ATI LPN
Perioperative Care Fundamentals Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which action best describes how the scrub nurse maintains aseptic technique during surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Changes gloves after touching the upper arm of the surgeon's gown,' as it maintains asepsis surgical gown sleeves are sterile only to 2 inches above the elbow, so upper arm contact contaminates gloves, requiring replacement. 'Shoe covers' (A) aren't sterile. 'PPE' (B) protects staff, not the sterile field. 'All staff scrub' (C) is impractical circulating nurses don't scrub. In nursing, sterile field integrity is critical; D aligns with NCLEX Safe and Effective Care Environment, targeting a specific breach over general precautions.
Question 2 of 5
The medical-surgical nurse is providing care to a postoperative patient who is experiencing an elevated temperature. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor to gather more information?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: White blood cell (WBC) count,' as an elevated temperature post-surgery suggests infection, and WBCs (elevated or shifted) provide insight. 'Platelets' (A) relate to clotting, not fever. 'Glucose' (B) and 'RBCs' (C) don't indicate infection. In nursing, WBC monitoring guides antibiotic decisions; D aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, prioritizing infection detection.
Question 3 of 5
Which personal protective equipment should the scrub nurse don to decrease the likelihood of a splash injury during a surgical procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eyewear,' as it specifically protects against splash injuries to the eyes critical for the scrub nurse in the sterile field. 'Gloves' (A) and 'gown' (B) shield hands and body, not eyes. 'Mask' (C) covers the face but not fully the eyes. In nursing, eyewear reduces exposure to bloodborne pathogens; D aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, prioritizing targeted protection during high-risk procedures.
Question 4 of 5
Which drug should the nurse prepare for the anesthesiologist to reverse the effects of cisatracurium during a surgical procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neostigmine,' as it reverses nondepolarizing muscle relaxants like cisatracurium by inhibiting cholinesterase. 'Fentanyl' (A) is an opioid. 'Atropine' (B) and 'glycopyrrolate' (D) manage secretions, not reversal. In nursing, preparing neostigmine ensures timely recovery; C aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, targeting specific antidote use.
Question 5 of 5
Which should the nurse teach the patient regarding NPO status prior to a surgical procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: No clear liquids by mouth for two hours prior to the surgery,' per ASA guidelines solids 6-8 hours, clear liquids 2 hours to reduce aspiration risk. '12 hours' (A) is excessive. 'Six hours solids' (B) is partial. 'Four hours liquids' (C) is too long. In nursing, NPO education ensures safety; D aligns with NCLEX Perioperative, reflecting current standards.