AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers (2022/2023)

AORN Periop 101 Final Exam Questions and Answers (2022/2023) A. Removal of resident bacteria B. Removal of dirt and oil C. The effectiveness of antimicrobials D. Removal of transient bacteria Correct Ans - A. Removal of resident bacteria Reduction in resident bacteria is aided by: A. Use of a degreaser B. Use of antimicrobials C. Prepping clean to dirty D. Mechanical friction Correct Ans - B. Use of antimicrobials Prolonged contact of skin antisepsis agents due to pooling of the solutions can cause patient injuries that include: 1. Chemical burns 2. Thermal burns 3. Injuries related to equipment malfunction Correct Ans - A. 1 and 2 Which one of the following statements is TRUE? A. Povidone-iodine's mechanism of action is to disrupt the cell membrane B. Povidone-iodine is nonirritating to the skin C. Povidone-iodine cannot be used on mucous membranes D. Heating povidone-iodine may decrease its effectiveness Correct Ans - D. Heating povidone-iodine may decrease its effectiveness Documentation of the preoperative skin prep includes all of the follow EXCEPT: A. Hair removal B. Manufacturer of solutions used C. Allergies D. Name of the person who performed the prep Correct Ans - B. Manufacturer of solutions used When prepping an extremity, which one of the following is ALWAYS required? A. Positioning the extremity to prevent prep solution from running toward the incision site B. Assistance in holding the limb C. Scrubbing nails with a brush before the formal prep D. Prepping so that the entire limb can be draped Correct Ans - A. Positioning the extremity to prevent prep solution from running toward the incision site