Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Practice Exam

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What instrument set should the surgical technologist have available in the OR when preparing for an inguinal herniorraphy?

  1. Rectal

  2. Bowel

  3. Vascular

  4. Biliary

The correct answer is: Bowel

The correct choice of the bowel instrument set for an inguinal herniorrhaphy is based on the nature of the procedure, which involves the groin area where the inguinal canal is located and often includes the repair of potential incarceration or strangulation of the bowel. This type of surgery may necessitate handling surrounding bowel structures or even addressing any potential damage if the hernia involves bowel tissue. Having a bowel instrument set available is essential because the instruments included in this set are specifically designed to facilitate procedures that involve manipulation and repair of gastrointestinal tissues. These instruments allow for safe and efficient handling of the bowel, ensuring the surgeon can navigate the operative field effectively while minimizing the risk of injury to surrounding structures. The other instrument sets mentioned—rectal, vascular, and biliary—are geared toward different types of surgeries. The rectal set is used for procedures involving the rectum and anus, the vascular set is for surgeries that involve blood vessels, and the biliary set is utilized for surgeries involving the biliary system, such as gallbladder removals or common bile duct explorations. None of these are suitable for a procedure specifically targeting the inguinal hernia repair. Thus, the bowel instrument set is the most appropriate choice