Alexander’s Care Of The Patient In Surgery 17th Edition Rothrock
Complete Test Bank For_
Alexander’s Care Of The Patient In
Surgery 17th Edition By Jane C.
Rothrock latest update 2025
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Complete Test Bank For_ ..................................................................................................................... 1
UNIT I Foundations for Practice ....................................................................................... 3
Chapter 01: Concepts Basic to Perioperative Nursing ........................................................... 3
Chapter 02: Patient Safety and Risk Management .............................................................. 11
Chapter 03: Workplace Issues and Staff Safety .................................................................. 23
Chapter 04: Infection Prevention and Control .................................................................... 34
Chapter 05: Anesthesia ..................................................................................................... 50
Chapter 06: Positioning the Patient for Surgery ................................................................. 66
Chapter 07: Sutures, Needles, and Instruments ................................................................ 76
Chapter 08: Surgical Modalities ........................................................................................ 86
Chapter 09: Wound Healing, Dressings, and Drains .......................................................... 99
Chapter 10: Postoperative Patient Care and Pain Management ......................................... 110
UNIT II Surgical Interventions ..................................................................................... 121
Chapter 11: Gastrointestinal Surgery .............................................................................. 121
Chapter 12: Surgery of the Liver, Biliary Tract, Pancreas, and Spleen .............................. 129
Chapter 13: Hernia Repair .............................................................................................. 140
Chapter 14: Gynecologic and Obstetric Surgery ............................................................... 149
Chapter 15: Genitourinary Surgery ................................................................................. 160
Chapter 16: Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery .................................................................. 171
Chapter 17: Breast Surgery ............................................................................................. 182
Chapter 18: Ophthalmic Surgery ..................................................................................... 192
Chapter 19: Otorhinolaryngologic Surgery ....................................................................... 202
Chapter 20: Orthopedic Surgery ...................................................................................... 220
Chapter 21: Neurosurgery ............................................................................................... 232
Chapter 22: Reconstructive and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ................................................ 243
Chapter 23: Thoracic Surgery.......................................................................................... 254
Chapter 24: Vascular Surgery ......................................................................................... 264
Chapter 25: Cardiac Surgery ........................................................................................... 274
UNIT III Special Considerations ................................................................................... 285
Chapter 26: Pediatric Surgery ......................................................................................... 285
Chapter 27: Geriatric Surgery ......................................................................................... 295
Chapter 28: Trauma Surgery ........................................................................................... 306
Chapter 29: Integrative Health Practices .......................................................................... 316
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Alexander’s Care Of The Patient In Surgery 17th Edition Rothrock
UNIT I FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE
CHAPTER 01: CONCEPTS BASIC TO PERIOPERATIVE NURSING
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The Perioperative Patient Focused Model Presents Key Components Of Nursing
Influence That Guide Patient Care. Select The Statement That Best Describes The
Dynamic Relationship Within The Model.
A. The Patient Experience And The Nursing Presence Are In Continuous
Interaction.
B. Structure, Process, And Outcome Are The Foundation Domains Of The Model.
C. The Perioperative Nurse Is The Central Dynamic Core Of The Model.
D. The Interrelated Nursing Process Rings Bind The Patient To The Model.
ANS: A
The Perioperative Patient Focused Model Consists Of Domains Or Areas Of Nursing
Concern: Nursing Diagnoses, Nursing Interventions, And Patient Outcomes. These
Domains Are In Continuous Interaction With The Health System That Encircles The
Focus Of Perioperative Nursing Practice—The Patient.
REF: P. 3
2. The Association Of Perioperative Registered Nurses’ (AORN) Standards Of
Perioperative Nursing Practice That Describes Nursing Interactions, Interventions, And
Activities With Patients Falls Under Which Standards Category?
A. Evidence-Based
B. Process
C. Outcome
D. Structural
ANS: B
Process Standards Relate To Nursing Activities, Interventions, And Interactions. They
Are Used To Explicate Clinical, Professional, And Quality Objectives In Perioperative
Nursing.
REF: P. 3
3. Which Order Best Describes The Process Used To Implement Evidence-Based
Professional Nursing?
A. Literature Search, Theory Review, Data Analysis, Policy Development
B. Regional Survey, Literature Search, Meta-Analysis, Practice Change
C. Identify Problem, Scientific Evidence, Develop Policy, Evaluate Outcome
D. Identify Issue, Analyze Scientific Evidence, Implement Change, Evaluate
Process
ANS: D
Evidence-Based Practice Is A Systematic, Thorough Process By Which To Identify An
Issue, To Collect And Evaluate The Best Evidence To Design And Implement A Practice
Change, And To Evaluate The Process.
