day 3 cst review 1248
Bacteria that cannot live in the presence of oxygen are called __________. Select one: a. endotoxins b. aerobes c. anaerobes d. spores
c. anaerobes
A _______ suction device is used to remove the morcellated tissue. Select one: a. #12 Frazier b. #9 Yankauer c. #11 Taylor d. #10 Poole
a. #12 Frazier
Absence of pigment in skin: Select one: a. Albinism b. Erythroderma c. Xanthoderma d. Melanism e. Dermatitis
a. Albinism
______________ will contribute to the healing process of the surgical incision. Select one: a. All of the above b. Chronic disease c. Surgical technique d. Nutritional status
a. All of the above
_____________ is the removal of a fatty fibrotic plaque that develops in the intima layer of the arteries. Select one: a. Endarterectomy b. Angioplasty c. Embolectomy d. Thrombectomy
a. Endarterectomy
________ is an abnormal inversion of the lower eyelid. Select one: a. Entropion b. Nausea
a. Entropion
A ________ catheter is the most common catheter used during a surgical procedure for continuous drainage of the bladder. Select one: a. Foley b. straight
a. Foley
___________ blue dye is used to identify and trace anatomical structures during assessment. Select one: a. Methylene b. Endometriosis c. Fibroid d. Cystocele
a. Methylene
__________ is when health care professionals are required to comply with many types of regulations and rules, including those of their institution (school or health facility), state, and federal laws. Select one: a. Respect for rules, regulations, and law b. Consistency in character and behavior c. Personal integrity d. Discretion and tact
a. Respect for rules, regulations, and law
____________ is the process of restoring physiological balance in injury. Select one: a. Resuscitation b. Metabolic acidosis c. Hypothermia d. Hyperthermia
a. Resuscitation
Spelling Select the term that is spelled correctly: Select one: a. abscess b. abcess
a. abscess
Surgical gut sutures are packaged in a(n) ______________ solution. Select one: a. alcohol b. polybutelate c. saline d. sterile water
a. alcohol
The anterior space in front the lens and iris is called the __________. Select one: a. anterior chamber b. posterior chamber c. anterior cavity d. posterior cavity
a. anterior chamber
Only ________ are approved for use on skin and may be used for the surgical skin prep. Select one: a. antiseptics b. disinfectants
a. antiseptics
The submandibular gland may be removed because of ____________________. Select one: a. chronic infection (bacterial or viral), stone formation, or neoplasm (benign or malignant) b. hypotrophy, hypertrophy, or pain
a. chronic infection (bacterial or viral), stone formation, or neoplasm (benign or malignant)
Potentially lethal disorder of the normal blood clotting system in patients who survive the first hour after injury are at risk for which of the following of these conditions: Select one: a. coagulopathy b. hyperthermia c. hypothermia d. metabolic acidosis
a. coagulopathy
The elastic nature of the arteries allows them to _____ during systole and _____ during diastole to maintain vascular pressure. Select one: a. contract, relax b. relax, contract
a. contract, relax
A(n) _____________________ is a noninvasive procedure that uses ultrasound energy to demonstrate motion of the heart. Select one: a. echocardiograph (EEG) b. cardiac catheterization c. ultrasound study d. cardiac stress test
a. echocardiograph (EEG) (Ultrasound has many applications both intraoperatively and outside surgery. It is commonly used to obtain images of abdominal viscera and for pregnancy assessment. Images represent tissue density. The outline and internal density are identified by shades of black, white, or gray. When combined with the Doppler, it is used in vascular surgery to track the movement of blood and provide a screen image of velocity and viscosity. An intraoperative ultrasound probe is used to assess vascular structures and tissue density. Echocardiography is used in the same way to demonstrate motion of the heart.)
