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• What condition involving the large intestine may require surgical intervention due to a telescoping segment?
• What is the typical role of CST during surgical procedures?
• What type of instrument is a hemostat?
• In cataract surgery, what is the function of the initial incision made into the cornea?
• Which surgical procedure involves the removal of the vermiform appendix?
• What fluid is likely given for fluid replacement providing sodium, calcium, and potassium?
• Which instrument is typically used as an eye speculum during an iridectomy?
• What does the procedure enucleation refer to in surgical terminology?
• If a patient suffers from a laryngospasm during intubation, what is a crucial procedure for the tech to assist with?
• What surgical procedure involves removing the bladder?
• What solution can be used to control bleeding during a cervical cone biopsy?
• What term describes delayed primary healing where two granulated tissues are approximated?
• What is the primary purpose of the Kerrison rongeur during a lumbar laminectomy?
• During a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the surgeon decides to perform a cholangiogram. What medication should the surgical technologist obtain?
• What is the primary purpose of using hemostatic substances during surgery?
• Which two extraocular muscles move the eye upward and inward towards the midline?
• What instrument is used prior to the insertion of the resectoscope in a TURP procedure?
• You are cleaning the core area of the operating room. You come across four wrapped trays labeled Nesbit, McCarthy, Iglesias, and Baumrucker. What are they?
• What substance should the pedicle graft be soaked in prior to anastomosis during a CABG?
• Before applying a cast, what is first placed to protect the skin?
• What type of procedure is a nephrectomy?
• During a carotid endarterectomy, which instrument is most appropriate for elevating plaque?
• A Mohs procedure is primarily used to treat which type of cancer?
• What is the first step in handling a traumatic hand injury such as an amputation?
• What safety protocols must be incorporated during split thickness skin graft procedures?
• Which instrument is typically used to make the first incision in an above the knee amputation?
• Which of the following incisions describes a Chevron incision?
• Which self-retaining retractor is used to keep the mouth open during tonsillectomy procedures?
• Which instrument should the CST have ready after the initial incision is made?
• Which instrument is used to elevate the dura off the cranial bone during a craniotomy?
• What should the CST have ready to pass to the surgeon during a Whipple procedure when isolating specific arteries?
• What item is placed over suture ends to prevent cutting into the skin?
• When performing a pneumonectomy, the incision of choice would be the:
• An Acoustic Neuroma is defined as what type of tumor?
• Which section of the pancreas lies against the spleen?
• Which procedure is performed to remove the entire thyroid gland?
• What should the surgical technologist provide the team with when the pleural cavity is mistakenly entered during an abdominal procedure?
• What is the primary purpose of using an EEA surgical stapler?
• Which characteristics would suggest a bronchoscopy is occurring in the right main bronchus?
• What procedure involves the removal of a blood clot from an artery?
• Which procedure involves the removal of a skull flap without subsequent replacement?
• In a healthcare setting, which statement is true regarding CPR?
• What is the purpose of using a VAC (vacuum assisted closure) following a skin graft?
• What type of pickup should be available when closing an abdominal incision with staples?
• What is a common method for treating a patient with obstructed breathing due to a deviated septum?
• What anatomical structure is excised during a circumcision?
• What should the surgical tech do if the operating room temperature is set at 66 and the humidity is 35%?
• Which suture type is preferred for the subcutaneous layer?
• Who is the member of the surgical team that determines where the tourniquet is placed?
• What term is used for the procedure that involves the removal of the prepuce in infants?
• In the operating room, who is responsible for counting sponges and needles as the procedure progresses?
• Which structure is most commonly involved in a left sliding indirect hernia?
• How is the sternum usually closed after a cardiac surgery?
• When assisting in laparoscopic procedures, what should the CST always be prepared for?
• Where should the electrosurgical grounding pad be placed on a patient?
• When performing a laparoscopic appendectomy using a Hasson cannula, what is true?
• What is the primary purpose of a purse string suture in an appendectomy procedure?
• What is the joint movement of the ankle called that allows pointing the toe?
• Which type of hernia protrudes from the abdominal cavity through the internal inguinal ring?
• In contaminated surgical procedures, what is often the major concern during postoperative recovery?
• What is the primary purpose of instilling a Foley catheter during a nephrectomy?
• Which synthetic mesh is not considered synthetic?
• How are surgical wounds classified based on microbial contamination?
• Which term best describes the technique of creating an opening between two hollow organs?
• What is the primary purpose of a three-way foley catheter after a TURP procedure?
• A patient has a yellow mass on the corner of his eye and has been diagnosed with a pterygium. What is a pterygium?
• What is the needle holder that has a self-locking mechanism called?
• During an inguinal hernia repair, which structure is retracted using a Penrose drain?
• What is the purpose of calling a "Time Out" before surgery?
• A patient goes to the ER with a fracture to their elbow from a fall off a ladder. What nerve will most likely be damaged?
• Which of the following incisions is used during an open gastrotomy procedure?
• Which instruments are commonly used to dissect the nasal cartilage during rhinoplasty?
• During a surgical procedure, which factor is crucial when closing wounds?
• During a colon resection, the surgeon found a lesion on the liver and requests an immediate analysis of the specimen. What type of specimen is this?
• When the surgical technologist receives multiple specimens from the surgeon, what should they do?
• Which retractor is typically used for retraction of the internal mammary artery?
• Intraoperatively, what is the CST responsible for tracking in addition to blood loss?
• What procedure is a patient diagnosed with a deviated septum likely to undergo?
• Which of the following describes a wedge resection of the liver?
• What does the Seldinger technique provide access to?
• Which procedure is most likely to put the patient at risk of developing a paralytic ileus?
• What type of procedure is associated with the use of tumescent solution?
• What is commonly assessed immediately after a patient comes out of anesthesia?
• Which of the following is true of the AST guideline on bowel technique?
• What is the first step in a surgical procedure when a surgeon encounters unexpected bleeding?
• Which surgical procedure requires the use of an Argyle shunt?
• What does a radical mastectomy entail?
• During an open low anterior colon resection, which internal stapling device should be used?
• How should specimens collected during a Moh's surgery be sent to the lab?
• What are the first ligaments separated from the uterus during a hysterectomy?
• What is a primary use of a fine Rosen needle in otorhinolaryngology?
• What self-retaining retractor should be prepared for use during a thyroidectomy?
• What is the absolute maximum length of time a pneumatic tourniquet should remain on the affected lower extremity before it is released for re-perfusion?
• What is a common use for the stylet in surgical procedures?
• Which elevator is appropriate for removing delicate septal tissue?
• A transsphenoidal hypophysectomy involves the removal of what?
