Surgical First Assist Test 3 Latest Update 2024- 2025 101 Questions and Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed A+ Q.A legal agreement that allows a designated party to act on behalf of the patient is known
as which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Durable power of attorney
Explanation: A durable power of attorney is a document that allows a designated
representative to act on behalf of a patient. Patients undergoing extensive surgery or other procedures may sign a durable power of attorney so that decisions can be made in the case of adverse events where the patient is unable to consent, including financial decisions.
Q.Factors that increase a patient's vulnerability to illness or injury are known as which of
the following? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Risk factors
Explanation: Risk factors are behaviors or environmental factors that increase a patients' vulnerability. Determining risk factors is a key part of assessment.
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How are the materials used for surgical barriers chosen? - CORRECT ANSWER: A.
Strength and Density Explanation: The materials used for barriers should be chosen depending on their: Strength Density Ability to resist moisture Ease of use
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Transmission-based precautions are used for what / whom? - CORRECT ANSWER: A.
Patients who are known or suspected of having a highly infectious, epidemic disease such as HIV or HBP Transmission based-precautions should be used in addition to Standard Precautions for any patient suspected of having a highly infectious disease such as HIV or HBV. It The types of transmission based-precautions include precautions for airborne, droplet, and contact transmission.
Q.When the entire brain ceases to function without life support mechanisms in place, the
person is considered to be which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Brain
dead
Explanation: The end of life would be the period when death is expected.
Bereaved would be the suffering of the death of a loved one.Brain dead is when the entire brain ceases to function without life support mechanisms in place
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Q.Which of the following statements would be considered the most correct regarding the sterile field and sterile items? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. A sterile package that is dropped on the floor is considered contaminated on the outside.Explanation: If a sterile table is set up, it must then be under constant supervision. If not the sterility of the table cannot be verified and it is considered contaminated. If a sterile package is dropped on the floor it should not be placed back into sterile storage.
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Who watches over the unit in unit based scenarios? - CORRECT ANSWER: A.
Assistive personnel Explanation: In unit based scenarios, assistive personnel run the ward. Examples of assistive personnel include nursing assistants and ward secretaries.
- A communication technique which is marked by cross-complaining and the use of
"yes, but" statements to deflect the other person's message is known as which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Defensiveness Explanation: Defensiveness is often seen in conflict situations. It involves cross-complaining and use of "yes, but" statements to deflect the other person's messages. Do not use this method in communicating with patients, and be attuned to it when you see it happening in patient or family interactions.
- A diabetic patient comes into the ER and complains of dizziness, nausea and
headaches. He says he is unsure if he took the correct dose of insulin after dinner.
What does the nurse suspect could be causing the problems? - CORRECT ANSWER:
- A drop in the patient's glucose levels
Explanation: Normal glucose levels range from 70 to 100 mg/dl after fasting. If a patient falls below this range, they can feel dizzy, light headed and faint. If the patient feels these symptoms after consuming a meal, which should raise glucose, the nurse suspects the patient may have taken too much insulin and brought his glucose levels to a dangerously low level.
- A heart beating cadaver would be considered which of the following related to organ
donations. - CORRECT ANSWER: A. A term used for a cadaver that is being
maintained on a cardiopulmonary support so that their tissue is perfused, making it viable for organ donation.Explanation: A heart-beating cadaver would be considered when a person dies, but they are being maintained on a cardiopulmonary support. This allows perfusion of their tissues to make them viable for organ donation.
- A noncrushing clamp would be temporarily used for which of the following? -
CORRECT ANSWER: A. To occlude bowel and to occlude major blood vessels. 2 / 3
Explanation: The noncrushing clamps are used to occlude bowel and to occlude major blood vessels. These are effective in these cases because they minimize the trauma to the tissues.
- A patient goal is to maintain a clear airway. What is an expected outcome for this
goal? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. As evidenced by normal breath sounds, depth of
respiration, and respiration rate Explanation: An expected outcome is normal respiration. The second answer choice is an outcome that defines normal respiration. Effective coughing is another expected outcome.
- A patient has an allergic reaction to latex causing bronchoconstriction. What
medication would be used to counter these effects? - CORRECT ANSWER: A.
Epinephrine Explanation: Epinephrine is useful in counteracting extreme allergic reactions. It will combat the bronchoconstriction of latex allergy. The patient may require further intervention depending on the status
- A patient is being discharged from the hospital after fracturing her ankle. What
resource would the nurse MOST likely offer to help the patient continue her care? -
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Outpatient physical therapy.
Explanation: Outpatient physical therapy is usually offered to a patient on an
appointment basis and schedules regular sessions to help strengthen the body after an injury. Regular therapy sessions help decrease muscle atrophy and will help increase range of motion.
- A patient is diagnosed at risk of ineffective airway clearance. Which intervention
would you prioritize first in a nursing care plan? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Assess
patency of airway
Explanation: A patient's airway always takes first priority. This is the first
action/intervention that should be done when a patient is at risk?
- A patient is diagnosed with Stage III invasive breast cancer and told she will require
a mastectomy due to the size of the tumor. A relevant concern the perioperative nurse has is the patient may develop which outcome before procedures? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Anticipatory grieving Explanation: A relevant concern the nurse should have is that this patient may develop anticipatory grieving, which is common in patients who receive a mastectomy. Women are very concerned about their body image. This patient may also already have a knowledge deficit about the disease and its treatment, which the medical team will need to address
- A patient must receive an epidural block along with a sedative. What position should
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the nurse place the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER: A. Side-lying (lateral) Explanation: The nurse should place the patient receiving a spinal or epidural in a side-lying or sitting position. The Trendelenburg position would not be appropriate since it is a variation on the supine position.