Exam 22: Cardiothoracic Surgery

Match each term below with its description. -Disorganized stimulation of the atria that prevents atrial contraction and does not allow for ventricular filling

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?

With what is the median sternotomy closed?

What is the medical term for visible changes in density on chest x-ray that indicates pulmonary pathology?

Which diagnostic study is MOST useful for verification of thoracic aortic dissection?

What is the name of an air-filled sac that has the appearance of a blister on the surface of lung tissue?

Match each term below with its description. -A heart rate that exceeds 100 beats per minute

Where is the insertion point for the mediastinoscope?

What is frequently used to repair atrial and ventricular septal defects in pediatric patients?

For which of the following procedures would the rigid bronchoscope be preferred?

What is a commonly used rib self-retaining retractor available in adult and pediatric sizes?

What is the name of the device used for patients who are unable to be weaned off of cardiopulmonary bypass?

How many lobes are there in the right lung?

Where is a Swan-Ganz catheter placed?

Where are the cannulae MOST commonly placed for cardiopulmonary bypass procedures?

What is the medical term for coughing up blood?

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

Which instrument is a lung-grasping forceps that resembles a very large Pennington?

Match each term below with its description. -Noninvasive study used to diagnose mitral valve stenosis or other valvular disorders

Match each term below with its description. -Monitoring procedure that records electrical activity of the heart