CST PRACTICE EXAM B AND A WITH ALL CORRECT &
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WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS A SIGN OF CARDIAC ARREST? Correct answer-CYANOSIS
List in order the sequence of induction for general anesthesia: Correct answer-leads placed on the
patient
patient is prompted to breathe 100% oxygen
induction agent is given through an I.V.
patient is intubated
anesthetic gas agent is selected and applied
Place the following phases of wound healing by first intention in correct order from first to last:
Correct answer-Inflammatory
proliferation
remodeling
When preparing endoscopic cameras for ethylene oxide sterilization, which of the following
monitoring processes would be utilized to ensure all parameters of sterilization were met? Correct
answer-biological indicator
Which of the following rongeurs is used to expand the antrostomy in a Caldwell-Luc procedure?
Correct answer-Kerrison
The surgical technologist in the scrub role should remain sterile following which of the following
surgical procedures? Correct answer-Carotid endarterectomy
After gowning and gloving, a surgeon activates the DuraPrep applicator and proceeds to prep the
patient for surgery. Which of the following is the BEST action to take at this time? Correct answer-
Regown and reglove the surgeon.
Local anesthetics containing epinephrine should NEVER be used in which of the following areas?
Correct answer-Ddigits and penis
To prevent contamination at the end of a surgical procedure, which of the following should be
removed LAST by the surgical technologist in the scrub role? Correct answer-Surgical gloves
During a procedure, a surgical technologist notices a hole in his glove. Which of the following should
be done next? Correct answer-Change the glove using the open-gloving technique.
Which of the following is an unexpected occurrence that involves physiologic or psychologic injury or
death? Correct answer-Sentinel event
Which of the following is a benign fluid-filled sac that develops in the anterior testis? Correct
answer-hydrocele
,When a cholecystectomy is performed, which of the following anatomical structures must be
preserved? Correct answer-common duct
Which of the following procedures treats a congenital obstructed lesion found at the distal end of an
infant's stomach? Correct answer-pyloromyotomy
When inflating a 5-cc balloon on a Foley catheter, which of the following would be the MOST
appropriate choice? Correct answer-8-10 mL of sterile water
The tissue that covers bones and provides movement to the skeletal system is Correct answer-
muscle.
When donning gloves using the open-gloving technique, the ungloved hand will touch the. Correct
answer-folded edge of the cuff of the glove.
Which of the following is MOST resistant to sterilization processes? Correct answer-Spore
During a herniorrhaphy, the abdominal area that is bound by the rectus abdominis muscle, the
inguinal ligament, and the inferior epigastric vessels is the Correct answer-Hesselbach triangle.
Which of the following instruments may be used to extend the arteriotomy during carotid
endarterectomy? Correct answer-Potts-Smith
When an anesthetized patient's position is changed from lithotomy to supine, the patient's legs
should be lowered slowly to prevent which of the following? Correct answer-Hypotension
Growth in the length of a long bone occurs at the Correct answer-epiphyseal plate.
pad-like sac or cavity that prevents friction within a joint is known as a Correct answer-Bursa
A resectoscope is used to resect the Correct answer-Prostate
A cardiac arrest occurs during a procedure, and the surgeon is resuscitating the patient. What is the
responsibility of the surgical technologist in the scrub role during this time? Correct answer-
Remain sterile and maintain the sterile field.
During an abdominoperineal resection, which of the following stapling devices should the surgical
technologist have available to form an anal pouch from the ileum? Correct answer-GIA
Which of the following is MOST commonly used for wound closure in the presence of infection?
Correct answer-Stainless steel
Herniation of the rectum through a weakened posterior vaginal wall is known as Correct answer-
Rectocele
Which of the following procedures requires an opening into the gallbladder to permit drainage and
removal of stones? Correct answer-Cholecystostomy
If the parents of a dependent minor requiring emergency surgery cannot be located, the operative
consent form for surgery may be signed by Correct answer-two consulting physicians.
