Association Of Surgical Tech

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1.

Which of the following structures is located in the alveolar processes?
- A.
  
  Teeth
- B.
  
  Villi
- C.
  
  Sinuses
- D.
  
  Tonsils
2.

Which of the following is the wound classification for a bronchoscopy?
- A.
  
  Clean
- B.
  
  Contaminated
- C.
  
  Dirty and infected
- D.
  
  Clean-contaminated
3.

The enzyme used to soften the zonules of the lens before cataract surgery is:
- A.
  
  Atropine sulfate
- B.
  
  Alpha-chymotrypsin
- C.
  
  Acetylcholine chloride
- D.
  
  Pilocarpine hydrochloride
4.

Which of the following is a curved, transverse incision across the lower abdomen frequently used in gynecological surgery?
- A.
  
  Midline
- B.
  
  Paramedian
- C.
  
  McBurney's
- D.
  
  Pfannenstiel
5.

When perforated metal trays are placed on the shelves of the steam sterilizing cart, they should be positioned:
- A.
  
  Flat
- B.
  
  Upside down
- C.
  
  Vertical
- D.
  
  Angled
6.

Hyperkalemia is a high concentration of:
- A.
  
  Calcium
- B.
  
  Nitrogen
- C.
  
  Potassium
- D.
  
  Albumin
7.

Which of the following tissues are cut using curved Mayo scissors?
- A.
  
  Fascia
- B.
  
  Periosteum
- C.
  
  Dura mater
- D.
  
  Arterial wall
8.

Which laser beam can travel through clear tissues without heating them?
- A.
  
  Argon
- B.
  
  Excimer
- C.
  
  Carbon dioxide
- D.
  
  Neodymium: YAG
9.

Permission for treatment given with full knowledge of risk is a/an:
- A.
  
  Tort
- B.
  
  Malpractice
- C.
  
  Personal liability
- D.
  
  Informed consent
10.

Which portion of the stomach surrounds the lower esophageal sphincter?
- A.
  
  Cardia
- B.
  
  Fundus
- C.
  
  Pylorus
- D.
  
  Antrum
11.

Low level disinfectants kill most microbes, but do not destroy:
- A.
  
  Viruses
- B.
  
  Bacteria
- C.
  
  Fungi
- D.
  
  Spores
12.

Syndactyly refers to:
- A.
  
  Cleft palate
- B.
  
  Webbed fingers
- C.
  
  Fused tarsals
- D.
  
  Torn ligaments
13.

The islets of Langerhans secrete:
- A.
  
  Bile
- B.
  
  Insulin
- C.
  
  Intrinsic factor
- D.
  
  Inhibiting hormones
14.

Through which of the following do the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct empty?
- A.
  
  Ampulla of Vater
- B.
  
  Duct of Santorini
- C.
  
  Wirsung's duct
- D.
  
  Sphincter of Oddi
15.

Which of the following identifiers must be verified by the patient or their ID bracelet prior to transporting a patient to the OR?
- A.
  
  Name, social security #, physician
- B.
  
  Name, medical record #, allergies
- C.
  
  Name, DOB, diagnosis
- D.
  
  Name, DOB, physician
16.

What are spiral-shaped bacteria called?
- A.
  
  Cocci
- B.
  
  Bacilli
- C.
  
  Spirilli
- D.
  
  Diplococci
17.

The primary function of the gallbladder is to:
- A.
  
  Store bile
- B.
  
  Produce bile
- C.
  
  Emulsify fats
- D.
  
  Metabolize fats
18.

Which of the following is not a benefit of using surface-mounted sliding doors for access to the OR?
- A.
  
  Uses less space for opening
- B.
  
  Aid in controlling temperature
- C.
  
  Eliminate air turbulance
- D.
  
  Provides for thorough cleaning
19.

What are the three factors for reducing ionizing radiation exposure?
- A.
  
  Type of procedure, equipment, radiation dose
- B.
  
  Exposure, frequency, concentration
- C.
  
  Time, shielding, distance
- D.
  
  Site, age, gender
20.

Which is the first part of the small intestine?
- A.
  
  Duodenum
- B.
  
  Jejunum
- C.
  
  Ileum
- D.
  
  Cecum
21.

What is the surgical position frequently used for patients undergoing kidney surgery?
- A.
  
  Prone
- B.
  
  Lateral
- C.
  
  Supine
- D.
  
  Lithotomy
22.

How are rickettsiae transmitted?
- A.
  
  Arthropod bites
- B.
  
  Physical contact
- C.
  
  Blood exposure
- D.
  
  Airborne organisms
23.

Which of the following is an examination of the cervix using a binocular microscope?
- A.
  
  Colposcopy
- B.
  
  Laparoscopy
- C.
  
  Urethroscopy
- D.
  
  Hyeroscopy
24.

Compression of the heart from excessive fluid or blood buildup is called:
- A.
  
  Tamponade
- B.
  
  Pericarditis
- C.
  
  Infarction
- D.
  
  Cardiomyopathy
25.

Which surgical team member determines when the patient can be transported from the OR to the PACU?
- A.
  
  Anesthesia provider
- B.
  
  Circulator
- C.
  
  Surgeon
- D.
  
  Surgical tech