An orbital __________________ is generally performed to treat life-threatening cancers and infections, or to treat severe orbital pain and deformities. Select one: a. exenteration b. dacryocystorhinostomy
a. exenteration
A hernia arising from a weakness in the transversalis fascia below the inguinal ligament is a(n): Select one: a. femoral hernia b. direct inguinal hernia c. umbilical hernia d. Spigelian hernia
a. femoral hernia
Most ______________ procedures are performed with the patient in the supine or lithotomy position. Select one: a. gynecological b. follicular c. luteal d. menstruation
a. gynecological
A ________ system is needed for the body to respond to the trauma of surgery and to defend it against pathogens that have invaded it during the surgical procedure. Select one: a. healthy immune b. comorbid disease
a. healthy immune
A(n) ________ is the state or condition in which the body or body tissues are invaded by pathogenic microorganisms that multiply and produce injurious effects. Select one: a. infection b. exotoxin c. disease d. inflammation
a. infection
Most endoscopic procedures of the nose are performed to treat ________. Select one: a. inflammatory or infectious diseases b. cancerous neoplasms c. benign disease d. congenital polyps
a. inflammatory or infectious diseases
Because ________ is found in contrast media, the patient must be evaluated for potential hypersensitivity before administration. Select one: a. iodine b. radioactive material c. penicillin d. latex
a. iodine
Select the correct prefix for the following meanings. Surrounding: Select one: a. peri- b. pre- c. per
a. peri-
The ____________ must keep track of all plates and screws that are used during surgery for the purposes of charging and documentation. Select one: a. scrub b. surgeon
a. scrub
After receiving the handover, or patient from the surgical suite, the PACU nurse immediately ____________. Select one: a. contacts family members b. performs a patient assessment
b. performs a patient assessment
The Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) provides educational recommendations and ___________ required for accreditation of programs in surgical technology and surgical first assisting. Select one: a. standards b. grades c. guidelines d. rules
a. standards
Facial fractures are prepped with Betadine scrub and paint. The entire face is prepped, from the hairline to the _____________. Select one: a. sternal notch b. maxilla c. mandible d. chin
a. sternal notch
What is the term used for the area beneath the fingernails that is cleaned with a pick during the surgical scrub? Select one: a. subungual b. subdermal c. sublingual d. subacromial
a. subungual
When a sterilely attired surgical technologist drapes an unsterile table, he or she opens the drape: Select one: a. toward him or herself first b. by shaking out folds first and laying it across table c. away from him- or herself first d. toward sides and pulls drape down well below edge
a. toward him or herself first
Which of the following is the mnemonic used to remember the steps for operating a fire extinguisher? Select one: a. PASS b. RACE c. RAST d. PMMA
a.PASS
Lying with the abdomen downward, the patient is in the ________ position. Select one: a. prone b. supine
a.prone
A direct anastomosis between an artery and a vein is called a(n) ________. Select one: a. hemodialysis fistula b. AV fistula c. hemodialysis graft d. arteriovenous graft
b. AV fistula
ATLS is: Select one: a. Advance Trauma Limited System b. Advance Trauma Life Support c. Advance Trauma Life System d. Advance Trauma Limited Support
b. Advance Trauma Life Support
_______ is/are the substance or actual information contained in a message. Select one: a. Tone b. Content c. Values d. Response
b. Content
_______________stimulate the production of urine by the kidneys. Select one: a. Ophthalmic drugs b. Diuretics c. Contrast mediums d. Colloids
b. Diuretics
Pieces of the inner lining of the uterus are ectopic: Select one: a. Cystadenocarcinoma b. Endometriosis c. Fibrocystic disease of the breast d. Ectopic pregnancy e. Endocervicitis
b. Endometriosis
____________ patients are extremely careful of their AV access sites and need to take precautions to prevent injury at the site. Select one: a. Prostatectomy b. Hemodialysis c. Adrenalectomy d. Nephrectomy
b. Hemodialysis
Malignant tumor of smooth muscle: Select one: a. Leiomyoma b. Leiomyosarcoma c. Myorrhaphy d. Rhabdomyoma e. Rhabdomyosarcoma
b. Leiomyosarcoma
The space in the chest between the lungs: Select one: a. Retroperitoneal space b. Mediastinum c. Peritoneum d. Pleural cavity e. Esophagus
b. Mediastinum
__________________ focuses on reconstruction and repairs of the facial bones and may include structures of the oral cavity. Select one: a. TMJ arthroplasty b. Oromaxillofacial surgery c. Dental implantation surgery d. Odontectomy surgery
b. Oromaxillofacial surgery
The circulator has transported the patient to the operating room but has forgotten the patient's chart. The circulator leaves the patient alone and returns to the preoperative area to get the chart. Upon returning, the circulator finds the patient lying on the floor. The circulator may be charged with ________. Select one: a. improper ethical choices b. abandonment c. sexual harassment d. forgetting the patient's chart
b. abandonment
Spelling Select the term that is spelled correctly: Select one: a. ascetabulum b. acetabulum
b. acetabulum
A common technique to repair a retinal detachment is to produce ________ between the detached layers. Select one: a. vitreous b. adhesions c. blood supply d. nervous intervention
