AORN Perioperative Patient Care

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a preoperative assessment?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate the patient's readiness for surgery

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To determine the patient's dietary preferences

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To confirm the patient's family history

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To schedule follow-up appointments

Question 2

Which action best ensures patient safety during the intraoperative phase?

Accepted Answer

Verifying the patient's identity and surgical site before the procedure

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Allowing visitors in the operating room for emotional support

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Delegating patient positioning entirely to anesthesia staff

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Conducting all procedures without a surgical timeout

Question 3

What is the nurse's priority responsibility during the intraoperative phase?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring the patient's vital signs and condition

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Ensuring the surgeon’s instruments are sterile

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Managing the surgeon's preferences for positioning

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Arranging postoperative follow-up appointments

Question 4

Which of the following interventions is most important for preventing postoperative complications?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring for signs of infection and addressing them early

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Encouraging the patient to consume solid food immediately after surgery

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Applying heat packs to all surgical incisions

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Discharging the patient as soon as anesthesia wears off

Question 5

Why is patient positioning significant during surgery?

Accepted Answer

To prevent injury to the patient during the procedure

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To provide comfort for the surgical team

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To improve the visibility of the surgical site

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To reduce the risk of the surgical site becoming contaminated