CST Specialty Surgical Procedures 2

Question 1

During a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the surgical technologist should ensure the CO2 insufflation pressure is maintained at which level?

Accepted Answer

10–15 mmHg

Answer

Intraabdominal pressure is typically maintained at 10–15 mmHg to allow adequate visualization while minimizing physiological effects.

Question 2

Which instrument is used to clip the cystic duct and cystic artery during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?

Accepted Answer

Ligaclip applier

Answer

A Ligaclip applier (endoscopic clip applier) is used to apply titanium clips to the cystic duct and cystic artery before transection.

Question 3

In orthopedic surgery, what is the primary purpose of a pneumatic tourniquet applied to the extremity?

Accepted Answer

To provide a bloodless operative field

Answer

A pneumatic tourniquet occludes arterial blood flow to create a bloodless field, improving visibility and reducing blood loss during extremity procedures.

Question 4

Which positioning device is used to hold the patient in the lateral decubitus position during a total hip arthroplasty?

Accepted Answer

Bean bag positioner

Answer

A bean bag positioner (vacuum pack) conforms to the patient's body and is inflated with a vacuum to securely maintain the lateral decubitus position.

Question 5

During a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), the saphenous vein is commonly harvested from which location?

Accepted Answer

Medial thigh and leg

Answer

The greater saphenous vein runs along the medial aspect of the thigh and leg and is the most commonly harvested conduit for CABG.

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CST Specialty Surgical Procedures 2