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Cengage: Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist 5th ed.
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What do proper body mechanics do for us
Makes sure we are in the correct position for every situation
help protect the body from injury
2
What type of bed would a cystoscopy procedure require
One where cautery is being used
One where the patient is in Supine position
genitourinary procedures such as endoscopic prostate surgery
One where the patient is in prone position
3
Suction outlets
Each OR should have at least four
Each OR should have at least one
Each OR must have at least two
Each OR should have at least three
4
How far away from the laser impact site should the smoke evacuator be placed?
0.7mm to 0.4mm ideal 0.5mm
0.5mm to 0.3mm ideal 0.3mm
0.8mm to 0.4mm ideal 0.4mm
0.3mm to 0.1mm ideal 0.1mm
5
Where are sponges from the operative field discarded?
Kick bucket
Straight into the dumpster
Linen Hamper
The trash
6
How much exposure in gravity displacement is required for sterilization of wrapped instruments?
25 minutes @ 250 F
30 minutes @ 250 F
35 minutes @ 250 F
40 minutes @ 250 F
7
which area must the surgical tech wear scrub attire; complete head, nose and mouth cover
Operating room
Anesthesia workroom
Corridor between surgical rooms
PACU
8
How many air exchanges per hour must take place in the OR
18-23
20-25
30-35
15-20
9
What would you use to put out a fire involving a laser generator?
Sterile water
Combustion towel
Fire extinguisher
Drapes
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how small of particles will a smoke evacuator filter?
0.3 to 0.7 um
1.3 to 1.7 um
0.1 to 0.5 um
1.1 to 0.5 um
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What is PACU
Post-anesthesia care unit
Partial Assessment Counter Underlayment
another word for NSII
Potential Acceptance into Counciling
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Restricted area
Open to the public
only surgeons and ST's are able to enter
Street clothes are acceptable
Proper OR attire including masks are required
13
Hypodermics
Shouldn't be used during surgery
Should be placed in a sealed container when done being used.
Should be thrown away
Should never be recapped
14
What piece of OR furniture is most proximal to the Op Site
ring stand
mayo stand
prep table
back table
15
All of the following areas are considered unrestricted EXCEPT the:
Dining area
OR suite changing room
Family waiting room
Surgical suite
16
Term given to the continuous flow of air from inside the operating room outward
Laminar air flow
Negative air pressure
Positive air pressure
17
know the type of ventilation system used in the OR
Negative air pressure to provide clean air
Positive air pressure to provide clean air
18
What is formalin?
A medication that will prevent blood clots
preservative for tissue specimens to be sent to the pathology department
A medication that will prevent hypertension
A medication that will prevent hypotension
19
what immunoglobulins cause a type 1 allergic reaction?
immunoglobulin E
immunoglobulin C
immunoglobulin A
immunoglobulin D
20
Process by which used equipment, medical devices and instruments are made safe to handle.
Disinfection
Decontamination
Terminal cleaning
sterilization
21
How long must instruments be dry prior to soaking in cidex to achieve disinfection?>
20 Minutes
30 minutes
10 hours
24 hours
22
what is ergonomics
The arrangement of things in the OR
The amount of time allotted for a surgery
Personal impact of duties of the job description and use of equipment
The order in which you should open supplies in the OR
23
Who is OSHA
Occupational Sharing and Help Administration. Provides any assistance neede
Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Workplace safety
24
Know all forms of PPE and what they are used to protect you from
Eye-wear, gloves, gown/apron, waterproof shoe covers
Drapes, blankets, pillows, gowns, goggles
shoes and goggles
Sponges, drapes, covers
25
Where do instrument "booms" originate from
OR table
floor
Anesthesia cart
Ceiling
26
What should the temperature in the OR be kept at?
Between 68-73 degrees
67-72 degrees
Between 65-70 degrees
65-73 degrees
27
The Bowie-Dick test is a:
Chemical indicator for sterilization
Indicator for air leaks
Biological indicator
Indicator for water leaks
28
Process by which all microorganisms including spores are destroyed
Terminal cleaning
Decontamination
Sterilization
Disinfection
29
Where is latex derived from -What percentage of HC workers are allergic
Rubber trees, 5 to 15% are allergic
Rubber trees, 17-23% are allergic
Rubber trees, 8 to 17% are allergic
Rubber trees, 5-12% are allergic
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Administrative offices the main desk and locker rooms are semi-restricted area
True
False
31
Why do doors remain closed in the OR
To keep a low temperature during a procedure
To protect the internal environment from external contamination
To help keep the OR quiet
32
Who maintains the safety and operating conditions of many operating room devices?
biomedical personnel
Medical staff
surgeon
Surgical Tech
33
What are some table attachments for positioning?
Extension for taller patients, sealed suction cup areas.
You can't attach anything to the OR table.
Leg stirrups and arm boards on rails found on the side
34
What is the 2 and 3 prongs for in an electrical plug?
