AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers
(2023/2024)
When applying the concept of surgical conscience which of the following
statement should be considered? Select all that apply. -answer-
A. It involves mental discipline & the ability to speak out
B. It is essential to the delivery of optimal care and prevent harm.
D. Surgical conscience allows for no compromise in the principles of aseptic
technique.
In preparing for a regulatory survey, your quality consultant questions you about
the restricted zone in your OR suite. The following statements are true: -answer
-A. Air flow in the OR rooms should be cleaned by HEPA filters.
C. Mask are required when open sterile supplies are present.
E. Temperature is maintained between 68
and 75 degree F.
You are assigned to relieve a surgical technologist for lunch. You will need: -
answer-A. A sterile gown and gloves opened on a table (other than the main
instrument table) for closed gloving.
,AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers
(2023/2024)
The Joint Commission Universal Protocol consists of: Select all that apply. -
answer-A. Preoperative verification
B. Surgical site marking
C. Time Out
Which of the following procedures reflects best practice for transferring a
medication vial to the sterile field? -answer-D. Use a sterile transfer device
Which of the following practices is recommended for handling of natural
absorbable suture? -answer-C. Open the package carefully over a small basin to
prevent splashing of the packaging solution
,AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers
(2023/2024)
Recommended sponge count procedures include all of the following
EXCEPT? -answer-B. Counting silently so it doesn't distract other personnel.
What is the correct definition of incisional biopsy? -answer-D. A small portion
of tissue is incised and sent for examination.
Which of the following methods listed below may prevent mishap, event, or fire
from occurring when handling electrosurgical equipment? Select all that apply. -
answer-A. Allow enough time for alcohol based skin preparations to completely
dry.
B. Do not use in an oxygen-enriched environment, such as the trachea when
oxygen is being "blown over" the patient.
D. Visually check the integrity and insulation of all cords and coagulation
instruments before use.
Intrinsic and extrinsic factors that may lead to development of preoperative
pressure ulcer include: Select all that apply. -answer-A. Duration of the
procedure
, AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers
(2023/2024)
B. Exaggerated positions
C. Circulatory disorders
D. Malnutrition
Which of the following statements reflect the concept of critical thinking? Select
all that apply. -answer- C. Informed practice
D. Holistic thinking
E. Unbiased thinking
F. Reasoned application of a step by step process
What is the best drape to use for an umbilical hernia repair? -answer-B. Laparotomy
(2023/2024)
When applying the concept of surgical conscience which of the following
statement should be considered? Select all that apply. -answer-
A. It involves mental discipline & the ability to speak out
B. It is essential to the delivery of optimal care and prevent harm.
D. Surgical conscience allows for no compromise in the principles of aseptic
technique.
In preparing for a regulatory survey, your quality consultant questions you about
the restricted zone in your OR suite. The following statements are true: -answer
-A. Air flow in the OR rooms should be cleaned by HEPA filters.
C. Mask are required when open sterile supplies are present.
E. Temperature is maintained between 68
and 75 degree F.
You are assigned to relieve a surgical technologist for lunch. You will need: -
answer-A. A sterile gown and gloves opened on a table (other than the main
instrument table) for closed gloving.
,AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers
(2023/2024)
The Joint Commission Universal Protocol consists of: Select all that apply. -
answer-A. Preoperative verification
B. Surgical site marking
C. Time Out
Which of the following procedures reflects best practice for transferring a
medication vial to the sterile field? -answer-D. Use a sterile transfer device
Which of the following practices is recommended for handling of natural
absorbable suture? -answer-C. Open the package carefully over a small basin to
prevent splashing of the packaging solution
,AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers
(2023/2024)
Recommended sponge count procedures include all of the following
EXCEPT? -answer-B. Counting silently so it doesn't distract other personnel.
What is the correct definition of incisional biopsy? -answer-D. A small portion
of tissue is incised and sent for examination.
Which of the following methods listed below may prevent mishap, event, or fire
from occurring when handling electrosurgical equipment? Select all that apply. -
answer-A. Allow enough time for alcohol based skin preparations to completely
dry.
B. Do not use in an oxygen-enriched environment, such as the trachea when
oxygen is being "blown over" the patient.
D. Visually check the integrity and insulation of all cords and coagulation
instruments before use.
Intrinsic and extrinsic factors that may lead to development of preoperative
pressure ulcer include: Select all that apply. -answer-A. Duration of the
procedure
, AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers
(2023/2024)
B. Exaggerated positions
C. Circulatory disorders
D. Malnutrition
Which of the following statements reflect the concept of critical thinking? Select
all that apply. -answer- C. Informed practice
D. Holistic thinking
E. Unbiased thinking
F. Reasoned application of a step by step process
What is the best drape to use for an umbilical hernia repair? -answer-B. Laparotomy
