RADT 153 Unit 2 TEST PREP!!!!

medical asespsis

Any method of reducing the number and spread of microorganisms

surgical asepsis

Complete removal of microorganisms and their spores from the surface of any object

True

When prepping the skin with chlorhexidine, it is suitable to go over an area that has already been cleaned.

False

It is acceptable to leave hair intact at the surgical site as long as the skin has been properly and adequately cleaned.

To decrease the incidence of infections

What is one of the purposes of barriers?

True

In a Zone-1 environmental classification, individuals may enter the premises wearing street clothes.

False

"Being scrubbed" refers to a method of disinfecting the portable x-ray unit.

False

In some instances, it is appropriate to leave the door open during an operation.

True

A Zone-3 environmental classification refers to an operating room or surgical suite.

Wearing a scrub jacket if not directly involved in the procedure

Which of the following is part of the surgical dress and behavioral protocol?

Leave mask hanging around your neck when not in use

Which is not part of the masking protocol?

True

Shoe covers are optional

Improper hand washing

All are common causes of contamination, except:

The area between the instrument table and the sterile drapes of the surgical table

What is the "sterile corridor"?

False

When placing the IR underneath the OR table, it is ok to lift the drape over the level of the table as long as you avoid contaminating the scrub personnel.

False

All surgical instruments and equipment are sterilized by the same method.

False

Boiling is an effective method of sterilization.

True

"Steam under pressure" describes the autoclaving method of sterilizing surgical equipment/instruments.

Spaulding System

Sterilization on the basis of "infection risks on the patient" is called:

True

When a small area of the sterile field is contaminated, it can be easily remedied by covering that area with a folded sterile towel.

False

Sterile packages have a grace period of exactly 7 days past their expiration date.

4" above the elbow

How much of the arm should be bare when performing a surgical hand scrub (washing) for a sterile procedure?

False

After doing a surgical hand scrub for a sterile procedure, hands should be shaken vigorously so that excess water runs off the fingertips.

False

The hands should then be dried thoroughly using both sides of the towel to dry both hands at the same time.

False

You should dry your hands as close to your body as possible to avoid contamination from others in the room.

False

There may be times when there isn't someone available to help tie your sterile gown at the back. In such instance, do your best in tying yourself without contaminating your gloves.

False

It is the responsibility of the circulating nurse to make sure that all personnel are provided with lead protection before an x-ray exposure is made.

False

When prepping the skin with Betadine, it is suitable to go over an area that has already been cleaned with the same sponge.

False

Alcohol is preferred choice over Betadine for cleaning mucus membranes and open wounds.

6-10

Skin prep area is generally ____________ inches in diameter.

True

If you are unhappy with the placement of the sterile towel once the site has been prepped, that towel should be completely removed instead of moving it into a satisfactory position.

False

Washing hands isn't necessary when donning sterile gloves for a sterile exam.

True

When opening a sterile minor tray pack, the first corner should be unfolded away from you.

False

If a sterile pack has been punctured, but shows no evidence that it's been completely opened or unwrapped, it is still safe to use.

d. both a and c

Which part of the sterile gown is not considered sterile?

a. Front side, from the chin to 2" below the waistline

b. Sleeves, from the glove cuffs to 2" above the elbow

c. Entire back side

d. Both a and c

e. Both a and b

Nurse anesthetist

Administers anesthesia and monitors the patient

Circulating nurse

Oversees the safety of the patient and maintains the surgical environment

surgeon assistant

A surgeon

Scrub technician

Sets up the sterile field for operation and assists the surgeon by presenting sterile instruments

All are types of invasive procedures

Which is considered an invasive procedure?

Dressing changes

Urinary catheterization

Tracheostomy care

All are types of invasive procedures

Parenteral medication

not sterile

Front side of gown, from the chin to 2" below the waistline

sterile

Sleeves of gown, from the glove cuffs to 2" above the elbow

not sterile

the entire backside of the gown