CNOR Practice Questions with Complete
Solutions
When should assistive technology be used when transfering a
patient? Correct Answer-When one team member is required to lift more
than 35lbs of patient
Time for surgeon to authenticate verbal orders (federal mandate, not hospital
policy) Correct Answer-48 hours
Examples of clinical alarms Correct Answer-alarms on cardiac monitors
anesthesia machines, ventilators (visual, auditory or both)
Universal Protocol Correct Answer-prevent wrong site, wrong procedure, and
wrong surgery
1. Preop/ procedure verification process
2. marking site
3. time out
* part of assessment phase of Nursing Process
, CNOR Practice Questions with Complete
Solutions
National Patient Safety Goals
Examples of full body patient transfer devices Correct Answer-air-assisted
transfer mattresses (hovermats), full body slides, mechanical lifting equipment
Examples of safety-engineered devices to prevent sharps injuries Correct
Answer-blunt suture needles, safety scalpels, needless systems, alternate wound
closures
Contact time Correct Answer-specific length of time disinfectants can remain
in contact w/ microorganisms to achieve disinfection
For every time of equipment of supply used on or for patient, what document
should always be followed? Correct Answer-IFU- manufacturer's instructions
for use
Adverse reactions to polymethymethacrylate (bone cement) Correct Answer-
hypotension, cardiac arrest, CVA, pulmonary embolism, fat embolism,
hypersensitivity, thrombophlebitis, death
, CNOR Practice Questions with Complete
Solutions
RN's action after hearing a verbal order from Dr Correct Answer-read back the
order
Symptoms of local anesthetic systemic toxicity Correct Answer-metallic taste,
confusion, dizziness, numbness (initial phase)
Indication for use of BSS (Endosol) (balanced salt solution) Correct Answer-
keep eye moist during surgery
Effective meds to reduce postop N/V Correct Answer-Droperidol,
Ondansetron, Promethazine
Maximum number of meds prep RN should compound in periop suite Correct
Answer-Three
What type of muscle cell is affected during MH? Correct Answer-Skeletal
Examples of research evidence Correct Answer-RCTs, systematic reviews,
quasi-experimental studies
, CNOR Practice Questions with Complete
Solutions
Standardized language that reflects period nursing practices? Correct Answer-
Perioperative Nursing Data Set (PNDS)
Examples of non-absorbable suture materials Correct Answer-cotton, milk,
nylon sutures
implant that reduces tremors, involuntary movements, gait problems for
Parkinson's Correct Answer-Deep brain stimulator
What is Unique Device Identification? Correct Answer-FDA requirement;
every device has a number (also on package); for implantable life-supporting,
sustaining devices
Risk assessment for pressure injuries Correct Answer-Braden Scale, Munro
Scale, Scott Triggers Tool
Using prophylactic dressings applied to healthy skin that is at risk for pressure
injury may reduce effects of Correct Answer-pressure, shear, friction
Solutions
When should assistive technology be used when transfering a
patient? Correct Answer-When one team member is required to lift more
than 35lbs of patient
Time for surgeon to authenticate verbal orders (federal mandate, not hospital
policy) Correct Answer-48 hours
Examples of clinical alarms Correct Answer-alarms on cardiac monitors
anesthesia machines, ventilators (visual, auditory or both)
Universal Protocol Correct Answer-prevent wrong site, wrong procedure, and
wrong surgery
1. Preop/ procedure verification process
2. marking site
3. time out
* part of assessment phase of Nursing Process
, CNOR Practice Questions with Complete
Solutions
National Patient Safety Goals
Examples of full body patient transfer devices Correct Answer-air-assisted
transfer mattresses (hovermats), full body slides, mechanical lifting equipment
Examples of safety-engineered devices to prevent sharps injuries Correct
Answer-blunt suture needles, safety scalpels, needless systems, alternate wound
closures
Contact time Correct Answer-specific length of time disinfectants can remain
in contact w/ microorganisms to achieve disinfection
For every time of equipment of supply used on or for patient, what document
should always be followed? Correct Answer-IFU- manufacturer's instructions
for use
Adverse reactions to polymethymethacrylate (bone cement) Correct Answer-
hypotension, cardiac arrest, CVA, pulmonary embolism, fat embolism,
hypersensitivity, thrombophlebitis, death
, CNOR Practice Questions with Complete
Solutions
RN's action after hearing a verbal order from Dr Correct Answer-read back the
order
Symptoms of local anesthetic systemic toxicity Correct Answer-metallic taste,
confusion, dizziness, numbness (initial phase)
Indication for use of BSS (Endosol) (balanced salt solution) Correct Answer-
keep eye moist during surgery
Effective meds to reduce postop N/V Correct Answer-Droperidol,
Ondansetron, Promethazine
Maximum number of meds prep RN should compound in periop suite Correct
Answer-Three
What type of muscle cell is affected during MH? Correct Answer-Skeletal
Examples of research evidence Correct Answer-RCTs, systematic reviews,
quasi-experimental studies
, CNOR Practice Questions with Complete
Solutions
Standardized language that reflects period nursing practices? Correct Answer-
Perioperative Nursing Data Set (PNDS)
Examples of non-absorbable suture materials Correct Answer-cotton, milk,
nylon sutures
implant that reduces tremors, involuntary movements, gait problems for
Parkinson's Correct Answer-Deep brain stimulator
What is Unique Device Identification? Correct Answer-FDA requirement;
every device has a number (also on package); for implantable life-supporting,
sustaining devices
Risk assessment for pressure injuries Correct Answer-Braden Scale, Munro
Scale, Scott Triggers Tool
Using prophylactic dressings applied to healthy skin that is at risk for pressure
injury may reduce effects of Correct Answer-pressure, shear, friction
