NBSTSA Certification Exam/Certification Exam
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What is the position most commonly used for mitral valve replacement?
A. Prone
B. Sims
C. Supine
D. Kraske -ANSWER-> C. Supine
•Supine position is the optimal surgical position for a mitral valve replacement
procedure.
Which laser is best used during a vitrectomy?
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Nd: YAG
C. Excimer
D. Argon -ANSWER-> D. Argon
•The argon laser is used because the beam travels through clear tissues without
heating it, making it ideal for use on retinal disorders.
Which of the following monitors provides positive assurance of sterility?
A. Clerical
B. Mechanical
C. Biological
D. Chemical -ANSWER-> C. Biological
•The biological indicator (BI) contains bacillus stearothermophilus which is killed
when exposed to steam sterilization conditions. The BI is the only test that
guarantees sterility.
The apron-like structure attached to the greater curvature of the stomach is the:
A. Omentum
B. Mesentery
C. Ligamentum
D. Microaerophiles -ANSWER-> A. Omentum
•The greater omentum is an apron-like structure that lies over the intestines Which
microbes live without oxygen?
A. Aerobes
B. Anaerobes
,C. Capnophiles
D. Microaerophiles -ANSWER-> B. Anaerobes •Bacteria that can live without
oxygen are anaerobes.
Which of the following is an abnormal tract between two epithelium-lined surfaces
that is open at both ends?
A. Epithelialization
B. Fistula
C. Herniation
D. Sinus -ANSWER-> B. Fistula
•A fistula is an abnormal tract that is open at both ends; it most often develops after
bladder, bowel and pelvic procedures. What is the action of antagonist drugs?
A. Inhibit the clotting process
B. Achieve neuroleptanesthesia
C. Increase the effects of opiates
D. Counteract the action of another drug -ANSWER-> D. Counteract the action of
another drug
•An antagonist drug neutralizes or impedes the action of another drug, that is,
reverses its effects.
Which of the following directional terms describes the type of skin prep of an
entire extremity? A. Spiral
B. Horizontal
C. Longitudinal
D. Circumferential -ANSWER-> D. Circumferential
•Circumferential is the term that describes the type of skin prep of an entire
extremity.
What organs are excised if an ovarian tumor is malignant?
A. Bilateral ovaries only
B. Bilateral fallopian tubes and ovaries, uterus
C. Unilateral involved ovary and fallopian tube
D. Unilateral involved ovary and fallopian tube, uterus -ANSWER->
B. Bilateral fallopian tubes and ovaries, uterus
•If a tumor of an ovary is found to be malignant, the surgeon will excise both
ovaries, both fallopian tubes, and the uterus to ensure that all cancer cells have
been removed.
Which term refers to an abnormal thoracic curve of the spine referred to as
"hunchback"?
A. Lordosis
,B. Scoliosis
C. Kyphosis
D. Alkalosis -ANSWER-> C. Kyphosis
•Kyphosis is an exaggeration of the thoracic curve of the spine, resulting in a
condition commonly called "hunchback".
What is the medical term for a bunion?
A. Talipes valgus
B. Hallux valgus
C. Hallux varus
D. Talipes varus -ANSWER-> B. Hallux valgus •Hallux valgus is the medical
term for a bunion, which is a bony exostosis located on the medial side of the
first metatarsal head of the big toe.
What incision is also known as a lower oblique?
A. Inguinal
B. Paramedian
C. Infraumbilical
D. Thoracoabdominal -ANSWER-> A. Inguinal •Another name for a lower
oblique incision is inguinal incision.
The small intestine attaches to the posterior abdominal wall by the:
A. Mesentery
B. Peritoneum
C. Falciform ligament
D. Lesser omentum -ANSWER-> A. Mesentery •The mesentery binds the small
intestine to the posterior abdominal wall. What is the term for a relationship in
which two organisms occupy the same area and one organism benefits while the
other is unharmed?
