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CNOR Exam Newest 2025/ 2026 Complete Questions
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The following medication can cause chest wall rigidity if
pushed too quickly:
A. Hydromorphone
B. Morphine
C. Succynilcholine
D. Atropine - ANSWER-a
Symptoms of benzodiazepine overdose include:
A. Urinary retention and seizure
B. Confusion and decreased respiratory function
C. Nausea and vomiting and decreased respiratory
function
D. Nausea, vomiting, hypotension and agitation -
ANSWER-b
The hysterectomy patient received midazolam
preoperatively for anxiety. She is obtunded and not taking
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effective breaths. The perioperative nurse maintains
respirations and anticipates the need for:
A. Narcan
B. Neostigmine
C. Romazicon
D. Epinephrine - ANSWER-c
_____________ is an herbal supplement that has been
linked to an increased risk of bleeding
A. Valerian
B. Kava
C. Ginkgo
D. Ephedra - ANSWER-c
Mr. S. is exhibiting unexplained tachycardia, rapid
respirations, and muscle rigidity. The anesthesia team
determines Mr. S. is showing early signs of Malignant
Hyperthermia. In response, the perianestheisa nurse
retrieves the MH cart and begins to reconstitute the
Dantrolene Sodium with:
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A. Normal Saline
B. Preservative Free sterile water
C. Hydrocortisone acetate
D. A hypertonic saline solution - ANSWER-b
Which of the following patients would be an ASA class 4?
A. A patient with a severe systemic disease that is a
constant threat to life
B. A patient who is not expected to survive without
immediate medical intervention
C. A patient with a mild systemic disease
D. A patient with a severe systemic disease - ANSWER-a
The following are considered safe anesthetic agents to
use in patients that are at risk for malignant hyperthermia
except:
A. nitrous oxide
B. propofol
C. succinylcholine
D. ketamine - ANSWER-c
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The correct dose for Dantrolene is
A. 25 mg/kg
B. 2.5 mg/kg
C. 250 mg/kg
D. 1.25 mg/kg - ANSWER-b
Which is NOT considered to be a triggering agent for
malignant hyperthermia?
A. Succinylcholine
B. Thiopental sodium
C. Halothane
D. Enflurane - ANSWER-b
During the perioperative interview the patient lists the
following as current medications: Timolol meleate
(Timoptic) and pilocarpine for glaucoma, and metoprolol
(Lopressor) and diazoxide for hypertension. The
preoperative medication ordered for Mr. P. consists of
atropine, 0.4 mg; meperedine (Demerol), 25 mg; and
CNOR Exam Newest 2025/ 2026 Complete Questions
And Correct Answers With Rationales (Verified
Answers) |Already Graded A+||LATEST UPDATE!!!
The following medication can cause chest wall rigidity if
pushed too quickly:
A. Hydromorphone
B. Morphine
C. Succynilcholine
D. Atropine - ANSWER-a
Symptoms of benzodiazepine overdose include:
A. Urinary retention and seizure
B. Confusion and decreased respiratory function
C. Nausea and vomiting and decreased respiratory
function
D. Nausea, vomiting, hypotension and agitation -
ANSWER-b
The hysterectomy patient received midazolam
preoperatively for anxiety. She is obtunded and not taking
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effective breaths. The perioperative nurse maintains
respirations and anticipates the need for:
A. Narcan
B. Neostigmine
C. Romazicon
D. Epinephrine - ANSWER-c
_____________ is an herbal supplement that has been
linked to an increased risk of bleeding
A. Valerian
B. Kava
C. Ginkgo
D. Ephedra - ANSWER-c
Mr. S. is exhibiting unexplained tachycardia, rapid
respirations, and muscle rigidity. The anesthesia team
determines Mr. S. is showing early signs of Malignant
Hyperthermia. In response, the perianestheisa nurse
retrieves the MH cart and begins to reconstitute the
Dantrolene Sodium with:
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A. Normal Saline
B. Preservative Free sterile water
C. Hydrocortisone acetate
D. A hypertonic saline solution - ANSWER-b
Which of the following patients would be an ASA class 4?
A. A patient with a severe systemic disease that is a
constant threat to life
B. A patient who is not expected to survive without
immediate medical intervention
C. A patient with a mild systemic disease
D. A patient with a severe systemic disease - ANSWER-a
The following are considered safe anesthetic agents to
use in patients that are at risk for malignant hyperthermia
except:
A. nitrous oxide
B. propofol
C. succinylcholine
D. ketamine - ANSWER-c
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The correct dose for Dantrolene is
A. 25 mg/kg
B. 2.5 mg/kg
C. 250 mg/kg
D. 1.25 mg/kg - ANSWER-b
Which is NOT considered to be a triggering agent for
malignant hyperthermia?
A. Succinylcholine
B. Thiopental sodium
C. Halothane
D. Enflurane - ANSWER-b
During the perioperative interview the patient lists the
following as current medications: Timolol meleate
(Timoptic) and pilocarpine for glaucoma, and metoprolol
(Lopressor) and diazoxide for hypertension. The
preoperative medication ordered for Mr. P. consists of
atropine, 0.4 mg; meperedine (Demerol), 25 mg; and
