NURS 171 CHAPTER 36 PERIOPERATIVE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | NURS 171 CHAPTER 36 PERIOPERATIVE STUDY
GUIDE & PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
Which surgical team member performs the role of coordinating all activities in the operating
room?
A. Anesthetist
B. Scrub nurse
C. Circulating nurse
D. Registered nurse first assist - Correct answer ✔✔ C
Which client is at highest risk for developing postsurgical complications?
A. 18 year old male trauma client
B. 35 year old C section
C. 55 year old heart bypass
D. 75 year old poor vision - Correct answer ✔✔ D
Before a client is taken to the surgical suite area, which items should be removed and given to
the family or secured? Select all that apply.
A. Identification bracelet
B. Hearing aid
C. Glasses
D. Jewelry
E. Hospital gown - Correct answer ✔✔ B, C, D
Which personal habits can increase surgical risk? Select all that apply.
ANSWERS | NURS 171 CHAPTER 36 PERIOPERATIVE STUDY
GUIDE & PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
Which surgical team member performs the role of coordinating all activities in the operating
room?
A. Anesthetist
B. Scrub nurse
C. Circulating nurse
D. Registered nurse first assist - Correct answer ✔✔ C
Which client is at highest risk for developing postsurgical complications?
A. 18 year old male trauma client
B. 35 year old C section
C. 55 year old heart bypass
D. 75 year old poor vision - Correct answer ✔✔ D
Before a client is taken to the surgical suite area, which items should be removed and given to
the family or secured? Select all that apply.
A. Identification bracelet
B. Hearing aid
C. Glasses
D. Jewelry
E. Hospital gown - Correct answer ✔✔ B, C, D
Which personal habits can increase surgical risk? Select all that apply.
