NBSTSA 2024 / 2025 Exam Version 2 | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct (2024 / 2025 Latest Update) Grade A
Question:
Which of the following types of laser is typically used for stone fragmentation in the ureter?
A.argon B.krypton C.carbon dioxide D.
holmium: YAG
Answer:
holmium: YAG
Question: 1 / 4
If a patient is undergoing a mastectomy immediately followed by reconstruction, how many surgical setups should be obtained?
A.One; the reconstruction will immediately follow the mastectomy, so the same instruments can be used without additional interventions.B.One; the reconstruction will immediately follow the mastectomy, so the same instruments can be used after they are cleaned with sterile water.C.Two; the reconstruction will immediately follow the mastectomy, but a second set of instruments should be used to prevent seeding.D.Two; the reconstruction will immediately follow the mastectomy, but it will be done in a different OR so two sets are needed.
Answer:
Two; the reconstruction will immediately follow the mastectomy, but a second set of instruments should be used to prevent seeding.
Question:
Which of the following instruments is used to thread a vascular graft from one incision to another?
A.hemostat 2 / 4
B.tunneler C.DeBakey vascular forceps D.Randall Stone forceps
Answer:
tunneler
Question:
A patient has developed a hematoma at the incision site after the surgeon has left the room. The surgical technologist should
A.place a pressure dressing on the site.B.cover the site with Dermabond.C.use a Steri-Strip for the incision site.D.request the surgeon to return.
Answer:
request the surgeon to return.
- / 4
Question:
The surgical technologist hands the surgeon the dressing at the end of a procedure. Which of the following is the BEST method to follow in regard to removing the drape?
A.The circulator applies the tape before the removal of the drape.B.The circulator assists the surgeon with cleaning the patient before removing the drape.C.A sterile team member holds the dressing in place while the drape is removed.D.A sterile team member applies the tape after the drape has been removed.
Answer:
A sterile team member holds the dressing in place while the drape is removed.
Question:
Following an abdominal surgery, the surgeon has just closed the peritoneum.Which of the following layers will be sutured NEXT?
A.fascia
- / 4