CST Surgical Instruments & Equipment

Question 1

What is the function of a needle holder?

Accepted Answer

Secure a suturing needle

Answer

Cut sutures

Answer

Hold gauze

Answer

Clamp blood vessels

Question 2

Which instrument is used to retract tissue during surgery?

Accepted Answer

Retractor

Answer

Hemostat

Answer

Scalpel

Answer

Forceps

Question 3

What is the main purpose of laparoscopic instruments?

Accepted Answer

Minimally invasive procedures

Answer

Deep incision procedures

Answer

Manual ventilation

Answer

Bone drilling

Question 4

What distinguishes scissors used for cutting tissue from those for sutures?

Accepted Answer

Design and sharpness of blades

Answer

Color of handles

Answer

Weight of blades

Answer

Grip padding

Question 5

What feature of electrosurgical units aids in minimizing bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Electrical coagulation

Answer

Mechanical pressure

Answer

Thermal insulation

Answer

Ultrasonic vibration

Question 6

Which maintenance step is vital for surgical instrument longevity?

Accepted Answer

Drying and cleaning

Answer

Polishing only

Answer

Ultrasound use

Answer

Freezing instruments