ABSA EXAM / AMERICAN BOARD
OF SURGICAL ASSISTANT (ABSA)
ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2026 PREP
QUESTIONS COMPLETE ACCURATE
EXAM APPROVED QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
WITH DETAILED RATIONALES
(100% CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS) LATEST UPDATED
VERSION 2026 EDITION
American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) Exam - answer-Exam Coverage
Exam coverage for the ABSA Study Guide Exam typically refers to certification content
associated with the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) or other ABSA-
related technical certification programs. For the Surgical Assistant Certification (SA-C)
pathway, the exam focuses on surgical anatomy, perioperative patient care, sterile
technique, instrumentation, surgical procedures across specialties, emergency
situations, patient safety, and OSHA standards. The examination consists of multiple-
choice questions designed to evaluate practical and clinical knowledge required in
surgical assisting roles.
Reverse Trendelenburg's position - answer-The head of the bed is raised and the foot of
the bed is lowered
What do ligaments connect? - answer-bone to bone
The taenia coli are - answer-three longitudinal bands of muscle located beneath the
serosa of the colon. Taenia coli is found in the colon
Normal serum potassium - answer-3.5-5.0 mEq/L
Which of the following would be used to dilate a urethral stricture?
Choose one
, Foley
Bakes
Filiform with followers
None of the above - answer-Filiform with followers
Applying suction to a tracheostomy is limited to no more than_________ seconds. -
answer-10 seconds
chest compressions - answer-Rapid, deep, regular compressions on the center of the
chest in an attempt to circulate blood to the brain, lungs, and heart. At least 2 inches in
depth for an adult
The spleen is :
A. Gland
B. Lymphatic organ
C. Vesicle
D. None - answer-B. Lymphatic Organ
When selecting an x-ray for viewing during surgery, what is first and most important?
a. Exposure
b. Patient info
c. Technique
d. Orientation - answer-
Dupuytren's contracture - answer-Thickening and shrinking of the fascia of the palm
with fingers being drawn into a flexed position
male sterilization involves:
a. vastus lateralis
b. vas deferens
c. vas vasorum - answer-b. Vas Deferens
anterior colporrhaphy - answer-Surgery for severe symptoms of cystocele in which the
pelvic muscles are tightened for better bladder support.
leiomyoma of the uterus - answer-Also termed fibroids, these smooth muscle tumors of
the uterus are usually nonpainful growths, which may be removed surgically.
What is the drainage of left testicular vein - answer-The testicular vein, the male
gonadal vein, carries deoxygenated blood from its corresponding testis to the inferior
vena cava
Berry aneurysm is located in:
a. abdomen
b. lower extremity
c. head
OF SURGICAL ASSISTANT (ABSA)
ACTUAL EXAM 2026/2026 PREP
QUESTIONS COMPLETE ACCURATE
EXAM APPROVED QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
WITH DETAILED RATIONALES
(100% CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS) LATEST UPDATED
VERSION 2026 EDITION
American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) Exam - answer-Exam Coverage
Exam coverage for the ABSA Study Guide Exam typically refers to certification content
associated with the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) or other ABSA-
related technical certification programs. For the Surgical Assistant Certification (SA-C)
pathway, the exam focuses on surgical anatomy, perioperative patient care, sterile
technique, instrumentation, surgical procedures across specialties, emergency
situations, patient safety, and OSHA standards. The examination consists of multiple-
choice questions designed to evaluate practical and clinical knowledge required in
surgical assisting roles.
Reverse Trendelenburg's position - answer-The head of the bed is raised and the foot of
the bed is lowered
What do ligaments connect? - answer-bone to bone
The taenia coli are - answer-three longitudinal bands of muscle located beneath the
serosa of the colon. Taenia coli is found in the colon
Normal serum potassium - answer-3.5-5.0 mEq/L
Which of the following would be used to dilate a urethral stricture?
Choose one
, Foley
Bakes
Filiform with followers
None of the above - answer-Filiform with followers
Applying suction to a tracheostomy is limited to no more than_________ seconds. -
answer-10 seconds
chest compressions - answer-Rapid, deep, regular compressions on the center of the
chest in an attempt to circulate blood to the brain, lungs, and heart. At least 2 inches in
depth for an adult
The spleen is :
A. Gland
B. Lymphatic organ
C. Vesicle
D. None - answer-B. Lymphatic Organ
When selecting an x-ray for viewing during surgery, what is first and most important?
a. Exposure
b. Patient info
c. Technique
d. Orientation - answer-
Dupuytren's contracture - answer-Thickening and shrinking of the fascia of the palm
with fingers being drawn into a flexed position
male sterilization involves:
a. vastus lateralis
b. vas deferens
c. vas vasorum - answer-b. Vas Deferens
anterior colporrhaphy - answer-Surgery for severe symptoms of cystocele in which the
pelvic muscles are tightened for better bladder support.
leiomyoma of the uterus - answer-Also termed fibroids, these smooth muscle tumors of
the uterus are usually nonpainful growths, which may be removed surgically.
What is the drainage of left testicular vein - answer-The testicular vein, the male
gonadal vein, carries deoxygenated blood from its corresponding testis to the inferior
vena cava
Berry aneurysm is located in:
a. abdomen
b. lower extremity
c. head