• Which of the following sutures will be needed for a small bowel resection?
• What position is the patient placed in after breast reduction to assess for symmetry?
• What is used to repair fractures to the mandible or maxilla?
• What is one approach to repair the rotator cuff of the shoulder called?
• What is the purpose of a retrobulbar block?
• What thoracic procedure involves inserting a scope into the chest between the pleural sacs?
• Which surgical position is often utilized for abdominal surgeries to improve venous return?
• Which of the following aneurysms is an example of a sacculated aneurysm?
• What is the immediate action taken after a baby is delivered during a C-section?
• What instrument is typically used for retracting skin during a mastectomy?
• In which position is a patient likely to be placed during fistulotomy and hemorrhoidectomy procedures?
• Which procedure is performed to preserve a woman's fertility when diagnosed with uterine fibroids?
• In which position should the patient be placed for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy to facilitate the procedure?
• In which type of surgical procedure is a drain most likely to be placed?
• Sutures can be either multifilament or monofilament. Which is an example of a monofilament suture?
• During a nephrectomy, which clamp should the CST have ready to occlude the ureters?
• What is the primary goal of a total abdominal hysterectomy?
• Which surgical procedure carries the risk of delayed brain injury due to the absence of protective skull?
• What accurately describes true diverticulosis?
• What is used to maintain the shape of a catheter during insertion?
• Why is it important to maintain a sterile field during surgery?
• Which catheter is specifically used in a gastrostomy procedure?
• What is a preexisting hemostatic disorder that affects blood coagulation?
• In breast reconstruction after a modified radical mastectomy, which artery supplies the latissimus dorsi flap?
• During which surgical procedure is "bowel technique" necessary?
• What will the surgeon do after the delivery of the specimen in an Anterior Posterior resection of the colon?
• When intra-op X-ray is needed, what should the surgical technologist do to prevent contamination?
• After a lobectomy, when should the chest tube be attached to the closed drainage system?
• Which suture would be used on the sterile field for a tuboplasty?
• What type of fluid is typically injected as tumescent fluid before suction liposuction?
• The ST noticed the circulator did not pour the entire contents of the saline irrigation into the basin on the back table. The saline bottle had been recapped and placed off the sterile field. How should the ST respond?
• What is the appropriate action for a CST if a Bovie pencil is found exposed on the surgical field?
• What is the purpose of using an electrocautery device during surgery?
• Which instrument is typically used to grasp and manipulate tissue during surgery?
• Which of the following is true concerning the use of a surgical blade on the epidermis?
• Which of the following is true regarding the positioning and prepping of a patient undergoing ophthalmic surgery?
• In which area is an abdominal aortic aneurysm most commonly located?
• What dissectors should be available for the surgeon to cut the uterosacral ligaments during an abdominal hysterectomy?
• Which procedure presents the highest risk of fire during the intra-operative phase?
• What is the primary purpose of a retractor in surgical procedures?
• A gastric sleeve procedure is performed for which purpose in the patient population?
• What is the best method for tracking lidocaine usage during surgery?
• When using monopolar energy flow in electrosurgery, what might occur?
• Which type of anesthesia is commonly used during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
• During hip surgeries, which retractor is preferred for muscle retraction?
• Which of the following instruments is most commonly used to achieve hemostasis?
• During a parotidectomy, stones are blocking which duct?
• What instrument is typically used by a surgeon to remove the lamina during a lumbar laminectomy?
• Hemorrhoidectomy falls under which classification?
• Which characteristic of CO2 gas is acute during abdominal insufflation in laparoscopy?
• During ulnar nerve repair, what is used to aid in handling the nerve segment for further dissection?
• During which type of procedures is a Doppler probe typically utilized?
• What is the common reason for performing a total gastrectomy?
• Which of the following staplers may require reloading during an endoscopic procedure?
• During a femoral-to-femoral bypass, which drug is used to control vasospasms?
• Which surgical procedure carries the risk of developing pelvic adhesions?
• What should the CST have prepared for the surgeon during a herniorrhaphy (hernia repair)?
• After making the skin incision for a craniotomy, what should the surgical technologist anticipate will be needed next?
• Which condition is characterized by diminished lung capacity and is irreversible?
• When is the McIvor retractor typically utilized in surgery?
• What role does the CPT code play in surgical procedures?
• Who is responsible for receiving specimens on the surgical field?
• What instrument is specifically included in the rectal instrument set for a hemorrhoidectomy?
• What is the function of an O'Sullivan-O'Connor retractor during surgery?
• What surgical approach is preferred for treating hemorrhoids effectively?
• What is the goal of a Nissen fundoplication procedure?
• During insertion of a urinary catheter, what is essential to maintain?
• What is a key consideration during the closure of a surgical incision?
• What type of incision would a surgeon make for access to the lower portion of a ureter?
• In which of the following procedures might an abdominal fat graft be used to seal a dural leak?
• For which surgical procedure would a CST prepare both a minor tray and a craniotomy tray?
• Following an appendectomy, what is the suturing method to close the stump?
• What type of gas is used to inflate the abdomen to create a pneumoperitoneum during laparoscopic procedures?
• When setting up the sterile field for a robotic procedure, where should the manipulators be placed?
• Which thoracic instrument is classified as a biopsy forceps?
• What device is used to help with circulation during surgery to prevent clots from forming?
• Which suture technique is ideally used on the stump during an open appendectomy?
• What function does an AED primarily serve in emergency situations?
• What is the recommended rate for chest compressions during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?
• Which procedure establishes a new connection between the common bile duct and the duodenum?
• What should the CST always have ready for abdominal cases?
• What is the primary purpose of using bolsters with retention sutures?
• What is the term for a procedure involving closed manipulation followed by fixation of a fractured bone?
• What is the alternate name for the cervical cerclage using 5mm tape ligatures?
• Which type of graft involves using tissue from a different species?
• Which procedure involves removing a portion of the skull that is then replaced?
• Which of the following is the name of the instrument used to apply scalp clips?
• Which of the following surgeries involves replacing the patient's native kidney?
• When prepped for a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy, what surgical approach is most likely to be employed if the tumor is small?
• What is the primary purpose of performing a mentoplasty?
• What is the correct way to handle a bullet as a specimen during surgery?
• What type of suture should the surgical tech have ready for closure of the sternum?
• During biliary surgery, which forceps are used to clamp the common bile duct?
• What type of dressing should be available for a hydrocelectomy?
• Which material should be available for the surgeon to apply before casting a right distal radius after an internal fixation?
• Which team member is responsible for safely positioning the patient during a procedure?
• As the patient is being placed in Trendelenburg position during the procedure, what must the surgical technologist be aware of?
