Lange Q&A Surgical Technology Examination, Sixth Edition

More than 1,500 Q&As provide a complete review for surgical technologist certification LANGE Q&A: Surgical Technology Examination, 6edelivers 1,500 Q&As modeled after those on the national certification examination. The book includes detailed answer explanations and covers all major areas of surgical technology. The Sixth Edition has been updated to cover the latest surgical techniques, instruments and procedures. Features Companion CD-ROM includes interactive test simulation feature that allows users to build a custom exam and keep track of their scores NEW chapter organization follows AST blueprint NEW introduction with emphasis on study methods NEW photos of more than 75 instruments NEW questions on the latest instruments for advanced procedures in ophthalmology, neurosurgery, and orthopedics (endoscopic instrumentation) NEW questions on robot-guided surgery and endoscopic surgery

Part 1 Fundamental Knowledge
1. Terminology
2. Anatomy and Physiology
3. Microbiology
4. Pharmacology and Anesthesia

Part 2 Infection Control5. Aseptic Technique
6. Sterilization and Disinfection
7. Operating Room Environment

Part 3 Concepts of Patient Care
8. Transportation and Positioning
9. Observation
10. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
11. Medical Ethical and Legal Responsibilities
12. Occupational Hazards

Part 4 Preoperative Preparation
13. Consents
14. Skin Preparation and Draping
15. Instruments
16. Equipment and Supplies
17. Counts and Specimens
18. Sutures and Drains

Part 5 Intraoperative and Postoperative Procedures
19. General Surgery
20. Obstetrics and Gynecology
21. Opthalmology
22. Otorhinolaryngology
23. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
24. Genitourinary Surgery
25. Thoracic Surgery
26. Cardiovascular and Peripheral Vascular Surgery
27. Orthopedic Surgery
28. Neurosurgery
29. Pediatric Surgery
30. Emergency Procedures

Part 6 Technology in the Operating Room
31. Computers
32. Surgical Applications of Electricity
33. Physics and Medicine
34. Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)
35. Surgical Robots