AORN Periop 101 FINAL EXAM COMPLETE 110 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS A+ GRADED
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AORN Prep 101
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AORN Prep 101
AORN Periop 101 FINAL EXAM
COMPLETE 110 QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
A+ GRADED
1.)ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) protocols are a
prescribed program that patients are to follow after participating in
education that is specific to the surgery. These protocols have been
shown to b...
AORN Periop 101 FINAL EXAM
COMPLETE 110 QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
A+ GRADED
1.) ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) protocols are a
prescribed program that patients are to follow after participating in
education that is specific to the surgery. These protocols have been
shown to be beneficial to the patient, improve surgical outcomes,
and decrease costs. - ANSWER ✔ Patients and their providers
follow these specific protocols:
• Prior to surgery
• The day of surgery
• During surgery
• After surgery
2.) ASA Physical Status Classification ASA 1: - ANSWER ✔ A
normal healthy patient
3.) ASA Physical Status Classification ASA 2: - ANSWER ✔ Patient
with mild systemic disease
4.) ASA Physical Status Classification ASA 3: - ANSWER ✔ Patient
with severe systemic disease
5.) ASA Physical Status Classification ASA 4: - ANSWER ✔ Patient
with severe systemic disease that is a constant threat to life
6.) ASA Physical Status Classification ASA 5: - ANSWER ✔ A
moribund patient who is not expected to survive without the
operation
,7.) ASA Physical Status Classification ASA 6: - ANSWER ✔ A
declared brian-dead patient whose organs are being removed for
organ donation
8.) Factors that determine the level of patient care in the
postanesthesia phase include: - ANSWER ✔ • Type of surgery
• Length of surgery
• Type of anesthesia
• Comorbid conditions
• Anticipated postanesthesia requirements and interventions
9.) Phase II staffing and patient acuity
RN-to-patient ratio: - ANSWER ✔ • 1:3 for patients older than 8
years
• 1:2 for patients 8 years of age and younger
10.) Phase II is often the last opportunity for the nurse to provide
education to the patient and their family/support group. What
method is used to ensure the patient or family understands: -
ANSWER ✔ Teach back - pt. performs activity to show
comprehension or if further teaching is needed
11.) Term used when a patient bypasses Phase I postanesthesia
care and transfers directly to Phase II, which may be referred to as
step-down recovery where a hand-off communication tool is
implemented between patient care providers to help ensure
continuity of care and patient safety. - ANSWER ✔ Fast Tracking
12.) The patient follow-up phone call is an important element of
postanesthesia care which because: - ANSWER ✔ • Most surgical
complications occur within 48 hours of the procedure.
• Postoperative instructions are reviewed and reinforced.
• Questions are answered.
• Reminders are provided concerning follow-up appointments.
,13.) Failure to follow the IFU can: - ANSWER ✔ • Result in
patient injury
• Invalidate the equipment warranty
• Result in accreditation organization citations
14.) Three tenets of radiation safety are - ANSWER ✔ Three
tenets of radiation safety are
• Time
Maintain the shortest amount of exposure time as
possible.
• Distance
Maintain the greatest distance possible from the
radiation source.
• Shielding
Wear lead aprons, thyroid shields, and, when possible,
leaded eyewear.
15.) Single-use ESU pads: - ANSWER ✔ • Are opened as close
to the time of use as possible
• Have an expiration date
• Are available in a variety of sizes
• Should be connected to a return-electrode generator
• Should not be cut
16.) Precautions must be taken when using monopolar
electrosurgery on the patient with an IED.
Recommendations include: - ANSWER ✔ • Inactivate or
reprogram the IED when it is safe to do so.
• Place the dispersive pad as close as possible to the surgical
site.
• Place the active electrode cord away from the pulse
generator.
, • Verify that the IED leads are not between the active electrode
and the dispersive pad.
17.) Laser Safety Precautions include: - ANSWER ✔ • Place
laser warning signs on the outside of the OR doors.
• Place protective eyewear for the type of laser being used at
each entrance to the room where a laser is in use.
• Keep the doors closed.
• Cover the windows with laser blocking covers.
• Test the laser before use; follow the IFU for the laser to be
used.
• Include a laser tine out before laser use.
• Keep the laser in standby mode when it is not in use in the
OR.
• Remove the laser key and store it in a secure location.
18.) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH) Hierarchy of Controls
Elimination include: - ANSWER ✔ • Physical removal of the
hazard
- Administrative Controls
- Personal Protective Equipment
19.) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH) Hierarchy of Controls
Substitution include: - ANSWER ✔ Hazard replacement
20.) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH) Hierarchy of Controls
Engineering Controls include: - ANSWER ✔ • Hazard isolation
Smoke evacuation
Needleless IV system
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