CST Intraoperative Procedures

Question 1

What is the role of the surgical technologist during the intraoperative phase?

Accepted Answer

Maintains sterile field and assists surgeon

Answer

Supervises patient discharge

Answer

Prepares recovery area

Answer

Assists with billing

Question 2

Why is a surgical count performed during the procedure?

Accepted Answer

Prevent retained items

Answer

Track staff time

Answer

Check instrument sharpness

Answer

Record tray weight

Question 3

Which action helps preserve the sterile field?

Accepted Answer

Allow only sterile contact with sterile field

Answer

Limit glove changes

Answer

Use non-sterile covers

Answer

Double-drape the patient

Question 4

What should be done if contamination is suspected during surgery?

Accepted Answer

Replace and report contamination

Answer

Label and continue using

Answer

Ignore unless obvious

Answer

Rinse with saline

Question 5

Which item is commonly used to maintain hemostasis during surgery?

Accepted Answer

Hemostat

Answer

Retractor

Answer

Suction tip

Answer

Dilator

Question 6

Why is it important to anticipate the surgeon's needs?

Accepted Answer

Promote efficiency and safety

Answer

Reduce cleanup time

Answer

Impress observers

Answer

Prevent anesthesia delay