CVA Surgical and Laboratory Assisting 2

Question 1

Which suture pattern is most commonly used to close the linea alba during an abdominal surgery in dogs?

Accepted Answer

Simple continuous

Answer

Simple continuous suture patterns are commonly used to close the linea alba because they provide a secure, leak-resistant seal efficiently.

Question 2

What is the purpose of a fenestrated drape during surgery?

Accepted Answer

To expose only the surgical site while keeping the rest of the patient covered

Answer

A fenestrated drape has a central opening (fenestration) that exposes only the sterile surgical field while keeping the surrounding area covered.

Question 3

Which laboratory test is used to evaluate how quickly a patient's blood clots?

Accepted Answer

Prothrombin time (PT)

Answer

Prothrombin time (PT) measures the extrinsic coagulation pathway and is used to assess clotting ability before surgery.

Question 4

When preparing a sterile surgical pack, what temperature and time are typically used in a gravity displacement autoclave for a standard pack?

Accepted Answer

250°F for 30 minutes

Answer

A standard gravity displacement autoclave cycle runs at 250°F (121°C) for 30 minutes to achieve sterilization of surgical packs.

Question 5

Which organism is most commonly responsible for surgical site infections in veterinary patients?

Accepted Answer

Staphylococcus pseudintermedius

Answer

Staphylococcus pseudintermedius is the most common cause of surgical site infections in dogs and cats.

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