SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY FOR THE
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST -
CHAPTER 12 EXAM WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS 2025
a technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce
computer-generated images that distinguish among different
types of soft tissue; allows us to see structures within the brain
( Correct answers ) MRI
using a computerized radiographic technique to examine the
metabolic activity in various tissues (especially in the brain)
( Correct answers ) PET
very high energy waves that can pass through soft tissue, but not
bones ( Correct answers ) X-Ray
examination of the spinal cord after injection of dye ( Correct
answers ) myelography
Prep solution that is safe for the eyes and ears ( Correct answers )
Parachlometaxlenol (PCMX)
,Chest procedures usually between ribs and some hiatial hernia
surgeries ( Correct answers ) What procedure is the lateral
position or Thoracotomy position used for?
Neuro, Ortho, and ENT procedures, including tonsillectomy under
local anesthesia. ( Correct answers ) What procedures are done
in Fowler's position?
Rectal surgery ( Correct answers ) What procedures are done in
Kraske position?
Roll under axilla helps circulation of the arm and allows the lungs
to expand. ( Correct answers ) Why is the axilla padded in the
lateral position?
Femoral nerve damage ( Correct answers ) What damage can
occur if retractors are improperly placed in the pelvis?
Right side ( Correct answers ) Which side of the patient is a
bolster placed for a C-section?
Adult size is 16 and child size is 10-12 ( Correct answers ) What
are the most commonly used size of a Foley catheter?
10ml ( Correct answers ) How much water is used to inflate a 5ml
baloon?
Before surgery to establish a base line, Before closure of hollow
organs, Before closure of a cavity, Before skin closure, If suspect
, a retained item, Permanent change in personnel ( Correct
answers ) When are sponge, sharps and instrument counts
performed?
Items on the sterile field, Items on the Mayo stand, Items on the
back table, Items discarded from the sterile field (kick bucket)
( Correct answers ) Where do you begin counting at the end of a
case?
Do a recount, Inform the surgeon, Search for items immediately,
Check drapes, search through trash,Reopen incision, Do X-ray,
Complete incident report ( Correct answers ) What do you so if
sponge count is incorrect?
The same side of the O.R. table as the surgeon ( Correct
answers ) Which side do you stand on when handing drape
towels to surgeon?
Start at incision site and work toward the periphery. ( Correct
answers ) How is an abdominal skin prep done?
First ( Correct answers ) During an abdominal prep, when is the
umbilicus prepped?
Micro cuts can lead to infection. ( Correct answers ) Why is
shaving before surgery no longer recommended?
Report problem to charge nurse, DO NOT transport the patient,
Inform the O.R. of the reason for delay ( Correct answers ) If
there is a problem with patient ID on ward, what is done?
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST -
CHAPTER 12 EXAM WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS 2025
a technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce
computer-generated images that distinguish among different
types of soft tissue; allows us to see structures within the brain
( Correct answers ) MRI
using a computerized radiographic technique to examine the
metabolic activity in various tissues (especially in the brain)
( Correct answers ) PET
very high energy waves that can pass through soft tissue, but not
bones ( Correct answers ) X-Ray
examination of the spinal cord after injection of dye ( Correct
answers ) myelography
Prep solution that is safe for the eyes and ears ( Correct answers )
Parachlometaxlenol (PCMX)
,Chest procedures usually between ribs and some hiatial hernia
surgeries ( Correct answers ) What procedure is the lateral
position or Thoracotomy position used for?
Neuro, Ortho, and ENT procedures, including tonsillectomy under
local anesthesia. ( Correct answers ) What procedures are done
in Fowler's position?
Rectal surgery ( Correct answers ) What procedures are done in
Kraske position?
Roll under axilla helps circulation of the arm and allows the lungs
to expand. ( Correct answers ) Why is the axilla padded in the
lateral position?
Femoral nerve damage ( Correct answers ) What damage can
occur if retractors are improperly placed in the pelvis?
Right side ( Correct answers ) Which side of the patient is a
bolster placed for a C-section?
Adult size is 16 and child size is 10-12 ( Correct answers ) What
are the most commonly used size of a Foley catheter?
10ml ( Correct answers ) How much water is used to inflate a 5ml
baloon?
Before surgery to establish a base line, Before closure of hollow
organs, Before closure of a cavity, Before skin closure, If suspect
, a retained item, Permanent change in personnel ( Correct
answers ) When are sponge, sharps and instrument counts
performed?
Items on the sterile field, Items on the Mayo stand, Items on the
back table, Items discarded from the sterile field (kick bucket)
( Correct answers ) Where do you begin counting at the end of a
case?
Do a recount, Inform the surgeon, Search for items immediately,
Check drapes, search through trash,Reopen incision, Do X-ray,
Complete incident report ( Correct answers ) What do you so if
sponge count is incorrect?
The same side of the O.R. table as the surgeon ( Correct
answers ) Which side do you stand on when handing drape
towels to surgeon?
Start at incision site and work toward the periphery. ( Correct
answers ) How is an abdominal skin prep done?
First ( Correct answers ) During an abdominal prep, when is the
umbilicus prepped?
Micro cuts can lead to infection. ( Correct answers ) Why is
shaving before surgery no longer recommended?
Report problem to charge nurse, DO NOT transport the patient,
Inform the O.R. of the reason for delay ( Correct answers ) If
there is a problem with patient ID on ward, what is done?
