#2 Flashcards
Which of the following is NOT one of the three regions of a tooth?
Socket
What is the name of the long, thin, cupped, pistol-grip type handled forceps used in many nasal procedures?
Takahashi
The fallepian tubes are lecated bilaterally in the mesosalpinx of which uterine-pelvie ligaments?
Broad ligament
Which national membership organization’s Hous of Delegates proposed the creation of the Association of Operating Room Technicians (AORT) in 1969?
AORN
Rapid serial film changers and pressure injeetors are used in which diagnostic imaging study?
Angiogram
What does the adrenal medulla secrete?
catecholamines
Which organization would employees of the central sterile processing department likely join as members?
IAHCSMM
What is another term used for diagnostic isotope scanning?
Nuclear medicine
What is the name of the horseshoe or pin fixation device for neurosurgical cranial positioning?
Mayfield
In general, after what length of continuous pneumatic tourniquet use should the extremity be allowed to reperfuse before reinflating the tourniquet?
One hour
What is the appropriate method for delivering a sterile item to the back table from a peel package?
Open package laterally and completely; gently toss item without touching glued edge or going over back table.
What is the appropriate method for delivering a sterile item to the back table from a peel package?
Open package laterally and completely; gently toss item without touching glued edge or going over back table.
Which of the following is NOT a region of the panereas?
Capsule
What is a vascular imaging technique that removes the background structures from view is refereed to as?
Digital subtraction
What type of professional would have DO or DPM after his or her name?
Doctor
What type of professional would have DO or DPM after his or her name?
Doctor
Which of the following is NOT a source of pewer for surgical powered instruments?
Solar
Which blood type is considered the universal recipient?
AB
Which of the paranasal sinuses are MOST superior and can be singular er divided?
Frontal
How are most drugs absorbed by the body?
Passive transport
Which injury would be treated prior to shock in an emergency situation?
Chest injury
During which crisis should a patients groin and armpits have ice applied?
Malignant Hyperthermia
How many individuals are required to safely transfer a recently anesthetized patient from the OR table to the stretcher?
4
Which of the following names represents an eye speculum that resembles an uncoiled metal paper clip?
Barraquer
Which muscle is incised in transverse abdominal approaches for gynecologic procedures?
Bifurcated drains and fluffy dressings are used following mastectomy primarily to
Why are items disinfected or sterilized in activated glutaraldehyde dried prior to submersion
Which of the following national agencies is an arm of the CDC and functions under the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services to research and establish permissible exposure limits for chemical vapors and gases?
NIOSH
The part of the complete ESU circuit that delivers alternating current back from exposed tissue to the ESU generator is the:
pt return electrode (grounding pad)
What is the abbreviation for the sets of references that provide information about all potentially hazardous chemicals used in the perioperative setting and must be accessible to health care workers?
Which patient condition might be characterized by physical appearance of flat nasal bridge and short neck with some impairment of cognitive ability and growth, slower speech, and an affectionate to clingy persona?
down syndrome
Which of the following is NOT a compartment of the bony labyrinth of the inner ear?
Which type of consent applies when emergency circumstances exist when reasonable providers believe that a patient would agree to treatment, even if no form was signed or verbal permission given?
implied
Which type of drug is used to treat possible postoperative nausea and vomiting
antiemetic
Which of the following is a glass or plastic evacuator used to remove tissue and debris during
TURP?
Ellik
Which of the following would be increased on a serum analysis and indicative of a malignant neoplasm of bone marrow?
overproduction of immunoglobulins
Which of the following is a substance that is derived from tropical trees and that patients and health care workers may be highly allergic to?
latex
Which diagnostic method provides the MOST extensive details regarding valvular disorders?
Which instrument is used frequently in arthroscopies to examine and manipulate internal structures?
What is the chemical and physiological classification of insulin?
hormone
Which fascial sheet is attached to the iliac crest, linea alba, and pubis?
What distance from the impact site of a laser beam on tissue should the smoke evacuator be positioned to capture 98% of the plume?
1 cm
Where are the parathyroid glands located in relation to the thyroid?
