ATI LPN
Questions on Perioperative Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following surgeries would be classified as emergent?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A fractured skull surgery is classified as emergent due to its life-threatening nature requiring immediate intervention to prevent brain damage or death. Urethral stones and kidney stones are typically urgent or elective unless complications like sepsis arise. Cataract surgery is elective, addressing vision, not survival. The rationale centers on classification: emergent surgeries address acute, critical conditions (e.g., trauma-induced skull fracture) with no delay, per surgical standards. Nursing prioritizes rapid preparation airway, circulation, consents contrasting with less immediate stone removals or planned cataracts, ensuring swift response to preserve neurological function and life.
Question 2 of 5
An OR Manager notices a circulating nurse removing her jacket to perform the surgical skin prep for the patient. The manager requests that the circulator put the jacket back on and snap it closed to prepare the patient's skin. This request is made because:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A preoperative client expresses anxiety to the nurse about the upcoming surgery. Which of the following responses by the nurse is most likely to stimulate further discussion between the client and the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery. The patient states that she is very nervous and really does not understand what the surgical procedure is for or how it will be performed. What is the most appropriate nursing action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The surgeon must explain the procedure for informed consent; thus, calling the physician is appropriate when the patient is confused. Signing without understanding violates consent principles; the nurse explaining oversteps scope; a pamphlet supplements but doesn't replace physician explanation. The nurse ensures clarity by escalating, per preoperative standards.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is on call to the OR for an aortobifemoral bypass and the nurse administers the ordered preoperative medication. After administering a preoperative medication to the patient, what should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.