Essential Surgical Instruments for General Procedures

This video tutorial provides an overview of the basic surgical instruments found in a general surgical set, such as those used for spaying, castration, or minor procedures like tumor removal. It covers the Jones Towel Clamp, BP Handle, Dissecting Forceps, Scissors, Needle Holder, Hemostats, and Alice Tissue Forceps, explaining their specific uses and the number required for a basic set. The video also discusses the importance of using the right tools for different tissues and the option of using disposable drapes and mops.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• Anatomy of small animals

• Post-surgical care procedures

• Basic surgical instruments in a general surgical set

• Advanced surgical techniques

How many Jones Towel Clamps are typically needed in a surgical pack?

• Eight

• Six

• Four

• Two

Which BP Handle is commonly used for small animals?

• Number 3

• Number 5

• Number 2

• Number 4

What is the main use of toothed Dissecting Forceps?

• Grasping delicate tissues

• Holding surgical drapes

• Grasping hard structures like skin

• Cutting sutures

Which type of scissors is better for making a straight cut over the lineal bar?

• Sharp edge scissors

• Blunt edge scissors

• Straight scissors

• Curved scissors

What is the function of the Mayo Needle Holder?

• To grasp delicate tissues

• To clamp arteries

• To hold the suture needle

• To cut heavy tissues

What is the purpose of mosquito hemostats?

• To cut sutures

• To clamp or stop bleeding

• To hold surgical drapes

• To dissect delicate tissues

What is a potential drawback of using Alice tissue forceps?

• They are not sterile

• They are difficult to handle

• They cause varying degrees of trauma to tissues

• They are too lightweight

How many hemostats are needed in a basic surgical set?

• Ten

• Six

• Four

• Eight

What additional items can be included in a surgical set if affordable?

• Sterile disposable drapes and mops

• Additional surgical tables

• Disposable gloves

• Extra surgical lights