CST Practice Exam #3 study guide
questions
V- ANS Which cranial nerve is affected by trigeminal neuralgia?
-I
-V
- VI
- VII
Mineral oil - ANS What is used to lubricate the donor site & reduce friction from the
dermatome?
- Bacitracin ointment
- Iodophor solution
- Peteolatum gel
- Mineral oil
Donor site first - ANS Which of the following is an example of proper sterile technique when
performing the prep for a split-thickness skin graft?
- Donor site first
- Recipient site first
- Donor site only
- Recipient site only
12-15 mm Hg - ANS What is the recommended range of intra-abdominal pressure in an
adult patient when using an insufflator during a laparoscopic procedure?
- 8-11 mm Hg
- 12-15 mm Hg
- 16-19 mm Hg
- 20-23 mm Hg
Strabismus - ANS Which of these terms refers to the inability to direct both eyes at the
same object?
- Strabismus
- Chalazion
- Glaucoma
,- Cataract
Endarterectomy - ANS What procedure is performed to correct chronic cerebral ischemia?
- Rhizotomy
- Cranioplasty
- Arteriography
- Endarterectomy
18% - ANS According to the Rule of Nines, what percentage is assigned to the front & back
of the trunk?
- 27%
- 18%
- 4 1/2%
- 1%
Hyperplasia - ANS Which term refers to an abnormal increase in the # of cells?
- Atrophy
- Dysplasia
- Hyperplasia
- Hypertrophy
Granulation - ANS A 2nd intention wound heals by:
- Granulation
- Evisceration
- Primary union
- Delayed suturing
Lidocaine - ANS Intraoperative ventricular arrhythmias are treated w/:
- Lidocaine
- Digitoxin
- Prostigmin
- Furosemide
60 - ANS How many mL equal 2 oz?
- 40
- 50
- 60
- 70
,Not permissible under any circumstances - ANS Covering a sterile back table for later use
is:
- Permissible for up to 1 hour before the procedure
- Permissible in instances of an emergency
- Not permissible for up to 2 hours before the procedure
- Not permissible under any circumstances
Trendelenburg - ANS In which position would a patient be placed to counteract
hypovolemia?
- Left lateral
- Right lateral
- Trendelenburg
- Reverse Trendelenburg
Swaged monofilament - ANS Which of the following types of suture create the least tissue
trauma & drag?
- Swaged multifilament
- Swaged monofilament
- Threaded multifilament
- Threaded monofilament
OSHA - ANS Which organization has legal oversight for the safety of healthcare providers
in the work place?
- EPA
- CDC
- OSHA
- NIOSH
Physiological & survival - ANS Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is most
applicable to the surgical patient?
- Esteem & prestige
- Love & belonging
- Safety & security
- Physiological & survival
Gloves removed 1st - ANS Which of the following would be incorrect technique when
removing the sterile gown & gloves?
, - Circulator unties gown
- Gown removed inside-out
- Gloves removed inside-out
- Gloves removed 1st
Abdominoperineal resection - ANS What type of procedure might require a laparoscopy
combination drape?
- Pilonidal cystectomy
- Subacromial decompression
- Abdominoperineal resection
- Femorofemoral bypass
Coagulation of protein - ANS Cell destruction by steam sterilization occurs by:
- Cellular membrane damage
- Interrupt cellular division
- Altering cellular DNA
- Coagulation of protein
Unfold drape before bringing up to the OR table - ANS Which technique is not acceptable
when draping?
- Hold the drapes 12in. above patient until over the draping site
- Protect gloved hand by cuffing end of drape over it
- Unfold drape before bringing up to the OR table
- Place drapes on dry area when setting up backtable
Allow for use of pulse oximeter - ANS A patient's fingernail polish is removed to:
- Prevent surgical wound infection
- Allow temp to be recorded
- Prevent ESU exit pathway
-Allow for use of pulse oximeter
Reduce microbial count - ANS What is the purpose of maintaining the air exchange rate at
15-20 times per hour in the OR?
