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CST Practice Exam Actual Exam Latest Update Questions and Correct Answers Rated A+
What drug classification is Demerol -ANSWER-Analgesic
What should be transported to PACU with a patient who underwent a thyroidectomy? -ANSWER-Tracheotomy tray
What is the chemical abbreviation for sodium chloride? -ANSWER- NaCl
Which organelle is responsible for packing of proteins? -ANSWER- Golgi Complex
Which procedure would utilize the "Bullet"? -ANSWER- Hemorrhoidectomy
What types of treatment does a patient authorize when signing a general consent form? -ANSWER-All routine treatments or procedures
Which medication can be used as a topical jelly during cystoscopy procedures? -ANSWER-Xylocain
Which of the following is a primary postoperative complication of carotid endartectomy? -ANSWER-Stroke
During which procedure would the instrument Ferris-Smith be most likely used? -ANSWER-MMK (Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz)
When is it acceptable to open surgical dressing sponges -ANSWER- After final count
What is the correct procedure to follow when a sterilized rigid instrument container is opened and condensation is observed? - ANSWER-Do not use it, return to sterile processing
Which method of sterilization requires an aeration cycle? -ANSWER- EtO
Elevated IOP in glaucoma patients is a result of excess? -ANSWER- Aqueous humor
Where should the grounding pad be placed on a patient undergoing a laparoscopic cholecystectomy who has a right hip prosthesis? - ANSWER-Left anterior thigh
An open speculum (Auvgard) is used for what type of procedure? - ANSWER-Vaginal hysterectomy
The Trendelenburg position is often used for surgery on the? - ANSWER-Lower abdomen and pelvis
The large artery that arises from the left side of the aorta and descend
into the arm is the: -ANSWER-Subclavian
Lesions in which part of the brain may affect balance and coordination? -ANSWER-Cerebellum
Which of the following utilized the process of cavitation? -ANSWER- Ultrasonic cleaner
Which of the following is the name for a dorsally angulated fracture of the distal radius? -ANSWER-Colles'
During what procedure would a stone scoop be used? -ANSWER- Cholecystectomy
Which ligament is transected during durgery for De Quervians disease? -ANSWER-Dorsal carpal
In order to minimize mucosal irritation during urinary catherterization, the tip of the catheter is dipped in which of the following? -ANSWER- K-Y jelly
How often is a medication prescribed as QID to be taken per day? - ANSWER-4 times
What type of external dressing would be used to eliminate dead space? -ANSWER-Pressure
in the prone position, patients are placed on chest rolls to prevent: -
ANSWER-Compromised ventilation
Which of the following position would be used for an LAVH - ANSWER-Lithotomy
A left subcostal incision would be used to expose the: -ANSWER-
Spleen
Intraoperatively, lidocaine with epinephrine may be contraindicated in patients who are -ANSWER-Hypertensive
What approach is used for the removal of a small acoustic neuroma that is located int he internal auditory canal? -ANSWER-Middle fossa
Which of the following must be obtained from a patient undergoing surgical procedures, fertility treatments, chemotherapy, or experimental treatment? -ANSWER-Special written consent
What drug is used to treat hypotension and shock? -ANSWER- Levophed
The agent used to expand blood plasma volume is: -ANSWER-
Dextran
What does the term chole refer to? -ANSWER-Bile
When preparing instruments for sterilization, all the following are
completed with the exception of: -ANSWER-Lining the tray with
nonwoven disposable wrapper
Which of the following is an initial incision for an abdominoplasty? - ANSWER-Low transverse
When performing a rhinoplasty, the exostosis of the nose is removed
with a: -ANSWER-Chisel
Which type of sterilization requires the use of the Bowie-Dick Test? - ANSWER-Prevacuum steam
What is the first federal act to establish patent privacy standards? - ANSWER-Heath Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
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