• Which arteries are branches of the descending aorta that supply the thoracic wall?
• When is it appropriate for the surgical tech to change gloves during a bowel resection?
• The sella turcica is a structure in the brain that houses which gland?
• What represents best practice when breaking down the sterile field at the end of the procedure?
• When initiating closing counts, where should the CST begin?
• What indicates the need for complete silence in the operating room during surgery?
• What type of instrument is designed for deep retraction, such as on the liver for an open cholecystectomy?
• Which statement is correct regarding the opening of sterile supplies?
• What information is the surgical technologist responsible for reporting to the circulator for documentation in the operating room record?
• What type of incision is required for a liver resection involving a tumor larger than 5cm?
• Which type of suture needle is most commonly used in laceration and wound repair?
• What surgical procedure involves the removal of fibrotic plaque from the intima layer of arteries?
• Which sponge is commonly used during ophthalmic surgical procedures?
• During a malar implant procedure, the surgeon operates on which part of the face?
• What procedure is typically used to treat hydrocephalus?
• During the repair of an indirect hernia, which type of drain is typically utilized to retract the spermatic cord?
• What hazard may occur when using a laparoscopic unit in the operating room?
• What is the surgical procedure called to release abnormal tissue connections within the abdominal cavity?
• What is the procedure called for the removal of uterine fibroids?
• During which surgical procedure would you encounter Glisson's capsule?
• What type of scissors is used to perform an arteriotomy alongside the 11 blade?
• Which procedure would necessitate the use of a cell saver device?
• What instrument is used to dilate the urethra?
• Which of the following surgeries involves the removal of a portion of the thyroid parenchyma?
• Which retractor may be used to protect the bladder during a C-section?
• What is the most common form of anesthesia for an elderly patient receiving a pacemaker?
• Which of the following approaches is typically required during wound retraction for abdominal surgeries?
• What type of suture is most commonly used to close the fascia layer during a laparotomy with a midline incision?
• During gallbladder surgery, what is the procedure called where the surgeon drains the gallbladder before removing stones?
• What is the position of choice for performing a laminectomy?
• In a modified radical mastectomy, which structures are primarily removed?
• What is the primary function of the surgical scrub in maintaining sterile technique?
• In a healthcare setting, what is a true statement regarding CPR?
• Why is it essential for an ST to check the temperature of saline irrigation during a craniotomy?
• In the case of a bucket handle tear from a hard landing, which joint is likely injured?
• Which of the following is a traditional procedure for handling or passing an instrument?
• What abdominal retractor should be available for a total abdominal hysterectomy?
• Which incision type is considered the simplest for accessing any part of the abdominal cavity?
• What type of hernia is the most commonly diagnosed?
• What type of closure technique is often used for a contaminated wound?
• What is indicated by the presence of the Ducts of Luschka?
• When repairing a medial malleolus fracture, which ligament may be trapped in the fracture?
• During a tympanoplasty, what medication is typically administered with epinephrine?
• Which instrument is appropriate for dissecting the external oblique muscle?
• Damage to which nerve during lung decortication could lead to paralysis of the diaphragm?
• In which procedure would a scrub tech typically find a Heaney clamp?
• Which procedure involves the removal of the pancreatic head?
• Peptic Ulcer disease is treated by completing a vagotomy with pyloroplasty. What cranial nerve will be ligated during the procedure?
• What is the function of a valvulotome in a vascular procedure using an autogenous vein graft?
• Which of the following catheters would require a drainage bag during a surgical procedure?
• During a small bowel resection, if the blood in the operative field is dark and the patient appears rigid and warm, what type of reaction might be occurring?
• What should the surgical technologist have available when the surgeon is going to repair a facial laceration?
• What is the initial incision layer when performing an extracapsular cataract extraction?
• What type of hernia develops at the site of a previous surgery?
• Which of the following statements regarding open colon resection of a cancerous lesion is inaccurate?
• Which structure must be incised before the removal of the nucleus pulposus?
• When should dressing sponges be opened to the sterile field?
• What type of sponges does the CST use to cover the bone flap during a craniotomy?
• Subsequent to a colon resection, the peritoneum is typically sutured with what?
• What is the purpose of using argon enhanced electrosurgery?
• What is essential for a surgeon to have during surgery, particularly in deep cavities?
• Which of the following is a non-invasive procedure that determines the pitch, rhythm, quality, and sound of the peripheral vascular system?
• What type of retractors does a CST typically have available for an open laparotomy?
• What type of closure material is usually preferred for closing the sternum after surgery?
• Which of the following procedures is classified as a major surgical operation involving complex techniques?
• Which instrument is commonly used for cutting in a tympanoplasty?
• What is the name of the delicate ronguers used to remove intervertebral disc tissue?
• If a surgeon is performing an embolectomy or thrombectomy, which catheter will be needed?
• In what scenario would a craniectomy be indicated?
• What is required to adhere the scalp to the bone flap during a craniotomy?
• In which type of surgery are buttons typically used to prevent tissue damage?
• Which feature characterizes a cutting suture needle?
• Which type of surgical suture is typically chosen for delicate tissue repair?
• What tissue is removed during a circumcision?
• Which statement is true regarding chest compressions during resuscitation?
• What technique is typically used to prevent postoperative infection in surgical wounds?
• Irving, Pomeroy, and Parkland techniques are associated with which open procedure?
• When repairing a laceration on the liver, what type of needle tip should be used for suturing?
• Which statement regarding thyroid and parathyroid surgery is incorrect?
• What technique is ideal for suturing a perforated ulcer during surgery?
• Which drape is referred to as a fenestrated drape?
• What is the name of the connective tissue layer surrounding the liver that encases the hepatic artery and portal vein?
• During a total knee arthroplasty, what is the recommended specific position for patient comfort and safety?
• What is the surgical procedure that allows viewing a joint?
• What irrigation fluid is commonly used during transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)?
• Which instrument is preferred for cutting delicate tissue in surgical procedures?
• Which method of pulmonary assessment is utilized for surgical patients requiring mechanical ventilation by measurement of end-tidal CO2?
• What is the purpose of Heparin in surgical procedures?
• What equipment is used to generate electrical impulses to the heart during a cardiac arrest?
• In surgical terms, what does "degrees of freedom" refer to?
• The use of a Dorsey needle is appropriate for which type of procedure?
• What is a mechanical means of achieving hemostasis during surgical procedures?
• Which of the following is classified as an autograft?
• What is a primary concern with a blown tympanic membrane post-trauma?
• What is the main purpose of using a Foley catheter in a surgical setting?
