SURG TECH EXAM 1 MOCK TEST WITH
ANSWER RATIONALES 2026
◉ A CST who attempts to work and cooperate with others to reach a
solution is exhibiting which of the following conflict resolution
behaviors?
compromising
collaborating
competing
avoiding.
Answer: collaborating
◉ A group that is in Tuckman's stage of storming would display
characteristics of:
developing initial trust and challenging opinions.
forming the group.
,functioning as a unit to accomplish tasks.
being finished with task and dissolving..
Answer: developing initial trust and challenging opinions
◉ A letter that introduces details about an applicant and their
accomplishments is a:
thank-you letter.
resume.
professional reference.
cover letter..
Answer: cover letter
◉ A letter to thank an interviewer for the opportunity to interview
but declines the position is a:
thank-you letter.
,cover letter.
letter of acceptance.
letter of refusal..
Answer: letter of refusal
◉ A medical device that malfunctions, with or without patient injury,
would be removed from service and reported to which of the
following agencies?
EPA
FDA
OSHA
WHO.
Answer: FDA
, ◉ A physician who is a contracted provider in a PPO or HMO will
receive reimbursement for fees based on a capitated rate of
payment.
True
False.
Answer: True
◉ A private surgical technologist is usually employed by:
a physician, physician group, or agency.
an ambulatory surgery center.
a medical services and equipment company.
an anesthesia group..
Answer: a physician, physician group, or agency
◉ AST's mission statement is "Enhancing the profession to ensure
quality patient care."
ANSWER RATIONALES 2026
◉ A CST who attempts to work and cooperate with others to reach a
solution is exhibiting which of the following conflict resolution
behaviors?
compromising
collaborating
competing
avoiding.
Answer: collaborating
◉ A group that is in Tuckman's stage of storming would display
characteristics of:
developing initial trust and challenging opinions.
forming the group.
,functioning as a unit to accomplish tasks.
being finished with task and dissolving..
Answer: developing initial trust and challenging opinions
◉ A letter that introduces details about an applicant and their
accomplishments is a:
thank-you letter.
resume.
professional reference.
cover letter..
Answer: cover letter
◉ A letter to thank an interviewer for the opportunity to interview
but declines the position is a:
thank-you letter.
,cover letter.
letter of acceptance.
letter of refusal..
Answer: letter of refusal
◉ A medical device that malfunctions, with or without patient injury,
would be removed from service and reported to which of the
following agencies?
EPA
FDA
OSHA
WHO.
Answer: FDA
, ◉ A physician who is a contracted provider in a PPO or HMO will
receive reimbursement for fees based on a capitated rate of
payment.
True
False.
Answer: True
◉ A private surgical technologist is usually employed by:
a physician, physician group, or agency.
an ambulatory surgery center.
a medical services and equipment company.
an anesthesia group..
Answer: a physician, physician group, or agency
◉ AST's mission statement is "Enhancing the profession to ensure
quality patient care."
