CNOR Questions and Answers Latest 2025
While completing the preoperative assessment, a nurse notices the pt R knee has been
marked by the surgeon but the pt is scheduled for the L Knee arthroplasty. What is the
best action for the nurse? - ANS-verify with the surgeon
A pt age 7 is scheduled for a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy at the ambulatory
surgery center. During the preoperative telephone interview, the mother asks the
preoperative nurse if her daughter will be able to take her favorite stuffed animal into the
OR. Which of the following is the best response based on the child's developmental
level - ANS-we will make sure the toy stays with your daughter until the anesthetic takes
effect
The periperative registered nurse notes that the pt is taking garlic as a prophylactic cold
remedy. This information is reported to which of the following health care providers? -
ANS-Anesthesia care provider, because garlic can prolong bleeding
A pt who has just received a local anesthetic block is beginning to demonstrate
decreased breathing rate & depth, tremors, and muscle twitching, the nurse should
suspect a/an - ANS-toxic reaction to the local anesthesia
the perioperative nurse can expect the would /ostomy/continence nurse to mark the site
for the stoma for a colostomy at - ANS-rectus muscle
During a local procedure, the nurse notices that the pt is exhibiting a sense of
uneasiness, agitation, coughing & wheezing. The nrse should suspect a/an - ANS-
allergic reaction to the local anesthesia
the 3 tops risk factors associated w/ pt falls are medications, gait, and - ANS-previous
fall
normal hematocrit for pt age 10 years ranges from - ANS-34-40%
universal protocol is a process to keep pt safe in surgery. Verbal confirmation is
performed at 3 points during the perioperative period. Which of the following is identified
as 1 of the 3 critical points? - ANS-sign in before induction of anesthesia
a 12 year old boy is scheduled for srgery to repair a fracture to the knee involving the
epiphyseal plate. The perioperative nurse recognizes the primary complication resulting
from the injury is - ANS-impaired growth to the affected leg
a pt suffers a cardiac arrest following the injection of bupivacaine 0.5% w/ epi 1:200,000
25 mL as a peripheral nerve block for L knee arthroscopy. The perioperative nurse can
anticipate obtaining which of the following drugs for the anesthesia care provider? -
ANS-20% lipid emulsion
,Which of the following is an assessment parameter monitored through the use of
perioperative nurse process? - ANS-documentation of potential needs
preoperative pt assessment of the use of herbs is an important function of the
perioperative nurse so that - ANS-the appropriate healthcare provider can be notified of
potential risks to the surgical procedure
which electrolyte is important to check preoperatively after bowel prep the day before? -
ANS-Potassium
AORN peripoperative nursing data set (PNDS) is the structured nursing vocabulary
designed to describe nursing care in the perioperative setting. At the core of the PNDS
conceptual model is the - ANS-patient
What Is Defined As The Standardized Process To Keep Patients Safe In Surgery? -
ANS-Universal protocol
The purpose of witnessing a surgical consent is to attest to which of the following? -
ANS-the signature was voluntary and not coerced
Which one of the following antibiotics can potentiate neuromuscular blocking agents? -
ANS-piperacillin
Universal protocol is - ANS-a standardized means for ensuring pt safety during surgery
during the discharge medication reconciliation process, the postanesthesia care unit
nurse educates the pt and family members to - ANS-use 1 pharmacy for filling all
prescriptions and OTC medications
a pt scheduled for an emergency hip arthroplasty has a preoperative prothrombin result
of 12 seconds. The best action of the RN circulator is to - ANS-inform the surgical team
and transport the patient to the OR suite
During the preoperative assessment, the pt states that "donor-directed" RBCs are
available and should be sued if a blood transfusion is necessary. Which of the following
is accurate about donor directed RBCs? - ANS-donated blood is tested and processed
by the blood bank
What is the physiological change associated w/ the normal aging process in geriatric pt?
