CST Practice Exam #6

The enzyme used to soften the zonules of the lens before cataract surgery is:

Alpha-chymotrypsin

Which portion of the stomach surrounds the lower esophageal sphincter?

Cardia

Low level disinfectants kill most microbes, but do not destroy:

Spores

The islets of Langerhans secrete:

Insulin

Which organism is a normal resident flora of the intestinal tract?

Escherichia coli

Where should the first scrub surgical technologist stand when handing towels to the surgeon to square off an incision site?

Same side as surgeon

Which of the following identifiers must be verified by the patient or their ID bracelet prior to transporting a patient to the OR?

Name, date of birth, physician

The primary function of the gallbladder is to:

Store bile

What are the three factors for reducing ionizing radiation exposure?

Time, shielding, distance

Which is the first part of the small intestine?

Duodenum

How are rickettsiae transmitted?

Arthropod bites

Compression of the heart from excessive fluid or blood buildup is called:

Tamponade

Medication used to dilate the pupil is called:

Mydriatics

Which of the following drapes is non-fenestrated?

U-drape

Under what circumstances would it be appropriate to remove a patient's identification bracelet?

Never until patient is discharged from facility

The apron-like structure attached to the greater curvature of the stomach is the:

Omentum

Which of the following is an abnormal tract between two epithelium-lined surfaces that is open at both ends?

Fistula

Which of the following directional terms describes the type of skin prep of an entire extremity?

Circumferential

What is the medical term for a bunion?

Hallux valgus

The small intestine attaches to the posterior abdominal wall by the:

Mesentery

A topical steroid used to reduce inflammation after eye surgery is:

Depo-Medrol

What direction should the stretcher be oriented when transporting a patient to the OR department?

Feet first, side rails up

Which portion of the surgical gown is considered non-sterile?

Upper arms, neckline and axillary region

What is the name of the urinary catheter with a small, curved tapered tip used on patients with urethral strictures?

Coude

A congenital defect in which the fetal blood vessel between the pulmonary artery and aorta does not close is:

Patent ductus arteriosus

Which of the following is a commonly used preservative for tissue specimens?

Formalin

What is the first step taken for an incorrect sponge count?

Notify surgeon

The mumps may be diagnosed by finding inflammation in which of the following glands?

Parotid

Which of the following is a non adherent dressing?

Adaptic

A brain tumor causing alteration of muscle tone, voluntary muscle coordination, gait and balance would likely be located in the:

Cerebellum

What type of disease is characterized by rapid onset and a rapid recovery?

Acute

Which organelle is responsible for the production of energy?

Mitochondria

Who is ultimately responsible for obtaining the surgical informed consent?

Surgeon

Which of the following solutions should be used to prep the donor site for a split-thickness skin graft?

Chlorhexidine

Which surgical procedure is performed to correct an abnormality in which the urethral meatus is situated on the superior aspect of the penis?

Epispadias repair

Which termal method of meostasis utilizes intense, focused light?

Laser

The larynx is located between the:

Pharynx and trachea

The most common cause of retinal detachment is:

Trauma

The vocal cords are located in the:

Larynx

What type of acquired immunity is a vaccination?

Artificial active

When would the anesthesia provider request cricoid pressure?

Endotracheal intubation

Which of the following regulations states that blood and body fluids should be considered infectious?

Standard Precautions

Which structure has oral, nasal, and laryngeal divisions?

Pharynx

An injury a patient sustains as a result of the care given by a healthcare professional is called:

Iatrogenic

The highly vascular layer of the eye that absorbs light rays and nourishes the retina is the:

Choroid

Which aneurysm usually develops between the renal and iliac arteries?

Abdominal aortic

What is the next step for reattachment of a severed digit after debridement?

Bone-to-bone fixation

What type of skin graft includes the epidermis and all of the dermis?

Full-thickness

Which of the following terms refers to absence of the external ear?

Microtia

Which organism causes gas grangrene?

Clostridium perfringens

What is another name for the Kraske position?

Jackknife

What type of sponge is tightly rolled cotton tape used by surgeons for blunt dissection?

Kitner

Which of these instruments would be used during a keratoplasty?

Cottingham punch

Plaster rolls for casting should be submerged in which of the following?

Lukewarm water

The avascular, clear portion of the eye covering the iris is the:

Cornea

Which bacteria could be found in a penetrating wound caused by a rusty nail?

Vocal fold

What size of Foley catheter is commonly used for adults?

16 Fr

The fibrous white layer that gives the eye its shape is the:

Sclera

When a patient's blood pressure is 135/81, 135 refers to:

Systolic

Which of the following is an ossicle of the middle ear?

Incus

Satinsky, Kerrick, and Mayo clamps may be specifically used on which of the following structures?

Kidney pedicle

The Bowie-Dick test is performed:

Daily

The spiral, conical structure of the inner ear is the:

Cochlea

What is the name of the condition in which a loop of bowel herniates into the Douglas's cul-de-sac?

Enterocele

Another name for the tympanic membrane is the:

Eardrum

What is the burn degree classification that involves the epidermis and subcutaneous tissue?

Third

Which portion of the ear is affected by Meniere's syndrome?

Inner

The cartilaginous nasal septum is anterior to which bone?

Vomer

Which of the following terms means a prolapsed bladder causing a bulge in the anterior vaginal wall?

Cystocele

Which of the following terms describes a fracture in which the bone penetrates the skin?

Compound

For which of the following procedures would a McBurney incision be indicated

Appendectomy

What degrees Celsius is the steam sterilization biological indicated incubated?

55-60

What is the proper method for preparing a Frazier suction tip for steam sterilization?

Distilled water in lumen

The minimum Fahrenheit temperature for sterilization to occur in a prevacuum steam sterilizer is:

270-276 Fahrenheit

What is the name of the procedure for the excision of the tunica vaginalis?

Hydrocelectomy