• Pre-natal diagnosis is commonly found upon ultrasound, and either surgical correction in utero or emergency surgery after birth is necessary for which of the following conditions?
• Which small ducts drain bile directly into the gallbladder from the liver?
• Which stapling device is utilized to connect two tubular structures after a colon resection?
• What gland is removed along with the kidney in a radical nephrectomy?
• What should the CST do if there are instruments left on the field?
• While opening the laparotomy incision on an open bowel procedure, what should the technologist do next?
• Which type of instrument is specifically designed for cutting tissue during surgery?
• What should the CST remember when assisting in surgery with a diabetic patient?
• Which instrument is preferred for measuring distance during a vascular anastomosis?
• What specific procedure is performed to facilitate drainage during a Caldwell-Luc surgery?
• In which surgical specialty is the Gardner-Wells pin fixation device commonly used?
• Which muscle is typically retracted during a thyroidectomy?
• Which of the following clamps are used for a carotid endarterectomy?
• Which surgical procedure involves connecting new vessels to the heart muscle?
• What is the most important distinction between sutures and hemostatic clips used intra-op for hemostasis?
• What stage of pregnancy does an omphalocele develop?
• Which fascia layer covers the posterior portion of the prostate?
• A pancreaticoduodenectomy is commonly known as which type of procedure?
• What is the most common indication for performing a fistulotomy?
• What type of wound healing occurs when a surgical incision is left open and packed with iodoform gauze?
• Which nerve can be found within the carotid sheath?
• During an intra-operative cardiac arrest resuscitation, which responsibility falls on the CST?
• What is the term for abnormal male breast enlargement and male breast cancer?
• What should the CST do with soiled sponges at the surgical field?
• In surgical terms, what is the process of restoring functionality to a joint called?
• What surgical position is typically used for accessing the lower abdominal area?
• Which instrument is best for cutting soft tissue during surgeries?
• Which surgical procedure involves the removal of the ovaries and fallopian tubes?
• The prep for a laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy includes which of the following structures?
• A cochlear implant procedure aims to restore the sense of sound by addressing damage to which cranial nerve?
• What is the wound classification for a blepharoplasty?
• What surgical technique is primarily used to achieve cataract removal?
• What protocol must be followed if a member of the sterile team touches an unsterile item with their sterile glove?
• Which of the following is not an accurate description of a type of stoma?
• What should be done first to ensure patient safety when using laparoscopic equipment?
• What equipment is used to treat cataracts by breaking up and aspirating the opacity of the lens?
• Subsequent to the arteriotomy made into the common carotid artery during a carotid endarterectomy, what is the very next step prior to closing the wound?
• What must be taken to the PACU with a patient who has undergone surgical mandibular advancement?
• Who is responsible for the intra-op records during a surgical procedure?
• Which of the following knife blade and handle combinations would be incorrect?
• What clamp is typically used to grasp a pulmonary segment during thoracotomy?
• What is the term for the surgical removal of a kidney?
• Which of the following is true of electrosurgical equipment used in the operating room?
• Which of the following retractors is typically used for a pneumonectomy?
• When asked by the anesthesia provider how much irrigation was used, what is the primary purpose of this question?
• In treating Hirschsprung Disease in pediatric patients, what surgical procedure is typically performed?
• What is a common indication for performing a circumcision in infants?
• What action should be taken by the ST before closing the uterus during a C-section?
• A six-month-old baby has fallen out of the crib. An X-ray determines the baby has fractured their femur in one cortex of the bone and isn't showing a complete break. What type of fracture has occurred?
• What is the diagnostic procedure that combines CT and radioisotope scanning to highlight metabolic brain activity?
• What is typically soaked in thrombin to achieve hemostasis during surgical procedures?
• Which of the following describes a hernia with a compromised blood supply that may lead to necrosis?
• In what scenario would a surgical tech change gloves during a surgical procedure?
• During an open cholecystectomy, which retractor is most suitable for exposing the common bile duct?
• If a patient presents with palmar fascia contracture, what will the diagnosis likely be?
• Why is documentation important after using saline for irrigation during a surgical procedure?
• When the circulator opens an envelope folded sterile package to give it to the sterile team member, how should the non-sterile individual open the flap?
• What is the correct order of the phases of anesthesia?
• What procedure is performed to correct gastroesophageal reflux disease?
• During a surgical procedure, what is the primary responsibility of the surgical technologist (ST) when a patient goes into cardiac arrest?
• During a surgical procedure, what is the significance of confirming an anastomosis?
• What does bronchoalveolar lavage involve?
• In surgical settings, what does the term "hemostasis" refer to?
• Which of the following procedures carries a risk of rectal perforation?
• What type of cast will be applied after performing an open reduction internal fixation of a tibia?
• What should be available for assessing blood flow of the carotid artery after a carotid endarterectomy?
• During a code blue, what is the primary role of a certified surgical technologist?
• What is the recommended permanent treatment for hydrocephalus or water on the brain?
• Which of the following procedures involves surgically interrupting the male reproductive tract?
• Who must be notified if the surgical technologist has a miscount during the final count before closing?
• Which statement is true regarding the procedure of dilation and curettage?
• What medication is often injected into the uterus during a cesarean section to aid with hemostasis due to contraction?
• During dilation and curettage, which instrument will the surgical technologist pass to grasp the cervix?
• Why is laparoscopic surgery often converted to an open approach?
• In a C-section, which retractor is used to protect the bladder?
• Which surgical procedure requires the use of a Sims speculum?
• What is the purpose of using a Penrose drain during an inguinal hernia repair?
• Which of the following is an indication for a CABG procedure?
• What type of graft needs pre-clotting and is often used during AAA?
• What should a CST be prepared for right after the initial incision during surgery?
• How should surgical team members pass one another during a procedure?
• Which procedure involves the excision of the uterus and cervix?
• What should the CST do first when receiving a tissue specimen from the surgeon?
• Which statement about an end-to-end anastomosis of the bowel is correct?
• To prevent injury to the patient and to the team during a surgical procedure when the ESU unit is in use, where should the tip of the ESU always be placed?
• In surgery, what is the significance of isolating the right gastric and gastroduodenal arteries during a Whipple procedure?
• Which of the following refers to a skin graft that is made up of tissue from one species and grafted onto another species?
• Who is responsible for determining when a patient is safe to move from the OR table to the stretcher?
• What agent is used to inspect the corneal epithelium after cataract extraction?
• Which phase of surgery most illustrates the role of a CST?
• What is the primary goal of a radical cystectomy in patients with bladder cancer?
• During laminectomies, what should the surgical technologist have ready for use?
• When does intubation occur on a patient whose surgery will be performed in the prone position?
