FREE FLS Instrumentation and Physiologic Principles Questions and Answers

Question 1

During monopolar cautery, which method involves quickly turning cell water to steam, causing the cell to explode?

Accepted Answer

Cutting

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Coagulation (Coag)

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Blending (Blend)

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None of the above

Question 2

What does ASA class 3 indicate?

Accepted Answer

Severe systemic disease that limits the patient's activity and may or may not be related to the reason for surgery

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Mild systemic disease with no functional limitations

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Healthy patient with no systemic disease

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Patient with severe systemic disease that is a constant threat to life

Question 3

The use of all-plastic or all-metal trocars can avoid which problem?

Accepted Answer

Capacitative coupling

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Unintended direct coupling

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Insulation failure

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None of the above.

Question 4

What should you do with the harmonic scalpel to avoid inadvertent injury?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

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Be aware of the blade

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Grab and elevate your target

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Keep the active blade upwards and in view

Question 5

Which statement is NOT true about general anesthesia in laparoscopic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Fewer hemodynamic changes compared to local anesthesia

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Complete neuromuscular relaxation

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Good control of ventilation

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Allows for more flexibility during positioning

Question 6

What is the recommended initial trocar location for laparoscopic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Umbilicus

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Right upper quadrant

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Left lower quadrant

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Epigastric region

Question 7

When checking the Veress needle during laparoscopic surgery, which is the most accurate indicator to ensure proper placement?

Accepted Answer

Flow of CO2 and low pressures

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Aspirating blood

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Aspirating enteric contents

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No flow of CO2 and high pressures

Question 8

What is the best alternate site for Veress needle insertion besides the umbilicus?

Accepted Answer

Palmer's point

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Right upper quadrant

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Left lower quadrant

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Epigastric region

Question 9

Midline (umbilical) Veress needle placement is worrisome for injuring which structure?

Accepted Answer

The aorta

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The liver

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The spleen

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The pancreas

Question 10

Which cardiovascular effect is most likely due to the effects of pneumoperitoneum during laparoscopic surgery?

Accepted Answer

Bradycardia

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Tachycardia

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Ventricular fibrillation (V-fib)

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Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs)