FREE CFPN General Questions and Answers

Question 1

The best ways to recognize the preoperative patient at the initial visit before starting the exam are to?

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compare his wristband and chart, and ask him to spell his name.

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call his name and if he responds, compare his chart and wristband.

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check his chart, ask the patient to spell his name, and ask the Holding Area nurse to identify him.

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confirm the patient’s identity with his relatives, check his wristband, and ask the Holding Area nurse to identify him.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT the main reason for a "time out" just before a surgical procedure starts?

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give the staff a break before beginning the surgery.

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confirm the availability of surgical implants, if applicable.

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ensure the entire surgical team is on the same page and prepared for surgery.

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verify the correct patient, procedure and site.

Question 3

The OR nurse MUST USE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING MEASURES, EXCEPT?, to guarantee the patient stays clear of infection.

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proper anesthesia.

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proper draping methods.

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excellent aseptic technique.

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proper preparation for the incision site.

Question 4

All of the following are exogenous sources of infection, aside from?

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the patient’s skin flora.

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contaminated surgical instruments or supplies.

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cracks in nail polish, artificial nails, and jewelry.

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talking, coughing, and breathing.

Question 5

In relation to artificial nails worn by perioperative staff, the Joint Commission, the Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the World Health Organization (WHO) hold the following positions:

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artificial nails must not be worn in the OR

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artificial nails are safe when worn under double gloves.

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artificial nails present no registered concerns.

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properly maintained artificial nails harbor fewer microorganisms than natural nails.

Question 6

Most surgical site infections (SSI) are brought on by:

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the patient’s own flora.

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improperly cleaned lights in the operating theater.

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poor aseptic technique.

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respiratory contaminants from perioperative personnel.

Question 7

The main channels by which bacteria in the OR are spread are as follows:

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droplet, airborne, and contact.

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sneezing, coughing, and talking.

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blood and dirty equipment.

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body fluids, purulent material, and blood.