AST Surgical Technologist CST Practice Exam
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SOLVED (Newest 2025) Which cranial nerve is affected by trigeminal neuralgia? - Correct Answers ✅V (Five) What is used to lubricate the donor site and reduce friction from the dermatome? - Correct Answers ✅Mineral oil Which of the following is an example of proper sterile technique when performing the prep for a split thickness skin graft? - Correct Answers ✅Donor site first What is the recommended range of intra-abdominal pressure in an adult patient when using an insufflator during a laparoscopic procedure? - Correct Answers ✅12-15mm Hg Which of these terms refers to the inability to direct both eyes at the same object? - Correct Answers ✅Strabismus What procedure is performed to correct chronic cerebral ischemia? - Correct Answers ✅Endarterectomy According to the Rule of Nines, what percentage is assigned to the front and back of the trunk? - Correct Answers
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AST Surgical Technologist CST Practice Exam
3 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
SOLVED (Newest 2025) Which term refers to an abnormal increase in the number of cells? - Correct Answers ✅Hyperplasia
A second intention wound heals by: - Correct Answers
✅Granulation
Intraoperative ventricular arrhythmias are treated with: -
Correct Answers ✅Lidocaine How many millileters equal two (2) ounces? - Correct Answers ✅60
Covering a sterile back table for later use is: - Correct
Answers ✅Not permissible under any circumstances In which position would a patient be placed to counteract hypovolemia? - Correct Answers ✅Trendelenburg Which of the following types of suture create the least tissue trauma and drag? - Correct Answers ✅Swaged monofilament Which organization has legal oversight for the safety of healthcare providers in the work place? - Correct Answers
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AST Surgical Technologist CST Practice Exam
3 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
SOLVED (Newest 2025) Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is most applicable to the surgical patient? - Correct Answers ✅Physiological and survival Which of the following would be incorrect technique when removing the sterile gown and gloves? - Correct Answers ✅Gloves removed first What type of procedure might require a laparoscopy combination drape? - Correct Answers ✅Abdominoperineal resection
Cell destruction by steam sterilization occurs by: - Correct
Answers ✅Coagulation of protein which technique is not acceptable when draping? - Correct Answers ✅Unfold drape before bringing up to the OR table
A patient's fingernail polish is removed to: - Correct
Answers ✅Allow for use of pulse oximeter What is the purpose of maintaining the air exchange rate at 15-29 times per hour in the OR? - Correct Answers ✅Reduce microbial count
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