Kelly's Long Forceps Quiz: Identify Surgical Instruments

Which type of clamp is commonly confused with the Kelly Hemostat and the Rochester Pean?

What is the primary use of Thumb forceps in surgical procedures?

Which feature of Dressing forceps determines how far they can open?

What is a key consideration when inspecting the teeth of a 6” straight, 1x2 teeth forceps?

What is the primary function of Halsted Mosquito Forceps?

Why are Kellys not appropriate for use with large blood vessels or arteries?

Which feature of the instruments should be inspected frequently?

What distinguishes Halsted Mosquito Forceps from Kellys?

What is the primary category of the Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder?

Why are shorter lengths of the Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder used in oral, gynecological, or dermatological procedures?

What feature of the Suture Scissors distinguishes them from other scissors?

Which maintenance action is recommended for Suture Scissors?

What is the category of Halsted Mosquito Forceps?

How do Kelly forceps differ from Rankin forceps?

What is the unique feature of Rochester Pean Forceps?

Instruments like Halsted Mosquito Forceps are most commonly used for?

Surgical Instruments

The Kelly Hemostat and the Rochester Pean are often confused with the Crile Clamp.
Thumb forceps are primarily used for grasping and manipulating small objects in surgical procedures.
The jaws of Dressing forceps determine how far they can open.
When inspecting the teeth of a 6” straight, 1x2 teeth forceps, a key consideration is the presence of any wear or damage.
The primary function of Halsted Mosquito Forceps is to grasp and hold small objects in surgical procedures.
Kellys are not suitable for use with large blood vessels or arteries because they can cause damage to the tissue.
The box locks and hinges of instruments should be inspected frequently to ensure proper function.
Halsted Mosquito Forceps are distinguished from Kellys by their shorter jaw length and more delicate tips.
The Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder is a primary category of needle holders.
Shorter lengths of the Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder are used in oral, gynecological, or dermatological procedures because they provide more precision and control in smaller spaces.
The curved blades and sharp tips of Suture Scissors distinguish them from other scissors.
Suture Scissors require regular cleaning and lubrication to maintain their effectiveness.
Halsted Mosquito Forceps are a category of hemostatic forceps.
Kelly forceps differ from Rankin forceps in their jaw length and tip design.
Rochester Pean Forceps have a unique feature of a curved jaw and a locking mechanism.
Instruments like Halsted Mosquito Forceps are most commonly used for grasping and holding small objects in surgical procedures.

Test your knowledge of surgical instruments by identifying the curved Crile clamp, thumb forceps, and other tools. Learn about their features, uses, and categories in this quiz.