b. adhesions
Select the term that is spelled correctly. Heel bone: Select one: a. calcaneous b. calcaneus c. calcaineus
b. calcaneus
The successful surgical technologist usually possesses the qualities of ________________. Once the professional begins working, these qualities can be enhanced through personal growth, or they can be lost through job stress or personal crisis. Select one: a. surgical conscience and sterile technique b. caring and empathy c. professional and personal growth d. communication skills and interpersonal relations
b. caring and empathy
Select the correct meaning for the following suffixes. -genesis: Select one: a. breakdown, destruction, separation b. condition of producing, forming, formation c. surgical puncture to remove fluid
b. condition of producing, forming, formation
A ________ incision is made in the skin and carried circumferentially. Select one: a. dextran b. dorsal
b. dorsal
The ____________ of bacteria growth is characterized by active and sometimes rapid cell division. Select one: a. stationary phase b. exponential (log) phase c. lag phase d. death phase
b. exponential (log) phase
Surgical blockage prevents implantation (pregnancy) and development of a ________. Select one: a. uterine b. fetus
b. fetus
If _________ overload occurs during surgery, the procedure may be terminated immediately and the patient treated. Select one: a. travel b. fluid
b. fluid
To perform chemical tests on bacteria, it is necessary to ________________. Select one: a. count them under a microscope b. grow them in a laboratory environment
b. grow them in a laboratory environment
Alcohol, iodophor, or chlorhexidine prep solutions should never be used ________. Select one: a. on an area that has been shaved b. in or around the ears c. for breast reconstruction surgery d. in the presence of infection
b. in or around the ears
Select the correct medical term to complete the following sentences. The diaphragm lies __________ to the organs in the thoracic cavity. Select one: a. distal b. inferior (caudal) c. proximal
b. inferior (caudal)
An intraoperative vasospasm can be controlled by injections of ________. Select one: a. bupivacaine b. lidocaine c. cocaine d. sensorcaine Feedback
b. lidocaine
A range of procedures are available for surgical management of a breast tumor. All of the following are available, EXCEPT: Select one: a. needle aspiration biopsy b. lumpectomy c. fine needle insertion d. sentinel node detection
b. lumpectomy
Negligence committed by a professional who deliberately acts outside of her or his scope of practice, or while impaired, is known as ________. Select one: a. a sentinel event b. malpractice c. complaints d. damages
b. malpractice
All of the following are environmental specifications for the decontamination room in CSPD EXCEPT: Select one: a. air exchange rate, minimum of 10 per hour b. positive air pressure maintained c. temperature between 64°F and 70°F d. humidity between 35% and 72%
b. positive air pressure maintained
Physical care of the body to prepare it for viewing by the family and for mortuary procedures is called _____________. Select one: a. premortem care b. postmortem care c. mortuary d. morgue care
b. postmortem care
Select the correct meaning for the following suffixes. -graphy: Select one: a. record b. process of recording c. instrument for recording
b. process of recording
Modern ________ is performed laparoscopically, robotically, or through an open approach (perineal or suprapubic) and by cytoscopic resection. Select one: a. implantation b. prostatectomy
b. prostatectomy
A(n) ________ is typically done for aesthetic or functional purposes. Select one: a. myringoplasty b. rhinoplasty c. turbinectomy d. ethmoidectomy
b. rhinoplasty
The ________ is the one that has been ordered by the surgeon or other health care provider. Select one: a. concentration b. right drug c. wrong drug d. type
b. right drug
Select the term that is spelled correctly. Sperm cells and fluid: Select one: a. seman b. semen c. semin
b. semen
Fractured or broken teeth and ________ are dangerous on tissue because they can sever and tear delicate tissue. Select one: a. mosquito b. serrations c. Babcock clamp d. crile
b. serrations
A soft dressing or hard________ may be used to protect the eye after surgery. Select one: a. scope b. shield
b. shield
During a lower lid blepharoplasty, the initial incision is made in the ________. Select one: a. cornea of the eye b. subciliary region c. canthi of the eye d. supraciliary region
b. subciliary region
Spelling Select the term that is spelled correctly: Select one: a. symdrone b. syndrome
b. syndrome
A ________ has one or more needle-sharp teeth in jaws that can be delicate or heavy. Select one: a. retractor b. tenaculum c. forcep d. clamp
b. tenaculum
What would be the exposure phase time for an unwrapped instrument set with some lumens in a prevacuum/dynamic air removal steam autoclave? Select one: a. 3 minutes b. 30 minutes c. 4 minutes d. 10 minutes
c. 4 minutes
Nasopharyngeal lymph tissue: Select one: a. Thymus b. Bone marrow c. Adenoids d. Tonsils e. Spleen
c. Adenoids
Swelling; fluid leaks out into tissue spaces: Select one: a. Dyscrasia b. Ecchymoses c. Edema d. Petechiae e. Autologous transfusion
c. Edema
Which of the following is NOT an example of blunt dissection of tissue? Select one: a. Kitner is loaded on a Pean clamp during herniorrhaphy. b. Ray-Tec is used over gloved finger against tissue. c. Endo Shears are used through laparoscopic trocar to separate tissue. d. Surgeon and assistant pull open peritoneum bilaterally.