REF: P. 15
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4. The Ambulatory Surgery Unit Is Planning To Develop A Standardized Skin
Preparation Practice For Their Unit. The Best Process To Gather Scientific Information
Is To:
A. Conduct A Survey Of Skin Prep Policies At The Next AORN Chapter Meeting.
B. Review Their Surgical Site Infection Data From The Last 6 Months.
C. Conduct A Literature Search On Antimicrobial Agents And Infection Prevention.
D. Review The Scientific Literature From The Leading Manufacturers Of Prep
Solutions.
ANS: C
Perioperative Nurses Have An Ethical Responsibility To Review Practices And To
Modify Them Based Upon The Best Available Scientific Evidence. Using Research To
Guide Practice Is Called Evidence-Based Practice (EBP).
REF: P. 10
5. The Cardiac Team Is Developing A Standardized Sterile Back Table Setup And
Is Unable To Find Sufficient Research Evidence For Their Project. Where Might They
Look For Information On Best Practices?
A. Survey Regional Surgical Technology Programs For Their Back Table Models
B. Review Case Studies And Expert Opinions On Sterile Back Table Setups
C. Review AORN’s Standards And Recommended Practices On Sterilization
D. Consult With Facility Instrument Vendor Representatives For Their Advice
ANS: B
When There Is Not Enough Evidence To Guide Practice, Perioperative Nurses Should
Consider Gathering Information From Varied Trusted Sources That Reflect Best
Practices.
REF: Pp. 10-11
6. How Do Institutional Standards Of Care, Such As Policies And Procedures,
Differ From National Standards, Such As AORN’s Standards Of Perioperative Nursing
Practice?
A. They Are Written By Nurses.
B. They Are Written Specifically To Address Responsibilities And Circumstances.
C. They Are Collaborative And Collective Agreement Statements.
D. They Are Rarely Based On Research.
ANS: B
Institutional Standards Apply To The System Or Facility That Develops Them And Can
Be Directive About Specific Actions In Specific Circumstances; National Standards
Provide Generalized Authoritative Statements That Can Be Implemented In All
Settings.
REF: P. 10
7. Which Of The Following Actions Best Describes An Element Of The
Perioperative Nursing Assessment?
A. Scanning The Surgical Schedule For The Day Before Morning Report
B. Reading The Pick/Preference List Attached To The Case Cart
C. Reviewing The Patient Medical Record
D. Studying An On-Line Tutorial About The Intended Surgical Procedure
ANS: C
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Complete Test Bank For_
Alexander’s Care Of The Patient In
Surgery 17th Edition By Jane C.
Rothrock latest update 2025
1|P a g e
, Alexander’s Care Of The Patient In Surgery 17th Edition Rothrock
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Complete Test Bank For_ ..................................................................................................................... 1
UNIT I Foundations for Practice ....................................................................................... 3
Chapter 01: Concepts Basic to Perioperative Nursing ........................................................... 3
Chapter 02: Patient Safety and Risk Management .............................................................. 11
Chapter 03: Workplace Issues and Staff Safety .................................................................. 23
Chapter 04: Infection Prevention and Control .................................................................... 34
Chapter 05: Anesthesia ..................................................................................................... 50
Chapter 06: Positioning the Patient for Surgery ................................................................. 66
Chapter 07: Sutures, Needles, and Instruments ................................................................ 76
Chapter 08: Surgical Modalities ........................................................................................ 86
Chapter 09: Wound Healing, Dressings, and Drains .......................................................... 99
Chapter 10: Postoperative Patient Care and Pain Management ......................................... 110
UNIT II Surgical Interventions ..................................................................................... 121
Chapter 11: Gastrointestinal Surgery .............................................................................. 121
Chapter 12: Surgery of the Liver, Biliary Tract, Pancreas, and Spleen .............................. 129
Chapter 13: Hernia Repair .............................................................................................. 140
Chapter 14: Gynecologic and Obstetric Surgery ............................................................... 149
Chapter 15: Genitourinary Surgery ................................................................................. 160
Chapter 16: Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery .................................................................. 171
Chapter 17: Breast Surgery ............................................................................................. 182
Chapter 18: Ophthalmic Surgery ..................................................................................... 192
Chapter 19: Otorhinolaryngologic Surgery ....................................................................... 202
Chapter 20: Orthopedic Surgery ...................................................................................... 220
Chapter 21: Neurosurgery ............................................................................................... 232
Chapter 22: Reconstructive and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ................................................ 243
Chapter 23: Thoracic Surgery.......................................................................................... 254
Chapter 24: Vascular Surgery ......................................................................................... 264
Chapter 25: Cardiac Surgery ........................................................................................... 274
UNIT III Special Considerations ................................................................................... 285
Chapter 26: Pediatric Surgery ......................................................................................... 285
Chapter 27: Geriatric Surgery ......................................................................................... 295
Chapter 28: Trauma Surgery ........................................................................................... 306
Chapter 29: Integrative Health Practices .......................................................................... 316
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Alexander’s Care Of The Patient In Surgery 17th Edition Rothrock
UNIT I FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE
CHAPTER 01: CONCEPTS BASIC TO PERIOPERATIVE NURSING
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. The Perioperative Patient Focused Model Presents Key Components Of Nursing
Influence That Guide Patient Care. Select The Statement That Best Describes The
Dynamic Relationship Within The Model.
