CST EXAM ACTUAL EXAM VERSIONS (VERSION A AND
B) COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED
ANSWERS (100% CORRECT ANSWERS) /ALREADY
GRADED A+
Question 1. What is the primary goal of the CST examination?
A. To test theoretical knowledge only
B. To assess the entry-level competencies of surgical technologists
C. To evaluate surgical assisting skills
D. To test knowledge of medical terminology only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The CST examination is designed to assess the entry-level competencies of
surgical technologists. It covers various domains including perioperative care, surgical
procedures, and patient safety. The exam ensures that candidates possess the
knowledge and skills necessary to function effectively in the operating room
environment.
Question 2. The surgical technologist is considered a member of the sterile team.
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the sterile team member?
A. Preparing the sterile field
B. Performing surgical hand scrub
C. Transporting the patient to the operating room
D. Passing instruments to the surgeon
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The sterile team includes the surgeon, surgical assistant, and surgical
technologist. Patient transport to the operating room is typically the responsibility of the
anesthesia provider or circulating nurse, not a sterile team member. The sterile team
members are responsible for maintaining the sterile field, performing surgical hand
scrub, and passing instruments.
Question 3. A patient is scheduled for a cholecystectomy. The surgical technologist
should prepare which of the following instruments for the procedure?
A. Bone saw
B. Laparoscopic instruments
C. Thoracic retractors
D. Craniotomy instruments
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder, which is most
commonly performed laparoscopically. Laparoscopic instruments are required for this
procedure. Bone saws are used for orthopedic procedures, thoracic retractors for chest
surgery, and craniotomy instruments for brain surgery.
Question 4. In the operating room, the surgical technologist should always
maintain which of the following?
A. A surgical conscience
B. A sterile field
,C. A count of all instruments and sponges
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The surgical technologist must maintain a surgical conscience (adherence to
sterile principles), a sterile field, and an accurate count of all instruments, sponges, and
sharps. These are fundamental responsibilities of the surgical technologist to ensure
patient safety.
Question 5. Which of the following is an example of a non-sterile member of the
surgical team?
A. Surgeon
B. Surgical technologist
C. Anesthesiologist
D. Circulating nurse
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The circulating nurse is a non-sterile member of the surgical team. They
manage the environment of the operating room, document events, and assist the sterile
team without scrubbing. The surgeon, surgical technologist, and scrub nurse are sterile
team members.
Question 6. What is the appropriate method for opening sterile supplies onto the
sterile field?
, A. Tear open the package and toss the item onto the field
B. Peel open the package and allow the item to drop onto the field without touching it
C. Open the package and hand the item directly to the surgeon
D. Open the package and place the item on the field using sterile technique
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sterile supplies should be opened and placed onto the sterile field using
sterile technique. The package should be opened by peeling back the wrapper and
allowing the item to drop onto the field without touching the item. The edges of the
package are sterile, and the item is presented without contamination.
Question 7. A patient is in the lithotomy position for a surgical procedure. This
position is commonly used for which type of surgery?
A. Neurosurgery
B. Gynecological surgery
C. Orthopedic surgery
D. Thoracic surgery
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The lithotomy position is commonly used for gynecological procedures such
as hysterectomies and vaginal surgeries. It is also used for urological and colorectal
procedures. In this position, the patient's legs are elevated and supported in stirrups,
allowing access to the perineal area.
B) COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED
ANSWERS (100% CORRECT ANSWERS) /ALREADY
GRADED A+
Question 1. What is the primary goal of the CST examination?
A. To test theoretical knowledge only
B. To assess the entry-level competencies of surgical technologists
C. To evaluate surgical assisting skills
D. To test knowledge of medical terminology only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The CST examination is designed to assess the entry-level competencies of
surgical technologists. It covers various domains including perioperative care, surgical
procedures, and patient safety. The exam ensures that candidates possess the
knowledge and skills necessary to function effectively in the operating room
environment.
Question 2. The surgical technologist is considered a member of the sterile team.
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the sterile team member?
A. Preparing the sterile field
B. Performing surgical hand scrub
C. Transporting the patient to the operating room
D. Passing instruments to the surgeon
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The sterile team includes the surgeon, surgical assistant, and surgical
technologist. Patient transport to the operating room is typically the responsibility of the
anesthesia provider or circulating nurse, not a sterile team member. The sterile team
members are responsible for maintaining the sterile field, performing surgical hand
scrub, and passing instruments.
Question 3. A patient is scheduled for a cholecystectomy. The surgical technologist
should prepare which of the following instruments for the procedure?
A. Bone saw
B. Laparoscopic instruments
C. Thoracic retractors
D. Craniotomy instruments
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder, which is most
commonly performed laparoscopically. Laparoscopic instruments are required for this
procedure. Bone saws are used for orthopedic procedures, thoracic retractors for chest
surgery, and craniotomy instruments for brain surgery.
Question 4. In the operating room, the surgical technologist should always
maintain which of the following?
A. A surgical conscience
B. A sterile field
,C. A count of all instruments and sponges
D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The surgical technologist must maintain a surgical conscience (adherence to
sterile principles), a sterile field, and an accurate count of all instruments, sponges, and
sharps. These are fundamental responsibilities of the surgical technologist to ensure
patient safety.
Question 5. Which of the following is an example of a non-sterile member of the
surgical team?
A. Surgeon
B. Surgical technologist
C. Anesthesiologist
D. Circulating nurse
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The circulating nurse is a non-sterile member of the surgical team. They
manage the environment of the operating room, document events, and assist the sterile
team without scrubbing. The surgeon, surgical technologist, and scrub nurse are sterile
team members.
Question 6. What is the appropriate method for opening sterile supplies onto the
sterile field?
, A. Tear open the package and toss the item onto the field
B. Peel open the package and allow the item to drop onto the field without touching it
C. Open the package and hand the item directly to the surgeon
D. Open the package and place the item on the field using sterile technique
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sterile supplies should be opened and placed onto the sterile field using
sterile technique. The package should be opened by peeling back the wrapper and
allowing the item to drop onto the field without touching the item. The edges of the
package are sterile, and the item is presented without contamination.
Question 7. A patient is in the lithotomy position for a surgical procedure. This
position is commonly used for which type of surgery?
A. Neurosurgery
B. Gynecological surgery
C. Orthopedic surgery
D. Thoracic surgery
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The lithotomy position is commonly used for gynecological procedures such
as hysterectomies and vaginal surgeries. It is also used for urological and colorectal
procedures. In this position, the patient's legs are elevated and supported in stirrups,
allowing access to the perineal area.
