AORN PERIOP 101 EXAM

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AORN PERIOP 101 EXAM

Questions and Answers (Verified Revised Full Exam)

• When applying the concept of surgical conscience which of the following

statement should be considered? Select all that apply Ans>> A. It involves mental discipline & the ability to speak out

• It is essential to the delivery of optimal care and prevent harm.
• Surgical conscience allows for no compromise in the principles of aseptic tech- nique.

• In preparing for a regulatory survey, your quality consultant questions you about

the restricted zone in your OR suite. The following statements are true Ans>> A. Air flow in the OR rooms should be cleaned by HEPA filters.

• Mask are required when open sterile supplies are present.
• Temperature is maintained between 68 and 75 degree F.

• You are assigned to relieve a surgical technologist for lunch.You will need

Ans>> : A. A sterile gown and gloves opened on a table (other than the main instrument table) for 1 / 4

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closed gloving.

4. The Joint Commission Universal Protocol consists of: Select all that apply.-

: A. Preoperative verification

• Surgical site marking
• Time Out

• Which of the following procedures reflects best practice for transferring a

medication vial to the sterile field Ans>> D. Use a sterile transfer device

• Which of the following practices is recommended for handling of natural

absorbable suture Ans>> C. Open the package carefully over a small basin to prevent splashing of the packaging solution

• Recommended sponge count procedures include all of the following EX- CEPT

Ans>> B. Counting silently so it doesn't distract other personnel.

• What is the correct definition of incisional biopsy

Ans>> D. A small portion of tissue is incised and sent for examination. 2 / 4

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• Which of the following methods listed below may prevent mishap, event, or fire from

occurring when handling electrosurgical equipment? Select all that apply Ans>> A. Allow enough time for alcohol based skin preparations to completely dry.

• Do not use in an oxygen-enriched environment, such as the trachea when oxygen is being

"blown over" the patient.

• Visually check the integrity and insulation of all cords and coagulation instruments before use.

• Intrinsic and extrinsic factors that may lead to development of preoperative pressure

ulcer include: Select all that apply

Ans>> A. Duration of the procedure

• Exaggerated positions 3 / 4

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• Circulatory disorders
• Malnutrition

• Which of the following statements reflect the concept of critical thinking? Select

all that apply Ans>> C. Informed practice

• Holistic thinking
• Unbiased thinking
• Reasoned application of a step by step process

• What is the best drape to use for an umbilical hernia repair

Ans>> B. Laparotomy

• Which of the following statements correctly describes recommendations for

preoperative patient skin antisepsis Ans>> D. Prep should start at the site of the incision and move outwards.

• What are the 3 main factors to consider when assessing the patient for allergies

Ans>> C. Prior reaction, heredity, type of reaction

• The following steps can be used to reduce personnel exposure to speci- men

fixatives such as formalin. Select all that apply Ans>> A. Avoid splashing while pouring

• When pouring wear gloves and a mask.
• Use absorbent material and then triple rinse with water any area or surface where accidental

formalin spillage occurs.

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