Chapter 9. SURG 111 Review Answers

The interaction of drug molecules with target cells is called:

a. Pharmacokinetics

b. Indication

c. Contraindication

d. Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics

A drug that is applied to the skin or mucous membrane to provide a localized or systemic effect is called:

a. Sublingual

b. Intra-articular

c. Topical

d. Dermal

Topical

An antiemetic is used to:

a. Interfere with blood clotting

b. Increase blood pressure

c. Increase smooth muscle activity

d. Reduce nausea

Reduce nausea

A(n) _____ is used to constrict the pupils.

a. Miotic

b. Mydriatic

c. Diuretic

d. Antimuscarinic

Miotic

_____ is a noninvasive method used to monitor the rate, rhythm, and electrical conduction of the heart to indicate cardiac function.

a. Blood pressure monitor

b. CVP line

c. An electrocardiogram

d. SARA

An electrocardiogram

MAC stands for:

a. Masked anesthesia care

b. Managed anesthesia corrections

c. Methelatropine carbolic

d. Monitored anesthesia care

Monitored anesthesia care

Which type of block provides anesthesia to the distal portion of the upper extremities by injecting an anesthetic agent into a vein at a level below the tourniquet?

a. Nerve plexus block

b. Intrathecal block

c. Spinal block

d. Bier block

Bier block

Depolarizing agents work by mimicking the release of:

a. Acetylcholine

b. Acetylcholinesterase

c. Anectine

d. Syncurine

Acetylcholine

An adrenergic is used to increase ________.

Blood pressure

Carlos the CST scrubbed in on a carpal tunnel release for Dr Jones is preparing the local medication on the sterile field. The circulator prepares to give him 1 % xylocaine with epinephrine, Carlos asks the circulator to please recheck the preference card because?

a. He knows Dr Jones likes Marcaine

b. It is routine

c. Epinephrine is contraindicated in the digits

d. He didn't check card

Epinephrine is contraindicated in the digits

In OB/GYN oxytocic drugs are used to induce labor and control uterine hemorrhage. Jack should expect the following medication to be given during the C-Section?

a. Epinephrine

b. Xylocaine

c. Thrombin

d. Pitocin

Pitocin

Following a bunionectomy, Laura the CST hears the surgeon ask for a medication that will reduce the swelling around the incision site. She should be ready to draw up which of the following medications?

a. Oxytoxin

b. Heparin

c. Dexamethasone

d. Diazepam

Dexamethasone (steroid)

During vascular surgery the surgeon might request ________ to prevent the formation of blood clots.

a. Protamine Sulfate

b. Thrombin

c. Heparin

d. Vitamin K

Heparin

The Neuro surgeon is preparing to perform a craniotomy with evacuation of a subdural hematoma. He orders a diuretic that will help decrease intracranial pressure. Which of the following medications below did he order?

a. Zantac

b. Diazepam

c. Narcan

d. Osmitrol

Osmitrol

The CST in the circulating role can help prevent patient aspiration during induction by?

a. Holding the mask

b. Performing Sellicks maneuver

c. Connecting the suction

d. Assuring the patient that everything is okay

Performing Sellicks maneuver (applying gentle pressure to the Cricoid Cartilage)

The anesthesiologist draws up the induction agent to prepare for the procedure. Gina, the CST in the room, knows that agent is most likely?

a. Valium

b. Halothane

c. Propofol

d. Sublimaze

Propofol - saw this a lot at Bailey! (looks like milk)

During a MH crisis the CST in the scrubbed role, can assist with treatment of the patient by?

a. Administering Dantrolene

b. Breaking scrub and calling for help

c. Get the crash cart

d. Maintaining the sterile field and providing chilled saline lavage

Maintaining the sterile field and providing chilled saline lavage

All of the following might be selected by the anesthesiologist as inhaled anesthetic agents except?

a. Propofol

b. Isoflurane

c. Nitrous oxide

d. Sevoflurane

Propofol (not an inhalant)

During a CABG procedure the vascular surgeon's preference card might have this medication on it to prevent vasospasms.

a. Epinephrine

b. Heparin

c. Papaverine

d. Thrombin

Papaverine

Once the CST in the scrubbed role receives the medication on the sterile field and reads the medication label allowed and agrees with the circulating RN on the strength, dose, and type of medication. The CST's next step is to?

a. Ensure sharps safety

b. Place medication in a safe place

c. Label medication

d. Place on mayo stand

Label medication