Deck 6: IPC Outcomes

Question 1

A patient expresses fear about the upcoming surgical procedure by saying to the perioperative tech, "I've never been under the knife before, what if I don't wake up?" The tech's best response would be:

A)"That is a common feeling among people who are getting ready for surgery. Tell me more about your concerns with anesthesia."
B)"There is nothing to worry about. Your physician and the anesthesiologist have years of experience."
C)"You should talk with your family members about this. They are the ones who will be supporting you when you wake up."
D)"I know what you mean. I had surgery last year and I was so frightened. It was terrible."

Answer 1

"That is a common feeling among people who are getting ready for surgery. Tell me more about your concerns with anesthesia."

Question 2

A patient infected with MRSA is admitted to the preoperative unit of the hospital. Which of the following actions should the perioperative tech include as part of this patient's plan of care?

A)Limit the amount of time the patient is transported through the area and only move them when absolutely necessary.
B)Implement a unit-based screening program to detect the presence of MRSA among healthcare workers in the area.
C)Contact the physician about postponing the patient's surgery until they have received appropriate treatment for their condition.
D)Separate the patient into a negative-pressure hospital room.

Answer 2

Limit the amount of time the patient is transported through the area and only move them when absolutely necessary.

Question 3

Which of the following conditions must the tech consider as a potential cause for complications during the postoperative period?

A)Age between 20 and 40 years
B)A history of organ transplant
C)A surgical procedure that lasted 2 ½ hours
D)Both A and C

Answer 3

A history of organ transplant

Question 4

When assessing nutritional status for a patient's plan of care, the tech should consider which laboratory value that may indicate altered nutrition?

A)Hemoglobin
B)Serum albumin
C)Arterial blood gas
D)Platelet count

Question 5

Which of the following is true about the effects of pain on specific body systems?

A)Pain may cause patient anxiety and feelings of hopelessness.
B)Pain may cause increased levels of insulin secretion.
C)Pain may cause a decrease in cortisol production.
D)Both A and B