CHSOS Practice 1 Questions & Answers
1.When one electric device interrupts the function of another electronic
de- vice in the radio frequency spectrum
ANS Electromagnetic Interference
2.Feedback from participant evaluations of a simulation activity are positive
except for the ratings on perceived reality compared to real patients.
The operations specialist should first
ANS Assess the presentation of the simulation activity with the
simulation team - this allows team to gather more info from multiple
sources. The team will likely have insights to curriculum, participant
experience, and sim activity concepts that would help determine the
best course of action to improve the activity. Modifying the activity at
this point is inappropriate as it could create more problems without the
core problem being identified. Interviewing the participants is
inappropriate because they have already provided feedback
3.An OS is training a new hire who is sitting in the control room during
a scenario in which a sinus rhythm converts to asystole. Near the end
of
the scenario, the PT stops vocalizations. The new hire asks the OS why this
happened. What is the best response?
ANS "The PT has gone into cardiac arrest, so vocalizations cease." -
,When a PT is in asystole, heart and respiratory function is absent and
therefore PT is unconscious
4.An OS notices that one of the cameras in the sim lab is transmitting an
under-exposed image. Which is the most likely cause?
ANS Light source is behind the subject will result in an under-exposed
image. If the light source is behind the camera, this may result in an
over-exposed image.
5.Which of the following would be the best way to prevent equipment
failures for new simulators?
ANS Implement an inspection and cleaning schedule - supports early
recognition of problems before they become major issues.
Troubleshooting and warranties are solutions after a problem is
identified. Limiting simulator use is unfeasible.
6.The OS is assisting in a research study to determine how many
participants maintain sterile technique during a Foley catheter insertion.
What type of research is performed?
ANS Quantitative research - based on numbers. Qualitative research
aims to explain a phenomenon or is used to gain insight. For example,
what are the participants attitudes toward breaking sterile technique.
7.The OS has been asked if there is a simulation activity on file to assess
competency of the "five rights." The OS knows this refers to
,ANS Medication administration
8.Scenario objectives are selected based on the
ANS Educational goals
- Objectives are the tools that guide the learning experience. In order to
develop appropriate scenario objectives, educational goals must be
defined. This allows the participant to achieve the desired outcomes of
the simulation experience.
9.What operation philosophy requires the operator to make all changes to
the simulator during a scenario?
ANS On the Fly
10.Which is an RCA coupler?
ANS
11.The OS is working with a simulation educator to complete evaluative
scenarios with students who will soon be graduating from a program of
study. At the end of each students' scenario, the educator provides the
student with a review of their actions during a scenario. The OS recognizes
that this is an example of
ANS Performance feedback - unidirectional, meaning the educator
provides one-on-one assessment of the learner identifying gaps in their
performance based on set standards without opening a dialogue with
the learner
, 12.Bi-directional interactive discussion. It is facilitated in a manner that
encourages learners to reflect on activities, discuss areas for improvement,
and assimilate knowledge and skills.
ANS Debriefing
13.An OS has been informed that the older full body simulator is being
replaced. A current preprogrammed scenario can be converted for use with
the new simulator's control software. A new feature not previously available
in the older simulator will improve scenario fidelity. The OS should
recommend what?
ANS The scenario on file to be converted, and amended to include the
new feature - this takes advantage of the previously validated scenario
while allowing for the new features to be incorporated
14.The OS is an embedded standardized participant in the role of a nursing
assisting during a simulation scenario. The OS notices the participants have
a fully charged live defibrillator. One of the participants has their back to the
device, is doing chest compressions on the simulator, and continues to do
so after "CLEAR" is called. What should the OS do?
ANS Alert the participant to clear the bed and remind the group that the
shock is not simulated - safety is paramount
15.What would be the best strategy for maintaining technical and
operating manuals for simulation equipment?
ANS Centralize all materials to one location where they are secure, but
1.When one electric device interrupts the function of another electronic
de- vice in the radio frequency spectrum
ANS Electromagnetic Interference
2.Feedback from participant evaluations of a simulation activity are positive
except for the ratings on perceived reality compared to real patients.
The operations specialist should first
ANS Assess the presentation of the simulation activity with the
simulation team - this allows team to gather more info from multiple
sources. The team will likely have insights to curriculum, participant
experience, and sim activity concepts that would help determine the
best course of action to improve the activity. Modifying the activity at
this point is inappropriate as it could create more problems without the
core problem being identified. Interviewing the participants is
inappropriate because they have already provided feedback
3.An OS is training a new hire who is sitting in the control room during
a scenario in which a sinus rhythm converts to asystole. Near the end
of
the scenario, the PT stops vocalizations. The new hire asks the OS why this
happened. What is the best response?
ANS "The PT has gone into cardiac arrest, so vocalizations cease." -
,When a PT is in asystole, heart and respiratory function is absent and
therefore PT is unconscious
4.An OS notices that one of the cameras in the sim lab is transmitting an
under-exposed image. Which is the most likely cause?
ANS Light source is behind the subject will result in an under-exposed
image. If the light source is behind the camera, this may result in an
over-exposed image.
5.Which of the following would be the best way to prevent equipment
failures for new simulators?
ANS Implement an inspection and cleaning schedule - supports early
recognition of problems before they become major issues.
Troubleshooting and warranties are solutions after a problem is
identified. Limiting simulator use is unfeasible.
6.The OS is assisting in a research study to determine how many
participants maintain sterile technique during a Foley catheter insertion.
What type of research is performed?
ANS Quantitative research - based on numbers. Qualitative research
aims to explain a phenomenon or is used to gain insight. For example,
what are the participants attitudes toward breaking sterile technique.
7.The OS has been asked if there is a simulation activity on file to assess
competency of the "five rights." The OS knows this refers to
,ANS Medication administration
8.Scenario objectives are selected based on the
ANS Educational goals
- Objectives are the tools that guide the learning experience. In order to
develop appropriate scenario objectives, educational goals must be
defined. This allows the participant to achieve the desired outcomes of
the simulation experience.
9.What operation philosophy requires the operator to make all changes to
the simulator during a scenario?
ANS On the Fly
10.Which is an RCA coupler?
ANS
11.The OS is working with a simulation educator to complete evaluative
scenarios with students who will soon be graduating from a program of
study. At the end of each students' scenario, the educator provides the
student with a review of their actions during a scenario. The OS recognizes
that this is an example of
ANS Performance feedback - unidirectional, meaning the educator
provides one-on-one assessment of the learner identifying gaps in their
performance based on set standards without opening a dialogue with
the learner
, 12.Bi-directional interactive discussion. It is facilitated in a manner that
encourages learners to reflect on activities, discuss areas for improvement,
and assimilate knowledge and skills.
ANS Debriefing
13.An OS has been informed that the older full body simulator is being
replaced. A current preprogrammed scenario can be converted for use with
the new simulator's control software. A new feature not previously available
in the older simulator will improve scenario fidelity. The OS should
recommend what?
ANS The scenario on file to be converted, and amended to include the
new feature - this takes advantage of the previously validated scenario
while allowing for the new features to be incorporated
14.The OS is an embedded standardized participant in the role of a nursing
assisting during a simulation scenario. The OS notices the participants have
a fully charged live defibrillator. One of the participants has their back to the
device, is doing chest compressions on the simulator, and continues to do
so after "CLEAR" is called. What should the OS do?
ANS Alert the participant to clear the bed and remind the group that the
shock is not simulated - safety is paramount
15.What would be the best strategy for maintaining technical and
operating manuals for simulation equipment?
ANS Centralize all materials to one location where they are secure, but
