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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Setting up the Sterile Field/OR Sterile Field Quiz

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Instructions

Work through each question carefully to choose the best answer, and submit the quiz to view your results. After completing the quiz, read through the answer explanations to review the reasoning behind both correct and incorrect options.

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1

Before arranging instruments on a newly draped back table, what should the scrub nurse confirm?

The draped surface is clean, dry, intact, and large enough for the planned setup
The surgeon has entered the operating room
The Mayo stand has already been stocked
The initial instrument count has been completed

2

Which statement about the outer 1-inch (2.54 cm) border of a sterile drape or wrapper is correct?

It remains sterile unless it becomes wet
It may be touched by sterile personnel wearing gloves
It only becomes contaminated after the first instrument is placed on the field
It is considered contaminated and should not come into contact with sterile items

3

Which practice best helps maintain the sterility of an established sterile field?

Place all instruments on the Mayo stand for easier access
Rearrange instruments frequently to improve visibility
Keep movements deliberate, minimize unnecessary handling, and maintain continuous observation of the field
Allow non-sterile personnel to pass supplies over the sterile field

4

Why should sharps be placed in a designated sharps zone?

To keep them closer to the surgeon
To reduce sharps injuries and support accurate counting
To separate disposable and reusable instruments
To prevent sharps from becoming wet

5

During setup, a sterile glove accidentally brushes against the non-sterile anesthesia machine. What is the correct response?

Continue because there is no visible contamination
Cover the glove with a sterile towel
Wipe the glove with antiseptic and continue
Replace the contaminated glove before continuing

6

Why should a sterile field never be left unattended?

Sterility can no longer be assured if the field is not continuously observed
Instruments may become disorganized
The circulating nurse may need assistance
The surgical count cannot be completed later

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Part of Setting Up the Operating Room - ECSACONM
Keywords surgery, health
SDG SDG03 Good health and well-being
Authors Ian-laurel
License CC-BY-SA-4.0
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