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NCLEX Practice Questions on Perioperative Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Noise tends to distort at any stage in the system
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A 36-year-old woman was preoperatively admitted for laparoscopic cholecystectomy with operative cholangiogram. She was then interviewed by her perioperative nurse in the preoperative intake lounge. The patient's weight on admission was 245 lb. After the assessment, the nurse returned to the operating room (OR) and modified the standard plan of care by instituting risk reduction strategies that were derived from information from the preoperative assessment. A good example of this action would best be described by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Choice A as replacing the bed addresses the patient's 245-lb weight, reducing positioning risks. Aprons (choice B) relate to radiation, not weight. Writing data (choice C) informs but doesn't act. Antibiotics (choice D) prevent infection, not physical risk. Planning adapts equipment to patient needs, ensuring safety and comfort during surgery, a key perioperative nursing responsibility.
Question 3 of 5
Researchers in Toronto (Wong J, et al, 2009) developed a research tool to evaluate recovery after ambulatory surgery, focusing on functional abilities after discharge. Select the true statement about the benefits of a functional recovery index for ambulatory surgery patients.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Weighing sponges is a valuable tool for meticulous calculation of blood and fluid loss when conducted correctly and used in appropriate circumstances. Select the response that correctly reflects the best practice in weighing sponges.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A female patient with end-stage pancreatic cancer was admitted from hospice for a celiac plexus block to treat intractable pain. She had a Whipple procedure 18 months earlier and enjoyed a good quality of life until 3 weeks ago. She wanted to be able to complete 'getting her things in order' and saying good-bye to her friends and family while enjoying her last days pain-free. The patient insisted that her Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) status NOT be rescinded. She was conscious and competent and knew what was best for herself. The patient was taking full advantage of what provision for her care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.