

Accepted Answer

Allen clamp

Answer

The Allen intestinal clamp has atraumatic jaws designed to occlude the bowel lumen without causing crushing injury.

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