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To render an extremity bloodless by elevation or constriction is termed A. Fasciculation B. Vasoconstriction C. Exsanguination D. Tourniquet application |
C. Exsanguination |
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Preoperative patient assessment and evaluation is preformed during which phase of general anesthesia A. Emergence B. Preinduction C. Recovery D. Induction E. Maintenance |
B. Preinduction |
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Preoperative assessment of the surgical patient is conducted by the anesthesia provider to gather information for all of the following purposes except to: A. Confirm the patients surgical disease B. Assess other medical conditions C. Determine the patients physical status D. Determine whether the procedure is necessary |
D. Determine whether the procedure is necessary |
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Marcaine is available in each of the following concentrations except: A. 0.25% B. 0.5% C. 0.75% D. 1% |
D. 1% |
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Which one of the following statements does not apply to lidocaine A. Is an snide compound B. Is available with epinephrine C. Is fast acting D. Last longer than bupivacaine |
D. Last longer than bupivacaine |
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Which of the following is not a vasoconstrictor A. Cocaine B. Epinephrine C. Lidocaine D. Norepinephrine |
C. Lidocaine |
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Which piece of equipment is essential to preformed an IVRA(Bier Block) for a carpal tunnel release? A. Nerve stimulator B. Conscientiousness monitor C. Tourniquet D. Pulse oximeter |
C. Tourniquet |
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Which one if the following local an aesthetics is never injected A. Bupivacaine B. Cocaine C. Lidocaine D. Mepivacaine |
B. Cocaine |
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An IVRA (Bier Block) May be used for procedures such as: A. Excision of Nevis on the shoulder B. Removal of groin nodule C. Carpal tunnel release D. Inferior rectus release |
C. Carpal tunnel release |
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Medication used to inhibit mucous secretions of the respiratory system and digestive tract termed: A. Antacids B. Antiemetics C. Anticholinergics D. Tranquilizers |
C. Anticholingergics |
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What is the trade name for midazolam? A. Ativan B. Versed C. Valium D. Phenergam |
B. Versed |
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Which on of the following groups of preoperative sedatives is most often used A. Benzodiazepines B. Phenothiazines C. Diphenhydramine D. Droperidol |
A. Benzodiazepines |
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Astramorph is a trade name for which one of the following generic drugs A. Morphine B. Meperidine C. Fentanyl D. Phenergan |
A. Morphine |
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Demerol is a trade name for which one of the following generic drugs A. Morphine B. Meperidine C. Fentanyl D. Phenergan |
B. Meperidine |
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Which on of the following is not used for the classification of drugs A. Therapeutic action B. Physiologic action C. Affected body system D. Source of origin |
D. Source of origin |
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Which one of the following abbreviations indicate an ointment form of a given drug A. Gtta B. Ung C. Susp D. Soln |
B. Ung |
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Which form of drug preparation tends to act more quickly? A. Solid B. Semisolid C. Liquid D. Gas |
D. Gas |
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A drug that binds to a receptor and stimulates its function is said to be a(n) drug A. Agonist B. Antagonist C. Idiosyncratic D. Pharmacokinetic |
A.agonist |
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What does the abbreviation sos mean on a prescription A. One half B. Once, if necessary C. Without D. As desired |
B. Once, if necessary |
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Microfibrillar collagen hemostat is derived from: A. Bovine corium collagen B. Purified pork skin C. Purified beeswax D. An astringent plant |
A. Bovine corium collagen |
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Which is not a topical hemostatic A. Bone wax B. Tannic avid C. Silver nitrate D. Calcium salts |
D. Calcium salts |
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Which group of drugs is given intravenously to dissolve existing blood clots A. Parenteral anticoagulants B. Oral anticoagulants C. Thrombolytics D. Factor XIII inhibitors |
C. Thrombolytics |
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Which of the following is a form of oxidized regenerated cellulose A. Avitene microfibrillar collagen hemostat (MCH) B. Surgiform C. Surgical Fibrillar D. Thrombi-Gel |
A. Avitene microfibrillar collagen hemostat (MCH) |
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Which form of anticoagulant is used for long term management of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) A. Parenteral B. Oral C. Thrombolytics D. Factor XIII |
B. Oral |
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When too much potassium is excreted, the resulting condition is called: A. Hypocalemia B. Hypokalemia C. Hypernatremia D. Hyperemia |
B. Hypokalemia |
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Of the following early inhalation agents, which one is still in use A. Ether B. Chloroform C. Cyclopropane D. Nitrous Oxide |
D. Nitrous Oxide |
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Each one of the following inhalation agent, either alone or in combination with succinylcholine is considered a triggering agent for malignant hyperthermia except:
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Nitrous oxide |
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Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) is which type of diuretic medication? A. Potassium sparing B. Thiazides C. Osmotic |
B. Thiazide |
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Proteins responsible for transporting oxygen to cells are which one of the following A. Leukocytes B. Platelets C. Antigens D. Hemoglobin |
D. Hemoglobin |
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Antibiotics are natural chemicals call metabolites which are produced by
A. Fungi and bacteria B. Viruses and parasites C. Human cells D. Sulfa drugs |
A. Fungi and bacteria |
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Which one of the following statements is not true of fentanyl A. It is 100 times more potent than morphine B. It can only be used in combination with other anaesthetic agents C. It is 5 to 10 time less potent than Sufenta D. It has a rapid onset of approximately 30 seconds. |
B. It can only be used in combination with other anesthetic agents |
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Which method of anesthesia is likely to be used for a 45-year old alcohol intoxicated man for a closed reduction and cast application of a fractured forearm |
Axillary block |
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Which one of following is not a function |
Production of hisamine (H2) receptor antagonists to bind to target skills |
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The diuretic medication that draws fluid out of tissue and into the circulatory system is called |
Osmotic |
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A series of test used to identify disease causing microorganisms and to determine their susceptibility to various antibiotics is called |
Culture and sensitivity |
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Which one of the following inhabitation agents is a gas not a vapor |
Nitros oxide |
