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II. Ancillary Duties

Answers ResultALL 3CORRECT 1INCORRECT 2SAVED 0

During a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the surgeon encounters significant bleeding from a branch of the cystic artery. As a Certified Surgical First Assistant, what immediate action should you take to assist the surgeon in controlling the bleeding?

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A.Increase the pneumoperitoneum pressure to tamponade the bleeding
B.Switch from laparoscopic to open surgery immediately
C.Apply direct pressure with a laparoscopic gauze while preparing a hemostatic clip
D.Request the surgical team to lower the table for better visualization

During a laparoscopic procedure, the team is using a monopolar electrocautery device. Which action should the surgical assistant prioritize to reduce the risk of unintended intra-abdominal thermal injury (e.g., from insulation failure or stray energy transfer)?

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A.Inspect the instrument insulation and ensure the active electrode is activated only when the tip is in direct view and in contact with the intended target tissue.
B.Increase the power setting to shorten activation time and reduce heat spread.
C.Keep the electrode activated continuously while moving between target sites to maintain efficiency.
D.Place the return electrode (grounding pad) on a flat, well-perfused muscle area to prevent burns.

Category QuizI. Perioperative Care1 of 3 correct04:12

Answers ResultALL 3CORRECT 1INCORRECT 2SAVED 0

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A.Increase the pneumoperitoneum pressure to tamponade the bleeding
B.Switch from laparoscopic to open surgery immediately
C.Apply direct pressure with a laparoscopic gauze while preparing a hemostatic clip
D.Request the surgical team to lower the table for better visualization

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Applying direct pressure with a laparoscopic gauze while preparing a hemostatic clip is the correct action because it allows for immediate control of the bleeding while the necessary equipment is prepared to achieve hemostasis. The cystic artery is a common site for bleeding during cholecystectomy procedures, and using direct pressure in combination with hemostatic techniques is standard practice in laparoscopic surgery. Increasing the pneumoperitoneum pressure might temporarily reduce bleeding by compressing vessels, but it can also obscure the surgical field and does not address the source of bleeding effectively. Requesting the surgical team to lower the table for better visualization does not address the immediate need to control bleeding and may delay effective intervention. Switching from laparoscopic to open surgery immediately might be a consideration if bleeding cannot be controlled laparoscopically, but this is not the first line of action and involves significantly more risk and time.

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