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A _______ hernia leaves the abdominal cavity at the deep inguinal ring and passes through the
inguinal canal? - ANS-Indirect inguinal hernia
A culture retrieved during a surgical procedure is considered sterile. What should the surg tech
ensure when passing the culture off to the circulator? - ANS-The tip remains sterile by inserting
it directly into the sheath
A full thickness skin graft consists of which of the following? - ANS-Epidermis, dermis, vessels,
nerves
A function of the liver is to: - ANS-Store excess glucose in the form of glycogen which can be
converted into glucose for energy
A patient that does not accept the truth about what is taking place in the operating room during
their surgical procedure is best known to be experiencing feelings of: - ANS-Denial
A split-thickness graft is intended to cover a vast area. Which of the following is used to
increase the graft size? - ANS-Skin mesher
A spore forming micro organism used as a biological monitor to verify the effectiveness of a
steam sterilization is: - ANS-Bacillus stearothermophilus
A sterilized package contains a chemical indicator which is used to: - ANS-Confirm that the
package was exposed to the sterilization process
A surg tech should compare cardiac rhythms to which of the following rhythms? - ANS-Normal
sinus
A surgical incision is an intentional wound created under sterile conditions; however it is still at
rick for the following microorganisms to enter because it lives on skin, this microorganism is: -
ANS-Staphylococcus aureus
A tissue specimen that is indicated for frozen section and will be sent to pathology should be
placed in which of the following on the OR? - ANS-It should not be placed in liquid
According to the Rule of Nines, what percentage is assigned to the front of the trunk and the
entire arms on an adult - ANS-36%
Advantages of gas sterilization includes all of the following except: - ANS-Aeration times can be
lengthy
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After gowning ang gloving the surgeon, the surgeon activates a DuraPrep applicator and
proceeds to prep the patient. Upon completion of the prep, what should the surg tech initiate
next? - ANS-The surgeon should be re-gowned and re-gloved
After setting up for a laparoscopic procedure, the circulator refuses to perform the initial count,
What should the CST do in this situation? - ANS-Insist that an initial count be done
Among the varied solutions used as a disinfectants, to adequately disinfect endoscopic
instruments the following solution is used: - ANS-Activated glutaraldehyde
Among the various types of sterilization processes the one that does not corrode metal and can
pass through woven material is: - ANS-EO sterilizer
An ESU unit is also known as the electro-surgical unit functions off of a generator. Which
component of this system is responsible for capturing the electrical current? - ANS-Return
electrode
An ET tube is placed within which structure? - ANS-Trachea
As surg tech mastery of knowledge and skills are referred to as: - ANS-Scope of practice
Assisting with a full thickness skin graft procedure, two separate areas created to prevent
contamination of the donor site. When the surgical tech switches from one site to the other,
which of the following should the CST do? - ANS-Change gloves
Bacteria and viruses capable of causing disease are referred to as: - ANS-Pathogenic
Care must be taken during the skin prep to prevent pooling of solution used to disinfect the skin
to avoid which of the following common complications? - ANS-Skin will become irritated
Caring for a patient with which of the following infections should prompt you to wash your hands
with soap and water instead of alcohol-based sanitizer? - ANS-Infectious diarrhea
Clostridium is an example of: - ANS-Anaerobic bacteria
Cranial Nerve X innervates which of the following anatomic structures? - ANS-Pharynx and
larynx
Donning OR attire refers to: - ANS-Scrubs, cap, booties
During a craniotomy, what instrument is used to separate the periosteum from the bone? -
ANS-A freer
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A _______ hernia leaves the abdominal cavity at the deep inguinal ring and passes through the
inguinal canal? - ANS-Indirect inguinal hernia
A culture retrieved during a surgical procedure is considered sterile. What should the surg tech
ensure when passing the culture off to the circulator? - ANS-The tip remains sterile by inserting
it directly into the sheath
A full thickness skin graft consists of which of the following? - ANS-Epidermis, dermis, vessels,
nerves
A function of the liver is to: - ANS-Store excess glucose in the form of glycogen which can be
converted into glucose for energy
A patient that does not accept the truth about what is taking place in the operating room during
their surgical procedure is best known to be experiencing feelings of: - ANS-Denial
A split-thickness graft is intended to cover a vast area. Which of the following is used to
increase the graft size? - ANS-Skin mesher
A spore forming micro organism used as a biological monitor to verify the effectiveness of a
steam sterilization is: - ANS-Bacillus stearothermophilus
A sterilized package contains a chemical indicator which is used to: - ANS-Confirm that the
package was exposed to the sterilization process
A surg tech should compare cardiac rhythms to which of the following rhythms? - ANS-Normal
sinus
A surgical incision is an intentional wound created under sterile conditions; however it is still at
rick for the following microorganisms to enter because it lives on skin, this microorganism is: -
ANS-Staphylococcus aureus
A tissue specimen that is indicated for frozen section and will be sent to pathology should be
placed in which of the following on the OR? - ANS-It should not be placed in liquid
According to the Rule of Nines, what percentage is assigned to the front of the trunk and the
entire arms on an adult - ANS-36%
Advantages of gas sterilization includes all of the following except: - ANS-Aeration times can be
lengthy
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After gowning ang gloving the surgeon, the surgeon activates a DuraPrep applicator and
proceeds to prep the patient. Upon completion of the prep, what should the surg tech initiate
next? - ANS-The surgeon should be re-gowned and re-gloved
After setting up for a laparoscopic procedure, the circulator refuses to perform the initial count,
What should the CST do in this situation? - ANS-Insist that an initial count be done
Among the varied solutions used as a disinfectants, to adequately disinfect endoscopic
instruments the following solution is used: - ANS-Activated glutaraldehyde
Among the various types of sterilization processes the one that does not corrode metal and can
pass through woven material is: - ANS-EO sterilizer
An ESU unit is also known as the electro-surgical unit functions off of a generator. Which
component of this system is responsible for capturing the electrical current? - ANS-Return
electrode
An ET tube is placed within which structure? - ANS-Trachea
As surg tech mastery of knowledge and skills are referred to as: - ANS-Scope of practice
Assisting with a full thickness skin graft procedure, two separate areas created to prevent
contamination of the donor site. When the surgical tech switches from one site to the other,
which of the following should the CST do? - ANS-Change gloves
Bacteria and viruses capable of causing disease are referred to as: - ANS-Pathogenic
Care must be taken during the skin prep to prevent pooling of solution used to disinfect the skin
to avoid which of the following common complications? - ANS-Skin will become irritated
Caring for a patient with which of the following infections should prompt you to wash your hands
with soap and water instead of alcohol-based sanitizer? - ANS-Infectious diarrhea
Clostridium is an example of: - ANS-Anaerobic bacteria
Cranial Nerve X innervates which of the following anatomic structures? - ANS-Pharynx and
larynx
Donning OR attire refers to: - ANS-Scrubs, cap, booties
During a craniotomy, what instrument is used to separate the periosteum from the bone? -
ANS-A freer
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