A. Commensalism
B. Neutralism
C. Mutualism
D. Parasitism -ANSWER-> A. Commensalism
•Commensalism is a relationship between two organisms when one organism
benefits but the second organism is not harmed.
A topical steroid used to reduce inflammation after eye surgery is:
A. Depo-medrol
B. Miochol
C. Healon
D. Wydase -ANSWER-> A. Depo-medrol
, •Methylprednisolone acetate (Depo-medrol) is a steroid used topically to diminish
inflammation after ophthalmic surgery.
How is the surgical informed consent signed if an adult patient is illiterate?
A. Authorized individual signs patients name
B. Patient marks with an "x" and witness verifies
C. RN and surgeon sign that patient gave consent
D. Surgeon and risk manager sign consent -ANSWER-> B. Patient marks with an
"x" and witness verifies
•A witness verifies that the patient who is illiterate marks with an "x".
What direction should the stretcher be oriented when transporting a patient to the
OR department?
A. Feet first, side rails up
B. Feet first, side rails down
C. Head first, side rails up
D. Head first, side rails down -ANSWER-> A. Feet first, side rails up
•The direction of the stretcher should be oriented feet first, side rails up when a
patient is being transported to the OR on the stretcher.
Which of the following routine preoperative laboratory studies would be ordered
for premenopausal women with no history of hysterectomy?
A. HCG
B. HBV
C. HIV
D. HDL -ANSWER-> A. HCG
•Blood or a urine sample should be given preoperatively by a premenopausal
woman to check for human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) which is an indicator
for pregnancy.
Which portion of the surgical gown is considered non-sterile?
A. Outside closure ties
B. Two inches below the neckline to table level
C. Upper arms, neckline and axillary region
D. Sleeves; two inches above the elbow to the cuffs -ANSWER-> C. Upper arms,
neckline and axillary region
•Gowns are considered sterile only in front from chest to level of sterile field and
the sleeves 2 inches above the elbows to the cuffs.
What is the name of the urinary catheter with a small, curved tapered tip used on
patients with urethral strictures?
A. Iglesias
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What is the position most commonly used for mitral valve replacement?
A. Prone
B. Sims
C. Supine
D. Kraske -ANSWER-> C. Supine
•Supine position is the optimal surgical position for a mitral valve replacement
procedure.
Which laser is best used during a vitrectomy?
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Nd: YAG
C. Excimer
D. Argon -ANSWER-> D. Argon
•The argon laser is used because the beam travels through clear tissues without
heating it, making it ideal for use on retinal disorders.
Which of the following monitors provides positive assurance of sterility?
A. Clerical
B. Mechanical
C. Biological
D. Chemical -ANSWER-> C. Biological
•The biological indicator (BI) contains bacillus stearothermophilus which is killed
when exposed to steam sterilization conditions. The BI is the only test that
guarantees sterility.
The apron-like structure attached to the greater curvature of the stomach is the:
A. Omentum
B. Mesentery
C. Ligamentum
D. Microaerophiles -ANSWER-> A. Omentum
•The greater omentum is an apron-like structure that lies over the intestines Which
microbes live without oxygen?
A. Aerobes
B. Anaerobes
,C. Capnophiles
D. Microaerophiles -ANSWER-> B. Anaerobes •Bacteria that can live without
oxygen are anaerobes.
Which of the following is an abnormal tract between two epithelium-lined surfaces
that is open at both ends?
A. Epithelialization
B. Fistula
C. Herniation
D. Sinus -ANSWER-> B. Fistula
•A fistula is an abnormal tract that is open at both ends; it most often develops after
bladder, bowel and pelvic procedures. What is the action of antagonist drugs?
A. Inhibit the clotting process
B. Achieve neuroleptanesthesia
C. Increase the effects of opiates
D. Counteract the action of another drug -ANSWER-> D. Counteract the action of
another drug
•An antagonist drug neutralizes or impedes the action of another drug, that is,
reverses its effects.
