ASATT NCE MOCK EXAM RATED A+
A health professional who supervises the anesthesia care team during the perioperative
period is the: - ANSWER-anesthesiologist
A line isolation monitor will alarm when which of the following happens? - ANSWER-
When the leak current in all devices exceeds the maximum allowed
A medication used to treat malignant hyperthermia is: - ANSWER-Dantrolene
A myocardial infarction can be first detected by which monitor? - ANSWER-ECG
A normal arterial blood pH is between 7.25 - 7.34 - ANSWER-False
A normal blood gas has a pH in the range of - ANSWER-7.35 - 7.45
A normal end tidal CO2 is best maintained between 35 - 45 mmHg. - ANSWER-True
A normal hemoglobin level for a female is: - ANSWER-12 - 16
A patient complains of severe rib pain from a traumatic fall. An arterial blood gas is
obtained from the patient in the preoperative area. Results reveal: - ANSWER-
Respiratory alkalosis
A patient has an IV in his/her right forearm. Which of the following sites is the best initial
option for obtaining an accurate blood sample? - ANSWER-Opposite forearm
A patient with a recent myocardial infarction (MI) should have which of the following
ECG leads monitored? - ANSWER-V5
A peripheral nerve simulator would be helpful in monitoring the use of which of the
following medications? - ANSWER-Vecuronium bromide
A potential source of ignition for a fire in the intraoperative setting is: - ANSWER-cautery
A sign of carbon dioxide gas embolus during laparoscopic cholecystectomy includes -
ANSWER-Hypoxia
Acceptable methods by which correct placement of an endotracheal tube can be
confirmed include? - ANSWER-auscultation
capnography
According to the Mallampati classification, inability to visualize the soft palate during
airway assessment would be described as Class - ANSWER-IV
,Active warming devices are used during transfusions or fluid replacement therapy to: -
ANSWER-prevent hypothermia.
Adding epinephrine to a local anesthetic: - ANSWER-slows absorption
prolongs the duration of the block.
results in vasoconstriction
Adipose tissue secretes hormones. - ANSWER-True
Advantages of using a cell saver includes the - ANSWER-immediate availability of blood
for patients with compatibility issues.
decreased chance of transfusion error.
conservation of allogeneic blood supply.
minimization of the immunosuppressive effects of allogeneic blood.
Allogeneic blood should be administered through a ______ micron filter. - ANSWER-
170
An ABG result of pH 7.24, pCO2= 40 HCO3 = 18. Indicates metabolic acidosis. -
ANSWER-True
An active scavenge system requires__________ pressure. - ANSWER-negative
An advantage of using colloid solutions for fluid resuscitation is it - ANSWER-Causes
sustained increase in plasma volume
An agonist diminishes the effect of a drug. - ANSWER-False
An air bubble trapped in an ABG syringe causes: - ANSWER-decreased PaO2
An Allen's test is performed under which of the following circumstances? - ANSWER-To
assess radial / ulnar artery blood flow
An anesthesia machine does not pass the FDA checkout. Which of the following actions
should be taken first? - ANSWER-Communicate with the anesthesia care team
An anesthesia provider has requested a 20 mL bottle of 0.25% bupivacaine HCl, an
ampule of Propofol, a simple (vented) oxygen mask, and a "B" bevel needle. Which of
the following types of anesthesia is most likely planned for the patient? - ANSWER-
Regional anesthesia
An electroencephalogram may be useful in monitoring - ANSWER-Cerebral ischemia
, An electrosurgical unit limits the penetration of electricity into deep tissue by modifying
its? - ANSWER-frequency
An increase in carbon dioxide in the patient's blood is most likely caused by which
problem on the anesthesia gas machine? - ANSWER-Dry CO2 absorbent granules
An infusion pump is sounding an occlusion alarm. Which of the following is responsible?
- ANSWER-The substance being infused is too viscous
Anesthetic concerns for myringotomies and PE tube placements in pediatric patients
include: - ANSWER-a short procedure.
an inhalation induction.
use of face mask
As a result of cold temperatures, inaccurate pulse oximeter measurements may be
improved by - ANSWER-Using a site closer to the central circulation
As a result of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), treatment for delusional
hyponatremia includes - ANSWER-Diuretics
As published in the NIOSH recommendations, the occupational exposure to inhalational
anesthetic agents - ANSWER-Can be monitored by infrared analyzers
ASA standards require that, during all anesthetics the patient's oxygen saturation,
ventilation, circulation and temperature will be continually monitored. - ANSWER-True
Auto transfusion addresses patient concerns with - ANSWER-disease transmission.
sensitization to donated blood products
religious objections.
Bupivacaine HCl (Marcaine) is used for - ANSWER-Blocking nerve conduction
Cardiac output ________ in the trendelenburg position. - ANSWER-increases
Cardiac/ Vascular surgery such as mitral valve repair, repair of aortic dissection or
repair of congenital heart defects will benefit from the use of - ANSWER-
transesophageal echocardiography
Cell salvage is generally only considered when blood loss is expected to exceed -
ANSWER-20%
Central venous pressure is often monitored by cannulating the - ANSWER-Internal
jugular vein
Clinical signs of hypovolemia include: - ANSWER-increased heart rate, decreased
blood pressure, urine output < ½ cc/kg/hr.
