front 1 Which of the following structures is located in the alveolar processes? | back 1 teeth |
front 2 Which of the following is the wound classification for a bronchoscopy? | back 2 Class V: Unclassified |
front 3 The enzyme used to soften the zonules of the lens before cataract surgery is? | back 3 alpha-chymotrypsin |
front 4 How should the stretcher be oriented when necessary to use an elevator to transport a patient to the or? | back 4 enter head first, exit feet first |
front 5 Which of the following is a curved transverse incision across the lower abdomen frequently used in gynecological surgery?, | back 5 pfannenstiel |
front 6 When perforated metal trays are placed on the shelves of the steam sterilizing cart they should be positioned?, | back 6 flat |
front 7 Hyperkalemia is a high concentration of? | back 7 potassium |
front 8 Which of the following tissues are cut using curved Mayo scissors? | back 8 fascia |
front 9 Which laser beam can travel through clear tissues without heating them? | back 9 Argon |
front 10 Permission for treatment given with full knowledge of the risks is a/an? | back 10 informed consent |
front 11 Which portion of the stomach surrounds the lower esophageal sphincter? | back 11 cardia |
front 12 Low level disinfectants kill most microbes but do not destroy?, | back 12 spores |
front 13 Syndactyl refers to? | back 13 webbed fingers |
front 14 The surgical pack utilized to create the sterile field should be opened on the? | back 14 backtable |
front 15 The islets of Langerhans secrete? | back 15 insulin |
front 16 What type of procedure would involve the removal of teeth? | back 16 extractions |
front 17 Which organism is a normal resident flora of the intestinal tract? | back 17 Escherichia coli |
front 18 Where should the first scrub surgical technologist stand when handing towels to the surgeon to square off an incision site? | back 18 same side as surgeon |
front 19 A properly performed surgical scrub renders the skin? | back 19 surgically clean |
front 20 Through which of the following do the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct empty? | back 20 Ampulla of Vater |
front 21 Which of the following identifiers must be verified by the patient or their ID bracelet prior to transporting a patient to the OR? | back 21 name, date of birth, physician |
front 22 What are spiral shaped bacteria called? | back 22 sprilli |
front 23 The primary function of the gallbladder is to? | back 23 store bile |
front 24 Which of the following is a non sterile member of the surgical team? | back 24 circulator |
front 25 Which of the following is not a benefit of using surface mounted sliding doors for access to the operating room? | back 25 aid in controlling temperature |
front 26 What are the three factors for reducing ionizing radiation exposure? | back 26 time, shielding, distance |
front 27 Which is the first part of the small intestine? | back 27 duodenum |
front 28 What is the surgical position frequently used for patients undergoing kidney surgery? | back 28 lateral |
front 29 How are rickettsiae transmitted? | back 29 arthropod bites |
front 30 Which of the following is an examination of the cervix using a binocular microscope? | back 30 colposcopy |
front 31 Compression of the heart from excessive fluid or blood buildup is called? | back 31 tamponade |
front 32 Which surgical team member determines when the patient can be transported from the OR to the PACU? | back 32 anesthesia provider |
front 33 Which suffix means surgical puncture to remove fluid? | back 33 -centesis |
front 34 To which portion of the colon is the appendix attached? | back 34 cecum |
front 35 Which laboratory test determines bacterial identification? | back 35 gram stain |
front 36 Medication used to dilate the pupil is called? | back 36 mydriatics |
front 37 Which of the following drapes is non fenestrated? | back 37 U drape |
front 38 Under what circumstances would it be appropriate to remove a patient's identification bracelet? | back 38 never until patient is discharged from facility |
front 39 What is the position most commonly used for mitral valve replacement? | back 39 supine |
front 40 Which laser is best used during a vitrectomy? | back 40 argon |
front 41 Which of the following monitors provides positive assurance of sterility? | back 41 biological |
front 42 The apron like structure attached to the greater curvature of the stomach is the? | back 42 omentum |
front 43 Which microbes live without oxygen? | back 43 anaerobes |
front 44 Which of the following is an abnormal tract between two epithelium lined surfaces that is open at both ends? | back 44 fistula |
front 45 What is the action of antagonist drugs? | back 45 counteract the action of another drug |
front 46 Which of the following directional terms describes the type of skin prep of an entire extremity? | back 46 circumferential |