The hepatic and splenic flexures are located proximally and distally in which part of the large intestine?
transverse
What kind of wound is a sacral decubitus ulcer
chronic
Part of a physical examination in which touch is used externally or internally to determine size, shape, or abnormality uses which method of examination?
palpation
Which of the following is a weighted vaginal speculum
auvard
Hallus valgus is a condition in which there is a turning outward from the midline found in the great toe
What is the procedure name for the removal of fibroid tumors if the uterus with the preservation of fertility
What term for legal right of an author or photographer over the reproduction of original work
copyright
An assistant may be needed to properly perform which type of surgical skin prep?
circumferential extremity
How long should a person performing disaster triage take to categorize patients for treatment?
1 minute or less
Which of the following legislative rulings requires medical facilities to inform patients of their rights to choose the types and extent of medical care available and their legal right to advance directives?
Patient self-determination act
Which gynecologic procedure is performed for treatment of urinary incontinence or cystocele?
What is another name for the innominate artery?
brachiocephalic
What term describes an instrument, such as a retractor or uterine probe, that can be bent or modified to accommodate for variances in anatomy?
malleable
Cryptorchidism is more commonly known as:
undescended testicles
An elevated serum PSA exam might prompt the additional investigation of a(n):
Which of the following would MOST likely be the cause of a patient burn from alternate exit pathway of ESU current?
Which position would facilitate exposure of the operative area during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
reverse trendelenburg with slight tilt to the L
Which epidermal stratum is present only on the palms of hands and soles of feet
Lucidum
What does sister callista roy define as “all conditions, circumstances, and influences that surround and affect the development and behavior of the person”
environment
What is the term for a single alternating current cycle
hertz
What term describes the palmar surface of the hand
volar
All of the following are locations for incision in augmentation mammoplasty EXCEPT:
subclavicular
Flank, Gibson, inguinal, and scrotal are examples of:
operative approaches
Split-thickness skin grafts are used to cover which type of burned tissue?
denuded areas of third-degree burns
Which of the following statements regarding generally safe continuous tourniquet inflation time is CORRECT:
lower extremity = 1 hr; upper extremity = 1 hr
Which of the following statements regarding hair removal is INCORRECT
Which type of ventilation system provides a supply of clean air and reduces contaminants and fumes from the OR?
In which procedure would the procerus and corrugator muscles be ablated, avulsed, resected, or separated?
What is the anatomical area where cerebrospinal fluid circulates over all parts of the central nervous system?
What is used to close the epidermal layer when a subcuticular wound closure has been done for good cosmesis
skin closure tapes
What is the name for the type of hernia in which both direct and indirect defects are present
pantaloon
Which of the following diagnosis is currently used in most jurisdiction of the world to define a state of irreversible death
Which of the following involves the highest portion of the midface and presents the most extensive damage?
Le Fort lll
The term C-arm refers to an
fluoroscopic machine
where do most intracranial aneurysms occur
Extreme caution should be exercised when using which of the following for localized anesthesia of fingers, toes, or the penis, or in neonates?
epinephrine
What type of bone is the patella?
sesamoid
Which of the following terms represents a positive physical and psychological state of a patient?
chrondroma, giant cell, and osteoma are
benign neoplasms
A person with only basic physiological functions of respiration, blood pressure, and heartbeat intact is categorized as having suffered which kind of death?
higher brain
The patient statement “ I know I will be in a better place” is part of:
the acceptance stage of grief
Aken, Chevron, McKeever, Keller, and McBride are techniques for which lower extremity procedure?
Which vascular device is double-lumened for administration of chemotherapy, antibiotic therapy, and IV fluids?
Which type of syringe has no calibrations?
What is a common potential side effect of all forms of antibiotic therapy for major pediatric infections?
pseudomembranous enterocolitis
Which anesthetic method helps reduce the anxiety and stress experienced by pediatric surgical patients
What type of life-support treatment would be considered ultimately futile and its benefits far outweighed by the financial and emotional burden suffered by the family and health care
system?