, A 15-year-old girl with anemia will be undergoing an exploratory procedure and a blood transfusion
will be necessary. The parents are Jehovah's Witnesses and will not consent to a blood transfusion,
but the patient states that she wants the transfusion. The operating room staff reports this to the
nurse manager. Which of the following is the BEST course of action now? Correct answer-The
physician or nurse manager should contact the hospital's administration to request that legal counsel
becomes involved.
A surgical technologist counts only 9 sponges in a pack on the initial count. After recounting the
sponges, it is confirmed that there are only 9 sponges in the pack. Which of the following is the
appropriate course of action? Correct answer-Remove the current package from the surgical field,
but not the operating room; document the problem; open a new package; recount.
A pneumatic tourniquet may be used for extremity surgery to Correct answer-reduce blood loss.
When utilizing a laparoscopic set-up, potential hazards associated with the equipment include
Correct answer-fiberoptic beam fire.
The primary reason padding is used in positioning a patient is to Correct answer-prevent injury to
pressure points.
Which of the following procedures may require a postauricular incision? Correct answer-
mastoidectomy
A patient with multiple trauma injuries requires surgical intervention. The patient has a history of
DVT and is currently taking anticoagulants. Which of the following should be done to ensure a clot
does not develop? Correct answer-Place a sequential compression device on lower extremities
While speaking to the nurse in the pre-operative area, the patient is crying excessively, pouting, and
acting like a child. Which of the following coping mechanisms is MOST likely being displayed?
Correct answer-Regression
Which of the following retractors may be used during an open cholecystectomy? Correct answer-
Harrington
A surgical technologist has been asked to serve as a preceptor to a new employee in the operating
room. If the surgeon becomes irritated or anxious because of the new employee's lack of experience,
which of the following actions should be taken? Correct answer-Quietly coach the new employee
in the background.
Which of the following items may be used in positioning a patient for a total hip arthroplasty?
Correct answer-bean bag
During a breast augmentation, the surgeon repeatedly asks the surgical technologist to refill the 10
cc syringe with local anesthetic. Which of the following is the BEST way to keep track of how much is
used? Correct answer-Keep note on the field of how much has been used.
A cerclage procedure is performed for which of the following conditions? Correct answer-
incompetent cervix
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WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS A SIGN OF CARDIAC ARREST? Correct answer-CYANOSIS
List in order the sequence of induction for general anesthesia: Correct answer-leads placed on the
patient
patient is prompted to breathe 100% oxygen
induction agent is given through an I.V.
patient is intubated
anesthetic gas agent is selected and applied
Place the following phases of wound healing by first intention in correct order from first to last:
Correct answer-Inflammatory
proliferation
remodeling
When preparing endoscopic cameras for ethylene oxide sterilization, which of the following
monitoring processes would be utilized to ensure all parameters of sterilization were met? Correct
answer-biological indicator
Which of the following rongeurs is used to expand the antrostomy in a Caldwell-Luc procedure?
Correct answer-Kerrison
The surgical technologist in the scrub role should remain sterile following which of the following
surgical procedures? Correct answer-Carotid endarterectomy
After gowning and gloving, a surgeon activates the DuraPrep applicator and proceeds to prep the
patient for surgery. Which of the following is the BEST action to take at this time? Correct answer-
Regown and reglove the surgeon.
Local anesthetics containing epinephrine should NEVER be used in which of the following areas?
Correct answer-Ddigits and penis
To prevent contamination at the end of a surgical procedure, which of the following should be
removed LAST by the surgical technologist in the scrub role? Correct answer-Surgical gloves
During a procedure, a surgical technologist notices a hole in his glove. Which of the following should
be done next? Correct answer-Change the glove using the open-gloving technique.
Which of the following is an unexpected occurrence that involves physiologic or psychologic injury or
death? Correct answer-Sentinel event
Which of the following is a benign fluid-filled sac that develops in the anterior testis? Correct
answer-hydrocele
,When a cholecystectomy is performed, which of the following anatomical structures must be
preserved? Correct answer-common duct
Which of the following procedures treats a congenital obstructed lesion found at the distal end of an
infant's stomach? Correct answer-pyloromyotomy
When inflating a 5-cc balloon on a Foley catheter, which of the following would be the MOST
appropriate choice? Correct answer-8-10 mL of sterile water
The tissue that covers bones and provides movement to the skeletal system is Correct answer-
muscle.
