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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Patient Transfer/Proper Patient Positioning and Comfort Quiz

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1

After transferring a patient to the operating table, what should the perioperative nurse confirm first?

That the patient's head, spine, and limbs are correctly aligned
That the surgical instruments are arranged on the sterile field
That the surgical team has completed the surgical count
That the operating room lights are correctly positioned

2

Why should pressure points be cushioned after the patient has been positioned?

To reduce patient movement during surgery
To reduce the risk of skin breakdown and nerve injury during the procedure
To improve access for the surgical team
To prevent the operating table from becoming damaged

3

After positioning a patient, which finding requires immediate correction?

The patient's arms are supported on padded arm boards
The safety strap is applied while allowing adequate circulation
An intravenous line is trapped beneath the patient's arm and appears kinked
A folded blanket is placed over the patient to maintain warmth

4

Why should the perioperative nurse assess patient comfort before anesthesia induction whenever possible?

The patient can help reposition the operating table if needed
Comfort assessment reduces the need for positioning devices
Comfortable patients are less likely to require surgical restraints
The patient can identify discomfort or pressure that may not be recognized once anesthesia has begun

5

Which practice best demonstrates the correct application of positioning straps or supports?

Secure the patient to prevent unintended movement while allowing adequate circulation and respiratory function
Tighten all straps firmly so the patient cannot move under any circumstance
Apply supports only after anesthesia has been induced
Use positioning supports only for patients undergoing lengthy procedures

6

In a low-resource perioperative setting, specialized positioning pads are unavailable. Which approach best maintains patient safety?

Position the patient directly on the operating table because alignment is more important than padding
Place folded sheets wherever space is available without checking whether they remain in position
Use clean, stable folded sheets, rolled towels, or foam blocks to maintain alignment and cushion pressure points
Delay surgery until commercial positioning devices become available

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Part of Patient Transfer and Positioning - ECSACONM
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
Authors Ian-laurel
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Organizations ECSACONM, SELF
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Created July 30, 2026 by Ian-laurel-1
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Cite as Ian-laurel-1 (2026). "SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Patient Transfer/Proper Patient Positioning and Comfort Quiz". Appropedia. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
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