• Which needle is used to instill CO2 gas during surgical procedures?
• What is the function of hemoclips in surgical procedures?
• Which abdominal organ is frequently injured in cases of penetrating trauma?
• Which self-retaining retractor is commonly used during a total abdominal hysterectomy for retracting the pelvic wall?
• What is the typical tissue layer encountered first during a C-section after the skin incision?
• Which procedure is associated with a risk of gastric perforation?
• What piece of equipment is used to measure O2 saturation levels of arterial blood during a surgical procedure?
• What is the maximum duration a tourniquet should be inflated to prevent lower limb reperfusion?
• Which of the following surgeries is generally performed via an endovascular approach?
• What happens to the intestines in a developing baby with an omphalocele?
• Which of the following describes a clean-contaminated surgical wound?
• Which of the following refers to a congenital defect that allows epithelial tissue to be trapped below the surface of the skin in the area of the sacrum and coccyx?
• During orthopedic surgery, what material is most commonly used to fill the gaps left by the bone during repair?
• Why must fingernail polish be removed prior to surgery?
• What term describes a surgeon operating a robot without direct contact with the patient?
• During an aortic valve replacement, if the surgeon is using a looped PDS suture, which cutting device should be ready?
• Which of the following might be a reason for performing a TURP?
• Which of the following surgeries is performed by removing the gallbladder?
• Which instrument should the surgical technologist pass to the surgeon for retracting extraocular muscles during strabismus surgery?
• A patient diagnosed with sensorineural deafness is likely to be treated with which type of implant?
• What characterizes the Bilroth II surgical procedure?
• Which of the following forceps are primarily used for the manipulation of soft tissue?
• Which of the following contains a radiopaque strand and is used as a sponge stick for routine surgical cases?
• Which vessel is most commonly harvested for a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)?
• When is the "Time Out" called in a surgical procedure?
• Which scenario demonstrates appropriate use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)?
• What type of intracranial malignant tumor is capable of crossing both hemispheres of the brain?
• Which medication is commonly used to counteract malignant hyperthermia?
• In a surgical setting, what is the purpose of a sterile field?
• During what procedure is a Van Buren dilator specifically used?
• During surgery, what is the primary concern when counting sponges?
• In a small bowel anastomosis, what is the correct order for preparing the sutures to be used?
• Which type of cells are known as the phagocytic cells of the liver?
• Which surgical stapling device is commonly used for an end to end lower intestinal anastomosis?
• In a lumbar laminectomy, if the dura is punctured, what type of suture should be used to repair it?
• What term refers to the process of removing diseased or traumatized tissue?
• What is the role of the Allison retractor during thoracic surgery?
• What surgical procedure typically involves dissecting the saphenous vein?
• What will the certified surgical technologist (CST) have ready after passing a stick tie and forceps to the surgeon?
• When should Potts-Smith scissors be prepared for a surgeon?
• What area should the surgical prep for an aortic abdominal aneurysm repair cover?
• The Lichtenstein tension-free repair is specifically performed to repair which type of hernia?
• What type of tissue is commonly used for grafts in tympanoplasty to repair a ruptured eardrum?
• What type of skin graft includes the epidermis and part of the dermis, primarily used for burn treatment?
• In a surgical procedure involving the ear, which implant can restore hearing?
• What diagnosis is associated with excruciating shooting pain in the face, often described as an electric shock in the jaw or teeth?
• During which procedure is an autotransfusion machine most likely utilized?
• Which procedure involves the removal of an entire breast?
• What is the wound classification for a ruptured appendix that requires delayed primary closure?
• Which stapling device is used for end anastomosis in a low anterior anastomosis?
• Which instrument is likely used by a general surgeon to cut the serosa during an abdominal surgery?
• What does capnography measure in surgical patients on mechanical ventilation?
• What should a CST do after passing off saline for irrigation during a pelvic exenteration?
• During surgery, when passing instruments to the surgeon, the CST should be focused on what?
• What is the primary indication for performing a renal transplantation?
• What must be done to a Doppler probe before using it in a sterile field?
• What surgical procedure reduces the stomach by 75%, leading to significant weight loss?
• In the context of wound healing, which type of suture is typically absorbed by the body over time?
• In a surgical procedure, why is it crucial to pay attention to the mayo stand?
• What instrument is necessary after drilling an initial hole to assist with screw insertion in orthopedic surgery?
• Which of the following procedures involves the removal of a portion of a breast?
• What surgical procedure is indicated when lung decortication is needed?
• Which procedure is performed on a patient with micrognathia?
• Which of the following is a passive warming technique that should not be used intra-operatively to prevent hypothermia?
• What is the primary safety concern regarding electrosurgical plume?
• What condition is characterized as stenosing tenosynovitis with pain over the radial styloid?
• What is a potential indication for a myomectomy procedure?
• What device is typically used to maintain exposure during abdominal surgeries?
• Which of the following instruments is primarily used in vascular surgeries?
• What type of surgical incision is commonly used for an open cholecystectomy?
• After inserting a mouth gag for a tonsillectomy, what is the next step?
• Which of the following is NOT a common complication of harvesting an autologous bone graft from the iliac crest?
• What is the surgical approach for a simple perineal prostatectomy?
• What surgical approach is preferred for male patients with benign prostatic hypertrophy who require an open procedure?
• Which of the following is the best suture type for closure of the dermal/subcutaneous layer of the skin?
• During a carotid endarterectomy, what instrument would the surgeon most likely need after using a #11 blade to make an incision?
• Which clamp is specifically designed for use on bowel tissue such as the colon?
• What is the proper name for the retractor often referred to as a Sweetheart retractor used in abdominal surgery?
• Which aspect of patient care is crucial when using high-energy instruments in surgery?
• An Anterior-Posterior repair refers to a procedure used to correct which conditions?
• Which of the following is not typically used during spine surgery?
• Which of the following incisions can be used to access the appendix?
• Which type of incision is typically used for a standard appendectomy?
• Which elevator is most commonly used during spine surgeries?
• What is the most common method used for processing a specimen?
• What is the correct definition of osteomyelitis?
• What is one of the risks associated with electrosurgical equipment?
• What is an important consideration when using electrosurgery in the OR?
• What is the name of an antagonist pharmacological agent that is administered systemically?
• What surgical procedure assists in diagnosing conditions by viewing structures in the chest?
• How should Avitene be passed to the surgeon for intra-operative hemostasis?
• What type of retractor is most commonly used in spinal surgeries?
• Which surgical position will contribute to decreased venous return and hypotension when the legs are rapidly lowered?
• Where does the surgical team member manipulating the camera usually stand during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
• Which handheld retractor is typically used on breast tissue during a mastectomy?
