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For a kidney transplant, which intraoperative measure is essential for preserving organ viability?

Which of the following is an appropriate task for the surgical technologist during the preoperative phase?

During a thyroidectomy, the surgical team closely monitors for injury to which nerve to prevent vocal cord paralysis?

An emergency drug given to stabilize ventricular fibrillation 

During an emergent trauma case, one instrument is unaccounted for at the closing count. What is the most important NEXT step?

A surgical technologist preparing for a craniotomy must ensure which item is readily available for brain tissue protection?

Which technique BEST maintains the integrity of the sterile field during a long, complex procedure?

During a chemical spill in the OR, which is the MOST appropriate initial response?

During a procedure, a surgical technologist suspects that a countable item is missing. What should be the immediate NEXT step?

Which action is MOST important for the surgical technologist to perform upon receiving the patient in the preoperative holding area?