Question

q7. a patient on the table goes into cardiac arrest, and the surgeon resuscitates the patient. what is the surgical technicians responsibility?
hand the surgeon a loaded needle holder and forceps for closing
break scrub and call for help
remain sterile and maintain the sterile field
move the electrosurgical unit away from the operating table

Explanation:

In a surgical setting during a cardiac arrest, the surgical technician's key role is to maintain sterility. Breaking scrub (contaminating the sterile field) is incorrect. Handing closing instruments is for a normal end - of - surgery scenario, not during resuscitation. Moving the electrosurgical unit is not the main priority. Maintaining the sterile field is crucial as the surgical team may need to continue or resume the procedure after resuscitation, and a sterile field reduces the risk of infection.

Answer:

Remain sterile and maintain the sterile field