c. Endo Shears are used through laparoscopic trocar to separate tissue.
_____________ varies with environmental changes. Select one: a. Blood pressure b. Pulse oximetry c. Forehead or skin temperature d. Pulse rate
c. Forehead or skin temperature
Adnexa uteri: Select one: a. Chorion b. Bartholin glands c. Ovaries and fallopian tubes d. Fetus e. Vagina
c. Ovaries and fallopian tubes
Four separate congenital heart defects: Select one: a. Coarctation of the aorta b. Patent ductus arteriosus c. Tetralogy of Fallot d. Peripheral vascular disease e. Raynaud disease
c. Tetralogy of Fallot
__________________________ is the insertion of an arterial catheter or stent into an artery to establish patency and normal blood flow. Select one: a. Carotid endarterectomy b. Aortofemoral bypass c. Transluminal angioplasty d. Thrombectomy
c. Transluminal angioplasty
The ________ is a complex biotechnical device used in patient monitoring, respiratory function, and administration of inhalation anesthetics. Select one: a. propofol machine b. ketamine machine c. anesthesia machine d. flumazenil machine
c. anesthesia machine
The hinge point of many surgical instruments is called the ________. Select one: a. clamp b. points c. box lock d. shank
c. box lock
State of equilibrium or constancy: Select one: a. homeiostasis b. homostasis c. homeostasis
c. homeostasis
Select the term that is spelled correctly. Part of the brain that controls the secretions of the pituitary gland: Select one: a. hypothalmis b. hypothalmus c. hypothalamus
c. hypothalamus
Protrusion of abdominal tissue through one or more abdominal layers is a(n): Select one: a. Spigelian hernia b. direct inguinal hernia c. incisional hernia d. strangulated hernia
c. incisional hernia
During a tracheostomy, the ________ is kept with the patient in his or her room. Select one: a. balloon syringe b. universal connector c. obturator d. primary tube
c. obturator
Select the term that is spelled correctly. Relieving symptoms but not curing disease: Select one: a. pallitive b. paliative c. palliative
c. palliative
Backward (opposite of its normal direction) flow of a body fluid is _______. Select one: a. undescended b. epispadias c. reflux d. hydrocele
c. reflux
An operating room where a surgical procedure is in progress would be considered what type of area? Select one: a. decontamination b. biohazardous c. restricted d. semirestricted
c. restricted
In areas where great strength is required, such as abdominal incisions, ________ sutures are used in conjunction with routine abdominal suture layers to add support to the closure. Select one: a. vertical mattress b. continuous c. retention d. horizontal mattress
c. retention
The center screw of the ________ can become worn with time. Select one: a. railing b. Mayo c. scissors d. straightener
c. scissors
The surgical skin prep is performed immediately before the risk of SSI. Skin cannot be _____________, but the number of bacteria can be reduced significantly with antiseptic cleansing or a coating of antiseptic on the skin. Select one: a. disinfected b. washed c. sterilized d. cleansed
c. sterilized
Procedures involving the __________ are performed primarily by an oral-maxillofacial surgeon. Select one: a. maxillary sinuses b. brain c. teeth d. eyes
c. teeth
Which of the following is used to exsanguinate the limb before the pneumatic tourniquet is applied? Select one: a. Air bladder b. Tourniquet cuff c. Cotton material (Webril) d. Esmarch Feedback
d. Esmarch
_______________ can occur during surgery or in the postoperative period. Select one: a. Change b. Normotensive c. Standards d. Hemorrhage
d. Hemorrhage
Le Fort ____ is a horizontal fracture of the maxilla that causes the hard palate and alveolar process to become separated from the remainder of the maxilla. The fracture extends into the lower nasal septum, lateral maxillary sinus, and palatine bones. Select one: a. II b. IV c. III d. I
d. I
__________ dressings are used to prevent or limit movement of the surgical wound during healing. Select one: a. None of the above b. Pressure c. Flat d. Supportive
d. Supportive
During a splenectomy, what four major requirements must be met to stop bleeding? Select one: a. access, visualization, good lighting, retractors b. access, visualization, temperature, clamps c. access, visualization, time, clamps d. access, visualization, good lighting, clamps
