AORN Questions
1. E
2. G
3. B
4. H
5. A
6. F
7. C
8. D - ANS-Arrange the given steps of the scrubbing procedure in the proper sequence.
Scrubbing procedure steps Correct Order
A. Clean under the fingernails of both hands with the nail cleaner
B. Open the sterile scrub sponge package
C. Repeat the procedure for other hand
D. Rinse hands & arms keeping the fingers pointed upward
E. Inspection of hands & arms
F. Scrub fingertips, nails, palm, & wrist to 2 inches above elbow
G. Open the gown & place on the table
H. Wet & lather hands & forearms
A, B, and D - ANS-Vaccine-preventable diseases against which healthcare providers should be
immunized include:
A. hepatitis B
B. seasonal influenza
C. tuberculosis
D. varicella
B and C
A and D
A, B, and D
A, B, C, and D
A. "Racetrack" is a floorplan design
C. There is unidirectional traffic in the semi-restricted zone
E. Temperature in the restricted zone can be maintained at 70 degrees
F. Air in the surgical suite is cleaned by passing through HEPA filters - ANS-Identify the
statements that are true to the 3 surgical zones.
Select all
A. "Racetrack" is a floorplan design
B. The blood bank is a part of the semi-restricted zone
C. There is unidirectional traffic in the semi-restricted zone
,D. The humidity in the restricted zone should be maintained below 50% always
E. Temperature in the restricted zone can be maintained at 70 degrees
F. Air in the surgical suite is cleaned by passing through HEPA filters
A. 1 & 3 - ANS-Perioperative personnel should use hand hygiene & don clean scrub attire &
head coverings when:
1. entering the OR or an invasive procedure room for any reason
2. when assisting with surgery
3. when stocking rooms in the restricted zone
4. when opening sterile supplies
A. 1 & 3
B. 1, 2, & 3
C. 1, 3, & 4
D. 1, 2, 3, & 4
A. 1 hour for upper extremities
D. 1.5 to 2.0 hrs for lower extremities - ANS-General guidelines for tourniquet inflation times
have been identified as:
Select all
A. 1 hour for upper extremities
B. Up to 2.5 hrs for lower extremities
C. 1.5 hrs for upper extremities
D. 1.5 to 2.0 hrs for lower extremities
A. A nurse programs a new electrosurgery machine incorrectly is a skill-based error
B. A nurse misinterprets test results is a knowledge-based error
D. A nurse fails to provide indicated prophylactics is a knowledge-based error
E. Physical stamina due to occupational musculoskeletal injuries is a situational factor -
ANS-Many medical errors occur due to the 3 types of human errors. Which of the following
statements are true?
Select all
A. A nurse programs a new electrosurgery machine incorrectly is a skill-based error
B. A nurse misinterprets test results is a knowledge-based error
C. Juggling multiple activities is a knowledge-based error
D. A nurse fails to provide indicated prophylactics is a knowledge-based error
E. Physical stamina due to occupational musculoskeletal injuries is a situational factor
A. A rongeur - ANS-What biting instrument is used for cutting tough tissue or bone?
A. A rongeur
B. A rasp
,C. An osteotome
D. A curette
A. a sense of trust among team members
B. a sincere commitment to affirming safety as the first priority
C. development & support a proactive approach rather than a reactive, blaming approach
E. dissemination of receipt of information to all levels of staff - ANS-The elements required to
create a culture of safety include:
Select all
A. a sense of trust among team members
B. a sincere commitment to affirming safety as the first priority
C. development & support a proactive approach rather than a reactive, blaming approach
D. development of a reporting mechanism for grievances & complaints
E. dissemination of receipt of information to all levels of staff
A. a sincere commitment to affirming safety as the first priority
B. develop & support a proactive approach & not a reactive blaming approach
D. disseminate & verify the receipt of information to all levels of staff & management
E. a sense of trust among team members - ANS-The 4 elements required to create a culture of
safety are:
Select all
A. a sincere commitment to affirming safety as the first priority
B. develop & support a proactive approach & not a reactive blaming approach
C. emphasis on patient safety over worker safety
D. disseminate & verify the receipt of information to all levels of staff & management
E. a sense of trust among team members
A. A sterile field that has been set up for more than 1 hour before the procedure begins should
be broken down & a new set-up prepared
C. If a delay occurs after a sterile field is set up, the personnel may leave the room as long as
the room has been secured - ANS-Which of the following practices are NOT examples of the
recommendation that "A sterile field should be maintained & monitored constantly."
Select all
A. A sterile field that has been set up for more than 1 hour before the procedure begins should
be broken down & a new set-up prepared
B. If a delay occurs after a sterile field is set up, it may be covered with sterile drapes until the
delay is resolved
C. If a delay occurs after a sterile field is set up, the personnel may leave the room as long as
the room has been secured
D. The sterile field should be prepared as close as possible to the time of use
, A. A surgical complication
B. Failure to eliminate dead space when closing the incision
C. Implantation of orthopedic hardware
D. Surgical incisions in an area of high mobility - ANS-Select the intraoperative factors that
negatively affect wound healing
Select all
A. A surgical complication
B. Failure to eliminate dead space when closing the incision
C. Implantation of orthopedic hardware
D. Surgical incisions in an area of high mobility
E. Surgical incisions in highly vascular areas
F. Use of x-ray during the procedure
A. Acknowledge that anything you post on the Internet is there forever
B. Don't speak on behalf of your employer unless you have been authorized to do so
C. Facebook mixes your personal & professional lives & requires careful attention - ANS-Which
of the following social media practices are important for the professional nurse to follow?
Select all
A. Acknowledge that anything you post on the Internet is there forever
B. Don't speak on behalf of your employer unless you have been authorized to do so
C. Facebook mixes your personal & professional lives & requires careful attention
D. Ignore any breaches in confidentiality or privacy
E. Online contact with patients is okay with their permission
A. Active electrode, dispersive electrode, & generator - ANS-Components of the electrosurgical
circuit include:
A. Active electrode, dispersive electrode, & generator
B. Dispersive electrode, fiber, & generator
C. Active electrode, dispersive electrode, generator , & scratch pad
D. Dispersive electrode, fiber, generator, & key
A. Administering blood
B. Applying pressure
C. Using electrocautery
F. Using topical hemostatic agents - ANS-Methods of producing hemostasis include which of the
following?
Select all
A. Administering blood
B. Applying pressure
C. Using electrocautery
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