front 47 What organs are excised is an ovarian tumor is malignant? | back 47 bilateral fallopian tubes and ovaries, uterus |
front 48 Which term refers to an abnormal thoracic curve of the spine referred to as "hunchback?" | back 48 kyphosis |
front 49 What is the medical term for a bunion? | back 49 Hallux valgus |
front 50 What incision is also known as a lower oblique? | back 50 inguinal |
front 51 The small intestine attaches to the posterior abdominal wall by the? | back 51 mesentery |
front 52 What is the term for a relationship in which two organisms occupy the same area and one organism benefits while the other is unharmed? | back 52 commensalism |
front 53 A topical steroid used to reduce inflammation after eye surgery is? | back 53 Depo-Medrol |
front 54 How is the surgical informed consent signed if an adult patient is illiterate? | back 54 patient marks with an "X" and witness verifies |
front 55 What direction should the stretcher be oriented when transporting a patient to the OR department? | back 55 feet first, side rails up |
front 56 Which of the following routine preoperative laboratory studies would be ordered for premenopausal women with no history of hysterectomy? | back 56 HCG |
front 57 Which portion of the surgical gown is considered non sterile? | back 57 upper arms, neckline and axillary region |
front 58 What is the name of the urinary catheter with a small curved tapered tip used on patients with urethral strictures?, | back 58 coude |
front 59 What is the surgical position commonly used for thyroid and gallbladder surgery? | back 59 reverse trendelenburg |
front 60 A congenital defect in which the fetal blood vessel between the pulmonary artery and aorta does not close is? | back 60 patent ductus arteriosus |
front 61 Which of the following is a commonly used preservative for tissue specimens? | back 61 formalin |
front 62 What is the first step taken for an incorrect sponge count? | back 62 notify surgeon |
front 63 The mumps may be diagnosed by finding inflammation in which of the following glands? | back 63 parotid |
front 64 What institutional document is completed when an adverse or unusual event takes place in the OR that may have legal consequences for the staff or patient? | back 64 incident report |
front 65 For which procedure would Trendelenburg position provide optimal visualization? | back 65 hysterectomy |
front 66 Which of the following is a nonadherent dressing? | back 66 adaptic |
front 67 Which of the following is a fenestrated drape? | back 67 aperture |
front 68 Which of the following terms describes a hernia that occurs within Hesselbach's triangle? | back 68 direct |
front 69 Which of the following incisions is oblique? | back 69 kocher |
front 70 Which of the following dilators are used in the common duct? | back 70 bakes |
front 71 Which of the following is a mechanical method of hemostasis? | back 71 ligature |
front 72 The organ that is connected by a duct to the duodenum is the? | back 72 pancreas |
front 73 A brain tumor causing alteration of muscle tone voluntary muscle coordination, gait and balance would likely be located in the?, | back 73 cerebellum |
front 74 What is the term for a relationship that benefits one organism at the expense of another? | back 74 parasitism |
front 75 What type of disease is characterized by rapid onset and a rapid recovery? | back 75 acute |
front 76 Which organelle is responsible for the production of energy? | back 76 mitochondria |
front 77 What type of anesthesia is a combination of inhalation and intravenous drugs? | back 77 balanced |
front 78 Who is ultimately responsible for obtaining the surgical informed consent? | back 78 surgeon |
front 79 What position is most commonly used for neurosurgical procedures? | back 79 supine |
front 80 The outer layer of the intestine is the? | back 80 serosa |
front 81 Which of the following solutions should be used to prep the donor site for a split thickness skin graft? | back 81 chlorhexidine |
front 82 What type of drape would be used for a flank procedure? | back 82 transverse |
front 83 Where should the safety strap be placed on a patient who is in the supine position? | back 83 over the thighs |
front 84 Which surgical procedure is performed to correct an abnormality in which the urethral meatus is situated on the superior aspect of the penis? | back 84 epispadias repair |
front 85 Which thermal method of hemostasis utilizes intense focused light?, | back 85 laser |
front 86 What is the most common cause of intracerebral hemorrhage? | back 86 hypertension |
front 87 The larynx is located between the? | back 87 pharynx and trachea |
front 88 The most common cause of retinal detachment is? | back 88 trauma |
front 89 What postoperative complication is associated with total hip arthroplasty? | back 89 pulmonary embolism |
front 90 Which of the following is a type of passive drain? | back 90 penrose |
