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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Laparoscopy Setup/Operative Support Systems Quiz

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1

Why is carbon dioxide (CO₂) the preferred gas for creating pneumoperitoneum during laparoscopic surgery?

It provides better image magnification than other gases
It is non-flammable, readily absorbed by the body, and eliminated through respiration
It permanently maintains the operative space without additional insufflation
It improves the cutting performance of electrosurgical instruments

2

During surgery, the insufflator suddenly displays a rapid increase in intra-abdominal pressure. Which situation is the most likely explanation?

The camera head has become disconnected
The light source intensity is set too high
The smoke evacuation filter requires replacement
The insufflation tubing is kinked or obstructed, restricting gas flow

3

What is the primary purpose of the suction and irrigation system during laparoscopic surgery?

To remove blood, smoke, and debris while delivering irrigation fluid to maintain a clear operative field
To regulate intra-abdominal pressure throughout the procedure
To provide illumination within the abdominal cavity
To control the output of electrosurgical energy devices

4

Why should smoke evacuation be activated whenever electrosurgical or advanced energy devices are generating surgical plume?

To increase the flow rate of carbon dioxide into the abdomen
To reduce the need for suction and irrigation
To remove surgical smoke, maintain visualization, and reduce staff exposure to airborne particles
To cool the laparoscope during prolonged procedures

5

A laparoscopic image becomes progressively less clear during tissue dissection with an energy device. Which assessment should be performed first?

Replace the camera head immediately
Inspect the laparoscope for fogging or contamination before assessing illumination and pneumoperitoneum
Increase the insufflation pressure immediately
Replace the insufflation tubing

6

Why do the insufflation, suction and irrigation, smoke evacuation, and energy systems need to be considered together during laparoscopic surgery?

They are manufactured by the same company and share identical controls
They all operate through the camera control unit
They are only used during advanced laparoscopic procedures
They work together to maintain working space, visualization, tissue management, and haemostasis throughout the procedure

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Part of Laparoscopic Surgery - ECSACONM
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
Authors Ian-laurel
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Created July 30, 2026 by Ian-laurel-1
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