Electricity supplied through 2, 3rd prevents patient electrocution
All prongs supply electricity. 3rd prong is incase the cord is pulled.
The third prong is so the plug doesnt get pulled from the wall.
3rd prong supplies electricity, 2 prongs prevent electrocution
35
What is a fire triangle?
Source of ignition, O2, Co2
Source of ignition, flammable gas or liquid, extinguishing of the flame
Source of ignition, flammable gas or liquid, O2
36
What is a neutral zone and what is its purpose?
Place to put instruments when you are completely done using them
Area to help prevent sharps injuries intraoperatively
Area to put bloody materials
Zone where only the ST is able to use
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What is PMMA?
Positive Masters Movement Association. A movement for surgeons rights
Positive Mental Attitude. The mindset a Surgical Tech should have
Polymethyl methacrylate a glass subsitute
38
What does pathology do?
Studies the patients medical history to determine what can and cant be used
Designates the neutral zone in each OR
Testing, processing, and diagnosing specimens
39
What part of the anesthesia cart will remove waste gases?
Pressure regulator
Flow control valve
gas-scavenging system
Gas ventilator with bag attachment
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What is PEP?
Post exposure prophylaxis
Protect the Exposed Patient
Power Exposure Points
41
why do OR overhead lightbulbs approximate sunlight
So they provide glare-free illumination
So it is bright
So they can use solar panels which is safer energy
So they produce heat and keep the patient warm
42
What diagnostic test emits ionizing radiation
Mammography
Endoscopy
Fluoroscopy
CT scan
43
Where and how are infectious, blood-saturated and dripping medical wastes discarded?
Kick bucket
Linen hamper
red-colored biohazard bags. Contaminated sharps in a sealed container
Sealed in an enclosed container that will be immediately thrown out.
44
How do you operate a fire extinguisher?
PASS- Pull, Aim, Squeeze from 8ft back, Sweep nozzle Back and forth
SWEEP, Squeeze, Wet the flame, extinguish, extra extinguish, Put away ext.
45
What is the dry erase board used for in the OR?
Sponges, sharps, instrument counts and other important information
The surgeon
46
Who is AAMI and what do they do
including sterilization, electrical safety, levels of device safety
Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
They prevent workplace injuries by keeping track of sharp objects in OR's
They count each instrument in each OR
47
what equipment provides the highest potential for OR fires
ESU, Laser, Generator
ESU, Biohazard bags, OR lights
ESU, fiber optic lights, laser fibers and beams
Oxygen, anesthesia cart, ESU
48
Semi-restricted area
Contain dressing rooms and preoperative holding
OR attire is required, surgical scrub suit and hair covers.
Dont require OR attire
49
What is a back table and what is it used for?
most sterile supplies are opened and organized
where sharps box and other things are held
Goes over the patient. holds sterile supplies
holds sharp instruments during surgery
50
Pre-op holding
where patient is taken after surgery
where the patient is prepared for surgery
PACU
51
What are some parts of the OR table
Breakpoints/bendable areas, removeable sections and attachments
Mattress, pillow, sheets, blankets and sometimes drapes
Side lamps, length extension for taller patients, buttons to move it.
Wheels, brake locks, remote to move the table.
52
the color of emergency shut off valves for oxygen Green
Red
Orange
Yellow
Green
53
Who is NIOSH and what is their role in the OR
Helps prevent injuries in the OR
Similar to OSHA but deals only with equipment
National institute for occupational safety and health
research oriented in establishing exposure limits for chemicals gas/vapor
54
safety steps when using x-ray (radiation) in the OR
Lead apron, shoes, gloves, and mask.
Cover your abdominal area with any solid material. Make sure to wear a mask
Wear a mask the covers the entire face and lead apron.
Wear a lead apron and thyroid shield.
55
What is static electricity and how is it created?
Created when something is not dried properly. can create fires
Friction between two forces proximity to an electrostatic force or magnets
Can be source of ignition
56
Components of ESU and creators of it in 1926
Harvey Cushing MD, and William Bovie. the machine itself
Harvey Cushing MD, and William Bovie. Generator and handpiece
Harvey Cushing MD, and William Bovie. Three prong cord, handle for movement
Harvey Cushing MD, and William Bovie. Buttons on the front, on/off switch
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CSPD
Controlled Sterile Processing Department
Creation of surgical instrumentation department
Central Sterile Supply and Processing Department
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Process in which microorganisms are destroyed with the use of heat or chemical means:
Disinfection
terminal cleaning
decontamination
Sterilization
59
Unrestricted area
Include inside the OR itself
Require proper OR attire including masks
near the entrance, isolated from the main hospital coridoors. normalClothes
60
Know why the OR is designed the way it is
To control traffic and supply each OR with needed supplies
To be able to access the OR immediately after entering the hospital
For traffic and ventilation patterns
To efficiently be able to have a good turnover rate
