NBSTSA Trivia 2

Question 1

Which organization established the NBSTSA certification exam for surgical technologists?

Accepted Answer

National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

Answer

The NBSTSA is the credentialing body that administers the CST exam for surgical technologists.

Question 2

What is the name of the credential awarded to a certified surgical first assistant by the NBSTSA?

Accepted Answer

CSFA

Answer

CSFA stands for Certified Surgical First Assistant, awarded by the NBSTSA to qualified candidates.

Question 3

How many continuing education credits must a CST earn every four years to maintain certification?

Accepted Answer

60

Answer

CSTs must complete 60 continuing education credits during each four-year certification period to remain certified.

Question 4

Which antiseptic solution is historically associated with the term 'Betadine'?

Accepted Answer

Povidone-iodine

Answer

Betadine is the trade name for povidone-iodine, a common surgical antiseptic.

Question 5

The 'time-out' procedure in the OR is primarily designed to prevent which type of error?

Accepted Answer

Wrong-site surgery

Answer

The Universal Protocol time-out verifies patient identity, surgical site, and procedure to prevent wrong-site surgeries.

NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Practice Test