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This document contains the newest 2026/2027 NBSTSA Practice Exam (A & B) questions with fully verified and detailed answers. It includes all 230 Q&A covering topics such as perioperative best practices, carotid endarterectomy, laparoscopic appendectomy procedures, sterile technique, surgical instrument handling, tourniquet application, mastoid dressing preparation, and surgical technologist responsibilities. Fully graded and designed for instant exam preparation, this resource ensures surgical t...

Prepare for the NBSTSA Certification 2026/2027 exam with this comprehensive study guide including verified multiple-choice questions and detailed answers. Covers wound classification, surgical procedures, anatomy, pharmacology, and instrumentation. Ideal for surgical technologists, students, and certification exam prep.

NBSTSA Certification Exam | Comprehensive Practice Questions & Verified Answers 2026/2027

This document provides a complete set of practice questions for the NBSTSA exam, including verified correct answers and detailed explanations. It covers all essential topics required for certification, offering a comprehensive and up-to-date resource to support thorough preparation, knowledge reinforcement, and confident performance on the exam.

This document contains practice exam questions for the NBSTSA Surgical Technologist certification, each paired with correct answers to support exam preparation. It covers key domains such as perioperative procedures, sterile technique, instrumentation, patient safety, and surgical asepsis, making it suitable for comprehensive exam review.

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NBSTSA Exam A | 150 Questions and Answers | 2025/2026 During a laparoscopic appendectomy, the appendix is perforated, and contents begin spilling into the abdomen. Which of the following should the surgical technologist anticipate as the NEXT step? A. Suction the fluid from the abdomen. B. Continue removing the appendix as planned. C. Place a Kelly clamp over the perforation. D. Close the wound and terminate the procedure. A. A carotid endarterectomy has just been finished and the d...

NBSTSA Practice Exam B| 150 Questions and Answers 1. Which of the following is considered the MOST important skill for a surgical technologist? A. management of specimens B. management of sponges C. maintaining an orderly setup D. ensuring adequate lighting 2. During the postoperative phase, the personnel primarily responsible for transporting soiled instrumentation to decontamination is the A. housekeeping staff. B. anesthesia technician. C. surgical technologist. D. central p...

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Nbstsa Certified Surgical Technologist Self-Assessment Examination A&B Questions and Answers During a laparoscopic appendectomy, the appendix is perforated, and contents begin spilling into the abdomen. Which of the following should the surgical technologist anticipate as the NEXT step? A carotid endarterectomy has just been finished and the dressing is on. The surgical technologist begins removing all sharps and non-disposables from the drapes before pushing everything back. According to best...

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NB: Answers are highlighted in yellow and appear at the bottom of the choices. 1.A complication of steep reverse Trendelenburg position is A. deep vein thrombosis. B. arterial compression. C. cardiac overload. D. respiratory alkalosis. A. deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following positions should be utilized for posterior colpotomy? A. prone B.

Which of the following is the opening in the occipital bone through which the spinal cord passes? A. foramen ovale B. foramen magnum C. foramen rotundum D. foramen of Bochdalek B. foramen magnum Sterile supplies and instruments for a case have been opened in OR 1. A surgical technologist was just informed that the case has been moved to OR 2 and the next case in OR 1 is scheduled in two hours. Which of the following is the BEST course of action? A. Cover the sterile field with a s...

A SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST IS PREPARING THE INCISION SITE FOR THE DRESSING FOLLWING A (TAH). THE PATIENT HAS DEVELOPED A HEMATOMA AT THE INCISION SITE. THE SURGEON HAS LEFT THE ROOM. WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS SHOULD THE SURGICAL TECH TAKE? A. PLACE A PRESSURE DRESSING B. COVER WITH DERMABOND C. STERI-STRIP THE INCISION D. HAVE THE SURGEION RETURN D. HAVE THE SURGEON RETURN WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS A SIGN OF CARDIAC ARREST? A. EDEMA B. CONVULSION C. CYANOSIS D. HYPERT...

1.During a laparoscopic appendectomy, the appendix is perforated, and contents begin spilling into the abdomen. Which of the following should the surgical technologist anticipate as the NEXT step? A.Suction the fluid from the abdomen. B.Continue removing the appendix as planned. C.Place a Kelly clamp over the perforation. D.Close the wound and terminate the procedure. A 2.A carotid endarterectomy has just been finished and the dressing is on. The surgical technologist begins removing ...

1. Which of the following is considered the MOST important skill for a surgical technologist? A. management of specimens B. management of sponges C. maintaining an orderly setup D. ensuring adequate lighting A. Management of specimens 2. During the postoperative phase, the personnel primarily responsible for transporting soiled instrumentation to decontamination is the A. housekeeping staff. B. anesthesia technician. C. surgical technologist. D. central processing technician. C. ...