Unit 1: Fullers Ch 01 The Surgical Tech
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Terms | Definitions |
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 Certification differs from licensure in that certification ________.A) is not currently mandatory to practice in all 50 states B) is a no-cost exam C) does not require continuing education credits D) allows employers to evaluate prospective employees by one verifiable national standard | is not currently mandatory to practice in all 50 states |
| The ________ of operating room personnel contribute to a professional and safe work environment. A) title and pay scale B) emotional maturity and self-control | emotional maturity and self-control |
| ________ is a form of empathy, because it requires protection of another's vulnerability. Lack of this quality implies that a person has little worth as a human being. Lack of this quality in front of patients may cause them to question or mistrust the care they may receive. A) Respect B) Honesty C) Emotional self-control D) Personal maturity | Respect |
| Many operative accidents, such as needle sticks, accidental cutting or burning, and loss of items in the surgical wound, are not the result of a lack of knowledge or skills but a lack of attention. A) True B) False | True |
| Continuing education credits ensure that individuals keep current with information and technology. A surgical technologist's continued education credits are maintained through ____________. A) place of employment B) professional organization | professional organization |
| __________ is the transfer of responsibility for an activity from one person to another. A) Delegation B) Order C) Transfer D) Decision | Delegation |
| Certification for the certified surgical technologist (CST) is maintained as long as the CST becomes a member of the Association of Surgical Technologists. A) True B) False | False |
| ________ demonstrates that a surgical technologist from an accredited program has achieved a minimum level of knowledge and skills. A) Licensure B) Certification C) Graduation D) An associate's degree | Certification |
| __________ tasks are those that the surgical technologist performs without supervision. A) Dependant B) Institutional C) Independent D) Delegated | Independent |
| In surgery, taking responsibility for one's actions, mistakes, and abilities is called ________, one of the most important elements for success as a surgical technologist. A) sense of humor B) organization C) surgical conscience D) concentration | surgical conscience |
| The original name for the surgical technologist was __________. A) operating room technician B) surgical assisting specialist | operating room technician |
| If certified, the surgical technologist may legally perform any or all of the same tasks that the registered nurse may perform in the perioperative setting. A) True B) False | False |
| Certification for the surgical technologist is ________. A) invalid B) voluntary C) unnecessary D) mandatory | voluntary |
| A professional's ________ is determined by a regulating agency to protect the public and ensure a high level of quality medical care. A) scope of practice B) certification exam C) operative permit D) hospital policy | scope of practice |
| Manual dexterity, organizational skills, and concentration are all desirable attributes for a surgical technologist to possess. These skills are important because ________. A) a surgical technologist must have these skills to become certified B) they determine the surgical technologist's scope of practice C) the more skills a surgical technologist has, the better she or he is paid D) they contribute to good patient care and job satisfaction | D) they contribute to good patient care and job satisfaction |
| In all work settings, the surgical technologist performs duties within task boundaries called _______________. This is determined by a number of different regulating agencies to protect the public and ensure a high level of quality medical care. A) scope of practice B) delegated tasks | scope of practice |
| Professionals in allied health follow the principles of medicine and nursing in that they participate in the health and well-being of people through specific tasks and expertise. A) True B) False | True |
| According to the Association of Surgical Technologists, it provides a "tool for measuring the ongoing progress of the surgical technologist from one level to another." This is called clinical _________. A) ladder B) progression | ladder |
| The process of transferring responsibility for an activity from a licensed person to a nonlicensed person, with the person initiating the transfer retaining accountability for the outcome of the activity, is known as ________. A) delegation B) assignment C) an independent task D) a dependent task | delegation |
| Usually gowned and gloved by another member of the sterile team A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | surgeon |
| Must be able to anticipate the surgeon's needs at the operative site A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | surgical technologist |
| Provides direct patient care before the surgery begins A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | circulator |
| AORN is the professional organization to which she or he may belong A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | circulator |
| Accountable for ensuring that the preoperative checklist is complete A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | circulator |
| Performs the duties as a preceptor during operative procedures A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | surgical technologist |
| Will set up and maintain the sterile field A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | surgical technologist |
| Certified by the NBSTSA A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | surgical technologist |
| Nonsterile team member; gathers extra supplies and equipment as needed A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | circulator |
| AST is the professional organization to which he or she may belong A. circulator B. surgical technologist C. surgeon | surgical technologist |
| Organizes instruments and surgical supplies needed for surgical procedure A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | sterile team member |
| Assembles, wraps, and sterilizes instrument sets as necessary A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | nonsterile team member |