Which type of suture would be contraindicated for attaching tendon to bone?
polyglactin 910 (vicryl)
Following lung transplantation, the surgeon will perform which procedure to aspirate secretions and check for leaks
bronchoscopy
Which of the following is NOT one of the “five stages of grief”
repression
Which type of hernia occurs below the abdominocrural crease and more frequently in females
femoral
Which of the following cleaning methods for surgical instrumentation relies on bubbles imploding, creating a vacuum that dislodge minute particles in crevices of instruments
ultrasonic cleaner
Which suturing technique maintains the aortic and venous cannulae?
What is the name for the first lymph node in the axillary chain that is frequently biopsied in conjunction with a breast biopsy, lumpectomy, or mastectomy?
What procedure is performed for penile carcinoma resistant to chemotherapy or radiation?
What is the name of the structure that is a small depression containing only cones and has the highest visual acuity?
Which acute infection appears in bony air cells after approximately 10 to 14 days following an otitis media infection, and if untreated, it may result in meningitis or encephalitis?
Which muscle attaches to the coronoid process of the ramus?
In a common adage, what is the “best medicine” in health care?
Which classification of antibiotics is contraindicated for use in neonates due to increased incidence of kernicterus?
Clinical death begins how many minutes after the cessation of heart action and breathing:
All of the following are examples of tissue interaction with laser light energy EXCEPT:
Lung tissue has what kind of consistency?
Which of the following statements is CORRECT regarding anatomical changes following pelvic exenteration?
Fiducials placed on bony landmarks are used in which type of neurosurgical procedure?
Which of the following neurosurgical retractors has attachments for malleable brain spatulas and retractors?
Which tendon is the thickest and strongest in the body?
In normal blood gas ranges, arterial oxygen saturation should be at or near what percentage range of capacity?
Magnesium, calcium, and zine come from which drug source?
In which procedure are the esophagus, carotid artery, and trachea retracted medially for access to the area of pathology?
Which type of sterile drape is commonly used for oral and maxillofacial procedures?
Which of the following might be used for stabilization in a Dupuytren’s contracture release if an assistant is unavailable?
In which of the following procedures would sutures most likely NOT be necessary?
“Bowel technique” refers to steps used by the surgical team to prevent postoperative:
What color is the abnormal tissue after staining with acetic acid in a cervical biopsy?
Which specialist would likely have privileges to surgically treat diseases of the breast, hepatobiliary and gastrointestinal systems, and thyroid gland?
Which anatomical structure is the largest mass of lymphatic tissue in the body?
spleen
For which procedure would the gynecologist likely wear surgical loupes?
tubal reanastomosis
Which distention fluid is nonelectrolytic and will lyse malignant tumor cells because of cellular uptake?
A surgical technologist working in a Veteran’s Administration
(VA) facility might frequently encounter patients with which of the following conditions?
Which of the following legal terms is BEST described as
“professional misconduct that results in harm to another”?
The best assurance of safe and individual professional behavior by the CST or CSFA is a well-developed, unyielding:
Which of the following is the mnemonic used to remember the steps for operating a fire extinguisher?
PASS
Which of the following is an acute, emergent condition of compression of neural and vascular structures, usually occurring in the upper and lower extremities following traumatic fractures?
Coral would be classified as what type of graft material?
To achieve the goal of leaving as little foreign material in a wound, the ideal suture selected should have:
Which diagnostic study provides the most detailed information for surgical planning in AAA repair?
Which statement regarding instrument counts is CORRECT?
Which of the following pertains to a patient’s wishes about medical treatment and self-determination in the event of incapacitation or inability to communicate?
Which procedure is performed for tx of sleep apnea
What is the chemical name of Gore-Tex suture?
The physical or chemical process by which all living microorganisms, including spores, are killed is:
During an anaphylactic reaction, the surgical team must maintain the airway and provide supplemental oxygen or the patient may die of:
What is the minimum number of suction systems or units required in an operating room?
Which department would provide services for repair of broken equipment or to do routine preventive checks?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the anatomy of the vulva?
