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Quiz 1: Hemostasis Management - ECSACONM

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1

Which systemic factor most directly impairs the enzymatic activity of the coagulation cascade during surgery?

Elevated glucose levels
Hypothermia
Hypernatremia
Mild dehydration

2

During setup, the scrub nurse notices the patient has a pacemaker near the surgical site. What is the safest hemostatic adjustment?

Substitute mechanical or chemical methods for electrosurgery
Proceed with diathermy using minimal settings
Request fibrin sealant as a prophylactic measure
Delay surgery until cardiology clearance is obtained

3

Which of the following topical hemostatic agents should not be used in an infected or contaminated surgical field?

Gelatin sponge
Fibrin sealant
Microfibrillar collagen
Oxidized cellulose

4

The circulating nurse is preparing for a liver resection with anticipated blood loss. Which preparatory step best ensures rapid response to hemorrhage?

Confirming blood products are crossmatched and transport-ready
Checking stapler cartridge loads before incision
Laying out the smallest sponges closest to the surgeon
Ensuring irrigation fluids are cooled to minimize enzyme degradation

5

During active arterial bleeding, the scrub nurse hands the surgeon a vascular clamp with the ratchets locked and oriented away from the surgeon’s hand. What is the most appropriate correction?

Use a smaller clamp regardless of vessel size for precision
Keep the ratchets locked to prevent accidental release once applied
Unlock the ratchets and reorient the clamp tips toward the surgeon before passing
Replace the clamp with a tourniquet for faster control


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Part of Hemostasis Management - ECSACONM#Electro-surgical Methods of Bleeding Control
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
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License CC-BY-SA-4.0
Organizations ECSACONM, SELF
Language English (en)
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Created October 14, 2025 by KatKor
Last edit October 14, 2025 by StandardWikitext bot
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