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Perioperative Care Fundamentals Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The best indication for surgical removal of urinary bladder is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carcinoma of the bladder often necessitates cystectomy (bladder removal) as the definitive treatment.
Question 2 of 5
The medication a patient should suspend two weeks prior plastic surgery is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anticoagulants (e.g., aspirin) increase bleeding risk and must be stopped before surgery.
Question 3 of 5
Control is measuring, detecting deviations and taking corrective
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Control involves taking corrective 'actions' to address deviations.
Question 4 of 5
The Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses' (AORN) Standards of Perioperative Nursing Practice that describes nursing interactions, interventions, and activities with patients falls under which standards category?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Choice B as AORN's process standards define nursing activities, interventions, and interactions in perioperative care. These standards guide clinical practice, unlike evidence-based (choice A), which underpins them but isn't a category here. Outcome standards (choice C) focus on results, not actions, while structural standards (choice D) address organizational frameworks. Process standards articulate how nurses engage with patients through assessments, planning, and execution ensuring quality and safety. They set expectations for professional conduct and patient engagement, reflecting AORN's commitment to actionable, nurse-driven care. This focus on process allows adaptability across diverse surgical settings, providing a practical blueprint for interventions that directly impact patient well-being, from preoperative preparation to postoperative recovery.
Question 5 of 5
Accurate documentation is an integral part of all phases of the nursing process. For this reason, perioperative nursing care documentation:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Choice B as documentation must detail care and responses, beyond technicalities (choice A). PNDS alignment (choice C) or integration (choice D) enhances but isn't mandatory. This comprehensive record tracks interventions and outcomes, ensuring accountability and quality in perioperative care, vital for patient safety and legal standards.