What would be the exposure phase time for an unwrapped instrument set with some lumens in a prevacuum/dynamic air removal steam autoclave?
A patient undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer might experience prolonged wound healing due to:
Which of the following is a pharmacologic agent that constricts the pupil of the eye?
In adults, red bone marrow that produces red blood cells is mainly found in which type(s) of bone?
Which towel is placed first when squaring off the operative site?
What is a common component of many contrast media that may be a contraindication for use in allergic patients?
Weitlaner, O’Connor-O’Sullivan, and Balfour are examples of:
What are the operative mortality rates of patients with unruptured AAA scheduled for elective repair
Which bone is involved in a Colles’ fracture?
radius
Which type of fracture is characterized as partial and may result from activities such as jumping or jogging?
How much memory does a computer with a gigabyte (GB) capacity hold?
What are the serrations of DeBakey and Cooley vascular instruments considered to be?
What is a common surgical approach for Colles’ fracture?
Which component of an arthroscopy system is specific to orthopedics and differs from most laparoscopy/MIS systems?
Through which hospital department or committee would the certified surgical first assistant (CSFA) submit a request for privileges to work in the operating room?
Which part of the kidney becomes the proximal ureter?
What is a commonly used rib self-retaining retractor available in adult and pediatric sizes?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pubovaginal or suburethral sling?
Why would two separate setups be required for an immediate reconstruction following mastectomy?
DIC leads to the consumption of coagulation factors and
Which member of the U.S. government makes a federal disaster declaration and mobilizes FEMA?
Which type of gland is found only in the ear canal and is responsible for creation of ear wax?
Which of the following tunica is NOT part of the structure of an artery?
Which of the following is an inward turning of the eyelid with resulting corneal irritation?
Which of the following surgical team members would be primarily responsible for maintaining the patient’s operative record and transporting the patient to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)?
Which method of tubal ligation (sterilization) is most frequently used?
Which instrument is used in TURP or TURBT and includes the sheath, obturator, working element, and ESU loops?
What is another name for the first cervical vertebra (C-1)?
Surgical removal of the entire breast without any lymph nodes is a(n):
What is the name of the gelatin-like fluid that fills the posterior cavity of the eye?
What chronically occurring condition is often the reason for placement of myringotomy tubes in one or both ears?
otitis media
What is another term for spinal anesthesia?
In what way can the surgical technologist who is setting up his or her back table and Mayo stand reduce an 18-month-old patient’s anxiety prior to induction of anesthesia?
Perform normal duties of preparation of the sterile field, keeping as quiet as possible for induction.
Which of the following terms describes a life-threatening condition if not immediately treated?
In which of the following abdominal incisions would the linea alba be opened down to the peritoneum?
What is the name of the device used to test the blood of patients with diabetes for metabolic status?
Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate method of performing a surgical scrub/skin preparation?
What is the first step in the formation of an atheroma?
Which instrument is a rib shear?
A T-tube or wound drain left in place following laparoscopic cholecystectomy would MOST likely exit through:
How will the surgeon manipulate skin edges of a wound before the surgical technologist places an approximating skin staple?
If a patient suffered a burn as a result of improper application of the ESU dispersive (grounding) pad, the individual team member responsible may be found guilty in a lawsuit of which of the following?
Which of the following is/are NOT included in operative vital sign measurements?
What is the common diagnosis of a patient undergoing transurethral resection of the prostate?
Wilson, Andrews, and Hall frames are examples of positioning devices used for:
Which type of laser has a wavelength that creates a bright blue-green visible light within a plasma tube?
Intraoperative fluoroscopy for cholangiography would require which of the following?
What is the term for the process of removing necrotic tissue or eschar prior to skin grafting?
For which special patient population group would the help of a counselor or social worker who could communicate the current state of mind or mood of the patient to the OR staff be of benefit to all parties involved?
What is done with the edge of the ilium that is brought out through the abdominal wall for stoma creation?
Which governmental agency has authority as outlined in the Safe Medical Device Act?
FDA
What does a mesh graft device do?
