#1
Which surgical procedure is commonly performed for lung cancer treatment?
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Cholecystectomy
Lobectomy
Total Knee Replacement
#2
What is the primary goal of postoperative care in thoracic surgery?
Preventing infections
Managing pain
Improving digestion
Enhancing vision
#3
Which factor is crucial for the prevention of postoperative complications in thoracic surgery?
Age
Adequate pain management
Hair color
Blood type
#4
Which diagnostic tool is commonly used for assessing pleural effusion in thoracic surgery?
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Pulmonary function tests
Chest X-ray
Colonoscopy
#5
Which of the following is a common complication after thoracic surgery?
Hypertension
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Hyperthyroidism
Type 1 Diabetes
#6
What is a thoracoscopy used for in thoracic surgery?
Removal of the appendix
Examination of the chest cavity
Correction of heart valve defects
Repair of hernias
#7
What is the purpose of a thoracotomy in thoracic surgery?
To remove a portion of the lung
To repair a hernia
To treat urinary incontinence
To perform a heart transplant
#8
Which type of anesthesia is commonly used in thoracic surgery?
Epidural anesthesia
Local anesthesia
Spinal anesthesia
General anesthesia
#9
Which imaging technique is commonly used for preoperative evaluation in thoracic surgery?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Computed Tomography (CT) scan
X-ray
Ultrasound
#10
What is the primary purpose of a bronchoscopy in thoracic surgery?
To examine the bronchi and airways
To remove kidney stones
To repair a fractured bone
To assess liver function
#11
In which condition is a pneumonectomy most commonly performed?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Rheumatoid arthritis
Gastric ulcers
Migraine headaches
#12
What is the role of a chest tube after thoracic surgery?
To administer medication
To drain fluid and air from the chest cavity
To monitor brain activity
To assist in digestion
#13
Which condition may require a video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)?
Appendicitis
Esophageal cancer
Knee arthritis
Cataracts
#14
What is a common postoperative complication in thoracic surgery related to the respiratory system?
Urinary tract infection
Pulmonary embolism
Hepatitis
Gastrointestinal bleeding
#15
Which surgical procedure involves the removal of a portion of the pleura?
Pneumonectomy
Lobectomy
Decortication
Esophagectomy
#16
What is the purpose of a mediastinoscopy in thoracic surgery?
To remove kidney stones
To examine the mediastinum
To repair a hernia
To assess cardiac function