Which of the following directional terms describes the type of skin prep of an
entire extremity? A. Spiral
B. Horizontal
C. Longitudinal
D. Circumferential -ANSWER-> D. Circumferential
•Circumferential is the term that describes the type of skin prep of an entire
extremity.
What organs are excised if an ovarian tumor is malignant?
A. Bilateral ovaries only
B. Bilateral fallopian tubes and ovaries, uterus
C. Unilateral involved ovary and fallopian tube
D. Unilateral involved ovary and fallopian tube, uterus -ANSWER->
B. Bilateral fallopian tubes and ovaries, uterus
•If a tumor of an ovary is found to be malignant, the surgeon will excise both
ovaries, both fallopian tubes, and the uterus to ensure that all cancer cells have
been removed.
Which term refers to an abnormal thoracic curve of the spine referred to as
"hunchback"?
A. Lordosis
,B. Scoliosis
C. Kyphosis
D. Alkalosis -ANSWER-> C. Kyphosis
•Kyphosis is an exaggeration of the thoracic curve of the spine, resulting in a
condition commonly called "hunchback".
What is the medical term for a bunion?
A. Talipes valgus
B. Hallux valgus
C. Hallux varus
D. Talipes varus -ANSWER-> B. Hallux valgus •Hallux valgus is the medical
term for a bunion, which is a bony exostosis located on the medial side of the
first metatarsal head of the big toe.
What incision is also known as a lower oblique?
A. Inguinal
B. Paramedian
C. Infraumbilical
D. Thoracoabdominal -ANSWER-> A. Inguinal •Another name for a lower
oblique incision is inguinal incision.
The small intestine attaches to the posterior abdominal wall by the:
A. Mesentery
B. Peritoneum
C. Falciform ligament
D. Lesser omentum -ANSWER-> A. Mesentery •The mesentery binds the small
intestine to the posterior abdominal wall. What is the term for a relationship in
which two organisms occupy the same area and one organism benefits while the
other is unharmed?
A. Commensalism
B. Neutralism
C. Mutualism
D. Parasitism -ANSWER-> A. Commensalism
•Commensalism is a relationship between two organisms when one organism
benefits but the second organism is not harmed.
A topical steroid used to reduce inflammation after eye surgery is:
A. Depo-medrol
B. Miochol
C. Healon
D. Wydase -ANSWER-> A. Depo-medrol
, •Methylprednisolone acetate (Depo-medrol) is a steroid used topically to diminish
inflammation after ophthalmic surgery.
How is the surgical informed consent signed if an adult patient is illiterate?
A. Authorized individual signs patients name
B. Patient marks with an "x" and witness verifies
C. RN and surgeon sign that patient gave consent
D. Surgeon and risk manager sign consent -ANSWER-> B. Patient marks with an
"x" and witness verifies
•A witness verifies that the patient who is illiterate marks with an "x".
What direction should the stretcher be oriented when transporting a patient to the
OR department?
A. Feet first, side rails up
B. Feet first, side rails down
C. Head first, side rails up
D. Head first, side rails down -ANSWER-> A. Feet first, side rails up
•The direction of the stretcher should be oriented feet first, side rails up when a
patient is being transported to the OR on the stretcher.
Which of the following routine preoperative laboratory studies would be ordered
for premenopausal women with no history of hysterectomy?
A. HCG
B. HBV
C. HIV
D. HDL -ANSWER-> A. HCG
•Blood or a urine sample should be given preoperatively by a premenopausal
woman to check for human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) which is an indicator
for pregnancy.
Which portion of the surgical gown is considered non-sterile?
A. Outside closure ties
B. Two inches below the neckline to table level
C. Upper arms, neckline and axillary region
D. Sleeves; two inches above the elbow to the cuffs -ANSWER-> C. Upper arms,
neckline and axillary region
•Gowns are considered sterile only in front from chest to level of sterile field and
the sleeves 2 inches above the elbows to the cuffs.
What is the name of the urinary catheter with a small, curved tapered tip used on
patients with urethral strictures?
A. Iglesias
