CST PRACTICE EXAM 3 QUESTIONS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS17
Which cranial nerve is affected by trigeminal neuralgia - ANSWERS-V
What is used to lubricate the donor site and reduce friction from the dermatome? - ANSWERS-
mineral oil
Which of the following is an example of proper sterile technique when performing the prep for
a split thickness skin graft - ANSWERS-Donor site first
What is the recommended range of intra-abdominal pressure in an adult patient when using an
insufflator during a laparoscopic procedure - ANSWERS-12-15 mm Hg
Which of these terms refers to the inability to direct both eyes at the same object - ANSWERS-
strabismus
What procedure is performed to correct chronic cerebral ischemia - ANSWERS-endarterectomy
According to the rule of nines, what percentage is assigned to the front and back of the trunk? -
ANSWERS-18%
Which term refers to an abnormal increase in the number of cells - ANSWERS-hyperplasia
A second intention wound heals by - ANSWERS-Granulation
,Intraoperative ventricular arrhythmias are treated with - ANSWERS-Lidocaine
How many milliliters equal 2 ounces? - ANSWERS-60
Covering a sterile back table for later use is - ANSWERS-Not permissible under any
circumstances
In which position would a patient be placed to counteract hypovolemia - ANSWERS-
Trendelenburg
which of the following types of suture create the least tissue, trauma and drag - ANSWERS-
Swaged monofilament
Which organization has legal oversight for the safety of healthcare providers in the workplace? -
ANSWERS-OSHA
Which level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is most applicable to the surgical patient -
ANSWERS-Psychological and survival
Which of the following would be incorrect technique when removing the sterile gown and
gloves - ANSWERS-Gloves removed first
What type of procedure might require a laparoscopy combination drape - ANSWERS-
abdominoperineal resection
Cell destruction by steam sterilization occurs by: - ANSWERS-Coagulation of protein
Which technique is not acceptable when draping - ANSWERS-Unfold drape before bringing up to
the OR table
, A patient's fingernail polish is removed to - ANSWERS-Allow for use of pulse oximeter
What is the purpose of maintaining the exchange rate at 15-20 times per hour in the OR -
ANSWERS-Reduce microbial count
How many ML of water is necessary to inflate a five ML balloon on the Foley indwelling catheter
- ANSWERS-10
If an ophthalmologist orders trimming of eyelashes, how is it safely performed? - ANSWERS-Fine
scissors coated with water-soluble gel
What is the correct technique for performing the surgical skin prep? - ANSWERS-Incision site to
periphery using circular motion
The laboratory test that determines the ratio of erythrocytes to whole blood is - ANSWERS-
hematocrit
What is the proper procedure to follow when a pack of sponges contains an incorrect number
after the patient has entered the OR - ANSWERS-Remove from the OR
Which of the following types of specimens would not be placed in a preservative solution? -
ANSWERS-calculi
Where should the surgical technologist begin when performing closing counts? - ANSWERS-
Operative field
Which of the following catheter tips is used in a patient with a urethral structure - ANSWERS-
Coude
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS17
Which cranial nerve is affected by trigeminal neuralgia - ANSWERS-V
What is used to lubricate the donor site and reduce friction from the dermatome? - ANSWERS-
mineral oil
Which of the following is an example of proper sterile technique when performing the prep for
a split thickness skin graft - ANSWERS-Donor site first
What is the recommended range of intra-abdominal pressure in an adult patient when using an
insufflator during a laparoscopic procedure - ANSWERS-12-15 mm Hg
Which of these terms refers to the inability to direct both eyes at the same object - ANSWERS-
strabismus
What procedure is performed to correct chronic cerebral ischemia - ANSWERS-endarterectomy
According to the rule of nines, what percentage is assigned to the front and back of the trunk? -
ANSWERS-18%
Which term refers to an abnormal increase in the number of cells - ANSWERS-hyperplasia
A second intention wound heals by - ANSWERS-Granulation
,Intraoperative ventricular arrhythmias are treated with - ANSWERS-Lidocaine
How many milliliters equal 2 ounces? - ANSWERS-60
Covering a sterile back table for later use is - ANSWERS-Not permissible under any
circumstances
In which position would a patient be placed to counteract hypovolemia - ANSWERS-
Trendelenburg
which of the following types of suture create the least tissue, trauma and drag - ANSWERS-
Swaged monofilament
Which organization has legal oversight for the safety of healthcare providers in the workplace? -
ANSWERS-OSHA
Which level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is most applicable to the surgical patient -
ANSWERS-Psychological and survival
Which of the following would be incorrect technique when removing the sterile gown and
gloves - ANSWERS-Gloves removed first
What type of procedure might require a laparoscopy combination drape - ANSWERS-
abdominoperineal resection
Cell destruction by steam sterilization occurs by: - ANSWERS-Coagulation of protein
Which technique is not acceptable when draping - ANSWERS-Unfold drape before bringing up to
the OR table
, A patient's fingernail polish is removed to - ANSWERS-Allow for use of pulse oximeter
What is the purpose of maintaining the exchange rate at 15-20 times per hour in the OR -
ANSWERS-Reduce microbial count
How many ML of water is necessary to inflate a five ML balloon on the Foley indwelling catheter
- ANSWERS-10
If an ophthalmologist orders trimming of eyelashes, how is it safely performed? - ANSWERS-Fine
scissors coated with water-soluble gel
What is the correct technique for performing the surgical skin prep? - ANSWERS-Incision site to
periphery using circular motion
The laboratory test that determines the ratio of erythrocytes to whole blood is - ANSWERS-
hematocrit
What is the proper procedure to follow when a pack of sponges contains an incorrect number
after the patient has entered the OR - ANSWERS-Remove from the OR
Which of the following types of specimens would not be placed in a preservative solution? -
ANSWERS-calculi
Where should the surgical technologist begin when performing closing counts? - ANSWERS-
Operative field
Which of the following catheter tips is used in a patient with a urethral structure - ANSWERS-
Coude
