Deck 1: The Surgical Technologist

Question 1

Registered nurses continued to fill the role of the scrub, or "instrument," nurse until about __________.

A) 1970
B) 1965
C) 1966
D) none of the above

Answer 1

B

Question 2

During World War I, _______ worked on the battlefield to offer aid and comfort to the wounded.

A) nurses
B) assistants
C) Corpsmen
D) orderlies

Answer 2

C

Question 3

________ demonstrates that a surgical technologist from an accredited program has achieved a minimum level of knowledge and skills.

A) Licensure
B) An associate's degree
C) Graduation
D) Certification

Answer 3

D

Question 4

At the national level, AST provides the following support to students and graduates of surgical technologist and teaching institutions and the public __________.

A) maintains practice standards, code of ethics, and code of conduct for the surgical technologist
B) publishes a professional journal, The Surgical Technologist
C) holds annual conferences for surgical technologists and educators
D) all of the above

Question 5

It is important for students to become active members of AST to promote __________.

A) standards of the profession
B) the Association of Surgical Technology
C) the Accrediting Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology
D) themselves

Question 6

The need for assistive personnel in surgery did not arise until ____________.

A) World War I
B) Korean War
C) Civil War
D) World War II

Question 7

The profession of surgical technologist is defined today as a result of _________________

A) less demanding professional needs
B) rapid monumental developments in technology in general
C) growing demands in the ancillary departments
D) advances in digital technology

Question 8

Which of the following organizations oversees certification and credentialing for the surgical technologist?

A) AORN
B) AST
C) NBSTSA
D) CAAHEP

Question 9

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) published a book called _______________.

A) The Role of the Operating Room Technician
B) Teaching in the Operating Room
C) Teaching the Operating Room Technician
D) Surgical Techniques for Operating Room Technician

Question 10

In _______ the AORN board of directors created the ________________.

A) 1968, Association of Operating Room Technicians
B) 1965, Association of Operating Room Technicians
C) 1968, Association of Operating Room Nurses
D) 1967, Association of Operating Room Nurses

Question 11

In an effort to formalize technologists' education, AORT created two new committees, which are the Joint Review Committee and the __________.

A) AST
B) LCC-ST
C) CST
D) CORT-ST

Question 12

Certification differs from licensure in that certification _________________.

A) does not require continuing education credits
B) allows employers to evaluate prospective employees by one verifiable national standard
C) is not currently mandatory to practice in all 50 states
D) is a no-cost examination

Question 13

The professional association for surgical technologists is the ________.

A) Association of periOperative Registered Nurses
B) American College of Surgeons
C) Association of Surgical Technologists
D) Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology

Question 14

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.

A) guidelines
B) rules
C) standards
D) grades

Question 15

Accreditation is granted to a school only after __________.

A) review of curriculum
B) full on-site visit
C) council review at the end of the year
D) curriculum is submitted

Question 16

A new profession was born in the Army for the Corpsman; it was named __________.

A) Corpsman I
B) nurse
C) CST
D) ORT

Question 17

AORT stands for __________.

A) Association of Operating Radiology Technician
B) Association of Ophthalmic Register Technician
C) Association of Operating Respiratory Technician
D) Association of Operating Room Technicians

Question 18

The surgical technologist's professional organization that supports students and graduates is __________.

A) LCC
B) CST
C) AST
D) NBSTSA

Question 19

Certification for the surgical technologist is ________.

A) mandatory
B) voluntary
C) unnecessary
D) invalid

Question 20

As a body of professionals, surgical technologists are supported by a number of key organizations and partners. Each has a designated role in __________.

A) certification, standards, continuing education, and promotion
B) continuing education, promotion, standards, and accreditation
C) standards, continuing education, accreditation, and promotion
D) promotion, certification, accreditation, and continuing education

Question 21

James is a new graduate, and he is looking for a job in surgical technology. Career services has met with him and had him fill out applications for the following jobs. Of the following job fields, which one does James NOT qualify for as a new graduate?

A) CST
B) Central processing manager
C) VA hospital, ST position
D) Educator

Question 22

The surgical technologist who works in a hospital or other facility that provides 24-hour care is usually required to __________.

A) take a break every hour
B) be on "call"
C) do nothing
D) none of the above

Question 23

___________ has particular attributes, attitude, and behavior that reflect a high standard of accountability, ethics, honesty, and respect for people.

A) Someone highly trained
B) Someone who uses his or her skills
C) A professional
D) Surgical technologist

Question 24

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Association of Operative Registered Nurses

Question 25

The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is another __________ accrediting body.

A) for-profit
B) nonprofit
C) semiprofit
D) none of the above

Question 26

Certification demonstrates __________.

A) standard of knowledge
B) advanced level competencies
C) understanding of the principles and practices of surgery
D) support for NBSTSA

Question 27

The National Center for Competency Test requires applicants to have the following __________.

A) high school diploma or GED
B) be a graduate of a formal operating room technician (ORT) training program
C) A and B
D) none of the above

Question 28

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

Question 29

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Operating Room Technician

Question 30

To be eligible to take the certification examination, the applicant must meet all requirements EXCEPT __________.

A) be a graduate of an accredited program (ABHES and CAAHEP)
B) currently be a CST
C) be a graduate of a military program
D) have 7 of the last 10 years documented scrub experience

Question 31

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Surgical Technologist Circulating Role

Question 32

The larger picture casts the surgical technologist's role as a combination of four main areas of health care and technology EXCEPT __________.

