#1
What is the purpose of a surgical timeout?
To take a break during surgery
To review critical information before the procedure
To speed up the surgery process
To communicate with the patient's family
#2
What is the primary responsibility of the circulating nurse in the operating room?
Assisting the surgeon during the procedure
Managing and coordinating activities in the operating room
Administering anesthesia to the patient
Monitoring vital signs of the patient
#3
What is the purpose of a surgical count in the operating room?
Counting the number of surgeries performed in a day
Verifying the number of instruments, sponges, and needles before and after surgery
Counting the number of staff members present in the operating room
Recording the hours spent on each surgical procedure
#4
Why is it crucial for the surgical team to perform a hand hygiene routine before entering the operating room?
To promote teamwork
To minimize the risk of infections
To enhance manual dexterity
To improve communication skills
#5
Why is it essential for surgical instruments to undergo regular maintenance and inspection?
To increase the cost of healthcare services
To prolong the lifespan of the instruments
To entertain the surgical team during downtime
To comply with environmental regulations
#6
What is the primary purpose of the surgical gown worn by the operating room personnel?
To enhance fashion in the operating room
To provide warmth during surgery
To protect against contamination and maintain a sterile environment
To improve the visibility of the surgical team
#7
Which organization establishes guidelines for operating room protocols?
WHO (World Health Organization)
NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
#8
What is the purpose of the Universal Protocol in the operating room?
To establish communication protocols between surgeons
To prevent wrong-site, wrong-procedure, and wrong-person surgery
To choose the appropriate anesthesia for each patient
To regulate the use of medical devices
#9
What is the purpose of a surgical mask in the operating room?
To protect the patient from germs
To prevent the surgeon from inhaling airborne contaminants
To make the surgeon's voice clearer during communication
To improve the surgeon's vision during surgery
#10
Why is it important to maintain a controlled and regulated temperature in the operating room?
To keep the surgical team comfortable
To prevent infections and complications in the patient
To reduce energy consumption
To speed up the healing process
#11
What is the purpose of the smoke evacuator in the operating room?
To create a smoke-free environment for the surgical team
To provide backup power during electrical failures
To cool down the operating room temperature
To transport waste materials out of the operating room
#12
What is the purpose of the surgical scrub sink in the preparation area of the operating room?
To wash surgical instruments
To provide a space for the surgical team to scrub and disinfect their hands and arms
To dispose of biohazardous waste
To store sterile drapes and gowns
#13
Which of the following is a recommended practice for maintaining a sterile field in the operating room?
Talking freely with colleagues during surgery
Wearing sterile gloves outside the operating room
Covering the sterile field with a non-sterile drape
Using a non-sterile instrument in the sterile field
#14
In the context of operating room safety, what does 'fire triangle' refer to?
A protocol for emergency evacuation in case of a fire
A triangular communication system for surgical teams
The three elements required for a fire: oxygen, fuel, and heat
A tool for measuring room temperature in the operating room
#15
What is the primary purpose of using lead aprons in the operating room?
To protect against radiation exposure
To keep the surgical team warm
To provide a stylish uniform for the team
To prevent fluid splashes during surgery