RNFA test 1 Questions and
Answers 100% PASS
Why is a finding of an S4 in an older adult a more common finding? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Decreased compliance of the left ventricle
Core body temperature should be monitored in all patients receiving: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Any general anesthetic for 30 minutes or more
In the anthropological sense, prescribed ways of behaving to prevent actual or
possible harm to self and others are called: - CORRECT ANSWER-Taboos
An instrument falls below the level of the back table during an operative
procedure. Only the circulating RN sees this happen. The nurse should: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Discard and replace the instrument with a sterile one
When decontaminating and cleaning a pneumatically powered surgical instrument
(3) rules: - CORRECT ANSWER-A detergent/disinfectant solution should be
used. The gas hose should remain attached to the handpiece. The outside should
be dried with lint free towels.
,When draping equipment: - CORRECT ANSWER-Control the drapes to prevent
them from moving and touching unsterile surfaces before or during an invasive
procedure
Badges worn by pregnant personnel should be worn at waist level and read every: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Month
The postoperative period is defined as: - CORRECT ANSWER-Closure of the
incision to admission to the PACU
Wound healing complications attributed to smoking (3): - CORRECT ANSWER-
Diminished collagen synthesis. Increased blood viscosity. Infection.
When choosing a retractor, it is important to consider which factor? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Physical characteristics of the patient
The RNFA can anticipate this type of case being scheduled for a patient with a
history of a malignant tumor in the distal transverse colon: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Left hemicolectomy
Due to excellent healing results with minimal scarring, which suturing technique is
commonly chosen for plastic surgery? - CORRECT ANSWER-Intradermal
The humidity levels of the OR should range between _% And _% - CORRECT
ANSWER-30-70
The curved needle is the most commonly used needle. What is the most common
size used for skin closure? - CORRECT ANSWER-3/8 inch
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, How many minutes is the usual dry time for most skin preps? - CORRECT
ANSWER-2-3
A knot that is made with two of the same throws known as: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Granny knot
What pathogen is both endogenous and exogenous? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Psuedomonas
Sutures should be selected based on: - CORRECT ANSWER-Ease of handling
There are disease processes that cause aortic aneurysms to develop. Name (3) -
CORRECT ANSWER-Turner syndrome. Scleroderma. Marfan syndrome.
Hesselbach triangle describes the location of the hernia. What structure comprises
the medial border of the triangle? - CORRECT ANSWER-Lateral edge of the
rectus abdominus muscle
Physicians must consider what when determining the best treatment option for
breast cancer surgery? - CORRECT ANSWER-Size of tumor
Another name for the left colic flexure: - CORRECT ANSWER-Splenic flexure
During MIS hysterectomy, this ligament is divided when an oopherectomy is
included in the procedure: - CORRECT ANSWER-Infundibulopelvic
An absolute contraindication for cholecystectomy include: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Uncontrolled coagulopathy
Answers 100% PASS
Why is a finding of an S4 in an older adult a more common finding? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Decreased compliance of the left ventricle
Core body temperature should be monitored in all patients receiving: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Any general anesthetic for 30 minutes or more
In the anthropological sense, prescribed ways of behaving to prevent actual or
possible harm to self and others are called: - CORRECT ANSWER-Taboos
An instrument falls below the level of the back table during an operative
procedure. Only the circulating RN sees this happen. The nurse should: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Discard and replace the instrument with a sterile one
When decontaminating and cleaning a pneumatically powered surgical instrument
(3) rules: - CORRECT ANSWER-A detergent/disinfectant solution should be
used. The gas hose should remain attached to the handpiece. The outside should
be dried with lint free towels.
,When draping equipment: - CORRECT ANSWER-Control the drapes to prevent
them from moving and touching unsterile surfaces before or during an invasive
procedure
Badges worn by pregnant personnel should be worn at waist level and read every: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Month
The postoperative period is defined as: - CORRECT ANSWER-Closure of the
incision to admission to the PACU
Wound healing complications attributed to smoking (3): - CORRECT ANSWER-
Diminished collagen synthesis. Increased blood viscosity. Infection.
When choosing a retractor, it is important to consider which factor? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Physical characteristics of the patient
The RNFA can anticipate this type of case being scheduled for a patient with a
history of a malignant tumor in the distal transverse colon: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Left hemicolectomy
Due to excellent healing results with minimal scarring, which suturing technique is
commonly chosen for plastic surgery? - CORRECT ANSWER-Intradermal
The humidity levels of the OR should range between _% And _% - CORRECT
ANSWER-30-70
The curved needle is the most commonly used needle. What is the most common
size used for skin closure? - CORRECT ANSWER-3/8 inch
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law
, How many minutes is the usual dry time for most skin preps? - CORRECT
ANSWER-2-3
A knot that is made with two of the same throws known as: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Granny knot
What pathogen is both endogenous and exogenous? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Psuedomonas
Sutures should be selected based on: - CORRECT ANSWER-Ease of handling
There are disease processes that cause aortic aneurysms to develop. Name (3) -
CORRECT ANSWER-Turner syndrome. Scleroderma. Marfan syndrome.
Hesselbach triangle describes the location of the hernia. What structure comprises
the medial border of the triangle? - CORRECT ANSWER-Lateral edge of the
rectus abdominus muscle
Physicians must consider what when determining the best treatment option for
breast cancer surgery? - CORRECT ANSWER-Size of tumor
Another name for the left colic flexure: - CORRECT ANSWER-Splenic flexure
During MIS hysterectomy, this ligament is divided when an oopherectomy is
included in the procedure: - CORRECT ANSWER-Infundibulopelvic
An absolute contraindication for cholecystectomy include: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Uncontrolled coagulopathy