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Food and fluid restrictions preoperatively can result in the surgical patient being which one of the following |
Dehydrated |
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Which group of drugs interferes with the transmission of pain impulses to the brain |
Anesthetic agents |
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Long term treatment of glaucoma may include any one of the following group of drugs except |
Osmotic diuretic medication |
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The effect of osmotic diuretics in the treatment of glaucoma is to |
Draw fluid out of the eye |
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What is the generic name of osmitrol |
Mannitol |
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Steroid anti inflammatory drugs are used in ophthalmology to |
Suppress inflammatory response to trauma |
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What is the duration of Coumadin |
5 to 7 days |
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Anticoagulants are used for any of the following reasons except |
To dissolve blood clots causing myocardial infarction |
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The trade or brand name for mannitol is |
Osmitrol |
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Nonsteridol hormones are synthesized from |
Amino acids |
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Which one of the following statements is not true of Pentothal |
It is an effective analgesic |
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Which one of the following agents is a thrombolytic |
Streptokinase |
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Calcium and vitamin K play vital roles in the process of clot formation |
True |
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Which one of the following drugs is best used for superficial priced of short duration such as skin grafts |
Ketalar |
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The posterior cavity of the globe is filled with |
Vitreous humor |
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Which one of the following statements is not true of ketamine |
Is best used for procedures of long duration |
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Steroidal hornones are derived from |
Cholesterol |
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Fentanyl is available under what trade name |
Sublimaze |
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Which one the following statements is not true of propofol |
Patients may experience hallucinations through the emergence phase of anesthesia |
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Which one of the following opioids has the shortest peak time |
Sublimaze |
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Another name for donor blood is which one of the following |
Homologous |
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Which one of the following drugs is not an opioid |
Propofol |
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Dextran is an example of a |
Volume expander |
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Testing the temperature of irrigation solutions is important because if too hot it can |
Cause tissue damage |
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Most transfusions involve packed red blood (RBCs) given with |
Volume expander |
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Which one of the following opioids has an inset time grater than 30 sec |
Sufenta |
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Which one of the following muscles relaxants produce fasciculation followed by flaccidity |
Succinylcholine |
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Which is not an adverse effect associated with succinylcholine |
Decreased intracranial pressure |
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What is the trade name for succinylcholine |
Anectine |
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The purpose of a preoperative H2 blocker is to |
Inhibit the production of gastric acid |
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Most drugs are excreted and eliminating by the |
Kidney |
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An expected but unintended effect of a drug is termed a effect |
Side |
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A preoperative antacid administered orally is which one of the following. |
Sodium citrate |
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The brand name for mepivacaine |
Carbocaine |
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Hormones made of short chains of amino acids are called hormones |
Peptide |
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Which one of the following types of diuretic medication is prescribed in the treatment of glaucoma |
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor |
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Avitene must be applied with a instrument |
Dry |
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How is medication administered by any route except the mouth |
Parenterally |
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During the second stage of blood clot formation ___________ is formed |
Thrombin |
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Vitamin K is available |
AquaMEPHYON |
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Which one of the following classification of hormones is sympathormetic |
Catecholamines |
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Which one of the following agents dissolves blood clots |
Thrombolytics |
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Which one of the following is considered the simplest form of hormones |
Amines |
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One of the most common IV solutions used in the surgical setting is which one of the following |
0.9% sodium chloride |
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Which one of the following is a steroidal hormone |
Aldosterone |
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The body’s failure to respond to the action of insulin on target cells results in which one of the following conditions |
Type II diabetes |
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Which is the postoperative phase of general anesthesia |
Recovery |
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Which phase of general anesthesia includes preoxygenation of the patient |
Preinduction |
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Which phase of general anesthesia includes the administration of muscle relaxants |
Maintenance |
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Which one of the following statements is not laryngeal mask airway |
Administering muscle relaxants is required |
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Which one of the following is it a mechanism by which antimicrobial agents may work against pathogenic microorganisms |
Interferes with reabsorption of sodium |
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The clear non vascular fibrous tissue that covers the front of the eye to allow light into the eye is known as |
Cornea |
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Ultra short acting intravenous anesthesia agents administered during the induction phase are |
Barbiturates |
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If a tumor resembles normal tissue grows slowly and does not spread to surrounding tissues it is considered to be which one of the following |
Benign |
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Analgesic are administered during which phase of general anesthesia |
Maintenance |
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Drugs that produce clot formation are termed |
Coagulants |
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Chronic open angle glaucoma results from a blockage of the |
Trabecular meshwork |
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A group of diseases characterized by increased intraocular pressure is known as which one of the following |
Glaucoma |
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The generic name for marcaine is |
Bupivacaine |
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Which one of the following drugs is not a cycloplegic agent |
Atropine sulfate |
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All of the following are true of contrast media except |
Most are radiotransparent |
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All of the following are on the “do not use” list of abbreviations except |
Zero before the decimal point |
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The brand name for lidocaine is |
Xylocaine |
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Which one of the following drugs provides relief of pain without loss of consciousness |
Analgesic |
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The generic name for carbocaine is |
Mepivacaine |
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Drugs that are listed with a C-I are considered to |
Have a high abuse potential with no medical use |
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Which one of the following is in an H2 blocker |
Ranitidine |
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The preoperative phase of general anesthesia is which one of the following |
Induction |
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Which one of the following medications is a loop diuretic |
Lasix |
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Which one of the following statements is not true about cricord pressure |
Reduces the risk of laryngeal spasm |
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Which phase of general anesthesia includes administration of anesthesia agents |
Induction |
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Which of the following is not a form of absorbable gelatin |
Thrombogen |
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The pharmacological agent used to delineate lymph nodes is which one of the following |
Lymphazurin |
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Preoperative and intraoperative antibiotics may be administered by any one of the following methods except |
Orally |
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Which one of the following medication is administered intravenously as soon as allergic reaction is confirmed |
Benadryl |
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Distribution of drugs within the body is carried out through which one of the following body |
Circulatory |
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The volume of erythrocytes in a given volume of blood is called which one of the following |
Hematocrit |
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The irrigation solution that is conductive and is used with caution in the presence of the ESU is which one of the following |
Saline |
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Diuretics cause the elimination of excess fluid by preventing the reabsorption of which one of the following elements |
Sodium |
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Which one of the following duties is the primary responsibility of the surgical technologist in the scrub role during an intraoperative cardiac arrest that occurs in the day shift |
Maintain the sterile field |
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Which term indicates an abnormally high concentration of potassium in the blood |
Hyperkalemia |
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The full quality contained in a medication bottle is its |
Total volume |
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The organization that internationally regulates medication is |
The World Health organization |
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Hormones produced by the cortex of adrenal glands are collectively called |
Steroids |
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A 30 gauge hypodermic needle is larger in diameter than an 18 gauge needle |
False |
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Which one of the following hormones helps control calcium and phosphate levels in the blood |
Calcitonin |
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Which one of the following is not a thyroid hormone |
Thyroid stimulating hormone |
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In the number 123.45678 which digit is in the ten thousand place |
7 |
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Who assigns a brand name to a new medication |
Manufacturer |
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The most common type of syringe used in surgery is the |
Luer-loc |
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Proteins used in eye surgery that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions are called |
Enzymes |
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Who discovered penicillin |
Alexander Fleming |
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The abbreviation PO represents which one of the following |
Orally |
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Preoperative assessment of the surgical patient is conducted by any one of the following individuals except |
Surgeon |
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When a microorganisms DNA sequence is altered to prevent destruction by an agent the microorganisms is said to have developed |
Antibiotic resistance |
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Non prescription medication are also known as which one of the following |
Over the counter medication |
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Which federal action sets the standards for quality and requires proper medication labeling for preparation containing morphine |
Pure food and drug act |
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Why might lidocaine be administered in the management of cardiac arrest |
To treat ventricular arrhythmias |
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Which one of following hormones is given for palliative treatment of metastatic breast cancer |
Estrogen |
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All of the following are disadvantages to pharmacogenetics except |
It’s use to target specific diseases |
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Which medication is administered intravenously for anaphylaxis when it occurs under general anesthesia |
Dopamine |
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What will happen if epinephrine 1:1000 is injected |
Tachycardia and hypertension |
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Drugs that relieve symptoms of a condition but do not cure it are |
Palliative |
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Anaphylaxis |
Unusual or exaggerated allergic reaction |
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Asystole |
Cardiac standstill or arrest |
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Bolus |
Concentrated amount of IV medication administered rapidly |
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Bradycardia |
Slow heart beat |
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Bronchospam |
Involuntary contraction of the smooth muscle of the bronchi |
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Cyanosis |
Bluish discoloration of the skin |
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Diaphoresis |
Profuse perspiration |
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Pyrexia |
Febrile condition |
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Tachycardia |
Abnormally rapid heart rate |
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Tachypnea |
Very rapid respiration |
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Which group of ophthalmic drugs is used in the short treatment of glaucoma |
Miotics |
