#1
What is the primary goal of surgical asepsis?
To minimize the spread of microorganisms in the surgical field
To speed up the surgical procedure
To reduce the patient's pain during surgery
To increase blood flow to the surgical site
#2
Which of the following is an example of a sterile item?
Gloves
Scissors stored in a closed drawer
A trash can in the corner of the room
An opened bottle of antiseptic solution
#3
Which of the following is an example of a sterile technique?
Washing hands with soap and water before a procedure
Leaving a sterile field unattended for an extended period
Pouring antiseptic solution directly from the bottle onto a wound
Covering a sterile instrument with a non-sterile cloth
#4
What is the appropriate action if a sterile item accidentally touches a non-sterile surface?
Continue using the item as long as it appears clean
Immediately discard the item and obtain a new sterile one
Wipe the item with a disinfectant wipe and then use it
Leave the item on the non-sterile surface to dry before using
#5
What is the purpose of surgical draping during a procedure?
To provide comfort to the patient
To create a barrier between sterile and non-sterile areas
To absorb excess blood and fluids
To maintain a clear view for the surgeon
#6
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for sterilizing surgical instruments?
Autoclaving
Boiling in water
Exposing to ultraviolet (UV) light
Wiping with alcohol swabs
#7
What is the recommended time limit for maintaining a sterile field?
Indefinitely
30 minutes
1 hour
2 hours
#8
Which of the following actions would compromise the sterility of a sterile field?
Touching the sterile field with sterile gloves
Using sterile forceps to handle sterile items
Opening sterile packaging away from the sterile field
Maintaining a distance of 1 foot from the sterile field
#9
Why is it important to maintain a sterile field during surgery?
To prevent post-operative infections
To speed up the surgical procedure
To increase the patient's blood pressure
To reduce the need for anesthesia
#10
What is the recommended distance from the sterile field that non-sterile personnel should maintain?
2 feet
1 foot
6 inches
3 feet
#11
Why should sterile persons avoid reaching over a sterile field?
To prevent contamination from non-sterile surfaces
To avoid fatigue during the procedure
To maintain proper posture
To minimize distractions for other team members
#12
What is the appropriate action if a sterile gown becomes contaminated during a procedure?
Continue the procedure, as the contamination is minimal
Change the gown immediately
Ignore the contamination and focus on completing the task
Cover the contaminated area with a sterile towel
#13
What is the correct method for donning sterile gloves?
Grasping the outer edge of the glove cuff with bare hands
Touching only the inner surface of the gloves while donning
Removing the gloves if they touch any non-sterile surface
Reusing gloves if they appear clean and undamaged
#14
Which of the following actions is appropriate when breaking the sterile field?
Informing the surgeon immediately
Continuing the procedure without mentioning it
Leaving the operating room without explanation
Discarding all sterile items and starting over
#15
Which of the following statements about surgical masks is true?
They are primarily worn to protect the patient from the surgical team's bacteria
They should be worn loose to allow for easier breathing
They should be changed every hour during a procedure
They help reduce the risk of the surgical team inhaling bacteria from the patient
#16
What is the purpose of using sterile technique in wound care?
To reduce the risk of infection
To speed up the healing process
To minimize pain for the patient
To provide comfort
#17
What is the recommended technique for handling sharps (e.g., needles, scalpels) in the operating room?
Recapping needles immediately after use
Passing sharps directly between team members
Discarding sharps in the regular trash bin
Using a designated sharps container for disposal