Author Question: Which trocar has an exposed tip shaped like a pyramid or cone? a. Blunt b. Sharp c. Shielded ... (Read 72 times)

rmenurse · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Which trocar has an exposed tip shaped like a pyramid or cone?

a. Blunt
b. Sharp
c. Shielded
d. Initial

Question 2

Shock can occur in the OR because of loss of heat and temperature during a surgical procedure.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

tandmlomax84 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A sharp trocar has a tip that is exposed and is shaped pyramidal or conical. A blunt trocar has a rounded tip, and a shielded trocar tip is protected by a spring-loaded shield. An initial trocar is one that is inserted first to establish access to instill gases or fluids.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
Shock is a state of inadequate blood perfusion to parts of the body. Shock is classified according to the cause of inadequate tissue perfusion: hypovolemic, hemorrhagic, cardiogenic, neurogenic, and vasogenic shock.