| Maintains safety on the surgical field by monitoring the location of all sharps, keeping track of sponges and instruments, and following safety precautions with equipment A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | sterile team member |
| Prepares instruments and supplies in sterile supply department for next case A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | nonsterile team member |
| Gowns and gloves the surgeon and CST-CFA A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | sterile team member |
| Maintains the integrity of the sterile field during the procedure A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | nonsterile team member |
| Gathers additional supplies or equipment as needed during the procedure A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | nonsterile team member |
| May perform duties within the circulator role A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | nonsterile team member |
| Scrubs and dons gown and gloves A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | sterile team member |
| Anticipates the steps of the surgical procedure A. nonsterile team member B. sterile team member | sterile team member |
| The first surgical technologists were army corpsmen trained to assist in surgery. A) False B) True | True |
| The ability to prioritize tasks and equipment in a logical and efficient manner is called ________ skills. A) profession B) mental C) manual D) organizational | organizational |
| The successful surgical technologist possesses certain personal characteristics and aptitudes that contribute greatly to both good patient care and job satisfaction. Although most skills can be learned, certain characteristics such as ________ cannot be taught. A) honesty, empathy, and caring B) surgical conscience and sterile technique C) professional and personal growth D) communication skills and interpersonal relations | honesty, empathy, and caring |
| In surgery, honesty about one's actions, mistakes, and abilities is called ________. It is one of the most important elements for becoming a successful surgical technologist. A) a sense of humor B) surgical conscience | surgical conscience |
| ________ is the surgical technologist's professional organization, advocating professional and personal growth. A) AST B) AORN | AST |
| The nonsterile member of the surgical team is called the ______. A) surgeon B) circulator C) assistant D) scrubber | circulator |
| To use the title "Certified Surgical Technologist," one must successfully pass the certification exam distributed by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). A) True B) False | True |
| In surgery, professional and personal honesty about one's actions, mistakes, and abilities is called surgical conscience. A) True B) False | True |
| Serving as preceptor requires patience and a willingness to ________ knowledge and experience. A) withhold B) ignore C) share D) forget | share |
| The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses is the professional organization for nurses and surgical technologists. A) True B) False | False |
| A circulator is the nonsterile surgical team member who assists in gathering additional supplies and equipment needed during the surgical procedure. A) True B) False | True |
| Sterile personnel are scrubbed and have donned surgical gown and gloves. A) True B) False | True |
| Manual dexterity is a desirable quality of the surgical technologist because ________ . A) all of the above B) equipment must be handled effectively at all times C) the handling of instruments requires manual skills and keen observation D) hand-eye coordination is required to master the skills needed during a surgical procedure | all of the above |
| As the surgery progresses, the surgical technologist must ________. A) depend on the CST-CFA to let him or her know what the surgeon needs B) be able to anticipate each step of the surgery C) have the instruments and supplies close enough for the surgeon to get what he or she needs D) wait for the surgeon to ask for what he or she needs | be able to anticipate each step of the surgery |
| In addition to the hospital operating room, ________ may work in private specialty practices or ambulatory surgical centers, may manage central or sterile supply departments, may become sales representatives, or may teach surgical technology in a variety of settings. A) surgical orderlies or aides B) licensed professionals only C) surgical technologists D) only health-care workers given the right to practice by a governmental agency | surgical technologists |
| During a surgical procedure, the surgeon delegates the task of retraction to the surgical technologist. The ________ can be accountable for any tissue damage that may occur. A) surgical technologist B) surgeon | surgeon |
| Strong emotional reactions must be expressed appropriately and channeled in a healthy way. The emotional maturity and self-control of operating room personnel contribute greatly to ________. A) the surgeon's ability to operate B) the ability to put events into perspective and enjoy the lighter side of work C) the surgical technologist's ability to anticipate the surgeon's needs D) a professional and safe work environment | a professional and safe work environment |
| Surgical technologists are trained in military facilities, 2-year colleges, and in vocational and for-profit programs called __________. A) institutional B) proprietary | proprietary |
| Graduates from accredited surgical technology programs who pass the LCC-ST(NBSTSA) national certification exam demonstrate entry-level competency in the profession and earn the title of certified surgical technologist. ________ is a voluntary method of credentialing for the surgical technologist that allows employers to evaluate prospective employees by one verifiable national standard. A) Licensure B) Certification | Certification |
| The professional association for surgical technologists is the ________. A) American College of Surgeons B) Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology C) Association of Surgical Technologists D) Association of periOperative Registered Nurses | Association of Surgical Technologists |
| ________ is a response to the emotional or physical experiences of another human. It is the dual ability to comprehend the feelings of others and convey that comprehension through words, actions, or body language. A) Respect B) Empathy C) Surgical conscience D) Emotional maturity | Empathy |
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