front 91 The vocal cords are located in the? | back 91 larynx |
front 92 What type of acquired immunity is a vaccination? | back 92 artificial active |
front 93 When would the anesthesia provider request cricoid pressure? | back 93 endotracheal intubation |
front 94 Which instrument would be used during a keratoplasty to remove the cornea? | back 94 trephine |
front 95 What is the required minimum number of individuals to transfer an incapacitated patient from the OR table to the stretcher? | back 95 4 |
front 96 Which of the following regulations states that blood and body fluids should be considered infectious? | back 96 standard precautions |
front 97 Which of the following is a major source of distress for toddler and preschool age patients being transported to the operating room? | back 97 separation anxiety |
front 98 Which structure has oral nasal, and laryngeal divisions?, | back 98 pharynx |
front 99 Otoplasty is performed to correct a congenital deformity of which structure? | back 99 ear |
front 100 An injury a patient sustains as a result of the care given by a healthcare professional is called? | back 100 latrogenic |
front 101 The highly vascular layer of the eye that absorbs light rays and nourishes the retina is the? | back 101 choroid |
front 102 According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs which of the following is the patient satisfying when he/she trusts the surgical team's abilities?, | back 102 safety |
front 103 Which aneurysm usually develops between the renal and iliac arteries? | back 103 abdominal aortic |
front 104 The agent used to flush an artery to prevent clotting is? | back 104 heparin |
front 105 What is the next step for reattachment of a severed digit after debridement? | back 105 bone to bone fixation |
front 106 What type of skin graft includes the epidermis and all of the dermis? | back 106 full thickness |
front 107 Which muscle type is striated and voluntary? | back 107 skeletal |
front 108 Which of the following terms refers to absence of the external ear? | back 108 microtia |
front 109 What is the recommended maximum time limit for a tourniquet to remain inflated on an adult lower extremity? | back 109 1 1/2 hours (90 minutes) |
front 110 Which organism causes gas gangrene? | back 110 clostridium perfringens |
front 111 Chest rolls should span the distance bilaterally between which two anatomical structures? | back 111 acromioclavicular joint to iliac crest |
front 112 Which ossicle of the middle ear covers the oval window? | back 112 stapes |
front 113 What is another name for the Kraske position? | back 113 jackknife |
front 114 What type of sponge is tightly rolled cotton tape used by surgeons for blunt dissection? | back 114 kitner (peanut) |
front 115 Which of these instruments would be used during a keratoplasty? | back 115 cottingham punch |
front 116 A partially dislocated joint is called? | back 116 subluxation |
front 117 What condition is characterized by build up of fatty deposits such as cholesterol? | back 117 atherosclerosis |
front 118 Plaster rolls for casting should be submerged in which of the following? | back 118 lukewarm water |
front 119 The avascular clear portion of the eye covering the iris is the?, | back 119 cornea |
front 120 How often should surgical masks be changed? | back 120 after each case |
front 121 Which term describes a rod shaped microorganism? | back 121 bacillus |
front 122 When using the warm cycle of the EtO sterilizer what is the minimum sterilization temperature in Fahrenheit?, | back 122 85 |
front 123 Which of the following actions would be a violation of aseptic technique? | back 123 repositioning penetrating towel clip |
front 124 Which legal principle applies when the patient is given the wrong dose of the local anesthetic? | back 124 res ipsa loquitor (thing speaks for its self) |
front 125 The space between the vocal cords is called the? | back 125 glottis |
front 126 Which bacteria could be found in a penetrating wound caused by a rusty nail? | back 126 clostridium tetani |
front 127 Which of the following retractors is used for spinal nerve roots? | back 127 love |
front 128 What is another name for the electrosurgical unit's patient return electrode? | back 128 grounding pad |
front 129 What size of Foley catheter is commonly used for adults? | back 129 16 Fr |
front 130 Which of the following tumors is typically benign encapsulated, and arises from tissue covering the central nervous system structures?, | back 130 meningioma |
front 131 The fibrous white layer that gives the eye its shape is the? | back 131 sclera |
front 132 What is the term for thread like appendages that provide bacteria with motion? | back 132 flagella |
front 133 What surgical position provides optimal visualization of the lower abdomen or pelvis? | back 133 trendelenburg |
