Is the surgical tech exam hard?

Surgical Technologists take the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification exam. The test contains 175 questions (with 150 used to compute passing scores) and 75.9 percent passed in 2018. Candidates must correctly answer 102 of the 150 (68%) questions to pass the exam.

Can surgical techs wear makeup?

Makeup is OK Although makeup is not contraindicated because of medical practice issues such as infection, surgical techs may sweat under the mask and goggles, which could smear makeup or make it run. Artificial or long fingernails — while not technically makeup — are typically forbidden because of infection issues.

What exactly do surgical techs do?

What Surgical Technologists Do. Surgical technologists, also called operating room technicians, assist with operations. They prepare operating rooms, arrange equipment, and help doctors during surgeries.

How many clinical hours does a surgical tech need?

1500

What is OT protocol?

Operating room protocol is a collection of principles that must be followed by the staff present in the. operating room to ensure safety of the patient and the staff.