When donning gloves using the open-gloving technique, the ungloved hand will touch the. Correct
answer-folded edge of the cuff of the glove.
Which of the following is MOST resistant to sterilization processes? Correct answer-Spore
During a herniorrhaphy, the abdominal area that is bound by the rectus abdominis muscle, the
inguinal ligament, and the inferior epigastric vessels is the Correct answer-Hesselbach triangle.
Which of the following instruments may be used to extend the arteriotomy during carotid
endarterectomy? Correct answer-Potts-Smith
When an anesthetized patient's position is changed from lithotomy to supine, the patient's legs
should be lowered slowly to prevent which of the following? Correct answer-Hypotension
Growth in the length of a long bone occurs at the Correct answer-epiphyseal plate.
pad-like sac or cavity that prevents friction within a joint is known as a Correct answer-Bursa
A resectoscope is used to resect the Correct answer-Prostate
A cardiac arrest occurs during a procedure, and the surgeon is resuscitating the patient. What is the
responsibility of the surgical technologist in the scrub role during this time? Correct answer-
Remain sterile and maintain the sterile field.
During an abdominoperineal resection, which of the following stapling devices should the surgical
technologist have available to form an anal pouch from the ileum? Correct answer-GIA
Which of the following is MOST commonly used for wound closure in the presence of infection?
Correct answer-Stainless steel
Herniation of the rectum through a weakened posterior vaginal wall is known as Correct answer-
Rectocele
Which of the following procedures requires an opening into the gallbladder to permit drainage and
removal of stones? Correct answer-Cholecystostomy
If the parents of a dependent minor requiring emergency surgery cannot be located, the operative
consent form for surgery may be signed by Correct answer-two consulting physicians.
, A 15-year-old girl with anemia will be undergoing an exploratory procedure and a blood transfusion
will be necessary. The parents are Jehovah's Witnesses and will not consent to a blood transfusion,
but the patient states that she wants the transfusion. The operating room staff reports this to the
nurse manager. Which of the following is the BEST course of action now? Correct answer-The
physician or nurse manager should contact the hospital's administration to request that legal counsel
becomes involved.
A surgical technologist counts only 9 sponges in a pack on the initial count. After recounting the
sponges, it is confirmed that there are only 9 sponges in the pack. Which of the following is the
appropriate course of action? Correct answer-Remove the current package from the surgical field,
but not the operating room; document the problem; open a new package; recount.
A pneumatic tourniquet may be used for extremity surgery to Correct answer-reduce blood loss.
When utilizing a laparoscopic set-up, potential hazards associated with the equipment include
Correct answer-fiberoptic beam fire.
The primary reason padding is used in positioning a patient is to Correct answer-prevent injury to
pressure points.
Which of the following procedures may require a postauricular incision? Correct answer-
mastoidectomy
A patient with multiple trauma injuries requires surgical intervention. The patient has a history of
DVT and is currently taking anticoagulants. Which of the following should be done to ensure a clot
does not develop? Correct answer-Place a sequential compression device on lower extremities
While speaking to the nurse in the pre-operative area, the patient is crying excessively, pouting, and
acting like a child. Which of the following coping mechanisms is MOST likely being displayed?
Correct answer-Regression
Which of the following retractors may be used during an open cholecystectomy? Correct answer-
Harrington
A surgical technologist has been asked to serve as a preceptor to a new employee in the operating
room. If the surgeon becomes irritated or anxious because of the new employee's lack of experience,
which of the following actions should be taken? Correct answer-Quietly coach the new employee
in the background.
Which of the following items may be used in positioning a patient for a total hip arthroplasty?
Correct answer-bean bag
During a breast augmentation, the surgeon repeatedly asks the surgical technologist to refill the 10
cc syringe with local anesthetic. Which of the following is the BEST way to keep track of how much is
used? Correct answer-Keep note on the field of how much has been used.
A cerclage procedure is performed for which of the following conditions? Correct answer-
incompetent cervix
