Duplicate of M1 Exam: CH 1 Orientation to Surgical Technology

Which term describes the relationship between the CST and other surgical team members in the OR?

A letter that introduces details about an applicant and their accomplishments is a:

This independent national organization develops standards for and accredits healthcare organizations across the country.

A group that is in Tuckman’s stage of storming would display characteristics of:

Of the four components of communication, which of the following components could be distorted by outside noise?

A contracted physician in PPO/HMO is reimbursed it based on capacitated payment rate rather than traditional service

Global thinking, time management, effective delegation, and multi-project management traits represent:

Which of the following departments would be responsible for tracking higher-than-normal post-operative infection rates?

Which of the following pioneers of medicine and surgery developed the technique of antiseptic surgery?

The fundamental aspects of surgery promote positive team interactions and encourage discussion of potential conflicts.

Surgical case management consists of _____ phases.

Confidentiality, sterile technique, and nondiscriminatory treatment are key principles of professionalism.

This department controls the environment, repairs equipment, and performs safety checks.

This federal regulatory agency enforces workplace safety standards and prevents work-related injuries.

Which of the following principles of surgical conscience discusses the avoidance of unnecessary waste?

Being committed to patient confidentiality means never discussing patient information in public.

What does the acronym DRG stand for in the hospital setting?

Graduates of a CAAHEP-accredited program are eligible for the national certification exam through which organizations?

Which of the following organizations publishes the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology?

A CST demonstrating teamwork and cooperation to find a solution exhibits conflict resolution behaviors

Which of the following terms describes a hospital owned by an individual or corporation?

AST’s mission statement is “Enhancing the profession to ensure quality patient care.”

Which of the following organizations would a circulating nurse likely join?

Which of the following surgical team members maintains the operative record?

Of the four components of communication, who “decodes” the message?

This historical figure is known as the father of modern anatomy and revolutionized anatomical studies

Surgical technologists usually work under the direction of which of the following hospital administrators?

Which of the following historical figures developed the first X-ray machine?

A malfunctioning medical device, with or without injury, is removed from service and reported appropriately

This department establishes safety policies, identifies hazards, and develops solutions for patients and employees.

A private surgical technologist is usually employed by:

Which of the following terms is used to classify a planned procedure?

A letter to thank an interviewer for the opportunity to interview but declines the position is a:

Which of the following examples of nonverbal body language might be perceived as a NEGATIVE attitude?

This federal insurance provider reimburses physicians and hospitals for qualified patients.

During the postoperative phase, this surgical team member separates instruments and disassembles the sterile field.

Which stage of Tuckman’s Group Development involves team members developing a plan and working toward a goal?

A CST may advance within an organization to higher roles through professional development and training programs.

Which of the following types of insurance providers includes contracted providers and services with predetermined fees?

Professionalism for the surgical technologist begins with competency in the workplace.

Which of the following departments would provide pre-, intra-, and postoperative pathological studies?

Which choice describes provider reimbursement based on average charges, such as an appendectomy costing $4000?

The ARC/STSA administers the certification exam for surgical technologists and owns the CST® and CSFA® credentials

Which of the following roles primarily consists of providing exposure, visualization, and closure of body planes?

The terms entry-level, proficient, and expert practitioners are applied to:

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) and American Board of Medical Specialties recognize surgical specialties.