18 Questions
Which of the following is considered a critical factor for optimal healing in reproductive surgery?
Minimal surgical trauma
What is the primary purpose of using an OHE hook in reproductive surgery?
To retract tissue during surgery
What is the primary reason patients requiring cesarean section are considered greater anesthetic risks?
Hypovolemia
What is the surgical removal of the prostate gland known as?
Prostatectomy
What type of suture is recommended for most reproductive tract procedures?
Monofilament absorbable and nonabsorbable suture
What is the primary goal of postoperative analgesic administration in reproductive surgery?
To manage pain
What is the surgical incision into the uterus known as?
Hysterotomy
What is a concern for reproductive anesthesia?
Drugs that depress the mother also depress the fetus
What is the recommended frequency for assessing the incision site for redness, swelling, or discharge?
Twice daily
How do the reproductive and genital systems heal?
They heal like other visceral tissues
What is the term for the surgical incision into the urinary bladder?
Cystotomy
What is the purpose of antibiotic therapy in patients with pyometra, metritis, or bacterial prostatitis?
To treat bacterial infections based on culture and susceptibility
What should be corrected before anesthesia in patients with urinary obstruction or leakage?
Acid-base imbalance and electrolyte abnormalities
Why are anticholinergics not routinely recommended for trauma patients?
They may increase heart rate and oxygen consumption, and cause a predisposition to cardiac arrhythmias
What type of suture material is preferred for bladder and urethral surgery?
Absorbable suture material
Why should nonabsorbable sutures be avoided in the urinary bladder or urethra?
They promote formation of calculi
What percentage of normal tissue strength does the urinary bladder regain in 14 to 21 days?
100%
What should be considered in animals with urinary obstruction or leakage?
Perioperative antibiotic therapy
Test your knowledge on medical terminology related to reproductive and genital systems, including surgical procedures and anatomical terms. Learn and review key concepts like neutering, hysterectomy, and prostatectomy. Improve your understanding of human anatomy and medical procedures.
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