#1
Which of the following is not a primary role in surgical healthcare?
Surgeon
Anesthesiologist
Radiologist
Nurse
#2
What is the main function of a scrub nurse in the operating room?
To administer anesthesia
To assist the surgeon during the procedure
To maintain a sterile field
To manage post-operative care
#3
What is the role of a surgical technologist in the operating room?
To interpret diagnostic images
To assist the surgeon during the procedure
To administer anesthesia
To perform post-operative assessments
#4
Which of the following is a professional organization specifically for surgical nurses?
American Medical Association (AMA)
National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses (NAON)
Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN)
National League for Nursing (NLN)
#5
Which of the following is a responsibility of a surgical nurse preoperatively?
Administering anesthesia
Scrubbing in for the surgery
Assisting with positioning the patient
Monitoring the patient's vital signs during surgery
#6
In a surgical team, who is responsible for ensuring that all instruments and equipment are sterile and ready for use?
Surgeon
Anesthesiologist
Scrub nurse
Surgical technologist
#7
Which of the following is a key role of a surgical administrator?
Performing surgical procedures
Managing the financial aspects of surgical departments
Providing direct patient care during surgeries
Developing new surgical techniques
#8
In which type of healthcare setting would you typically find a surgical assistant?
Primary care clinic
Emergency department
Operating room
Rehabilitation center
#9
What is the primary responsibility of a surgical coordinator?
Scheduling surgeries and coordinating patient care
Assisting the surgeon during the procedure
Providing pre-operative counseling to patients
Performing surgical procedures independently
#10
What is the primary purpose of a surgical quality improvement program?
To increase hospital revenue
To enhance patient outcomes and safety
To reduce surgeon workload
To minimize equipment costs
#11
Which regulatory agency oversees the safety of medical devices used in surgical procedures?
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
#12
What is the primary role of a surgical educator?
To perform surgical procedures
To teach and train surgical techniques
To manage the administrative tasks of a surgical department
To develop new surgical instruments
#13
Which of the following is a function of a circulating nurse during surgery?
Assisting the surgeon directly
Documenting the procedure
Handling surgical instruments
Administering anesthesia
#14
In a surgical team, who is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of patient records and documentation?
Surgeon
Anesthesiologist
Scrub nurse
Surgical technologist
#15
Which organization is responsible for accrediting surgical facilities in the United States?
American Medical Association (AMA)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
American College of Surgeons (ACS)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
#16
What is the role of a surgical oncologist?
To perform minimally invasive surgeries
To specialize in surgeries related to the nervous system
To treat cancer through surgical procedures
To provide post-operative rehabilitation
#17
What is the purpose of obtaining informed consent from a patient before surgery?
To ensure the patient is financially prepared for the procedure
To confirm that the patient has insurance coverage
To provide the patient with information about the risks and benefits of the procedure
To verify the patient's identity
#18
Which organization is responsible for setting standards for surgical education and training in the United States?
American Medical Association (AMA)
American College of Surgeons (ACS)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
#19
What is the role of a surgical liaison in a healthcare facility?
To provide emotional support to patients
To communicate between surgical staff and other departments
To perform surgical procedures independently
To interpret diagnostic images