Test Bank for Alexander’s Care of the Patient in Surgery, 17th Edition by Jane C. Rothrock | Verified Questions & Answers

The Test Bank for Alexander’s Care of the Patient in Surgery, 17th Edition by Jane C. Rothrock is a comprehensive, expertly designed exam preparation resource tailored for perioperative nursing students, surgical technologists, and healthcare professionals who want a deep and accurate understanding of surgical care. Aligned precisely with the 17th edition of this gold-standard surgical nursing textbook, the test bank provides fully verified exam questions and correct answers, helping learners master the complexities of the surgical environment with confidence and precision. This test bank is structured to reflect the full perioperative continuum—preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care—and features a wide range of question types, including multiple-choice, select-all-that-apply, clinical scenarios, priority-setting questions, safety-based items, instrumentation and equipment questions, and patient case vignettes. Each question reinforces essential principles of surgical nursing practice while preparing learners for real-world operating room situations. Covers the Full Scope of Surgical Nursing Every major topic from the 17th edition is represented, offering detailed chapter-by-chapter coverage including: ● Preoperative Nursing Care Patient assessment and preparation Surgical risk factors, diagnostics, and optimization Informed consent, patient education, and safety screening Surgical asepsis, skin prep, and positioning ● Intraoperative Nursing Care Roles of the circulating nurse and scrub nurse Maintaining sterility & aseptic technique Surgical instruments, sutures, sponges, and equipment Electrosurgery, lasers, robotics, and advanced technologies Surgical counts, specimen handling, and workflow efficiency Anesthesia types, monitoring, and patient safety Managing emergencies (hemorrhage, airway issues, reactions, fire safety) ● Post-Anesthesia & Postoperative Care PACU priorities and assessments Pain control and physiologic stabilization Monitoring for complications Wound care, dressings, and infection prevention Documentation and interdisciplinary coordination ● Specialized Surgical Procedures Questions also reinforce concepts across surgical specialties such as: General surgery Cardiothoracic Orthopedic Neurologic Gynecologic Urologic Plastic & reconstructive Trauma Bariatric Vascular Each specialty section includes realistic clinical situations that reinforce advanced perioperative knowledge and teamwork expectations in the operating room. Strengthens OR Safety and Clinical Judgment Skills Perioperative nursing revolves around precision, safety, and rapid decision-making. This test bank reflects those priorities with questions that enhance: Surgical conscience and aseptic awareness Sterile field setup and maintenance Delegation and communication among OR teams Patient positioning safety and pressure injury prevention Specimen collection and labeling accuracy Surgical count accuracy and verification Hazard prevention (burns, sharps injuries, contamination) Students gain the clinical judgment needed to deliver safe, competent, and efficient care in high-risk surgical environments. Ideal for Surgical Nursing Students & Practitioners This test bank is especially valuable for: Perioperative nursing students (RN, BSN, MSN) Scrub technologists & surgical technologist programs Operating room nurses preparing for CNOR Nurse educators teaching surgical foundations Clinicians preparing for certification exams Study groups and independent learners Because Alexander’s is the most widely used text in surgical nursing education, this test bank delivers exam-style practice that mirrors real coursework and clinical expectations. Supports Certification & Exam Success Many of the questions align with certification exam frameworks, including: CNOR Certification Exam Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) RN, LPN, and BSN surgical foundations courses Hospital perioperative orientation programs Learners gain structured practice that helps them retain large volumes of surgical knowledge and apply it in realistic, high-pressure scenarios. Updated for the 17th Edition All questions reflect the latest edition’s updates, including: Enhanced safety protocols (fire, laser, electrosurgical safety) Updated AORN standards and recommended guidelines New surgical technologies and robotic platforms Updated infection prevention principles Modern anesthesia monitoring and perioperative communication standards Enhanced patient-centered care and cultural considerations Every answer is checked for accuracy, ensuring the most reliable and updated test preparation possible. Why This Test Bank Is Essential Surgical nursing requires mastery of both technical and theoretical knowledge. This test bank helps students: Study efficiently with structured chapter-by-chapter practice Strengthen foundational and advanced surgical concepts Improve accuracy in clinical judgment and perioperative decision-making Prepare confidently for exams, certifications, and OR practice Reinforce safe, evidence-based surgical care principles Whether preparing for a surgical nursing course, a hospital competency exam, or certification, this test bank is the most complete and accurate resource for mastering perioperative nursing care.