• Which of the following instruments will be used for wound resection?
• In ACL reconstruction with a human donor graft, which term is used for the graft?
• During a keratoplasty, what type of suture is likely to be used by the ophthalmologist?
• Which artery supplies arterial blood to the gall bladder?
• Which of the following needle holders is specifically used with sternal wires?
• What is the primary purpose of a cardiac catheterization?
• What is the classification of a wound that is old and was contaminated prior to a procedure?
• Which medication should a CST prepare for most vascular cases?
• What hemostatic agent should be available on the sterile field during orthopedic procedures to control bleeding from bony prominences?
• During a laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication, what dilator does the surgeon typically request to be inserted into the throat?
• What is a primary advantage of laparoscopic procedures over open laparotomy?
• Which of the following surgical approaches might be used in order to perform a tubaligation?
• Which instrument is commonly used for decompressing the gallbladder during cholecystectomy?
• What stage of labor begins with the birth of the infant and ends with the delivery of the placenta?
• What is the main goal of a surgical technologist during a procedure?
• During which procedure will excess skin be removed from the neck and face?
• The surgeon is closing an abdominal incision and needs a retention suture. Which of the following sutures would be most likely used?
• Open cholecystectomy requires a right subcostal incision. What is the name of this incision?
• What medication is administered to prevent spasms of the saphenous vein after harvesting for coronary bypass grafting?
• What type of skin incision is typically made for a patient undergoing thyroidectomy?
• Select the statement that accurately describes correct positioning for a patient in the left lateral kidney position.
• Another name for Shirodkar's Procedure is?
• During which surgical procedure is the use of a bone graft most likely?
• Where is core temperature monitored during long cardiac surgeries?
• For patients diagnosed with bladder malignancy, what surgical procedure is performed to maintain urinary continuity?
• In the case of a patient with a tympanic membrane injury from an explosion, what procedure is indicated?
• What position provides the best visualization during a hemorrhoidectomy?
• What type of suture material is commonly used for skin closure due to its non-reactive properties?
• What is the primary goal when preparing a patient for surgery?
• How is intra-op hypotension defined?
• What is the correct composition of the tumescent solution used in an endoscopic brow lift?
• What is the route of drug administration used mostly in the operating room by the anesthesiologist?
• What is the role of a surgical technologist (ST) during a procedure involving implants?
• Which of the following accurately describes a feature of bipolar electrocautery?
• If a surgeon requests a suture size but is unclear, what size is she likely to require for abdominal wall repair?
• Which of the following is located in the retroperitoneal space?
• What is the safest means of changing a blade frequently during a procedure?
• Which structures form Calot's triangle?
• What key characteristic differentiates a chromic suture?
• What type of sutures are preferred for anastomosing blood vessels?
• During a laparoscopic procedure, which is the main advantage of using carbon dioxide for insufflation?
• The posterior portion of the prostate gland is covered by which membranous tissue layer?
• Which characteristic defines cervical effacement during labor and delivery?
• After performing a C-section, the surgeon discovers a hole in the bowel. Which abdominal retractor should be requested?
• Which instrument is typically used to grasp the cervix during a vaginal hysterectomy?
• What is the laser that produces a visible blue-green beam that is absorbed by red-brown pigmented tissue?
• In what situation is a frozen section typically required?
• When handing off the drapes to the surgeon prior to incision, what should the CST do?
• When should the surgical technologist cauterize a vessel during surgery?
• When may a specimen be passed to the circulator?
• What is the ideal vessel used for a triple or quadruple coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)?
• How should surgical technologists pass instruments to the surgeon?
• What procedure is scheduled for a congenital defect where the hard palate fails to fuse during fetal development?
• In the event of excessive bleeding during a total knee arthroplasty, what should the surgical technologist be prepared to hand the surgeon?
• What is the recommended depth for chest compressions during CPR?
• The Pringle Maneuver is employed to control bleeding from which abdominal organ?
• In which part of the pancreas does pancreatic cancer most commonly occur?
• During a CABG, which vessel is harvested and used as a pedicle graft for the bypass?
• In cases involving the biliary tract, spleen, or pancreas, which instrument should the CST have ready for the surgeon?
• Which procedure involves the removal of mucosa from the maxillary sinus?
• What type of suturing technique is often used in skin closure?
• What surgical procedure should the surgical tech be prepared for if a patient experiences a laryngospasm during intubation?
• During an end-to-end anastomosis of the intestine, which layer is closed last?
• What type of instrument must be applied with caution due to a risk of ignition in laparoscopic surgeries?
• Which of the following is a possible role of a CST during a code blue?
• What type of mastectomy leaves the skin and nipple intact?
• The procedure done to provide a diagnosis of coronary artery disease is called what?
• What is the preferred method to control significant bleeding during an open appendectomy after a McBurney incision?
• While performing a pneumonectomy, what should the CST pass to the surgeon after identifying the vagus nerve?
• Which drape should be available for an ophthalmic procedure?
• Which suction tip is preferred for a tympanoplasty?
• What is the Cloward technique primarily associated with?
• Which of the following is NOT a treatment for cholelithiasis?
• What document is a necessary and legal part of the operative record besides the operative record itself?
• Which of the following procedures involves the removal of the proximal gastrointestinal tract?
• Which retractor is used exclusively in OB/GYN cases?
• Which procedure requires the use of a flexible endoscope?
• What ophthalmic instrument is used to grasp the eyelid for the purpose of exposing a chalazion?
• Which structure will be preserved during a total thyroidectomy?
• What term is used to refer to a hernia when both a direct and indirect hernia is present?
• What should be applied to an extremity before inflating the tourniquet during surgery?
• The Gibson incision is commonly used for which type of procedure?
• After which surgical procedure might a drainage tube be placed to prevent fluid accumulation?
• What type of fracture is characterized by the bone being bent but not broken completely?
• What type of graft is ideally used for tympanoplasty?
• What is the primary purpose of a cholangiogram during gallbladder surgery?
• How should sentinel nodes be passed from the surgical technologist to the circulator?
• What angle are the ends of a graft trimmed during an aortofemoral bypass?
• What type of drainage procedure may be performed in cases of perforated diverticulitis?
• Which cranial nerve is associated with vestibular schwannoma resection?
• Which type of hernia is most often found extending into the scrotum in males?
• Which tool is used for the proper handling of sentinel nodes during surgery?
• Which complication is a surgeon trying to avoid during a myomectomy?
• Which of these options is considered as part of surgical site preparation for a laparoscopic procedure?
• A patient diagnosed with PAD will commonly experience which symptom?
• Which of the following statements is true about the usage of an automated external defibrillator (AED)?
