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SELF/Perioperative Nursing/Skin Preparation/Skin Preparation and Draping Supplies 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 beginning preoperative skin preparation, what is the most important reason for organizing supplies in the order they will be used?

To reduce unnecessary movement and help maintain aseptic technique
To make the sterile field appear more organized
To reduce the amount of antiseptic solution required
To shorten the patient's anesthesia time

2

While preparing the sterile field, a nurse notices that the package containing a sterile drape has a small tear near one corner. What is the most appropriate action?

Cover the tear with sterile tape before opening the package
Use the drape if the tear is away from the operative site
Open the package carefully and inspect the drape before deciding
Discard the drape and replace it with one that has intact packaging

3

A district hospital is preparing for an emergency laparotomy. Which supplies should be anticipated compared with a minor hand procedure?

Smaller drapes and fewer applicators
Larger drapes, additional applicators, and more sterile towels
Only additional antiseptic solution
No additional supplies are required if aseptic technique is maintained

4

During setup, the circulating nurse discovers that the antiseptic solution is cloudy and contains visible particles. What should the scrub nurse do?

Filter the solution through sterile gauze before use
Use the solution if it is still within its expiration date
Discard the solution and obtain a suitable replacement
Shake the container before pouring the solution into a sterile basin

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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
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