CST EXAM ACTUAL EXAM VERSIONS (VERSION A AND B) COMPLETE
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) /ALREADY GRADED A+
1. When a strangulated hernia has occurred which of the following would be
added to the setup
thyroid instruments
intestinal instruments
rectal instruments
gallbladder instruments
2. Describe the significance of the distal radius in the context of a Colles'
fracture.
The distal radius is the bone that is fractured in a Colles' fracture,
which typically occurs due to a fall on an outstretched hand.
The distal radius is the primary bone in the upper arm.
The distal radius is involved in knee fractures.
The distal radius is not related to any fractures.
3. If a surgical team decides to use a different position for a right nephrectomy,
such as the supine position, what potential complications could arise?
Enhanced patient comfort during the procedure.
No significant changes in surgical outcomes.
Increased difficulty in accessing the right kidney and potential
injury to surrounding organs.
Improved visibility of the surgical field and easier access to the kidney.
,4. Which of the following conditions must be treated FIRST?
closed cerebral injury
obstructive airway
shock due to hemorrhage
sucking wound to the chest
5. A resectoscope is used to resect the
prostate.
ovaries.
fallopian tubes.
vas deferens.
6. What is the surgical position commonly used for mastopexy?
Lateral
Prone
Dorsal recumbent
Sitting
7. Sarah is 9 years old and is brought to the Emergency Department after
sustaining injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Initial examination shows that
Sarah has internal bleeding and needs surgery. She has lost a lot of blood,
and there is a good chance that she will need a blood transfusion to save her
life during surgery. Her mother, who was driving the car and also was injured,
explains that they are devout Jehovah's Witnesses and that under no
circumstances should Sarah receive a blood transfusion. What is the most
appropriate course of action?
, Withhold the transfusion from both Sarah and her mother
Inform Sarah's mother that Sarah will be transfused but that the
mother herself may refuse the transfusion
Evaluate Sarah to determine if she has decision-making capacity
Transfuse Sarah only if she provides her consent
Inform Sarah's mother that because the situation is life-threatening,
both she and her daughter will be transfused
8. What is the primary application of antiseptics in a medical setting?
Wound dressings
Skin surface
Internal organs
Surgical instruments
9. In a scenario where a patient presents with severe gallbladder inflammation
and stones, what surgical approach would be most appropriate to alleviate
the condition?
Laparoscopy
Colonoscopy
Endoscopy
Cholecystectomy
10. If a surgical technologist discovers that multiple instrument sets are wet after
steam sterilization, what steps should be taken to address the issue and
ensure proper sterilization in the future?
Use a different packaging material for all sterilization processes.
, Increase the steam pressure and reduce the sterilization time.
Review and adjust the sterilization cycle parameters and ensure
adequate drying time.
Change the type of sterilization method used for all instrument sets.
11. Describe the importance of notifying the contaminating team member first
when a break in aseptic technique is identified.
It is more important to inform the surgeon to maintain the flow of the
surgery.
Notifying the contaminating team member first helps to
immediately address the breach and prevent further contamination.
The anesthesiologist needs to be informed first to ensure patient
safety.
The nurse should be notified first to assist with patient care.
12. Who is primarily responsible for the management of intraoperative
specimens during surgery?
Nurse
Surgical technologist
Surgeon
Anesthesiologist
13. What is the condition that should be prioritized for treatment in an
emergency situation?
Fracture
Severe bleeding
Burn
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) /ALREADY GRADED A+
1. When a strangulated hernia has occurred which of the following would be
added to the setup
thyroid instruments
intestinal instruments
rectal instruments
gallbladder instruments
2. Describe the significance of the distal radius in the context of a Colles'
fracture.
The distal radius is the bone that is fractured in a Colles' fracture,
which typically occurs due to a fall on an outstretched hand.
The distal radius is the primary bone in the upper arm.
The distal radius is involved in knee fractures.
The distal radius is not related to any fractures.
3. If a surgical team decides to use a different position for a right nephrectomy,
such as the supine position, what potential complications could arise?
Enhanced patient comfort during the procedure.
No significant changes in surgical outcomes.
Increased difficulty in accessing the right kidney and potential
injury to surrounding organs.
Improved visibility of the surgical field and easier access to the kidney.
,4. Which of the following conditions must be treated FIRST?
closed cerebral injury
obstructive airway
shock due to hemorrhage
sucking wound to the chest
5. A resectoscope is used to resect the
prostate.
ovaries.
fallopian tubes.
vas deferens.
6. What is the surgical position commonly used for mastopexy?
Lateral
Prone
Dorsal recumbent
Sitting
7. Sarah is 9 years old and is brought to the Emergency Department after
sustaining injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Initial examination shows that
Sarah has internal bleeding and needs surgery. She has lost a lot of blood,
and there is a good chance that she will need a blood transfusion to save her
life during surgery. Her mother, who was driving the car and also was injured,
explains that they are devout Jehovah's Witnesses and that under no
circumstances should Sarah receive a blood transfusion. What is the most
appropriate course of action?
, Withhold the transfusion from both Sarah and her mother
Inform Sarah's mother that Sarah will be transfused but that the
mother herself may refuse the transfusion
Evaluate Sarah to determine if she has decision-making capacity
Transfuse Sarah only if she provides her consent
Inform Sarah's mother that because the situation is life-threatening,
both she and her daughter will be transfused
8. What is the primary application of antiseptics in a medical setting?
Wound dressings
Skin surface
Internal organs
Surgical instruments
9. In a scenario where a patient presents with severe gallbladder inflammation
and stones, what surgical approach would be most appropriate to alleviate
the condition?
Laparoscopy
Colonoscopy
Endoscopy
Cholecystectomy
10. If a surgical technologist discovers that multiple instrument sets are wet after
steam sterilization, what steps should be taken to address the issue and
ensure proper sterilization in the future?
Use a different packaging material for all sterilization processes.
, Increase the steam pressure and reduce the sterilization time.
Review and adjust the sterilization cycle parameters and ensure
adequate drying time.
Change the type of sterilization method used for all instrument sets.
11. Describe the importance of notifying the contaminating team member first
when a break in aseptic technique is identified.
It is more important to inform the surgeon to maintain the flow of the
surgery.
Notifying the contaminating team member first helps to
immediately address the breach and prevent further contamination.
The anesthesiologist needs to be informed first to ensure patient
safety.
The nurse should be notified first to assist with patient care.
12. Who is primarily responsible for the management of intraoperative
specimens during surgery?
Nurse
Surgical technologist
Surgeon
Anesthesiologist
13. What is the condition that should be prioritized for treatment in an
emergency situation?
Fracture
Severe bleeding
Burn
