Nbstsa Cst Practice Exam A

Which of the following retractors is used for a C-section? A. De Lee B. Hibbs C. O'Connor-O'Sullivan D. Auvard {Ans: A. De Lee}Which of the following medications is the anesthesia provider responsible for recording the name, amount, and delivery method during a surgical procedure? A. thrombin B. topically applied epinephrine C. polymyxin B sulfate irrigation D. propofol {Ans: D. propofol}At the conclusion of a surgical case, how would the surgical technologist in the scrub role aid in reducing bioburden on instruments as the first step in the sterilization cycle? A. hand cleaning B. disinfection C. sorting D. sterilization {Ans: A. hand cleaning}A pneumatic tourniquet may be used for extremity surgery to A. exsanguinate the extremity. B. allow the surgeon more operating time. C. reduce blood loss. D. create an anesthetic effect. {Ans: C. reduce blood loss.}Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock? A. tachycardia B. hypertension C. cold, clammy skin D. increased respirations {Ans: B. hypertension}Which of the following instruments should be included in a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) setup? A. lithotrite B. urethrotome C. resectoscope D. Randall {Ans: C. resectoscope}