Chapters 1-3 Quiz review

Which of the following is NOT a form of individual professional credentialing that protects the public

Which war saw the beginning of Surgical Technology as we know it today?

Specimen loss, mislabeling, and improper preparation are examples of which of the following?

The CST and CSFA credentials are registered trademarks of which organization?

What do conscientiousness, skills competency, teamwork, and commitment to continuing education represent for a CST?

In a common adage, what is the "Best medicine" in health care?

The ARC/STSA administers the national certification examination for surgical techs and owns CST and CSFA credentials.

All of the following are components of the surgical patient's medical record EXCEPT:

A physician who is a contracted provider in a PPO or HMO will receive reimbursement for fees based on a rate of payment.

Which area of concern or fear would MOST likely be the main focus for a teenage patient having surgery?

Surgical technologists may discuss details of their daily experiences as long as they are not in a public place.

Which of the following is NOT a form of advance directive?

The first scrub technologist performs intraoperative tasks under the broad delegatory authority of the:

Which organization develops national certification exams for surgical technologists and surgical first assistants?

Which type of legal action is MOST likely in cases involving tort law and operating room personnel?

Which of the following best describes the process of keeping accurate and legal records of a patient's medical care?

Which of the following historical figures is considered the father of modern anatomy?

How many phases of surgical case management are there?

Cultural and religious values of patients can conflict with the practice of modern medicine.

The phase "Departure from the standard of care" BEST describes which of the following legal terms?

Which of these is independent, nonprofit organization that holds standards and accredits health care organizations?

Denial, rationalization, regression, and repression are common forms of what type of mechanisms?

Which of these was known in the 90s as causing more deaths in the U.S. than car accidents, AIDS, and cancer combined?

AST's mission statement is, "Enhancing the profession to ensure quality patient care."

A circulator is considered a non-sterile team member.