d. access, visualization, good lighting, clamps
Choose the accented syllable in the following terms (for example: anemia = ne, diagnosis = no, endocrine = en). Hypochondriac: Select one: a. dri b. po c. ac d. chon e. hy
d. chon
Fibrous connective tissue requires heavy scissors, such as the ________ scissors for cutting. Select one: a. Metzenbaum b. Stevens tenotomy c. Castroviejo d. curved Mayo
d. curved Mayo
During removal of a superficial lesion, the skin edges are retracted with a(n) _______________________. Select one: a. Army-Navy retractor b. Beckman self-retaining retractor c. Gelpi self-retaining retractor d. double- or single-prong skin hook
d. double- or single-prong skin hook
What is a potential risk of placing surgical instruments of dissimilar metallic type together in a washer sterilizer cycle? Select one: a. bioburden contamination b. static electrical spark c. alarm triggered by washer sterilizer d. electrolytic conduction reaction
d. electrolytic conduction reaction
The _____________ is composed of a vast system of microscopic tubules that communicate directly with the capillaries to filter the blood. Select one: a. ultrasound b. absorption c. osmolality d. glomerulus
d. glomerulus
Before opening any sterilely packaged item, what is MOST important to verify about the package? Select one: a. sterilization cycle number b. internal indicator/integrator c. date sterilized d. integrity of package
d. integrity of package
The spermatic cord in the male follows the inguinal canal and contains the following structures, EXCEPT: Select one: a. spermatic fascia b. lymph vessels c. cremaster muscle d. lymph nodes
d. lymph nodes (The spermatic cord in the male follows the inguinal canal and contains the following structures: spermatic fascia, cremaster muscle, genitofemoral nerve, ductus deferens, lymph vessels, and testicular vein and artery.)
Suzie has taken the CST exam and passed. For Suzie to keep her certification without retaking the exam, she must do one of the following: Select one: a. attend all state meetings b. attend the national conference c. nothing d. maintain continuing education (CE) credits
d. maintain continuing education (CE) credits
Which position would facilitate exposure of the operative area during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy? Select one: a. Trendelenburg with slight tilt to the left b. Trendelenburg with slight tilt to the right c. reverse Trendelenburg with slight tilt to the right d. reverse Trendelenburg with slight tilt to the left
d. reverse Trendelenburg with slight tilt to the left
The hysteroscope is inserted into the uterus with the _________ in place. Select one: a. medium b. laser c. monitor d. sheath
d. sheath
Antigens: Select one: a. Produced by antibodies Incorrectx b. Penicillins c. Antibiotics d. Streptococci e. Antitoxins
d. streptococci
Laryngoscopy, bronchoscopy, and mediastinoscopy are typically performed with the patient in the ________ position. Select one: a. lithotomy b. all of the above c. prone d. supine
d. supine
When organisms of two different species live together, this is called ________. Select one: a. parasitism b. host c. immunodeficiency d. symbiosis
d. symbiosis
Aeger primo is defined as ____________. Select one: a. suspected malpractice b. first do no harm c. death of a patient d. the patient first
d. the patient first
_______________ provides detailed information about heart conduction. Select one: a. Oximetry b. Blood pressure c. EEG d. ECG
d.ECG (As a diagnostic tool, an ECG provides detailed information about heart conduction. Each phase of the cardiac conduction system is represented on the graph.)
White blood cell (WBC) with reddish granules; numbers increase in allergic reactions: Select one: a. Neutrophil b. Erythrocyte c. Basophil d. Lymphocyte e. Eosinophil
e. Eosinophil
Respiratory disorder in the neonate: Select one: a. Hemolytic disease b. Pyloric stenosis c. Melena d. Hydrocephalus e. Hyaline membrane disease
e. Hyaline membrane disease
Breathing is easier in an upright position: Select one: a. Dysphonia b. Dyspnea c. Anosmia d. Hemothorax e. Orthopnea
e. Orthopnea