CST Surgical Procedures & Techniques

Question 1

What is the primary responsibility of a surgical technician during a procedure?

Accepted Answer

To assist the surgeon and maintain sterile conditions.

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To perform surgeries independently.

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To manage the patient's anesthesia.

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To provide post-operative care.

Question 2

What is the role of a surgical technician in sterilization?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring all instruments are sterilized before use in surgery.

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Sterilizing only the operating room furniture.

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Sterilizing the patient's body.

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Sterilizing surgical gloves.

Question 3

Which of the following is essential for maintaining a sterile field during surgery?

Accepted Answer

Making sure all surgical instruments are sterile and handling them properly.

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Sterilizing the floor around the operating table.

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Only sterilizing the instruments.

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Not touching any surgical instruments.

Question 4

How should a surgical technician handle a sterile instrument tray during the procedure?

Accepted Answer

By ensuring the tray is passed to the surgeon without breaking sterile technique.

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By touching the tray only with sterile gloves.

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By leaving the tray on the floor to keep it clean.

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By covering the tray with a non-sterile cloth.

Question 5

What should a surgical technician do in case of a surgical instrument malfunction during a procedure?

Accepted Answer

Inform the surgeon and take action to replace or repair the instrument.

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Ignore the malfunction and continue the procedure.

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Try to fix the malfunction without informing the team.

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Remove the instrument from the surgery without consulting the team.

Question 6

What is the role of the surgical technician in patient positioning?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the patient is positioned to provide the surgeon optimal access and comfort.

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Position the patient in any comfortable manner.

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Position the patient without considering the surgical area.

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Position the patient after the surgeon gives instructions.

Question 7

Which of the following is a key skill for a surgical technician during surgery?

Accepted Answer

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The ability to anticipate the surgeon’s needs and respond quickly.

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The ability to do everything without assistance.

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The ability to keep the room sterile but ignore other tasks.

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The ability to concentrate on only one task at a time.

Question 8

Why is communication vital for a surgical technician in the operating room?

Accepted Answer

Effective communication ensures smooth coordination and patient safety.

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Communication is unnecessary in the operating room.

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Communication is only necessary in the preoperative phase.

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Communication only happens after the surgery is completed.

Question 9

What is a critical consideration when passing instruments to the surgeon during surgery?

Accepted Answer

Passing instruments with proper technique and ensuring sterility.

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Passing instruments slowly to avoid mistakes.

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Throwing instruments to the surgeon to save time.

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Passing instruments without considering sterility.