Chapter 1 Flashcards
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What is an elective surgical procedure?
A planned procedure that is chosen by the patient and scheduled in advance.
What are the three phases of surgical case management?
Preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative.
What is the role of a circulating nurse in the surgical team?
Maintains the operative record.
What is the responsibility of a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) during the postoperative phase?
Responsible for separating instruments and disassembling the sterile field.
Who is considered the father of modern anatomy?
Paré.
What significant advancement in medical diagnostics did Roentgen contribute?
Developed the first X-ray machine.
What technique did Lister develop to reduce post-operative infections?
Antiseptic surgery.
What eligibility do graduates of a CAAHEP accredited program have?
Eligible for the national certification examination through NBSTSA.
What is a clinical ladder in the context of career advancement?
A program through which a CST may advance to positions with more responsibility.
What levels are defined in the AST Recommended Clinical Ladder?
- Entry-level
- Proficient
- Expert practitioners
What is the role of a Surgical First Assistant?
Provides exposure, visualization, and closure of body planes.
In what type of employment is a Private Surgical Technologist usually found?
Employed by a physician, physician group, or agency.
What does professional relationship describe in the surgical team?
The CST’s relationship with other members of the surgical team.
What is the importance of teamwork in a surgical setting?
Encourages positive interactions and discussion of potential conflicts.
What is the role of the receiver in communication?
Decodes the message.
What might tightly folded arms indicate in nonverbal communication?
A negative attitude.
What does collaborating in conflict resolution involve?
Working with others to reach a solution.
What principles are included in surgical conscience?
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Practicing strict sterile technique
- Demonstrating nondiscriminatory treatment
What type of hospital is proprietary?
Owned by an individual or corporation.
What are HMO and PPO in the context of insurance?
Types of providers with contracted services and predetermined fees.
What is the role of Biomedical Engineering in a hospital?
Responsible for controlling the physical environment and repairing equipment.
What is the function of risk management in healthcare?
Establishes safety policies and identifies hazards.
What does the pathology department provide?
Pre-, intra-, and postoperative studies.
What agency enforces workplace safety standards?
OSHA.
