Question 1

Following lung transplantation, the surgeon will perform which procedure to aspirate secretions and check for leaks?

Accepted Answer

A)   bronchoscopy
B)   laryngoscopy
C)   mediastinoscopy
D)   video-assisted thoracoscopy

Question 2

The saphenous vein used for coronary artery grafting must be reversed before anastomosis due to the presence of valves in the vein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is a commonly used method of preserving the heart by reducing its metabolic needs?

Accepted Answer

A)   hypothermia
B)   lung deflation
C)   left ventricular venting
D)   warming with heat exchanger

Question 4

What is the name of the device that is attached to suction for collection of mucous or bronchial washing specimens?

Accepted Answer

A)   aerobic culture tube
B)   insufflation tubing
C)   myringotomy tube
D)   Lukens tube

Question 5

In which procedure would an incision NOT be required for insertion of the endoscope?

Accepted Answer

A)   bronchoscopy
B)   mediastinoscopy
C)   pectus excavatum via VATS
D)   video-assisted thoracic surgery

Question 6

Lung reduction surgery is performed for patients with emphysema.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is the term for a collapsed lung?

Accepted Answer

A)   atelectasis
B)   decortication
C)   emphysema
D)   pneumonitis

Question 8

Which heart valve is also known as the bicuspid valve?

Accepted Answer

A)   aortic
B)   mitral
C)   pulmonary
D)   tricuspid

Question 9

Which device is used for patients awaiting heart transplant that allows them to be ambulatory and has both internal and external components to the system?

Accepted Answer

A)   ventricular assist device
B)   left ventricular vent
C)   cardiac pacemaker
D)   vena cava filter

Question 10

Which one of the following is NOT one of the cardiac valves?

Accepted Answer

A)   aortic
B)   mitral
C)   septal
D)   tricuspid

Question 11

Which of the following will be required upon completion of any procedure in which the pleural cavity has been opened?

Accepted Answer

A)   passive wound drain such as a Penrose
B)   chest tube attached to a Pleur-evac system
C)   active wound drain such as a Jackson-Pratt
D)   compression dressing with Ace or tensor bandages

Question 12

Video-assisted thoracic surgery procedures use carbon dioxide for distention.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which diagnostic method provides the MOST extensive details regarding valvular disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)   cardiac catheterization
B)   CT scanning
C)   electromyography
D)   MRI scanning

Question 14

Which of the following regarding blood flow is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   right atrium, pulmonary vein, lungs, pulmonary artery, left ventricle
B)   right ventricle, pulmonary vein, lungs, pulmonary artery, left atrium
C)   right atrium, pulmonary artery, lungs, pulmonary vein, left ventricle
D)   right ventricle, pulmonary artery, lungs, pulmonary vein, left atrium

Question 15

The coronary arteries originate from the:

Accepted Answer

A)   ascending aorta
B)   descending aorta
C)   pulmonary artery
D)   subclavian artery

Question 16

Which instrument is a rib shear?

Accepted Answer

A)   Alexander
B)   Bethune
C)   Davidson
D)   Satinsky

Question 17

Which suturing technique maintains the aortic and venous cannulae?

Accepted Answer

A)   figure of eight
B)   purse-string
C)   horizontal mattress
D)   vertical mattress

Question 18

Which suture is frequently used for anastomosis of the saphenous vein or internal mammary artery in CABG?

Accepted Answer

A)   6-0 or 7-0 polypropylene
B)   2-0 or 3-0 polyester
C)   6-0 or 7-0 polyglactin
D)   2-0 or 3-0 poliglecaprone

Question 19

The apex of the lung is located:

Accepted Answer

A)   inferiorly and laterally
B)   medially where the bronchus enters
C)   medially just above the diaphragm
D)   superiorly and just above the clavicle

Question 20

In the event that a VATS procedure had to be converted to an open procedure, which open case would be performed?

Accepted Answer

A)   coronary artery bypass
B)   laparoscopy
C)   thoracotomy
D)   tracheotomy

Exam 22: Cardiothoracic Surgery

In the event that a VATS procedure had to be converted to an open procedure, which open case would be performed?

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What is the term for a collapsed lung?

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Following lung transplantation, the surgeon will perform which procedure to aspirate secretions and check for leaks?

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The saphenous vein used for coronary artery grafting must be reversed before anastomosis due to the presence of valves in the vein.

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Which heart valve is also known as the bicuspid valve?

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What is the name of the device that is attached to suction for collection of mucous or bronchial washing specimens?

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Which of the following will be required upon completion of any procedure in which the pleural cavity has been opened?

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Which one of the following is NOT one of the cardiac valves?

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The coronary arteries originate from the:

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Which suture is frequently used for anastomosis of the saphenous vein or internal mammary artery in CABG?

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Lung reduction surgery is performed for patients with emphysema.

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Which of the following regarding blood flow is correct?

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Which suturing technique maintains the aortic and venous cannulae?

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Video-assisted thoracic surgery procedures use carbon dioxide for distention.

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The apex of the lung is located:

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Which instrument is a rib shear?

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Which of the following is a commonly used method of preserving the heart by reducing its metabolic needs?

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Which diagnostic method provides the MOST extensive details regarding valvular disorders?

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In which procedure would an incision NOT be required for insertion of the endoscope?

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Which device is used for patients awaiting heart transplant that allows them to be ambulatory and has both internal and external components to the system?

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