front 134 How many hours must an item submerse in glutaraldehyde to sterilize? | back 134 10 |
front 135 When a patient's blood pressure is 135/81 135 refers to?, | back 135 systolic |
front 136 A term referring to a waxy secretion in the external ear canal is? | back 136 cerumen |
front 137 Which of the following is an ossicle of the middle ear? | back 137 incus |
front 138 What is the term for the process of removing blood from an extremity prior to inflating the pneumatic tourniquet? | back 138 exsanguination |
front 139 Which of the following may require probing and dilating in pediatric patients with upper respiratory infections? | back 139 nasolacrimal duct |
front 140 Which surgical team member is responsible for setting up the sterile field? | back 140 surgical technologist |
front 141 In what circumstances would cell saver transfusion be contraindicated? | back 141 cancer procedures |
front 142 Use of an intraluminal (circular) stapler (EEA) would be indicated for which of the following surgical procedures? | back 142 sigmoidectomy |
front 143 Satinsky Herrick, and Mayo clamps may be specifically used on which of the following structures?, | back 143 kidney pedicle |
front 144 The nasal cavity is divided into two portions by the? | back 144 septum |
front 145 Which of the following is used by the surgeon to intermittently remove prostatic tissue fragments during a TURP? | back 145 ellik evacuator |
front 146 Which type of hematoma is a result of torn bridging meningeal veins? | back 146 subdural |
front 147 In addition to temperature time and moisture, what is the fourth factor that determines the outcome of the steam sterilization process?, | back 147 pressure |
front 148 The bowie dick test is performed? | back 148 daily |
front 149 The spiral conical structure of the inner ear is the?, | back 149 cochlea |
front 150 What is the name of the condition in which a loop of bowel herniates into the Douglas's cul-de-sac? | back 150 enterocele |
front 151 Which of these conditions is characterized by a fleshy encroachment of conjunctiva onto the cornea? | back 151 pterygium |
front 152 Which procedure would be listed in the OR schedule for a patient undergoing surgical treatment of uterine fibroids? | back 152 Myomectomy |
front 153 Where is a Baker's cyst located? | back 153 popliteal fossa |
front 154 Which of the following is a method of high level disinfection? | back 154 2% glutaraldehyde for 20 minutes |
front 155 Another name for the tympanic membrane is the? | back 155 eardrum |
front 156 What is the burn degree classification that involves the epidermis and subcutaneous tissue? | back 156 third |
front 157 Which portion of the ear is affected by Meniere's syndrome? | back 157 inner |
front 158 The cartilaginous nasal septum is anterior to which bone? | back 158 vomer |
front 159 The most reliable method for determining the efficiency of moist heat sterilizers is the controlled use of biological indicators containing the organism? | back 159 bacillus stearothermophilus |
front 160 Which neurosurgical pathology would a myelogram diagnose? | back 160 spinal stenosis |
front 161 Which of the following terms means a prolapsed bladder causing a bulge in the anterior vaginal wall? | back 161 cystocele |
front 162 How many hours must the steam sterilization biological indicator incubate? | back 162 24 |
front 163 The nasal sinus located between the nose and the orbits is the? | back 163 ethmoid |
front 164 What is the definition of otosclerosis? | back 164 bony overgrowth of stapes |
front 165 Which of the following terms describes a fracture in which the bone penetrates the skin? | back 165 compound |
front 166 For which of the following procedures would a McBurney incision be indicated? | back 166 appendectomy |
front 167 What degrees Celsius is the steam sterilization biological indicator incubated? | back 167 55-60 |
front 168 What is the medical term for removal of the uterus? | back 168 hysterectomy |
front 169 Which of the following methods removes small organic particles and soil from the box locks and ratchets of instruments? | back 169 ultrasonic washer |
front 170 What is the medical term for nosebleed? | back 170 epistaxis |
front 171 What is the proper method for preparing a Frazier suction tip for steam sterilization? | back 171 distilled water in lumen |
front 172 Which of the following is a telescoping of the intestines in neonates requiring immediate surgical intervention? | back 172 intussusception |
front 173 The minimum Fahrenheit temperature for sterilization to occur in a prevacuum steam sterilizer is? | back 173 270-276 |
front 174 What is the name of the procedure for the excision of the tunica vaginalis? | back 174 hydrocelectomy |
front 175 What is the minimum number of minutes to sterilize unwrapped metal instruments with lumens in the gravity displacement sterilizer at 270 degrees F? | back 175 10 minutes |