SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY FOR THE
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST – CHAPTER 12
EXAM WITH CORRECT ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECTLY WELL
DEFINED ANSWERS LATEST ALREADY
GRADED A+ 2025 - 2026
Disruption - ANSWERS-the act or process of breaking apart
or rupturing
Dead space - ANSWERS-A cavity, potential or real, remaining
after the closure of a wound which is not obliterated by the
operative technique. Treated with a pressure dressing.
Hernia - ANSWERS-rupture in smooth muscle tissue through
which a bodily structure protrudes
Fibrin - ANSWERS-A protein derived from fibrinogen in the
presence of thrombin, which forms part of the blood clot.
,Parachlometaxlenol (PCMX) - ANSWERS-Prep solution that
is safe for the eyes and ears
What procedure is the lateral position or Thoracotomy
position used for? - ANSWERS-Chest procedures usually
between ribs and some hiatial hernia surgeries
What procedures are done in Fowler's position? - ANSWERS-
Neuro, Ortho, and ENT procedures, including tonsillectomy
under local anesthesia.
What procedures are done in Kraske position? - ANSWERS-
Rectal surgery
Why is the axilla padded in the lateral position? - ANSWERS-
Roll under axilla helps circulation of the arm and allows the
lungs to expand.
What damage can occur if retractors are improperly placed
in the pelvis? - ANSWERS-Femoral nerve damage
, Which side of the patient is a bolster placed for a C-section?
- ANSWERS-Right side
What are the most commonly used size of a Foley catheter?
- ANSWERS-Adult size is 16 and child size is 10-12
How much water is used to inflate a 5ml baloon? -
ANSWERS-10ml
When are sponge, sharps and instrument counts
performed? - ANSWERS-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
Where do you begin counting at the end of a case? -
ANSWERS-Items on the sterile field, Items on the Mayo
stand, Items on the back table, Items discarded from the
sterile field (kick bucket)
What do you so if sponge count is incorrect? - ANSWERS-Do
a recount, Inform the surgeon, Search for items
immediately, Check drapes, search through trash,Reopen
incision, Do X-ray, Complete incident report
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST – CHAPTER 12
EXAM WITH CORRECT ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECTLY WELL
DEFINED ANSWERS LATEST ALREADY
GRADED A+ 2025 - 2026
Disruption - ANSWERS-the act or process of breaking apart
or rupturing
Dead space - ANSWERS-A cavity, potential or real, remaining
after the closure of a wound which is not obliterated by the
operative technique. Treated with a pressure dressing.
Hernia - ANSWERS-rupture in smooth muscle tissue through
which a bodily structure protrudes
Fibrin - ANSWERS-A protein derived from fibrinogen in the
presence of thrombin, which forms part of the blood clot.
,Parachlometaxlenol (PCMX) - ANSWERS-Prep solution that
is safe for the eyes and ears
What procedure is the lateral position or Thoracotomy
position used for? - ANSWERS-Chest procedures usually
between ribs and some hiatial hernia surgeries
What procedures are done in Fowler's position? - ANSWERS-
Neuro, Ortho, and ENT procedures, including tonsillectomy
under local anesthesia.
What procedures are done in Kraske position? - ANSWERS-
Rectal surgery
Why is the axilla padded in the lateral position? - ANSWERS-
Roll under axilla helps circulation of the arm and allows the
lungs to expand.
What damage can occur if retractors are improperly placed
in the pelvis? - ANSWERS-Femoral nerve damage
, Which side of the patient is a bolster placed for a C-section?
- ANSWERS-Right side
What are the most commonly used size of a Foley catheter?
- ANSWERS-Adult size is 16 and child size is 10-12
How much water is used to inflate a 5ml baloon? -
ANSWERS-10ml
When are sponge, sharps and instrument counts
performed? - ANSWERS-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
Where do you begin counting at the end of a case? -
ANSWERS-Items on the sterile field, Items on the Mayo
stand, Items on the back table, Items discarded from the
sterile field (kick bucket)
What do you so if sponge count is incorrect? - ANSWERS-Do
a recount, Inform the surgeon, Search for items
immediately, Check drapes, search through trash,Reopen
incision, Do X-ray, Complete incident report
