CPAN Certification
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1. A patient arrives in the PACU post stapedectomy complaining of vertigo.
The RN notes that the patient has packing retained within the ear. The
nurse: - Correct Answer: does not disturb the packing
2. When giving preoperative instructions for an adult, the RN instructs that
clear liquids can be consumed up to 2 hours before induction of anesthesia
because this will - Correct Answer: decrease residual gastric volume
3. Patient outcomes have improved with the use of gases that have shortened
which phase of anesthesia? - Correct Answer: stage 2- delirium
4. Delayed discharge of a child with resolved laryngeal edema is related to -
Correct Answer: possible rebound effect of racemic epinephrine
5. The occurrence of postdural puncture headache is most frequently
attributed to - Correct Answer: leaking of cerebrospinal fluid
,6. Early sign of bupivicaine toxicity - Correct Answer: muscle twitching
7. When educating a patient with an AV shunt placement, the RN instructs the
nurse to - Correct Answer: palpate the arm for a thrill
8. Elderly patients have an increased risk of aspiration during general
anesthesia because of - Correct Answer: a decrease in esophageal
motility
9. A patient with a history of cocaine abuse is received in PACU. The RN
monitors this patient closely for - Correct Answer: cardiac dysrhythmias
10.When preparing an adolescent patient for surgery, the RN understands it is
best to interview the patient - Correct Answer: without parents present
11.Patients are instructed to discontinue the use of gingko biloba because it -
Correct Answer: interferes with blood clotting
12.A patient with an LMA in place is attempting to speak upon arrival in the
PACU. The RN - Correct Answer: performs the standard respiratory
assessment
13.An RN is caring for a patient with DM I who takes metformin and has an
insulin pump. The RN instructs the patient preoperatively to - Correct
Answer: consult the endocrinologist for insulin instructions
,14.CO2 gas migration post laparoscopic surgery can result in - Correct
Answer: shoulder pain
15.Pre-op assessment for a 32 year old patient who is scheduled for a
tonsillectomy reveals a history of easy bruising. The RN - Correct
Answer: alerts the physician for possible further diagnostic testing
16.A patient post anorectal surgery is experiencing urinary retention. The RN
recognizes that the most significant contributing factor of the urinary
retention is intraoperative administration of - Correct Answer:
bupivacaine
17.Which of the following patients is the most likely to develop PONV? -
Correct Answer: female nonsmoker who will receive opioids
18.In caring for a patient following an AV fistula placement, the RN's first action
is to - Correct Answer: auscultate the bruit
19.During a pre-op evaluation, the patient indicates a fear of surgery because a
parent remained "asleep" and not able to breathe on their own for 2 days
after surgery. The RN suspects this patient may be at risk for what inherited
condition? - Correct Answer: atypical pseudocholinesterase
20.In caring for a post-op patient with an LMA in place, the LMA - Correct
Answer: does not protect against aspiration
, 21.When a patient with TB is transported to the PACU, the RN is aware that -
Correct Answer: a surgical mask should be placed on the patient
22.To teach self-care information to a patient, the RN's first action is to -
Correct Answer: assess the patient's learning needs
23.When discharging a patient following a laparoscopic procedure, the RN
advises the patient that the presence of shoulder pain - Correct Answer:
can be a normal occurrence
24.Infants under 46 weeks of conceptual age are not candidates for
ambulatory surgery because of the risk of - Correct Answer: apnea
Using CHG wipes or solution prior to a total knee replacement will - Correct
Answer: decrease the skin's microbial colony counts
Which of the following is the best explanation to provide a patient for how a
demand pacemaker work? - Correct Answer: it senses the heart rate and
starts a beat as needed
The anesthesia provider reports to the RN that a patient received sugammadex.
The RN informs the patient to take which action for 1 week postoperatively? -
Correct Answer: Use an alternative method to oral contraceptives
Comprehensive Resource To Help You Ace 2026-2027 Exams
Includes Frequently Tested Questions With ELABORATED
100% Correct COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Guaranteed Pass First Attempt!! Current Update!!
