CST Preoperative Preparation

Question 1

What is the main goal of preoperative patient assessment?

Accepted Answer

To ensure patient readiness and safety

Answer

To reduce surgeon workload

Answer

To prepare anesthesia records

Answer

To confirm insurance details

Question 2

Why must jewelry be removed before surgery?

Accepted Answer

To prevent infection and equipment issues

Answer

To maintain sterile attire

Answer

To reduce swelling

Answer

To prevent staff distraction

Question 3

Which item must be verified in the preoperative area?

Accepted Answer

Patient identity, procedure, and site

Answer

Vital signs chart

Answer

Surgeon's preference card

Answer

Number of staff in OR

Question 4

What is the function of surgical site marking?

Accepted Answer

To identify surgical site

Answer

To guide anesthesia

Answer

To track instruments

Answer

To label surgical gowns

Question 5

Why is the preoperative checklist used?

Accepted Answer

To confirm safety requirements

Answer

To document OR temperature

Answer

To verify scrub nurse

Answer

To improve patient flow

Question 6

Which staff member typically assists with patient positioning?

Accepted Answer

Circulating nurse

Answer

Receptionist

Answer

Recovery nurse

Answer

Billing coordinator