- ANS-increased vascular resistance
during the preoperative assessment, the perioperative nurse notes on the history &
physical that the pt has an entrapped median nerve on the volar surface of the wrist
secondary to her work as an IT specialist. The nurse will set up for which of the
following procedures? - ANS-carpal tunnel repair
, which of the following pt is at increased risk of inadvertent hypothermia? - ANS-82 year
old undergoing colectomy
pt is admitted from a long term facility with a fractured hip. The pt has a " do not
resuscitate" (DNR) order in his medical record. The perioperative nurse's next action is
to - ANS-ensure that the pt, anesthesia care provider & surgeon have an opportunity to
discuss options and answer questions
It is the responsibility of the _____ to obtain informed consent for a proposed surgical
procedure - ANS-practitioner performing the procedure
a form of standardized language in the perioperative setting is reinforced by the use of
which documentation format? - ANS-PNDS
Pneumatic tourniquet inflation pressures are determined by - ANS-systolic BP, age of
pt, & circumference of extremity
placing sequential compression devices ( SCDs) on a pt legs preoperatively addresses
which of the following risk factors for the development of deep vain thrombosis (DVT)? -
ANS-venous stasis
a pt is scheduled for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy at 1000. In response to a question
related to NPO status, the pt states she had a sip of water with her usual dose of
metoprolol/hydrochlorothiazide at 0700. The perioperative nurse's next response is to: -
ANS-proceed with the case as scheduled
bone wax should be immediately available for craniotomies conducted in the Fowler
position because of this position's increased risk for: - ANS-air embolus
for a pt with a history of serum cholinesterase deficiency, which of the following
anesthetic agents should be avoided? - ANS-succinylcholin
the perioperative registered nurse is caring for a developmentally delayed male pt aged
46 years whose cognitive level is comparable to a child aged 9 years.Which of the
following is the most appropriate pain assessment tool? - ANS-using a FACES pain
rating scale
Pt with a possible injury within the cranium should not be placed in a ____ position
unless absolutely necessary - ANS-Trendelenburg
Which of the following is an example of education using the pt centered care approach?
- ANS-call the dr if the blood on your dressing is bigger than a fifty cent piece
greatest risk for transmitting the HIV virus is through exposure - ANS-to infected blood
or body fluids via a large bore hollow needle
While completing the preoperative assessment, a nurse notices the pt R knee has been
marked by the surgeon but the pt is scheduled for the L Knee arthroplasty. What is the
best action for the nurse? - ANS-verify with the surgeon
A pt age 7 is scheduled for a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy at the ambulatory
surgery center. During the preoperative telephone interview, the mother asks the
preoperative nurse if her daughter will be able to take her favorite stuffed animal into the
OR. Which of the following is the best response based on the child's developmental
level - ANS-we will make sure the toy stays with your daughter until the anesthetic takes
effect
The periperative registered nurse notes that the pt is taking garlic as a prophylactic cold
remedy. This information is reported to which of the following health care providers? -
ANS-Anesthesia care provider, because garlic can prolong bleeding
A pt who has just received a local anesthetic block is beginning to demonstrate
decreased breathing rate & depth, tremors, and muscle twitching, the nurse should
suspect a/an - ANS-toxic reaction to the local anesthesia
the perioperative nurse can expect the would /ostomy/continence nurse to mark the site
for the stoma for a colostomy at - ANS-rectus muscle
During a local procedure, the nurse notices that the pt is exhibiting a sense of
uneasiness, agitation, coughing & wheezing. The nrse should suspect a/an - ANS-
allergic reaction to the local anesthesia
the 3 tops risk factors associated w/ pt falls are medications, gait, and - ANS-previous
fall
normal hematocrit for pt age 10 years ranges from - ANS-34-40%
universal protocol is a process to keep pt safe in surgery. Verbal confirmation is
performed at 3 points during the perioperative period. Which of the following is identified
as 1 of the 3 critical points? - ANS-sign in before induction of anesthesia
a 12 year old boy is scheduled for srgery to repair a fracture to the knee involving the
epiphyseal plate. The perioperative nurse recognizes the primary complication resulting
from the injury is - ANS-impaired growth to the affected leg