A health professional who supervises the anesthesia care team during the perioperative
period is the: - ANSWER-anesthesiologist
A line isolation monitor will alarm when which of the following happens? - ANSWER-
When the leak current in all devices exceeds the maximum allowed
A medication used to treat malignant hyperthermia is: - ANSWER-Dantrolene
A myocardial infarction can be first detected by which monitor? - ANSWER-ECG
A normal arterial blood pH is between 7.25 - 7.34 - ANSWER-False
A normal blood gas has a pH in the range of - ANSWER-7.35 - 7.45
A normal end tidal CO2 is best maintained between 35 - 45 mmHg. - ANSWER-True
A normal hemoglobin level for a female is: - ANSWER-12 - 16
A patient complains of severe rib pain from a traumatic fall. An arterial blood gas is
obtained from the patient in the preoperative area. Results reveal: - ANSWER-
Respiratory alkalosis
A patient has an IV in his/her right forearm. Which of the following sites is the best initial
option for obtaining an accurate blood sample? - ANSWER-Opposite forearm
A patient with a recent myocardial infarction (MI) should have which of the following
ECG leads monitored? - ANSWER-V5
A peripheral nerve simulator would be helpful in monitoring the use of which of the
following medications? - ANSWER-Vecuronium bromide
A potential source of ignition for a fire in the intraoperative setting is: - ANSWER-cautery
A sign of carbon dioxide gas embolus during laparoscopic cholecystectomy includes -
ANSWER-Hypoxia
Acceptable methods by which correct placement of an endotracheal tube can be
confirmed include? - ANSWER-auscultation
capnography
According to the Mallampati classification, inability to visualize the soft palate during
airway assessment would be described as Class - ANSWER-IV
,Active warming devices are used during transfusions or fluid replacement therapy to: -
ANSWER-prevent hypothermia.
Adding epinephrine to a local anesthetic: - ANSWER-slows absorption
prolongs the duration of the block.
results in vasoconstriction
Adipose tissue secretes hormones. - ANSWER-True
Advantages of using a cell saver includes the - ANSWER-immediate availability of blood
for patients with compatibility issues.
decreased chance of transfusion error.
conservation of allogeneic blood supply.
minimization of the immunosuppressive effects of allogeneic blood.
Allogeneic blood should be administered through a ______ micron filter. - ANSWER-
170
An ABG result of pH 7.24, pCO2= 40 HCO3 = 18. Indicates metabolic acidosis. -
ANSWER-True
An active scavenge system requires__________ pressure. - ANSWER-negative
An advantage of using colloid solutions for fluid resuscitation is it - ANSWER-Causes
sustained increase in plasma volume
An agonist diminishes the effect of a drug. - ANSWER-False
An air bubble trapped in an ABG syringe causes: - ANSWER-decreased PaO2
An Allen's test is performed under which of the following circumstances? - ANSWER-To
assess radial / ulnar artery blood flow
An anesthesia machine does not pass the FDA checkout. Which of the following actions
should be taken first? - ANSWER-Communicate with the anesthesia care team
An anesthesia provider has requested a 20 mL bottle of 0.25% bupivacaine HCl, an
ampule of Propofol, a simple (vented) oxygen mask, and a "B" bevel needle. Which of
the following types of anesthesia is most likely planned for the patient? - ANSWER-
Regional anesthesia
An electroencephalogram may be useful in monitoring - ANSWER-Cerebral ischemia
, An electrosurgical unit limits the penetration of electricity into deep tissue by modifying
its? - ANSWER-frequency
An increase in carbon dioxide in the patient's blood is most likely caused by which
problem on the anesthesia gas machine? - ANSWER-Dry CO2 absorbent granules
An infusion pump is sounding an occlusion alarm. Which of the following is responsible?
- ANSWER-The substance being infused is too viscous
Anesthetic concerns for myringotomies and PE tube placements in pediatric patients
include: - ANSWER-a short procedure.
an inhalation induction.
use of face mask
As a result of cold temperatures, inaccurate pulse oximeter measurements may be
improved by - ANSWER-Using a site closer to the central circulation
As a result of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), treatment for delusional
hyponatremia includes - ANSWER-Diuretics
As published in the NIOSH recommendations, the occupational exposure to inhalational
anesthetic agents - ANSWER-Can be monitored by infrared analyzers
ASA standards require that, during all anesthetics the patient's oxygen saturation,
ventilation, circulation and temperature will be continually monitored. - ANSWER-True
Auto transfusion addresses patient concerns with - ANSWER-disease transmission.
sensitization to donated blood products
religious objections.
Bupivacaine HCl (Marcaine) is used for - ANSWER-Blocking nerve conduction
Cardiac output ________ in the trendelenburg position. - ANSWER-increases
Cardiac/ Vascular surgery such as mitral valve repair, repair of aortic dissection or
repair of congenital heart defects will benefit from the use of - ANSWER-
transesophageal echocardiography
Cell salvage is generally only considered when blood loss is expected to exceed -
ANSWER-20%
Central venous pressure is often monitored by cannulating the - ANSWER-Internal
jugular vein
Clinical signs of hypovolemia include: - ANSWER-increased heart rate, decreased
blood pressure, urine output < ½ cc/kg/hr.