Which suture is frequently used for anastomosis of the saphenous vein or internal mammary artery in CABG?
Which of the following is the mnemonic used to remember the steps to take in the event of a surgical fire?
Which of the following naming categories for pharmaceutical drugs would NOT be used in a health care setting?
Which of the following is a commonly used method of preserving the heart by reducing its metabolic needs?
What is an important step for the surgical technologist to remember to perform when changing burs on a pneumatic drill?
Which two structures form the external tunic of the globe of the eye?
What is the name of the set of instruments used for anterior cervical diskectomy and fusion that includes retractors, spreaders, bone dowel cutters, impactors, and others?
Total abdominal hysterectomy is assigned which wound classification?
Class ll
Diabetes, vascular disorder, nerve damage, and trauma are all possible causes of:
Which surgical approach is used for repair of coarctation of the aorta and patent ductus arteriosus?
The skin incision for a thyroidectomy will follow which anatomical lines?
Which statement regarding the anatomical placement of the heart is CORRECT?
Which type of suture would MOST likely be used during a cleft lip repair?
The name of the condition created when pus is not cleared from the pleural cavity and makes a fibrous constrictive layer is:
Which procedure involves adjusting sutures after the patient has recovered completely from anesthesia, but within 24 hours?
Which handheld retractor is specifically designed for use in open cholecystectomy to elevate the liver?
Where is a Swan-Ganz catheter placed?
The pinna, helix, crus, and tragus are all portions of the:
Into which anatomical area of the abdomen will a transplated donor kidney be implanted?
Which of the following terms is used to describe surgical intervention that does not have to be performed immediately or within a short period of time, for example, a torn meniscus repair?
Personnel in CSPD who must move instruments from the ethylene oxide sterilizer to an aeration room should do which of the following with the cart to reduce their exposure to vented gases?
Which surgical procedure treats compression of the median nerve by a transverse ligament
When would a congenital facial deformity likely occur?
How long should the steam biological indicator be incubated before the reading is recorded?
By what action does a “cigarette” drain remove fluid from a wound?
Which of the following is a long bone that is the largest in the human body?
femur
Carpal and tarsal bones are classified as which type of bone?
Which of the following studies is a radiologic procedure in which contrast media is injected through a cystoscope
Which term describes a physician-group-owned hospital?
What is the term for an abnormal accumulation of serous fluid around the testis contained within the tunica vaginalis?
During triage of a chemical and nuclear disaster, victims are separated in order to contain the contamination. The warm zone
Which term describes the condition of a surgical technologist’s skin following skin prep?
Epistaxis is more commonly known as an acute:
ST and other allied health professionals in perioperative services usually work under the direction of which hospital administration director
Which of the following terms best describes the process of keeping thorough, accurate, and legal records of a patient’s medical care?
Which teeth are located in the center front of the mouth
Which of the following statements regarding peracetic acid sterilized items is CORRECT?
Which type of study would be used to diagnose sleep apnea
polysomnography
Which suction tip is designed with multiple rows of perforations to prevent occlusion by the intestines in a laparotomy?
poole
Which of the following thoracic procedures would require the patient to be put on cardiopulmonary bypass?
Dilation of the submucosal and subcutaneous venous plexus that lines the anal canal is called:
Under which muscle is the pocket for breast implant often created for greatest support?
Which one of the following is NOT one of the cardiac valves?
Which diagnostic study is MOST useful for verification of thoracic aortic dissection?
Which of the following is NOT a category of tonsil tissue?
Which diameter fixation screw would MOST likely be used for a fracture of the mandible?
Which of the following are classified as tonsils but are routinely referred to as adenoids and tend to atrophy with age?
Which of the following are used on tips of hemostats to prevent breaking of delicate monofilament suture when tagged
Which of the following are used on tips of hemostats to prevent breaking of delicate monofilament suture when tagged?
For a dilation and curettage (D&C), which of the following orders of instrument use is CORRECT for endometrial biopsy?
Cough syrups containing codeine would be placed in which classification of controlled substances?
What is another name for the ovarian suspensory ligament?
