The physician requests a pair of sterile scissors. A pair of scissors found at the bedside is in an original factory wrapping that has been opened but taped closed again. Which of the following should the nurse do:

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Question 1 of 5

The physician requests a pair of sterile scissors. A pair of scissors found at the bedside is in an original factory wrapping that has been opened but taped closed again. Which of the following should the nurse do:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Obtaining unopened sterile scissors (B) ensures sterility, as opened and taped packaging compromises integrity. Checking policy (A) delays care, and using potentially contaminated scissors (C) risks infection.

Question 2 of 5

Vinyl or powder-free gloves, mask, gown, and eye/face protection are examples of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: These items are standard examples of PPE used to protect against infection.

Question 3 of 5

Why must uncovered jewelry and body piercings be removed by the technician before preparing CSPs?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Jewelry and piercings can harbor microorganisms and increase contamination risk in the sterile compounding area.

Question 4 of 5

In general, only medications require an administration time on the CSP label.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: IV push and IVPB medications require precise administration times due to their delivery method.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is not a method of dry heat sterilization

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pasteurization uses moist heat, typically for liquids, not dry heat.

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