MCA I EXAM
MCA I EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
What type of allergies do you check before surgery? ANS >> Latex
allergy risk: eggs, bananas, avocados, chestnuts, potatoes,
peaches, kiwi
Betadine allergy risk: shellfish
Anesthetic agents have bisulfate preservative: report if allergy
to sulfur-containing drugs
Drug intolerances: unpleasant side effects, nausea,
constipation, diarrhea, or idiosyncratic reactions
True drug allergy: hives, anaphylactic reaction, causing
cardiopulmonary compromise (hypotension, tachycardia,
bronchospasms)
,MCA I EXAM
Ask questions regarding non-drug allergies, food and
environmental allergies
How do you care for your pt if they are confused and are post
op? ANS >> listening and talking with pt., offering explanations
and reassurance, encourage the presence and assistance of pt
caregivers.
monitor physiologic status, having side rails up, call bell
available, securing equipment, using pt. identifiers, and
verifying allergies.
on the floor, maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, adequate
nutrition, and sleep, manage pain, ensure proper bowel and
bladder function, and implement early mobilization.
What cultural aspect you want to think about before pt goes
into surgery? ANS >> Cultural bracelets/jewelry need to be
respected. If they think they are wearing a healing bracelet Tape
jewelry to body.
Jehovah's Witnesses do not allow blood transfusions
, MCA I EXAM
Amish: clergy makes decision and pays for care
Hispanic: decisions as a family
Hmong: father makes decision
How do you care for a pt in pain? ANS >> use pain scale or faces
to assess intensity of pain.
Administer pain meds, after surgery. Multimodal approach
better
Alternatives: music therapy, guided imagery, relaxation,
aromatherapy (effective adjuncts)
What is the surgical time out? ANS >> all member of the surgical
team stop what they are doing just before the procedure starts
to verify:
MCA I EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
What type of allergies do you check before surgery? ANS >> Latex
allergy risk: eggs, bananas, avocados, chestnuts, potatoes,
peaches, kiwi
Betadine allergy risk: shellfish
Anesthetic agents have bisulfate preservative: report if allergy
to sulfur-containing drugs
Drug intolerances: unpleasant side effects, nausea,
constipation, diarrhea, or idiosyncratic reactions
True drug allergy: hives, anaphylactic reaction, causing
cardiopulmonary compromise (hypotension, tachycardia,
bronchospasms)
,MCA I EXAM
Ask questions regarding non-drug allergies, food and
environmental allergies
How do you care for your pt if they are confused and are post
op? ANS >> listening and talking with pt., offering explanations
and reassurance, encourage the presence and assistance of pt
caregivers.
monitor physiologic status, having side rails up, call bell
available, securing equipment, using pt. identifiers, and
verifying allergies.
on the floor, maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, adequate
nutrition, and sleep, manage pain, ensure proper bowel and
bladder function, and implement early mobilization.
What cultural aspect you want to think about before pt goes
into surgery? ANS >> Cultural bracelets/jewelry need to be
respected. If they think they are wearing a healing bracelet Tape
jewelry to body.
Jehovah's Witnesses do not allow blood transfusions
, MCA I EXAM
Amish: clergy makes decision and pays for care
Hispanic: decisions as a family
Hmong: father makes decision
How do you care for a pt in pain? ANS >> use pain scale or faces
to assess intensity of pain.
Administer pain meds, after surgery. Multimodal approach
better
Alternatives: music therapy, guided imagery, relaxation,
aromatherapy (effective adjuncts)
What is the surgical time out? ANS >> all member of the surgical
team stop what they are doing just before the procedure starts
to verify:
