Surgical Instruments and Devices

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Which of the following is a commonly used surgical instrument for grasping and manipulating tissues?

  1. Scalpel

  2. Hemostat

  3. Retractor

  4. Forceps


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Forceps are commonly used to grasp and manipulate tissues during surgical procedures.

What is the primary function of a scalpel in surgery?

  1. Suturing

  2. Cauterization

  3. Incision

  4. Retraction


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A scalpel is primarily used to make incisions in tissue during surgical procedures.

Which surgical instrument is commonly used to control bleeding during surgery?

  1. Tourniquet

  2. Hemostat

  3. Retractor

  4. Scalpel


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hemostats are used to clamp blood vessels and control bleeding during surgery.

What is the purpose of a retractor in surgical procedures?

  1. Suturing

  2. Cauterization

  3. Incision

  4. Exposing surgical field


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Retractors are used to hold tissues and organs apart, exposing the surgical field.

Which surgical instrument is commonly used for suturing tissues together?

  1. Scalpel

  2. Hemostat

  3. Needle driver

  4. Retractor


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Needle drivers are used to hold and manipulate needles during suturing.

What is the primary function of an electrosurgical unit (ESU) in surgery?

  1. Incision

  2. Cauterization

  3. Suturing

  4. Retraction


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

ESUs are used to generate high-frequency electrical current for cauterization, which seals blood vessels and tissues.

Which surgical instrument is commonly used for visualizing internal organs during laparoscopic procedures?

  1. Endoscope

  2. Laparoscope

  3. Arthroscope

  4. Cystoscope


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Laparoscopes are used to visualize the abdominal and pelvic cavities during laparoscopic surgeries.

What is the purpose of an arthroscope in surgical procedures?

  1. Suturing

  2. Cauterization

  3. Incision

  4. Visualizing joints


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arthroscopes are used to visualize the interior of joints during arthroscopic surgeries.

Which surgical instrument is commonly used for removing tissue samples for biopsy?

  1. Biopsy needle

  2. Scalpel

  3. Hemostat

  4. Retractor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biopsy needles are used to extract tissue samples for pathological examination.

What is the primary function of a bone saw in surgical procedures?

  1. Suturing

  2. Cauterization

  3. Incision

  4. Cutting bone


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bone saws are used to cut through bone during orthopedic and other surgical procedures.

Which surgical instrument is commonly used for measuring and marking surgical incisions?

  1. Scalpel

  2. Hemostat

  3. Retractor

  4. Surgical marking pen


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surgical marking pens are used to mark the incision sites before surgery.

What is the purpose of a surgical retractor system in surgery?

  1. Suturing

  2. Cauterization

  3. Incision

  4. Holding tissues apart


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surgical retractor systems are used to hold tissues and organs apart during surgery.

Which surgical instrument is commonly used for suctioning fluids and debris during surgery?

  1. Scalpel

  2. Hemostat

  3. Retractor

  4. Suction device


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Suction devices are used to remove fluids and debris from the surgical field.

What is the primary function of a surgical stapler in surgery?

  1. Suturing

  2. Cauterization

  3. Incision

  4. Connecting tissues


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surgical staplers are used to connect tissues together during surgery.

Which surgical instrument is commonly used for illuminating the surgical field during surgery?

  1. Scalpel

  2. Hemostat

  3. Retractor

  4. Surgical light


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surgical lights are used to provide illumination during surgical procedures.

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