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1. A patient arrives in the PACU post stapedectomy complaining of vertigo.
The RN notes that the patient has packing retained within the ear. The
nurse: - Correct Answer: does not disturb the packing
2. When giving preoperative instructions for an adult, the RN instructs that
clear liquids can be consumed up to 2 hours before induction of anesthesia
because this will - Correct Answer: decrease residual gastric volume
3. Patient outcomes have improved with the use of gases that have shortened
which phase of anesthesia? - Correct Answer: stage 2- delirium
4. Delayed discharge of a child with resolved laryngeal edema is related to -
Correct Answer: possible rebound effect of racemic epinephrine
5. The occurrence of postdural puncture headache is most frequently
attributed to - Correct Answer: leaking of cerebrospinal fluid
,6. Early sign of bupivicaine toxicity - Correct Answer: muscle twitching
7. When educating a patient with an AV shunt placement, the RN instructs the
nurse to - Correct Answer: palpate the arm for a thrill
8. Elderly patients have an increased risk of aspiration during general
anesthesia because of - Correct Answer: a decrease in esophageal
motility
9. A patient with a history of cocaine abuse is received in PACU. The RN
monitors this patient closely for - Correct Answer: cardiac dysrhythmias
10.When preparing an adolescent patient for surgery, the RN understands it is
best to interview the patient - Correct Answer: without parents present
11.Patients are instructed to discontinue the use of gingko biloba because it -
Correct Answer: interferes with blood clotting
12.A patient with an LMA in place is attempting to speak upon arrival in the
PACU. The RN - Correct Answer: performs the standard respiratory
assessment
13.An RN is caring for a patient with DM I who takes metformin and has an
insulin pump. The RN instructs the patient preoperatively to - Correct
Answer: consult the endocrinologist for insulin instructions
,14.CO2 gas migration post laparoscopic surgery can result in - Correct
Answer: shoulder pain
15.Pre-op assessment for a 32 year old patient who is scheduled for a
tonsillectomy reveals a history of easy bruising. The RN - Correct
Answer: alerts the physician for possible further diagnostic testing
16.A patient post anorectal surgery is experiencing urinary retention. The RN
recognizes that the most significant contributing factor of the urinary
retention is intraoperative administration of - Correct Answer:
bupivacaine
17.Which of the following patients is the most likely to develop PONV? -
Correct Answer: female nonsmoker who will receive opioids
18.In caring for a patient following an AV fistula placement, the RN's first action
is to - Correct Answer: auscultate the bruit
19.During a pre-op evaluation, the patient indicates a fear of surgery because a
parent remained "asleep" and not able to breathe on their own for 2 days
after surgery. The RN suspects this patient may be at risk for what inherited
condition? - Correct Answer: atypical pseudocholinesterase
20.In caring for a post-op patient with an LMA in place, the LMA - Correct
Answer: does not protect against aspiration
, 21.When a patient with TB is transported to the PACU, the RN is aware that -
Correct Answer: a surgical mask should be placed on the patient
22.To teach self-care information to a patient, the RN's first action is to -
Correct Answer: assess the patient's learning needs
23.When discharging a patient following a laparoscopic procedure, the RN
advises the patient that the presence of shoulder pain - Correct Answer:
can be a normal occurrence
24.Infants under 46 weeks of conceptual age are not candidates for
ambulatory surgery because of the risk of - Correct Answer: apnea
Using CHG wipes or solution prior to a total knee replacement will - Correct
Answer: decrease the skin's microbial colony counts
Which of the following is the best explanation to provide a patient for how a
demand pacemaker work? - Correct Answer: it senses the heart rate and
starts a beat as needed
The anesthesia provider reports to the RN that a patient received sugammadex.
The RN informs the patient to take which action for 1 week postoperatively? -
Correct Answer: Use an alternative method to oral contraceptives
