A single strand of suture handed to the surgeon to

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A single strand of suture handed to the surgeon to ligate a vessel is called a

A. Transfixer B. Tensile strength C. Free tie D. Purse-string suture

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A free tie is a single suture strand used to ligate a vessel, distinct from other suture techniques.

The following are clinical manifestations of intussusceptions EXCEPT

A. Colicky abdominal pain B. Saucer-shaped curve on the abdomen C. Bilious vomiting D. Failure to pass meconium

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failure to pass meconium is typical of Hirschsprung's, not intussusception, which presents with pain and vomiting.

The forceps that is applied to the cut uterine edges during caesarean section is

A. Duval B. Babcock C. Green Armytage D. Kocher

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Green Armytage forceps are designed to grasp uterine edges during cesarean sections.

The best indication for surgical removal of urinary bladder is

A. Cystolithiasis B. Carcinoma of bladder C. Cystocele D. Retention of urine

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Carcinoma of the bladder often necessitates cystectomy (bladder removal) as the definitive treatment.

Glasgow Coma Scale is used to measure a client's

A. Vital signs B. Best motor response C. Best verbal response D. Neurological responses

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses neurological status via eye, verbal, and motor responses.

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