A. The Patient Experience And The Nursing Presence Are In Continuous
Interaction.
B. Structure, Process, And Outcome Are The Foundation Domains Of The Model.
C. The Perioperative Nurse Is The Central Dynamic Core Of The Model.
D. The Interrelated Nursing Process Rings Bind The Patient To The Model.
ANS: A
The Perioperative Patient Focused Model Consists Of Domains Or Areas Of Nursing
Concern: Nursing Diagnoses, Nursing Interventions, And Patient Outcomes. These
Domains Are In Continuous Interaction With The Health System That Encircles The
Focus Of Perioperative Nursing Practice—The Patient.
REF: P. 3
2. The Association Of Perioperative Registered Nurses’ (AORN) Standards Of
Perioperative Nursing Practice That Describes Nursing Interactions, Interventions, And
Activities With Patients Falls Under Which Standards Category?
A. Evidence-Based
B. Process
C. Outcome
D. Structural
ANS: B
Process Standards Relate To Nursing Activities, Interventions, And Interactions. They
Are Used To Explicate Clinical, Professional, And Quality Objectives In Perioperative
Nursing.
REF: P. 3
3. Which Order Best Describes The Process Used To Implement Evidence-Based
Professional Nursing?
A. Literature Search, Theory Review, Data Analysis, Policy Development
B. Regional Survey, Literature Search, Meta-Analysis, Practice Change
C. Identify Problem, Scientific Evidence, Develop Policy, Evaluate Outcome
D. Identify Issue, Analyze Scientific Evidence, Implement Change, Evaluate
Process
ANS: D
Evidence-Based Practice Is A Systematic, Thorough Process By Which To Identify An
Issue, To Collect And Evaluate The Best Evidence To Design And Implement A Practice
Change, And To Evaluate The Process.
REF: P. 15
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4. The Ambulatory Surgery Unit Is Planning To Develop A Standardized Skin
Preparation Practice For Their Unit. The Best Process To Gather Scientific Information
Is To:
A. Conduct A Survey Of Skin Prep Policies At The Next AORN Chapter Meeting.
B. Review Their Surgical Site Infection Data From The Last 6 Months.
C. Conduct A Literature Search On Antimicrobial Agents And Infection Prevention.
D. Review The Scientific Literature From The Leading Manufacturers Of Prep
Solutions.
ANS: C
Perioperative Nurses Have An Ethical Responsibility To Review Practices And To
Modify Them Based Upon The Best Available Scientific Evidence. Using Research To
Guide Practice Is Called Evidence-Based Practice (EBP).
REF: P. 10
5. The Cardiac Team Is Developing A Standardized Sterile Back Table Setup And
Is Unable To Find Sufficient Research Evidence For Their Project. Where Might They
Look For Information On Best Practices?
A. Survey Regional Surgical Technology Programs For Their Back Table Models
B. Review Case Studies And Expert Opinions On Sterile Back Table Setups
C. Review AORN’s Standards And Recommended Practices On Sterilization
D. Consult With Facility Instrument Vendor Representatives For Their Advice
ANS: B
When There Is Not Enough Evidence To Guide Practice, Perioperative Nurses Should
Consider Gathering Information From Varied Trusted Sources That Reflect Best
Practices.
REF: Pp. 10-11
6. How Do Institutional Standards Of Care, Such As Policies And Procedures,
Differ From National Standards, Such As AORN’s Standards Of Perioperative Nursing
Practice?
A. They Are Written By Nurses.
B. They Are Written Specifically To Address Responsibilities And Circumstances.
C. They Are Collaborative And Collective Agreement Statements.
D. They Are Rarely Based On Research.
ANS: B
Institutional Standards Apply To The System Or Facility That Develops Them And Can
Be Directive About Specific Actions In Specific Circumstances; National Standards
Provide Generalized Authoritative Statements That Can Be Implemented In All
Settings.
REF: P. 10
7. Which Of The Following Actions Best Describes An Element Of The
Perioperative Nursing Assessment?
A. Scanning The Surgical Schedule For The Day Before Morning Report
B. Reading The Pick/Preference List Attached To The Case Cart
C. Reviewing The Patient Medical Record
D. Studying An On-Line Tutorial About The Intended Surgical Procedure
ANS: C
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