Chapter 1

Which example of nonverbal body language might a patient perceive as a negative attitude from a team member?

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

What type of professional would have DO or DPM after his or her name?

Which of the following membership organizations would the circulating RN in the OR likely join as a member?

Who was the first person to develop surgical antisepsis techniques?

Which federal regulatory agency is dedicated to enforcing workplace safety and preventing worker injuries?

what year was the first OR book technicians published?

Who is responsible for disassembling the sterile field after surgery?

The federal governmental insurance programs under the general heading of CMS include all of the following EXCEPT:

Which organization is responsible for electing the Board of Directors for surgical technology?

If a nurse thinks someone has a strange and serious sickness, which gov. agency is told?

What is the term used to describe a surgery that can be delayed?

What does AST stand for?

Which term describes a physician-group-owned hospital?

Which of the following historical figures developed the x-ray machine?

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

Who is considered the father of modern anatomy and revolutionized anatomical studies?

What's the CST's relationship with the rest of the surgical team in the OR?

What are the 3 types of work relationships?

Which department would provide services for the repair of broken equipment or to do routine preventative checks?