CST Instruments & Equipment Management 5

Question 1

What is the correct action if a sponge count is incorrect at the time of wound closure?

Accepted Answer

Inform the surgeon immediately and search the wound and field

Answer

An incorrect count requires immediate notification of the surgeon and a thorough search of the wound, field, and room before closure proceeds.

Question 2

Which type of endoscope uses a rigid tube and lens system, such as those used in cystoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Rigid rod-lens endoscope

Answer

A rigid rod-lens endoscope uses a series of glass rods and lenses within a rigid metal sheath and is used in procedures like cystoscopy and arthroscopy.

Question 3

During a laparoscopic procedure, CO2 insufflation pressure is typically maintained at:

Accepted Answer

12–15 mmHg

Answer

Intraabdominal CO2 pressure is typically maintained between 12–15 mmHg to create adequate pneumoperitoneum for visualization without compromising ventilation.

Question 4

Which instrument is used to cut and remove pieces of cartilage or bone in small, biting increments?

Accepted Answer

Rongeur

Answer

A rongeur has a punching action with cup-shaped jaws to nibble away small fragments of bone or cartilage.

Question 5

Which parameter on an electrosurgical unit (ESU) should the scrub technician verify before activating the unit?

Accepted Answer

The grounding pad is properly placed on the patient

Answer

Proper placement of the patient return electrode (grounding pad) is essential to prevent burns at a site remote from the operative field.

(CST) Certified Surgery Technician Practice Test

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CST Instruments & Equipment Management 5