CPAN Misc and From Notes Exam
Questions with complete Solutions
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Rhytidectomy - ANS-a "facelift"
Most concerning symptom after a rhytidectomy - ANS-Severe unilateral pain
What is severe unilateral pain indicative of post op rhytidectomy? - ANS-Hematoma
Postoperatively, a carotid endarterectomy patient with a history of COPD and coronary
angioplasty undergoes routine anesthesia assessment which begins with the assessment of the
patient's:
a: Cardiac status
b: level of consciousness
c: operative site
d: ventilatory status - ANS-d
An example of an appropriate PACU outcome indicator for a radical neck patient who required a
tracheostomy is:
a: patient able to communicate need for suctioning
b: suctioning equipment available at bedside
c: trach dressing appearance charted upon discharge
d: lung sounds assessed every 15 min for first hour after PACU admission - ANS-a
PACU outcome indicator - ANS-Fancy way to say "goal"
The PACU manager is informed of an acute shortage of RN's in the delivery room. The available
PACU nurse can be floated when:
a: the nursing supervisor requests it
b: there are no patients in the PACU
c: the PACU nurse agrees to float
d: competency is evidenced for that area - ANS-d
1 hr post nasal surg, a healthy 19 y.o. pt with a neg cardiac hx develops tachycardia, HTN, &
occasional dysrhythmias. The pt remains awake, alert and in no apparent distress.
While a coworker notifies the anesthesiologist, the ambulatory surgery nurse:
a: reviews intraop meds
, b: notifies surgeon to inspect for hemorrhage
c: obtains a 12 lead EKG
d: initiates oxygen at 3 liters - ANS-a
could also notify the provider, but more acutely the meds could be affecting the pt not
necessarily a hemorrhage
Think about it, can you obtain a 12 lead EKG without an order? - ANS-no- so if there is a
question indicating something that requires an order it is not the answer
the best way for the ambulatory nurse to determine if the pt understands d/c instructions related
to foley catheter care is to ask the patient to:
a: sign the d/c instructions after questions are answered
b: explain the procedure to a family member
c: demonstrates the procedure to empty the foley bag
d: explains the answers to a written post test question - ANS-c
the GOLD STANDARD when educating a patient. they must teach back to assure competency-
look for this in the questions!
Teachback is... - ANS-the GOLD STANDARD when educating a patient. they must teach back
to assure competency- look for this in the questions!
Pt who received IV sedation for carpal tunnel syndrome repair is awake, alert and meets criteria
for discharge.
Unable to find a designated driver, the pt insists on driving home unaccompanied. the priority
nursing action is to:
a: allow the pt to drive home unaccompanied, since d/c criteria has been met
b: have the pt stay an additional 2 hrs before driving home unaccompanied
c: assist the pt in finding a ride home
d: notify the physician of the pt's situation - ANS-c
(you don't need a provider to help find a ride)
the PACU Rn evaluates the pt's urine amount and color, IV fluid types and amounts, pulmonary
secretion characteristics after major abdominal surgery in order to assess the pt for:
a: 3rd spacing
b: hyponatremia
c: abdominal distention - ANS-a?
- this is not officially answered in the notes, but is in the chegg flashcards with this answer
Considerations with flumazanil - ANS-Caution with pts who have hx or seizures- this can cause
seizures
What is a vitrectomy? - ANS-A vitrectomy is a type of eye surgery to treat various problems with
the retina and vitreous. During the surgery, your surgeon removes the vitreous and replaces it
with another solution. The vitreous is a gel-like substance that fills the middle portion of your eye
Questions with complete Solutions
2025/2026 A+ Graded 100% Verified
Rhytidectomy - ANS-a "facelift"
Most concerning symptom after a rhytidectomy - ANS-Severe unilateral pain
What is severe unilateral pain indicative of post op rhytidectomy? - ANS-Hematoma
Postoperatively, a carotid endarterectomy patient with a history of COPD and coronary
angioplasty undergoes routine anesthesia assessment which begins with the assessment of the
patient's:
a: Cardiac status
b: level of consciousness
c: operative site
d: ventilatory status - ANS-d
An example of an appropriate PACU outcome indicator for a radical neck patient who required a
tracheostomy is:
a: patient able to communicate need for suctioning
b: suctioning equipment available at bedside
c: trach dressing appearance charted upon discharge
d: lung sounds assessed every 15 min for first hour after PACU admission - ANS-a
PACU outcome indicator - ANS-Fancy way to say "goal"
The PACU manager is informed of an acute shortage of RN's in the delivery room. The available
PACU nurse can be floated when:
a: the nursing supervisor requests it
b: there are no patients in the PACU
c: the PACU nurse agrees to float
d: competency is evidenced for that area - ANS-d
1 hr post nasal surg, a healthy 19 y.o. pt with a neg cardiac hx develops tachycardia, HTN, &
occasional dysrhythmias. The pt remains awake, alert and in no apparent distress.
While a coworker notifies the anesthesiologist, the ambulatory surgery nurse:
a: reviews intraop meds
, b: notifies surgeon to inspect for hemorrhage
c: obtains a 12 lead EKG
d: initiates oxygen at 3 liters - ANS-a
could also notify the provider, but more acutely the meds could be affecting the pt not
necessarily a hemorrhage
Think about it, can you obtain a 12 lead EKG without an order? - ANS-no- so if there is a
question indicating something that requires an order it is not the answer
the best way for the ambulatory nurse to determine if the pt understands d/c instructions related
to foley catheter care is to ask the patient to:
a: sign the d/c instructions after questions are answered
b: explain the procedure to a family member
c: demonstrates the procedure to empty the foley bag
d: explains the answers to a written post test question - ANS-c
the GOLD STANDARD when educating a patient. they must teach back to assure competency-
look for this in the questions!
Teachback is... - ANS-the GOLD STANDARD when educating a patient. they must teach back
to assure competency- look for this in the questions!
Pt who received IV sedation for carpal tunnel syndrome repair is awake, alert and meets criteria
for discharge.
Unable to find a designated driver, the pt insists on driving home unaccompanied. the priority
nursing action is to:
a: allow the pt to drive home unaccompanied, since d/c criteria has been met
b: have the pt stay an additional 2 hrs before driving home unaccompanied
c: assist the pt in finding a ride home
d: notify the physician of the pt's situation - ANS-c
(you don't need a provider to help find a ride)
the PACU Rn evaluates the pt's urine amount and color, IV fluid types and amounts, pulmonary
secretion characteristics after major abdominal surgery in order to assess the pt for:
a: 3rd spacing
b: hyponatremia
c: abdominal distention - ANS-a?
- this is not officially answered in the notes, but is in the chegg flashcards with this answer
Considerations with flumazanil - ANS-Caution with pts who have hx or seizures- this can cause
seizures
What is a vitrectomy? - ANS-A vitrectomy is a type of eye surgery to treat various problems with
the retina and vitreous. During the surgery, your surgeon removes the vitreous and replaces it
with another solution. The vitreous is a gel-like substance that fills the middle portion of your eye
