Surgical Tech Instrument Flashcards for Mastery

Questions and Answers

What is a Foerster used for?

Sponge forcep, used for grasping or holding something.

What is a Babcock used for?

Used for grasping and holding, hollow end with smooth flattened tips.

What are Allis Intestinal Forceps used for?

Used for grasping and holding, curved with multiple interlocking fine teeth at the tip that reduce injury to tissue.

What are Halstead Mosquito Forceps used for?

Used for clamping and occluding, curved or straight with fine tips and horizontal serrations that run the length of the jaws. Signup and view all the answers

What are Crile Forceps/Clamps used for?

Used for clamping or occluding, curved or straight clamp with horizontal serrations that run the complete length of the jaws. Signup and view all the answers

What is a #3 Knife Handle Short used for?

Used for cutting and dissecting, holds a blade size 10, 11, 12 & 15. Also comes in a long version. Signup and view all the answers

What is a #7 Knife Handle Long used for?

Used for cutting and dissecting, holds a blade size 10, 11, 12, 15 as well. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Backhaus Towel Clamp used for?

Used for grasping and holding, ratcheted instrument with curved, sharp, tine-like jaws. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder used for?

Used for suturing and stapling, has a broader jaw that is rounded at the tip with a crisscross pattern on the inner jaw. Signup and view all the answers

What are Debakey Tissue Forceps used for?

Used for grasping and holding, atraumatic tissue forceps with an elongated narrow blunt tip. Signup and view all the answers

What are Russian Tissue Forceps used for?

Used for grasping and holding, rounded tips with starburst pattern serrations. Signup and view all the answers

What are Adson Tissue Forceps used for?

Used for grasping and holding, fine tips with horizontal serrations. Also called Plain Dressing Forceps. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Toothead Adson Tissue Forceps used for?

Used for grasping and holding, fine tips have 2 small teeth on one side and one small tooth on the other side that fit together when closed. Signup and view all the answers

What are Straight Mayo Scissors used for?

Used for cutting and dissecting, heavy scissors with straight blades at the end. Signup and view all the answers

What are Curved Mayo Scissors used for?

Used for cutting and dissecting, heavy scissors with curved blades and blunt or sharp tips. Signup and view all the answers

What are Curved Metzenbaum Scissors used for?

Used for cutting and dissecting, a longer thinner scissor with a curved or straight blade that can have blunt or sharp tips. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Yankaur Suction Tip used for?

Used for suctioning and aspirating, hollow plastic or metal tube with grip handle and slightly bent shaft, that terminates with a bulbous tip and large opening. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Poole Suction Tip used for?

Used for suctioning and aspirating, can be reusable, has 2 components, outer sheath and the inner cannula. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Weitlaner Retractor used for?

Used for retracting and exposing, self-retaining finger release instrument with a ratchet release device on the shanks. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Gelpi Retractor used for?

Used for retracting and exposing, self retaining small spreader suitable for looking into a cavity. Signup and view all the answers

What is an Army Navy Retractor used for?

Used for retracting and exposing, it is a handheld retractor with broad blades. Signup and view all the answers

What are Suture Scissors used for?

Used for cutting or dissecting, these hold the suture while the wound is being closed. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Richardson Retractor used for?

Used for retracting and exposing, it is a handheld retractor with a handle and a long shaft. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Cushing Vein Retractor used for?

Used for retracting and exposing, it is a lightweight tool used to pull veins out of the way without damaging. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Kelly used for?

Used for grasping or clamping, most basic clamp out there. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Surgical Instruments Overview

Foerster: Sponge forceps for grasping or holding materials.
Babcock: Grasping tool with a hollow end and smooth tips, designed to reduce tissue damage.
Allis Intestinal Forceps: Curved grasping instrument with interlocking fine teeth to minimize injury.
Halstead Mosquito Forceps: Clamps with fine tips and horizontal serrations, useful for occlusion.
Crile Forceps/Clamps: Available in curved or straight designs, featuring full-length horizontal serrations.

Cutting and Dissecting Instruments

#3 Knife Handle Short: Holds blade sizes 10, 11, 12, & 15 for cutting and dissecting; also available in long version.
#7 Knife Handle Long: Similar to the #3 but specifically in long form.
Straight Mayo Scissors: Heavy scissors with straight blades for thorough cutting.
Curved Mayo Scissors: Heavy scissors with curved blades; can have blunt or sharp tips.
Curved Metzenbaum Scissors: Longer, thinner scissors suitable for detailed cutting with either curved or straight blades.

Grasping and Holding Instruments

Backhaus Towel Clamp: Ratcheted tool with sharp, curved jaws for strong grip.
Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder: Used for suturing, featuring a broader jaw with a crisscross pattern.
DeBakey Tissue Forceps: Atraumatic forceps with serrated jaws designed to grasp tissue without causing harm.
Russian Tissue Forceps: Grasping instrument with rounded tips and starburst serrations.
Adson Tissue Forceps: Fine-tipped forceps with horizontal serrations, ideal for delicate tasks.
Toothead Adson Tissue Forceps: Similar to Adson but with interlocking teeth for precise holding.
Kelly: Basic clamp used for grasping or clamping.

Suctioning and Aspiration Instruments

Yankaur Suction Tip: Hollow tube with handle and bulbous tip designed for suctioning; requires disassembly for sterility.
Poole Suction Tip: Reusable suction tool with outer sheath and inner cannula; also must be disassembled for sterility.

Retracting and Exposing Instruments

Weitlaner Retractor: Self-retaining with a ratchet release; features dual prongs for depth and stability.
Gelpi Retractor: Small spreader for cavity access, equipped with hinged blades.
Army Navy Retractor: Handheld retractor with broad blades, designed for large muscle tissue.
Richardson Retractor: Handheld with a long shaft and wide hook for retraction of deep tissue.
Cushing Vein Retractor: Lightweight with a fenestrated handle for gentle tissue retraction without damage.

Specialized Instruments

Suture Scissors: Used to cut sutures during wound closure.
Kocher/Ochner: Grasping tool, specific details not provided for usage.

Additional Notes

Many instruments are designed to minimize tissue damage and improve surgical efficiency.
Familiarization with the instruments and their specific uses is critical for surgical success.

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Test your knowledge of essential surgical instruments with these flashcards. Each card presents a term and its definition, catering to those in surgical technology or related fields. Perfect for students or professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of surgical tools.