- Reduce microbial count
- Increase humidity
- Provide comfortable environment
- Decrease static electricity
questions
V- ANS Which cranial nerve is affected by trigeminal neuralgia?
-I
-V
- VI
- VII
Mineral oil - ANS What is used to lubricate the donor site & reduce friction from the
dermatome?
- Bacitracin ointment
- Iodophor solution
- Peteolatum gel
- Mineral oil
Donor site first - ANS Which of the following is an example of proper sterile technique when
performing the prep for a split-thickness skin graft?
- Donor site first
- Recipient site first
- Donor site only
- Recipient site only
12-15 mm Hg - ANS What is the recommended range of intra-abdominal pressure in an
adult patient when using an insufflator during a laparoscopic procedure?
- 8-11 mm Hg
- 12-15 mm Hg
- 16-19 mm Hg
- 20-23 mm Hg
Strabismus - ANS Which of these terms refers to the inability to direct both eyes at the
same object?
- Strabismus
- Chalazion
- Glaucoma
,- Cataract
Endarterectomy - ANS What procedure is performed to correct chronic cerebral ischemia?
- Rhizotomy
- Cranioplasty
- Arteriography
- Endarterectomy
18% - ANS According to the Rule of Nines, what percentage is assigned to the front & back
of the trunk?
- 27%
- 18%
- 4 1/2%
- 1%
Hyperplasia - ANS Which term refers to an abnormal increase in the # of cells?
- Atrophy
- Dysplasia
- Hyperplasia
- Hypertrophy
Granulation - ANS A 2nd intention wound heals by:
- Granulation
- Evisceration
- Primary union
- Delayed suturing
Lidocaine - ANS Intraoperative ventricular arrhythmias are treated w/:
- Lidocaine
- Digitoxin
- Prostigmin
- Furosemide
60 - ANS How many mL equal 2 oz?
- 40
- 50
- 60
- 70
,Not permissible under any circumstances - ANS Covering a sterile back table for later use
is:
- Permissible for up to 1 hour before the procedure
- Permissible in instances of an emergency
- Not permissible for up to 2 hours before the procedure
- Not permissible under any circumstances
Trendelenburg - ANS In which position would a patient be placed to counteract
hypovolemia?
- Left lateral
- Right lateral
- Trendelenburg
- Reverse Trendelenburg
Swaged monofilament - ANS Which of the following types of suture create the least tissue
trauma & drag?
- Swaged multifilament
- Swaged monofilament
- Threaded multifilament
- Threaded monofilament
OSHA - ANS Which organization has legal oversight for the safety of healthcare providers
in the work place?
- EPA
- CDC
- OSHA
- NIOSH
Physiological & survival - ANS Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is most
applicable to the surgical patient?
- Esteem & prestige
- Love & belonging
- Safety & security
- Physiological & survival
Gloves removed 1st - ANS Which of the following would be incorrect technique when
removing the sterile gown & gloves?
, - Circulator unties gown
- Gown removed inside-out
- Gloves removed inside-out
- Gloves removed 1st
Abdominoperineal resection - ANS What type of procedure might require a laparoscopy
combination drape?
- Pilonidal cystectomy
- Subacromial decompression
- Abdominoperineal resection
- Femorofemoral bypass
Coagulation of protein - ANS Cell destruction by steam sterilization occurs by:
- Cellular membrane damage
- Interrupt cellular division
- Altering cellular DNA
- Coagulation of protein
Unfold drape before bringing up to the OR table - ANS Which technique is not acceptable
when draping?
- Hold the drapes 12in. above patient until over the draping site
- Protect gloved hand by cuffing end of drape over it
- Unfold drape before bringing up to the OR table
- Place drapes on dry area when setting up backtable
Allow for use of pulse oximeter - ANS A patient's fingernail polish is removed to:
- Prevent surgical wound infection
- Allow temp to be recorded
- Prevent ESU exit pathway
-Allow for use of pulse oximeter
Reduce microbial count - ANS What is the purpose of maintaining the air exchange rate at
15-20 times per hour in the OR?
- Reduce microbial count
- Increase humidity
- Provide comfortable environment
- Decrease static electricity