a pt suffers a cardiac arrest following the injection of bupivacaine 0.5% w/ epi 1:200,000
25 mL as a peripheral nerve block for L knee arthroscopy. The perioperative nurse can
anticipate obtaining which of the following drugs for the anesthesia care provider? -
ANS-20% lipid emulsion
,Which of the following is an assessment parameter monitored through the use of
perioperative nurse process? - ANS-documentation of potential needs
preoperative pt assessment of the use of herbs is an important function of the
perioperative nurse so that - ANS-the appropriate healthcare provider can be notified of
potential risks to the surgical procedure
which electrolyte is important to check preoperatively after bowel prep the day before? -
ANS-Potassium
AORN peripoperative nursing data set (PNDS) is the structured nursing vocabulary
designed to describe nursing care in the perioperative setting. At the core of the PNDS
conceptual model is the - ANS-patient
What Is Defined As The Standardized Process To Keep Patients Safe In Surgery? -
ANS-Universal protocol
The purpose of witnessing a surgical consent is to attest to which of the following? -
ANS-the signature was voluntary and not coerced
Which one of the following antibiotics can potentiate neuromuscular blocking agents? -
ANS-piperacillin
Universal protocol is - ANS-a standardized means for ensuring pt safety during surgery
during the discharge medication reconciliation process, the postanesthesia care unit
nurse educates the pt and family members to - ANS-use 1 pharmacy for filling all
prescriptions and OTC medications
a pt scheduled for an emergency hip arthroplasty has a preoperative prothrombin result
of 12 seconds. The best action of the RN circulator is to - ANS-inform the surgical team
and transport the patient to the OR suite
During the preoperative assessment, the pt states that "donor-directed" RBCs are
available and should be sued if a blood transfusion is necessary. Which of the following
is accurate about donor directed RBCs? - ANS-donated blood is tested and processed
by the blood bank
What is the physiological change associated w/ the normal aging process in geriatric pt?
- ANS-increased vascular resistance
during the preoperative assessment, the perioperative nurse notes on the history &
physical that the pt has an entrapped median nerve on the volar surface of the wrist
secondary to her work as an IT specialist. The nurse will set up for which of the
following procedures? - ANS-carpal tunnel repair
, which of the following pt is at increased risk of inadvertent hypothermia? - ANS-82 year
old undergoing colectomy
pt is admitted from a long term facility with a fractured hip. The pt has a " do not
resuscitate" (DNR) order in his medical record. The perioperative nurse's next action is
to - ANS-ensure that the pt, anesthesia care provider & surgeon have an opportunity to
discuss options and answer questions
It is the responsibility of the _____ to obtain informed consent for a proposed surgical
procedure - ANS-practitioner performing the procedure
a form of standardized language in the perioperative setting is reinforced by the use of
which documentation format? - ANS-PNDS
Pneumatic tourniquet inflation pressures are determined by - ANS-systolic BP, age of
pt, & circumference of extremity
placing sequential compression devices ( SCDs) on a pt legs preoperatively addresses
which of the following risk factors for the development of deep vain thrombosis (DVT)? -
ANS-venous stasis
a pt is scheduled for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy at 1000. In response to a question
related to NPO status, the pt states she had a sip of water with her usual dose of
metoprolol/hydrochlorothiazide at 0700. The perioperative nurse's next response is to: -
ANS-proceed with the case as scheduled
bone wax should be immediately available for craniotomies conducted in the Fowler
position because of this position's increased risk for: - ANS-air embolus
for a pt with a history of serum cholinesterase deficiency, which of the following
anesthetic agents should be avoided? - ANS-succinylcholin
the perioperative registered nurse is caring for a developmentally delayed male pt aged
46 years whose cognitive level is comparable to a child aged 9 years.Which of the
following is the most appropriate pain assessment tool? - ANS-using a FACES pain
rating scale
Pt with a possible injury within the cranium should not be placed in a ____ position
unless absolutely necessary - ANS-Trendelenburg
Which of the following is an example of education using the pt centered care approach?
- ANS-call the dr if the blood on your dressing is bigger than a fifty cent piece
greatest risk for transmitting the HIV virus is through exposure - ANS-to infected blood
or body fluids via a large bore hollow needle