• What condition is primarily treated by an acromioplasty?
• Pancreatectomy is often done in conjunction with which of the following procedures?
• What is one of the greatest advantages of incorporating a Da Vinci Robotic System in surgery?
• Which of the following curettes is used to remove cerumen?
• Which type of suture should be used for vessel closure during a carotid endarterectomy?
• What is the definition of a cystocele?
• What type of retractor is typically used to aid in exposure during a Pfannenstiel incision in a C-section?
• Which incision is commonly used to access the pancreas in a Whipple procedure?
• What is a common procedure to treat an incompetent cervix?
• What is a likely consequence if a coronary artery ruptures following a cardiac procedure?
• A Ronguer is considered what type of instrument?
• Which of the following best describes the anesthesia record's role in the operative record?
• What is the purpose of the Pringle Maneuver?
• What is the common term for the surgical procedure involving removal of the gallbladder?
• What complication might arise from improper positioning of a patient during surgery?
• Which is the correct order of layers in the closure of abdominal wounds from inside to outside?
• What is the key skill a CST must possess for the intra-op phase of surgical case management?
• Which incision is considered the best approach and visualization for an open cholecystectomy?
• When managing surgical specimens, what technique is crucial for the handoff to the circulator?
• What serious complication should the CST prepare for when assisting on a myomectomy?
• What is the medical term for the failure of the duct connecting the pulmonary artery to the aorta to close after birth?
• Which hormone should the surgical technologist anticipate preparing during a C-section?
• Which complication is addressed by covering the X-ray cassette with a sterile cover during surgery?
• Who is responsible for preparing and labeling a specimen for pathology?
• Which of the following describes a characteristic of plain tissue forceps?
• During an open appendectomy, after using a hemostat, what should the scrub technician do next?
• Which retractor is commonly used in vaginal hysterectomy procedures?
• During a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), what should a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) have ready for immediate use?
• When administering CPR on an adult, what is the recommended depth of chest compressions?
• In which of the following circumstances would the use of the cell-saver be contraindicated?
• What is an Omphalocele?
• What is the primary goal of using a skin graft?
• What equipment is used to remove a cataract using ultrasonic vibration and aspiration?
• What procedure involves the replacement of a joint?
• What is referred to as separating tissue without causing injury to the surrounding structures?
• In laparoscopic surgeries, what is a common tool used for visualizing the surgical area?
• What type of dressing is usually applied following a major surgical procedure to assist in wound healing?
• What special supply must the surgical technician ensure is available during an exploratory laparotomy with possible draining of the common bile duct?
• Which instrument should the surgical tech prepare for an above the knee amputation?
• What device is used to assess pedal pulses after a femoropopliteal bypass?
• What is a common device used to control bleeding during surgery?
• Which agent can be administered in the perioperative period to reverse the anticoagulation effects of heparin?
• Eye inflammation caused by a foreign body stuck in a meibomian gland is referred to as?
• What procedure is performed to remove a stricture at the urethral meatus?
• During a total hip arthroplasty, which components are specifically replaced?
• During a lumbar laminectomy, which hemostatic agent is best for controlling bleeding from vertebral bone?
• What does decortication of the lung involve?
• A beach chair attachment is most commonly used in which type of surgical procedure?
• During which procedure might an Argyle shunt be used?
• Patients requiring hemodialysis need to have what procedure performed?
• The ST is scrubbed in on an Incision and Drainage of an abscess on the left thigh. How should the ST anticipate the surgeon would close and dress the wound?
• What whisk-like retractor is used to retract lung tissue?
• What is the procedure called that treats opacity of the crystalline lens through a small incision?
• During ORIF, after the surgeon uses a drill and drill guide to drill the first hole, what is the next step?
• When a patient is scheduled for an exploratory laparotomy, what is the primary goal of the procedure?
• Which stapling device delivers two rows of double staple lines and has the ability to transect tissue between the staple lines with a blade?
• Who is primarily responsible for monitoring implants on the surgical field during a procedure?
• What is the best way for a scrub tech to change contaminated sterile attire during surgery?
• Which incision is most commonly associated with an open pyelolithotomy?
• When tumors are present on the head of the pancreas, which surgical procedure is typically performed?
• In which of the following procedures would a T-tube be used?
• What type of incision is used for an excisional biopsy of a centrally located breast mass?
• In a thoracotomy for a lung wedge resection, which instrument is used to grasp the lung tissue?
• Which procedure is most associated with nosocomial infection?
• What type of device can assess the heart rhythm and deliver a shock if needed?
• Which retractor should be available when the surgeon has made an incision for an anterior cervical discectomy?
• What is the primary purpose of irrigation during a gastrointestinal re-anastomosis?
• What stapler is most regularly used for anastomosis in a simple bowel resection?
• Which suture material is not suitable for attaching tendon to bone?
• What differentiates bipolar cautery from monopolar cautery in surgical procedures?
• Which of the following is an advantage of a paramedian vertical abdominal incision compared to a median vertical abdominal incision?
• What is the vascular tissue that supplies blood to the duodenum and jejunum?
• When passing medications during an intra-operative procedure, what should the Surgical Technologist do?
• Which of the following procedures would be recommended for a patient diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
• Preparing the operating room for a breast reconstruction with a microvascular free flap, how many setups would there be?
• What is the role of a CST in a surgical team?
• Which position should anesthesia and ST place the patient for a colonoscopy?
• During surgery, what is the correct procedure for maintaining the sterile field?
• What is the primary function of a Charnley retractor?
• What complication should a CST report if they notice a break in asepsis caused by the surgeon?
• When an abdominal aortic aneurysm has ruptured, which of the following is the procedure of choice to repair the tear?
• Which of the following is used during cardiovascular and thoracic procedures to open and trim vessels?
• What type of scissors should be provided for cutting the patellar tendon during a knee amputation?
• What is one common sign that a patient may have a pterygium?
• What solution should be prepared on the sterile field for a tuboplasty?
• A patient has been scheduled for a metaiodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) study. What pathology does it aim to confirm or rule out?
• Which of the following decreases the risk of disease transmission from sharps-related injuries?
• What instrument should the surgical technologist have available for a total hip arthroplasty when the surgeon is ready to start the opening and expose the femoral canal?
• What is the preferred instrument used during a laminectomy procedure?
• What should the CST do just prior to wound closure?
• Which instrument is needed to smooth the surface of the patella during a knee arthroscopy?
• Which procedure is suitable for a pregnant woman experiencing an incompetent cervix?
• What is the correct ratio of compressions to ventilations for CPR in infants if there is only one rescuer?
• For a total hip arthroplasty, which self-retaining retractor should the surgical technologist have ready?
