"About the book: Study questions: Pearson's Surgical Technology Exam Review 4/e. The book has been designed to help the student prepare for the national certification exam. There are over 700 multiple-choice questions that cover the topics on the exam and follow the exam format, as well as anatomy labeling exercises in several chapters. Working through these questions will help you assess your strengths and weaknesses in each area of study. Correct answers and comprehensive rationales are included. Outline format: unlike some review books that only contain questions and answers, Pearson's Surgical Technology Exam Review 4/e contains valuable review information in an easy-to-read outline format. Clinical application questions: a new feature of the fourth edition is the addition of a clinical application section for each procedural chapter. Questions are organized in the same manner as a surgical procedure, calling on knowledge of diagnostic testing, anatomy and physiology, anesthesia and medications, positioning and aides, instrumentation, sutures, and other topics -- just like a real case!" -- Page ix.

Medical Terminology -- Anatomy and Physiology -- Microbiology and Infection Control -- Pharmacology and Anesthesia -- Biomedical Technology -- The Surgical Environment -- Surgical Asepsis -- The Surgical Patient -- Wound Management -- Instrumentation, Equipment, and Case Preparation -- Professional Aspects -- General Surgery -- Obstetrics and Gynecological Surgery -- Genitourinary Surgery -- Head and Neck Surgery -- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery -- Orthopedic Surgery -- Neurosurgery -- Ophthalmic Surgery -- Thoracic, Cardiac, and Vascular Surgery -- Practice Test.