Sterile Gloving and Wound Care Quiz

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Which of the following is a key responsibility of a Medical Assistant in relation to sterile techniques?

Assisting in surgical procedures

Maintaining patient records

Administering medication to patients

Providing the operating physician with sterile equipment (correct)

What is the definition of sterility?

Presence of all microorganisms, including spores

Absence of only bacteria

Absence of all microorganisms, including spores (correct)

Presence of only non-pathogenic microorganisms

What is the purpose of a hemostat?

Cutting tissues during surgery

Holding tissues and organs in place

Removing foreign objects from the body

Preventing the flow of blood from an open blood vessel (correct)

What distinguishes bandage scissors from other types of scissors?

They have an extended, blunted point on the lower blade Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying a thin gel barrier to a wound before dressing?

To create a moist environment for optimal healing and shield the skin from harmful foreign invaders Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using stretch gauze (Kling wrap) on a wound?

To provide physical protection and absorb fluids from healing wounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of non-adhering dressings?

To provide protection for wounds without sticking to the affected area Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a finger cage in dressing a wound on a digit?

To create a clean, tight, well-wrapped wound dressing around the entire injured digit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sutures, steri-strips, and staples in wound care?

To hold edges of a wound together for proper healing Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before removing sutures?

Assess the wound to ensure it is not infected Signup and view all the answers

How often should dressings be changed?

Daily Signup and view all the answers

What should be applied to a wound to create a moist environment for optimal healing?

A thin gel barrier Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying a barrier to the wound prior to dressing?

To shield the non-intact skin from potentially harmful foreign invaders Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the wound dressing is allowed to remain wet?

It must never be allowed to remain wet Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a non-adhering dressing?

To provide protection for wounds without sticking to the affected area Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a finger cage in dressing a wound on a digit?

To create a clean, tight, well-wrapped wound dressing around the entire injured digit Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended temperature for steam sterilization in an autoclave?

250º F Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is commonly packaged together for sterilization and storage in a 'suture repair pack'?

Iris scissors and thumb forceps Signup and view all the answers

What should be the position of hinged instruments in a properly-packaged sterilization pouch?

Open position, handle facing downwards Signup and view all the answers

What is used to verify the sterility of sterilization pouches?

Sterile or biological indicators Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a sterile field in surgery?

To reduce the risk of infection Signup and view all the answers

What is used to cover the Mayo stand's tray surface when creating a sterile field?

Sterile, non-fenestrated drape Signup and view all the answers

What may be required for instruments sterilized in pouches after a period of unuse?

Re-sterilization Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common packaging for autoclaving medical equipment?

Sterilization pouches Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a sterile indicator in instrument packaging?

To confirm that the package is sterile Signup and view all the answers

What is used to reduce the risk of infection during surgery?

Sterile field Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a 'suture repair pack'?

Preparation for surgical suturing Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended minimum time for steam sterilization in an autoclave?

15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the first stage of wound healing?

Hemostasis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sterile gloves in wound care?

To maintain sterility during procedures Signup and view all the answers

What does the proliferation phase of wound healing involve?

Growth of new tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is exudate in the context of wound care?

Wound discharge Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of debridement in wound care?

Cleaning and decontamination of wounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the immune system's response to injury known as?

Inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What type of wounds require specialized care?

Chronic wounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of vasoconstriction in wound healing?

To reduce blood flow Signup and view all the answers

What is the final phase of wound healing known as?

Maturation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of medical assistants in practices providing acute care?

Encounter patients with wounds and aid in timely patient care Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of exudate in wound care?

Serous, sanguineous, purulent Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of donning sterile gloves in wound care?

