AORN Periop 101 Exam Spring 2025

When applying the concept of a surgical conscience, which of the following statements should be considered? A. It involves mental discipline and the ability to speak out B. It is essential to the delivery of optimal care and prevent of harm C. It is limited to application to one's own individual practice 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: A. Air flow in the OR rooms should be cleaned by HEPA filters B. Air is kept at negative pressure with minimum of 25 air exchanges per hour C. Masks are required when open sterile supplies are present D. Relative humidity is maintained between 60 and 75% to prevent static electricity E. Temperature is maintained between 68 and 75 F - C. Masks are required when open sterile supplies are present E. Temperature is maintained between 68 and 75 F You are assigned to relieve a surgical technologist for lunch. You will need: A. A sterile gown and gloves opened on a table (Other than the main instrument table) for closed gloving B. A pair of surgical gloves opened on the main instrument table for closed gloving C. Surgical gloves opened on a table (Other than the main instrument table) for closed gloving D. Two pairs of surgical gloves opened on the main instrument table for initial double gloving The Joint Commission Universal Protocol consists of: A. Preoperative verification B. Surgical Site Marking C. Time out D. Transfer de-briefing Which of the following procedures reflects best practice for transferring medication from a medication vial to the sterile field? A. Clean the stopper with alcohol and hold the vial steady while the scrub person draws up the medication B. Draw up the medication with a needle and syringe and dispense it into a sterile medicine cup on the field C. Remove the stopped from the vial and pour the medication into a sterile medicine cup on the field D. Use a sterile transfer device Which of the following practices is recommended for the handling of natural absorbable sutures? A. Hold the suture at both ends and give it a sharp tug to straighten it B. Open the package at the start of the case and keep the suture submerged in sterile saline until needed C. Open the package carefully over a small basin to prevent splashing of the packaging solution D. Straighten the suture by gently pulling it through your fignertips - C. Open the package carefully over a small basin to prevent splashing of the packaging solution Recommended sponge count procedures include all of the following EXCEPT: A. counting all sponges at the beginning of the case B. counting silently so it doesn't distract other personnel C. separating sponges as they are counted D. simultaneous counting by two people, including an RN circulator Intrinsic and extrinsic factors that may lead to development of perioperative pressure ulcer include: A. Duration of the procedure B. Exaggerated positions C. Circulatory disorders D. Malnutrition E. Renal disorders What is the correct definition of an incisional biopsy? A. A fine gauge needle and syringe are used to aspirate the sample B. An entire section of tissue is sent for examination C. A small portion of the fluid is drawn and sent for examination D. A small portion of tissue is incised and sent for examination Which of the following methods listed below may prevent a mishap, event, or fire from occurring when handling electrosurgical equipment? 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 C. If the system does not function properly at normal settings, ask the surgeon how much to increase the settings D. Visually check the integrity and insulation of all cords and coagulation instruments before use. Which of the following statements reflect the concept of critical thinking? A. Memorization B. Rote tasks C. Informed practice D. Holistic thinking E. Unbiased thinking F. Reasoned application of a step by step process The following steps can be used to reduce personnel exposure to specimen fixatives such as formalin A. Avoid splashing while pouring B. Store in any location that provides convenient access C. When pouring wear gloves and a mask D. Use absorbent material and then triple-rinse with water any area or surface where accidental formalin spillage occurs E. Store fixatives securely so they are inaccessible to persons unfamiliar with their use