During a sterile field setup, what is considered one of the greatest sources of potential contamination?
Hands and hair are two of greatest sources of contamination when a sterile field is set up
What is the primary goal of skin preparation before a surgical procedure?
reduce the number of transient and resident microorganisms so that the transference of harmful organisms at incision site is limited
In the wound healing process, which phase involves white blood cells clearing away bacteria?
Inflammation phase
What specific technique uses high-frequency current to cut through tissue and coagulate blood vessels?
Electrosurgery
Which surgical technique uses a very-low-temperature probe to destroy tissue by freezing?
Cryosurgery
What are the key components of informed consent?
What procedure
Why it should be done
risks and benefits
Alternative treatments l
risks of alter treatment
When maintaining a sterile field, what is NOT recommended?
Talking
Sterile field in view
Nom sterile shouldn’t cross field
Removing and replacing (not recommen)
Discard anything on floor
What does the acronym CSMT represent in bandage assessment?
Color: Should be same as opposite extremity
Sensation: feel fingers/toes
Movement: move fingers/toes
Temperature: Should be same as opposite extremity
What is the primary role of the medical assistant during laser surgery?
Protect patient eye
Goggles
Wet sponge
Remove flammable items
Saline Solution
Supplies, equipment, or instruments
During the wound healing proliferation phase, what occurs?
Proliferation occurs from days 5 to 20, tissues repair themselves
What is an endoscopic procedure primarily used for?
Examine the area inside an organ or cavity
What must be done if a sterile package falls to the floor during a procedure?
If a sterile package falls to floor, it must be discarded
In wound classification, what characterizes a first-intention healing process?
Clean, surgical wound that has been sutured closed and heals quickly without much scarring
What is crucial when placing a grounding pad during electrosurgery?
inspect pad, cable, and skin
pad must be tight on skin
pad close to operative site
Apply fleshy area
No body area or over body hair
No over metal implants or pacemaker
inspect (burns)
Which surgical procedure involves an operating microscope?
Microsurgery
What should medical assistants do immediately after a surgical procedure?
clear sterile field
gloves until all contaminated materials are removed
disposable equipment in biohazardous or sharps containers
Check for blood spills or other contamination and disinfect
Remove gloves and sanitize hands
What is the purpose of a sterile dressing?
Protecting the wound from injury and contamination
Absorbing drainage and secretions
What should patients be instructed about wound care at home?
Wash hands
Tissues
How to change dressing and how to dispose
Which phase of wound healing begins around day 21?
Maturation or remodeling