• If axillary nodes are taken during breast surgery, the long thoracic nerve may be damaged. This will lead to a:
• What small self-retaining instrument is commonly used in hand surgery?
• What types of surgical sponges are most commonly used for hemostasis during an exploratory laparotomy?
• What term describes a tract leading from a point of infection to a point of eruption outside the body?
• Which of the following procedures carries the risk of developing post-op pelvic floor weakness?
• What serious condition occurs due to excessive pressure buildup inside a muscle?
• What is an important monitoring parameter for a patient undergoing major surgery?
• Where is cyanoacrylate adhesive use contraindicated?
• During an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, which instrument should the surgical technologist provide if the surgeon needs to grasp a vessel?
• Which of the following procedures involves the removal of the urinary bladder?
• Which surgical procedure would be indicated for a patient experiencing hyperthyroidism requiring a thyroidectomy?
• What procedure involves the excision of a hepatocellular tumor?
• A Wilm's tumor affects which abdominal organ in pediatric patients?
• What is the primary purpose of using Webril before applying a cast?
• What is the primary goal of using a purse string suture during surgery?
• Which of the following self-retaining retractors would be used to provide optimal exposure to the abdominal viscera?
• For what reason is a cross-clamp used during surgical procedures?
• A stapedectomy requires the use of what equipment?
• Which surgical procedure would require the use of Jorgensen scissors?
• Which incision is known for its versatility and is frequently used for various abdominal surgeries?
• Which of the following fractures involves the piercing of bone through the skin?
• Which of the following procedures involves the removal of an intra-abdominal organ?
• For which ophthalmic procedure is a trephine needed?
• Which stage of general anesthesia is associated with excitement and may lead to laryngospasm?
• In what order should a closing count be performed?
• When the surgeon asks for silence while performing a laparotomy, what type of instrument should the surgical technologist be prepared to pass?
• What is the most common site for harvesting an autologous bone graft?
• What should be done immediately after a blood vessel is clamped during surgery?
• If a surgical technologist contaminates their glove during a procedure, what is the appropriate technique for replacing it?
• What type of dressing should be available after a skin graft procedure?
• What item should a CST have on the sterile field for surgeries that involve potential blood loss?
• To diagnose retinal detachment, which surgical procedure is commonly performed?
• A patient suffering from stress incontinence may undergo what procedure?
• If a patient becomes unresponsive, what is the maximum amount of time that should be spent checking their pulse?
• Which of the following items is typically not considered a counted item during surgery?
• During a vaginal hysterectomy, which nerve is at risk for injury due to inappropriate placement of retractors?
• During which type of surgery is a drain typically placed postoperatively?
• Which procedure is commonly used to treat deep vein thrombosis?
• What type of procedure is being performed when a surgeon requests a Fogarty catheter to remove plaque from a blood vessel?
• Which of the following items is typically counted intra-op?
• Which procedure involves the passage of a small camera through the distal gastrointestinal tract?
• Which statement accurately describes a kidney transplant from a live donor?
• What does a pelvic exenteration involve?
• When is the most appropriate time to initiate the first closing count during a surgical procedure?
• Which of the following surgical procedures would require a dressing after closure?
• What procedure will sever the nerve roots in the spinal cord to offer long-lasting low back pain relief?
• What is the primary concern if the long thoracic nerve is damaged during axillary node dissection?
• Which procedure involves a surgeon entering the pleural space?
• What is the primary purpose of performing arthroscopy of the knee?
• Which diagnostic test is a good predictor of blood flow to the lower extremities in a high risk DVT patient?
• What is one of the greatest means of gaining thermal hemostasis during a surgical procedure?
• Which retractor is specifically used during obstetric or gynecological procedures?
• Which of the following procedures involves the evaluation of the most distal portions of the gastrointestinal tract?
• Which retractor should a CST have ready for an open appendectomy?
• Where should epinephrine 1:1,000 be placed during a tympanoplasty?
• Which retractor is most commonly used in liver surgeries?
• Which suture technique is commonly used to bury the appendiceal stump after an appendectomy?
• In surgical practice, what is the importance of maintaining a sterile field?
• What type of incision will be used for access to the gall bladder if a laparoscopic cholecystectomy must be converted to an open procedure?
• In which position should the surgical bed be placed for better visualization during a hysterectomy?
• What is a significant hazard posed by laparoscopic instrumentation in the operating room?
• In Basic Life Support (BLS), how often should you give ventilation breaths to an adult patient who is not breathing but still has a pulse?
• If the surgeon needs to obtain a biopsy of cerebral tissue through a bur hole, which needle should the surgical technologist acquire?
• What is papaverine used for in surgical practice?
• Which procedure is performed to correct a weakened bladder?
• What is the best method for estimating fluid loss during surgery?
• What is the minimum distance a sterile field should be kept from an unsterile x-ray machine?
• What is the main purpose of a pulse oximeter during surgery?
• During surgery, what should the surgical team do if a drape has a hole?
• Which of the following physiological changes must the CST remember when assisting with procedures involving geriatric patients?
• What are the suspensory breast ligaments called?
• Which technique utilizes a guidewire for placement of a catheter?
• During a thyroidectomy, which structure must be identified to avoid complications?
• What is used during obstetrical or perineal surgery involving the injection of anesthetic into the subarachnoid space?
• What accurately describes a placenta previa in relation to Cesarean sections?
• What is the primary goal of a Burch procedure?
• Which of the following bladder catheters has a small, curved tip designed to maneuver around an enlarged prostate?
• What is the primary purpose of a cholecystostomy during gallbladder surgery?
• What does the term 'cross-clamp' refer to in surgical procedures?
• What type of suture is typically chosen to close the uterus during a C-section?
• Which guideline is critical when using a laser during surgical procedures?
• Which solution is commonly used to distend the uterus during a hysteroscopy?
• During a lumbar laminectomy, which retractor would require a Kerlix?
• Which technique is typically avoided during the maintenance of sterility for urinary catheter insertion?
• Which retractor is typically used in abdominal surgeries to hold back the abdominal wall?
• Which type of surgical procedure is classified as Class III (contaminated)?
• What should be ensured when performing a laparoscopic procedure regarding CO2 insufflation?
• What is the primary concern when using cautery during surgery?
• When assisting with holding the camera in a laparoscopic procedure, what is the most important factor to consider?
• Which surgery involves the removal of the entire thyroid parenchyma?
• For which procedure must a CST wear a lead apron and thyroid shield?
• Which of the following procedures will require a frozen section to be sent off to Pathology?
• Which instruments and supplies should be isolated due to contamination during an open appendectomy?