CPAN Safety and Infection Control 3

Question 1

During a PACU admission, a nurse identifies that antibiotic prophylaxis was NOT administered preoperatively per protocol. What is the MOST appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Notify the surgeon and document the omission per facility policy

Answer

The omission of prophylactic antibiotics is a reportable event; the surgeon must be notified to determine if post-incision administration is appropriate and the event documented per policy.

Question 2

A patient in the PACU suddenly pulls out their endotracheal tube. The IMMEDIATE nursing priority is:

Accepted Answer

Assess airway patency and oxygenation status

Answer

Assessing airway patency and oxygenation is the first priority following unplanned extubation to determine whether the patient can maintain their own airway.

Question 3

Which of the following BEST describes the correct sequence for donning personal protective equipment (PPE) before entering a contact isolation room?

Accepted Answer

Gown, mask, eye protection, gloves

Answer

The CDC-recommended donning sequence is gown first, then mask/respirator, then eye protection, then gloves, ensuring the most contaminated items are donned last.

Question 4

A nurse notices a colleague recapping a used needle with two hands. What is the BEST immediate response?

Accepted Answer

Intervene immediately and educate the colleague on safe needle handling

Answer

Two-handed needle recapping is a leading cause of needlestick injuries; immediate intervention and education are required to prevent harm.

Question 5

A post-anesthesia patient's wound dressing is saturated with serous drainage. The nurse should:

Accepted Answer

Reinforce the dressing and notify the surgeon

Answer

A saturated dressing should be reinforced and the surgeon notified rather than removed, as the surgeon may want to assess the wound for bleeding or infection.

(CPAN) Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse Practice Test

(CPAN) Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse Practice Test

CPAN Safety and Infection Control 3