A) educator and preceptor
B) participant in leadership and management
C) patient care provider in the perioperative setting
D) specialist in sterilization

Question 33

The stated goals of a career ladder are primarily to do all the following EXCEPT __________.

A) improve patient care
B) promote accountability
C) encourage employer recognition of the surgical technologist
D) encourage experienced surgical technologists to contribute to the professional growth of their own career

Question 34

The nonsterile member of the surgical team is called __________.

A) assistant
B) scrub
C) circulator
D) surgeon

Question 35

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools

Question 36

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Registered nurse

Question 37

Certification through the Association of Surgical Technologists requires __________.

A) graduation from an ABHES-accredited school
B) graduation from an Armed Forces program
C) graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited school
D) all of the above

Question 38

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Licensed practical nurse

Question 39

Surgical technologists are trained in __________.

A) 2-year colleges
B) military
C) proprietary certificate programs
D) all the above

Question 40

Suzie has taken the CST examination and passed. For Suzie to keep her certification without retaking the examination, she must do one of the following __________.

A) attend the national conference
B) maintain continuing education (CE) credits
C) nothing
D) attend all state meetings

Question 41

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Role is fulfilled by a registered nurse

Question 42

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Maintain retraction of tissue

Question 43

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Teaching others while scrubbed

Question 44

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

Question 45

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Maintain a "dry" surgical site by operating suction devices and appropriate use of surgical sponge

Question 46

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
National Center for Competency Testing

Question 47

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Pursue an advanced degree in hospital administration and management

Question 48

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Assist with hemostasis as directed by the surgeon

Question 49

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
American College of Surgeons

Question 50

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Nonsterile team member who assists the RN

Question 51

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

Question 52

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Certified first assistant

Question 53

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Skills and knowledge required for this role are the processes of sterilization and disinfection, inspection of and troubleshooting equipment, and assembly of instrument tray

Question 54

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Irrigating the surgical wound, especially in microsurgery

Question 55

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Ensure patient chart, including results of diagnostic procedures, permits, and preoperative checklist, accompanies the patient into surgery

Question 56

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Association of Surgical Technologists

Question 57

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Prepares instruments and supplies on the sterile field

Question 58

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Specialist in the preparation, handling, and use of instruments

Question 59

Match each item with the correct acronym.
a.NBSTSA
b.ABHES
c.ARC/STSA
d.CAAHEP
e.AORN
f.AST
g.ORT
h.CFA
i.ACS
j.RN
k.CST
l.NCCT
m.STCR
n.LPN
Certified surgical technologist

Question 60

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Communicate effectively with surgeon to prevent errors, such as passing the wrong instrument or passing it in the wrong position

Question 61

Match the following definitions with the correct term.
a.Facility-based ST
b.Military service
c.Specialty practice
d.CST-CFA
e.Educator and clinical instructor
f.Medical industry representative
g.Central processing management
h.Research product and development
Education program parallels civilian requirements, with additional training in combat and war surgery and in golden hour treatment

Question 62

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
A teacher

Question 63

Match the following definitions with the correct term.
a.Facility-based ST
b.Military service
c.Specialty practice
d.CST-CFA
e.Educator and clinical instructor
f.Medical industry representative
g.Central processing management
h.Research product and development
Work in research product and development in the area of surgical instruments, supplies, and devices

Question 64

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Facilitating safety and emergency protocols

Question 65

Match the following definitions with the correct term.
a.Facility-based ST
b.Military service
c.Specialty practice
d.CST-CFA
e.Educator and clinical instructor
f.Medical industry representative
g.Central processing management
h.Research product and development
Assists in surgical procedures to retract tissue and aid in exposure, hemostasis, close tissue planes, and other intraoperative techniques while under supervision of the surgeon

Question 66

Match the following definitions with the correct term.
a.Facility-based ST
b.Military service
c.Specialty practice
d.CST-CFA
e.Educator and clinical instructor
f.Medical industry representative
g.Central processing management
h.Research product and development
The scope of duties and responsibilities includes disinfection and sterilization processes, assembly of surgical instrument sets, and management of complex instrument systems

Question 67

Match the following definitions with the correct term.
a.Facility-based ST
b.Military service
c.Specialty practice
d.CST-CFA
e.Educator and clinical instructor
f.Medical industry representative
g.Central processing management
h.Research product and development
Designs and develops the curriculum for the institution and manages departments

Question 68

Match the following definitions with the correct term.
a.Facility-based ST
b.Military service
c.Specialty practice
d.CST-CFA
e.Educator and clinical instructor
f.Medical industry representative
g.Central processing management
h.Research product and development
The hospital-based surgical technologist may specialize in one or more surgical specialties such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, cardiac surgery, obstetrics, or plastic surgery

Question 69

Match the following definitions with the correct term.
a.Facility-based ST
b.Military service
c.Specialty practice
d.CST-CFA
e.Educator and clinical instructor
f.Medical industry representative
g.Central processing management
h.Research product and development
Promote the company's equipment but also has the technical expertise to troubleshoot problems

Question 70

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
Assist surgeon in specific, well-defined task as needed during the procedure

Question 71

Match the definition with the role of the surgical technologist. You may use the same answer more than once.
a.Scrub role
b.Circulator
c.Second assistant
d.Preceptor
e.Instrumentation specialist
f.Leadership and management
The nonsterile person who performs patient care procedures, obtains and delivers the equipment needed for a surgery case, opens sterile supplies, and assists in positioning the patient on the operating table