CNOR Infection Prevention and Control 2

Question 1

Which microorganism is most commonly associated with surgical site infections (SSIs) in the perioperative setting?

Accepted Answer

Staphylococcus aureus

Answer

Staphylococcus aureus, including MRSA strains, is the most frequently identified pathogen in surgical site infections.

Question 2

When should prophylactic antibiotics be administered to achieve the highest benefit in preventing SSIs?

Accepted Answer

Within 60 minutes before surgical incision

Answer

Prophylactic antibiotics should be administered within 60 minutes before incision to ensure adequate tissue levels at the time of the cut.

Question 3

A patient is scheduled for a cardiac procedure. The scrub person notes a small, healing laceration on their own forearm. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Report to the charge nurse and be assessed for fitness to scrub

Answer

Any open wound or skin break on a scrub team member must be assessed by a supervisor to determine if the employee poses an infection risk.

Question 4

Which class of SSI involves infection only of the skin and subcutaneous tissue of the incision?

Accepted Answer

Superficial incisional SSI

Answer

A superficial incisional SSI is limited to the skin and subcutaneous tissue without involvement of deeper fascial layers.

Question 5

Flash sterilization (IUSS) should be used in which circumstance?

Accepted Answer

When a dropped instrument is urgently needed and no alternative exists

Answer

IUSS is reserved for urgent situations when a dropped or contaminated item is needed immediately and no sterile alternative is available.

CNOR - Certification Exam Practice Test

CNOR - Certification Exam Practice Test

CNOR Infection Prevention and Control 2