To maintain sterility during procedures Signup and view all the answers

Steel surgical instruments, as well as other reusable supplies, must be re-sterilized using a variety of ______ techniques.

sterile Signup and view all the answers

Bandage Scissors have an extended, blunted point on the lower blade to easily slide beneath bandages or dressings to cut and remove without causing injury to the ______.

patient Signup and view all the answers

Many operating supplies are disposable and single-use (i.e. sutures, scalpels, razors, more), and come sterile inside manufacturer’s ______ .

packaging Signup and view all the answers

It is a Medical Assistant’s responsibility to provide the operating physician with ______ equipment to eliminate or greatly reduce risk of infection.

sterile Signup and view all the answers

Whenever a Medical Assistant provides care for a wound, ______ or sterile gloves must be worn

clean Signup and view all the answers

After the physician has provided care for the wound, it is often times the Medical Assistant’s job to dress the ______

wound Signup and view all the answers

Some clinics may have wound care standard procedures; others may go by physician ______

preference Signup and view all the answers

A barrier must be applied to the wound prior to dressing, otherwise it may adhere to healing tissues and ______ the wound upon removal

damage Signup and view all the answers

Non-adhering dressings are designed to provide protection for wounds without sticking to the affected area. This allows for fluid drainage while reducing risk of ______ healing skin

damaging Signup and view all the answers

One method of applying a dressing to a digit is by use of tube gauze and a finger ______

cage Signup and view all the answers

A suture or stitch is a thread like material that is used to hold edges of a wound together for proper ______

healing Signup and view all the answers

In order to remove sutures you must first make sure you have all the needed supplies; gloves, alcohol wipe, forceps, suture scissors, and wound ______ if needed

dressing Signup and view all the answers

While the procedure itself is not considered a sterile procedure (though it can be) it is important that the instruments be free from any ______

organisms Signup and view all the answers

If you notice the site has signs of infection always consult with the provider before starting the ______

procedure Signup and view all the answers

Debridement can be a ______ process for the patient

painful Signup and view all the answers

Dressings must be changed ______, and must never be allowed to remain wet

daily Signup and view all the answers

Provide patient education on how to appropriately care for and dress their wound ______

at home Signup and view all the answers

Proper wound care involves understanding the stages of wound healing and treating wounds to achieve optimal ______ conditions

healing Signup and view all the answers

Exudate, or discharge from a wound, can be serous (clear and watery), sanguineous (composed of blood and interstitial body fluids), or ______ (indicative of infection)

purulent Signup and view all the answers

Hemostasis, the stopping of blood flow, is the body's initial response to active bleeding from a ______

wound Signup and view all the answers

Medical Assistants need to know how to properly don ______ gloves without compromising their sterility when assisting a physician during a procedure

sterile Signup and view all the answers

The proliferation phase involves new granulation tissue growing over the injured site, providing the base for new, healthy skin cells to ______

grow Signup and view all the answers

Medical Assistants working in practices providing acute care may encounter patients with wounds and should be prepared to aid in timely patient ______

care Signup and view all the answers

Debridement may include gently cleansing a wound with mild medical-grade soap and clear water, as well as using sterile forceps to remove debris stuck in the wound if directed by a ______

physician Signup and view all the answers

More serious wounds may require repair and sterile techniques, which are covered in future lectures for Medical ______

Assistants Signup and view all the answers

Per clinic protocol, Medical Assistants may be tasked with debriding a wound before the physician sees the patient, involving cleansing and decontaminating the ______

wound Signup and view all the answers

The inflammatory response is the immune system's natural response to injury, involving increased blood flow, redness, warmth, swelling, and ______

pain Signup and view all the answers

The maturation phase, also known as the scarring or remodeling phase, can take weeks to many years and results in collagen tissues ______

hardening Signup and view all the answers

Sterile gloves are considered nonsterile inside, and skin is nonsterile, so Medical Assistants can touch the inside of the ______

gloves Signup and view all the answers

Properly packaged instruments for autoclaving should be hinged in an open position, have handles facing downwards, and include sterile indicators and accurate ______.

labeling Signup and view all the answers

Sterilization pouches have a means of identifying which packages have been through the sterilization process, but this does not ensure sterility and must be verified using sterile ______.

indicators Signup and view all the answers

Instruments sterilized in pouches may need to be re-sterilized depending on individual clinic protocol or manufacturer ______.

specifications Signup and view all the answers

A sterile field is essential for reducing the risk of infection during surgical procedures and is typically created on the surface of a Mayo stand using a sterile, non-fenestrated ______.

drape Signup and view all the answers

The sterile field must be maintained by avoiding non-sterile objects passing over the top of the field, including the arm of the medical ______.

