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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Electro-Surgical Units/ESU Setup Quiz

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Instructions

Work through each question carefully to choose the best answer, and submit the quiz to view your results. After completing the quiz, read through the answer explanations to review the reasoning behind both correct and incorrect options.

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1

Which ESU component delivers electrical energy directly to the patient's tissue?

The active electrode (handpiece)
The patient return electrode
The footswitch
The generator casing

2

During pre-use inspection, a connection cable has a small crack in its insulation. What is the safest action?

Cover the crack with sterile tape and continue
Continue using the cable if electrical output appears normal
Replace the cable or remove it from service before proceeding
Increase generator monitoring during the procedure

3

Why should the active electrode be placed in a sterile holster when not in use?

To improve electrical conductivity
To reduce generator power consumption
To keep the handpiece warm before activation
To reduce the risk of accidental activation, burns, and contamination

4

Which equipment arrangement best supports safe ESU setup on the sterile field?

Place equipment wherever space is available to maximize flexibility
Arrange supplies in the order they will be used and route cables safely along the edge of the sterile field
Coil cables tightly to prevent movement
Position the handpiece on the drape until needed

5

Why is documentation of baseline ESU equipment checks important before patient use?

It replaces the need for equipment testing before surgery
It records the surgeon's preferred power settings only
It allows biomedical engineers to determine future purchasing requirements
It establishes accountability and provides a reference if equipment performance or patient safety concerns arise later

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Part of Setting Up the Operating Room - ECSACONM
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
Authors Ian-laurel
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