CUA Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. Which best describes the scope of Treatment Protocols & Interventions in professional practice? → A comprehensive area covering both theoretical foundations and practical applications
2. What is an audit trail in the context of documentation? → A chronological record that allows tracing of changes and decisions back to their source
3. What is the function of the renal pelvis? → Collects urine
4. What should be done immediately after accidental exposure to blood? → Wash and report immediately
5. What is the most important competency assessed in Pharmacology & Medication Management for professionals in this field? → Applied knowledge and practical problem-solving ability
6. Which imaging technique is commonly used to assess kidney stones? → CT scan and ultrasound.
7. What is the role of the bladder? → Stores urine
8. Which document must be obtained before invasive urologic procedures? → Informed consent
9. What common challenge do professionals face when applying Disease Pathology & Management principles? → Balancing theoretical best practices with practical constraints and real-world conditions
10. Why is data security important when using professional technology tools? → To protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, breaches, and loss
11. Which post-operative complication occurs most frequently after percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)? → Fever and urinary tract infection
12. How long should professional records typically be retained? → According to applicable laws, regulations, and organizational retention policies
13. During cystoscopy, which intraoperative finding most strongly indicates bladder perforation? → Decreased irrigant return with sudden patient discomfort
14. Which type of personal protective equipment (PPE) protects against bloodborne pathogens? → Gloves
15. After pelvic lymph node dissection during radical prostatectomy, which post-operative complication involves accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the pelvis? → Lymphocele
16. What is the purpose of isolation precautions? → To prevent infection transmission
17. What is a root cause analysis used for? → To identify the underlying cause of a problem rather than just addressing symptoms
18. What is the recommended technique for handwashing? → Using soap and water for 20 seconds
19. What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare? → Hand hygiene
20. What should be the first action when a new regulation is enacted that affects your practice? → Review the regulation, assess its impact, and develop an implementation plan
21. Which best describes the scope of Pharmacology & Medication Management in professional practice? → A comprehensive area covering both theoretical foundations and practical applications
22. Per current ASA guidelines, what is the recommended NPO duration for solid foods before elective urologic surgery? → 6 hours
23. Six hours after radical prostatectomy, a patient's urinary output suddenly drops to near zero. What is the most likely cause? → Urethral catheter obstruction from blood clots
24. What is the function of the detrusor muscle? → Contracts to expel urine
25. What is the appropriate action if a patient experiences catheter blockage? → Notify healthcare provider
26. Which pre-operative laboratory value is most critical to assess in a patient on warfarin therapy before urologic surgery? → Prothrombin time/INR
27. What is a key performance indicator (KPI) in quality management? → A measurable value that demonstrates how effectively objectives are being achieved
28. What is the purpose of a technology needs assessment? → To identify gaps between current capabilities and desired outcomes
29. Which catheter is placed post-operatively after TURP to allow continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)? → Three-way Foley catheter
30. What is the recommended approach to staying current in Disease Pathology & Management? → Regular professional development, industry publications, and peer collaboration