assistant Signup and view all the answers

Instruments must be transferred onto the sterile field without compromising sterility, and any compromise requires discarding or re-sterilizing the entire field and its ______.

contents Signup and view all the answers

After covering the sterile field, the space over the covered field can be entered by nonsterile objects, simplifying the covering step and allowing the medical assistant to leave the room and notify the ______.

physician Signup and view all the answers

Visual demonstration and caution are essential for understanding and maintaining the sterile field and the proper technique for transferring instruments ______ it.

onto Signup and view all the answers

Sterilization of medical equipment is typically done in an autoclave using steam at 250º F under pressure for a minimum of 15 ______.

minutes Signup and view all the answers

Sterilization pouches should not be stacked in the autoclave and must allow adequate space for steam ______.

penetration Signup and view all the answers

Commonly used surgical instruments for laceration repair are iris scissors, thumb forceps, needle holders, and suture ______.

scissors Signup and view all the answers

Medical assistants need to be familiar with various surgical instruments used by operating physicians to enhance efficiency and timeliness of ______.

care Signup and view all the answers

The space over the covered field can be entered by nonsterile objects, simplifying the covering step and allowing the medical assistant to leave the room and ______ the physician.

notify Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Assistant Training: Sterile Gloving and Wound Care

Sterile gloves are used by medical assistants to assist physicians during procedures and require proper donning to maintain sterility.
The process of donning sterile gloves involves touching the nonsterile inside of the gloves and manipulating the outside until they are securely on.
Wound care involves therapeutic treatment of injuries to aid in healing and minimize complications.
The stages of wound healing include hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and maturation.
Hemostasis involves clotting to stop bleeding, achieved by vasoconstriction and coagulation.
Chronic wounds require specialized care, and treatment may vary based on factors like location, depth, and patient condition.
Inflammation is the immune system's response to injury, involving vasodilation, increased blood flow, and the four signs of redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.
The proliferation phase involves the growth of new granulation tissue over the injured site to support healthy skin cell growth.
The maturation phase, also known as the scarring or remodeling phase, can take weeks to years and involves collagen tissue hardening.
Exudate, or wound discharge, can be serous (clear and watery), sanguineous (composed of blood and body fluids), or purulent (indicative of infection).
Medical assistants in practices providing acute care may encounter patients with wounds and should be prepared to aid in timely patient care.
Debridement, the cleaning and decontamination of wounds, may be performed by medical assistants per clinic protocol, always wearing clean or sterile gloves.

Sterilization and Sterile Field Management in Medical Settings

Commonly used surgical instruments for laceration repair are iris scissors, thumb forceps, needle holders, and suture scissors.
Medical assistants need to be familiar with various surgical instruments used by operating physicians to enhance efficiency and timeliness of care.
Sterilization of medical equipment is typically done in an autoclave using steam at 250º F under pressure for a minimum of 15 minutes.
Properly packaged instruments for autoclaving should be hinged in an open position, have handles facing downwards, and include sterile indicators and accurate labeling.
Sterilization pouches should not be stacked in the autoclave and must allow adequate space for steam penetration.
Sterilization pouches have a means of identifying which packages have been through the sterilization process, but this does not ensure sterility and must be verified using sterile indicators.
Instruments sterilized in pouches may need to be re-sterilized depending on individual clinic protocol or manufacturer specifications.
A sterile field is essential for reducing the risk of infection during surgical procedures and is typically created on the surface of a Mayo stand using a sterile, non-fenestrated drape.
The sterile field must be maintained by avoiding non-sterile objects passing over the top of the field, including the arm of the medical assistant.
Instruments must be transferred onto the sterile field without compromising sterility, and any compromise requires discarding or re-sterilizing the entire field and its contents.
After covering the sterile field, the space over the covered field can be entered by nonsterile objects, simplifying the covering step and allowing the medical assistant to leave the room and notify the physician.
Visual demonstration and caution are essential for understanding and maintaining the sterile field and the proper technique for transferring instruments onto it.

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Test your knowledge of sterile gloving and wound care with this quiz! Explore the proper donning of sterile gloves and the stages of wound healing, including hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and maturation. Gain insight into wound care for chronic wounds, exudate types, and the role of medical assistants in aiding timely patient care.