Chapter 4

Question 1

What color is the Oxygen Shut-Off Valve?

Answer 1

Green

Question 2

In what directions can surgical lights move?

Answer 2

Both horizontal and vertical planes

Question 3

Where is the surgical boom mounted?

Answer 3

On the ceiling

Question 4

What color are emergency power outlets?

Answer 4

Red

Question 5

What is the closest piece of furniture to the operative site?

Answer 5

Mayo stand

Question 6

Why are doors kept closed in the operating room?

Answer 6

To preserve positive air pressure

Question 7

What type of ventilation is used in the operating room?

Answer 7

Positive and unidirectional

Question 8

How many times per hour does air exchange occur in the operating room?

Answer 8

20–25 times

Question 9

What is the temperature range for the operating room?

Answer 9

Between 68°F and 73°F

Question 10

What is a restricted area in the operating room?

Answer 10

Substerile room

Question 11

What is the purpose of the Wilson Frame?

Answer 11

Used for prone positioning

Question 12

What is the purpose of the fluid drain pan attachment?

Answer 12

Used for cystoscopy procedures

Question 13

How are surgical counts recorded?

Answer 13

Fixed white board

Question 14

What personal protective equipment is used for ionizing radiation?

Answer 14

Lead apron and thyroid shield

Question 15

What does the Pathology Department receive?

Answer 15

Frozen section biopsies

Question 16

What is the cleaning and room preparation process called?

Answer 16

Turnover process

Question 17

What type of physical hazard is associated with operating rooms?

Answer 17

Electrical

Question 18

Which agency establishes permissible exposure limits?

Answer 18

NIOSH

Question 19

What does ergonomics refer to?

Answer 19

Proper body mechanics

Question 20

What is the fire triangle?

Answer 20

Elements necessary for fire (heat, fuel, oxygen)

Question 21

What type of fire extinguishers are used for electrical or laser fires?

Answer 21

Class C

Question 22

What type of electricity is mentioned?

Answer 22

Static electricity

Question 23

What emits ionizing radiation during procedures?

Answer 23

Fluoroscopy

Question 24

What type of evacuators are used for surgical plume?

Answer 24

Surgical Plume Evacuators

Question 25

What is the filter size for surgical plume evacuators?

Answer 25

0.1–0.3 µm

Question 26

What do HEPA and ULPA filters contain to absorb odors?

Answer 26

Charcoal

Question 27

What material is used for cementing prostheses?

Answer 27

Polymethyl methacrylate

Question 28

What system is used for anesthesia gases removal?

Answer 28

Scavenger system

Question 29

What percentage of healthcare providers are reported as allergic to latex?

Answer 29

Between 8% - 17%

Question 30

What should be initiated within two hours of exposure?

Answer 30

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

Question 31

How should blood and bodily fluid contamination be disposed of?

Answer 31

In red-colored biohazard bags

Question 32

How often should temperature and humidity records be kept?

Answer 32

Daily

Question 33

What is the weight limit for instrument trays?

Answer 33

Twenty-five pounds

Question 34

What are standard precautions in the operating room?

Answer 34

Gloves

Question 35

What are symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis?

Answer 35

Fluid-filled vesicles

Question 36

What mnemonic is used for extinguisher use?

Answer 36

PASS

Question 37

What does RACE stand for in relation to surgical fires?

Answer 37

Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish

Question 38

What preparations are made for bariatric surgery?

Answer 38

Side extenders attached to the bed

Question 39

Which standards apply to electrical equipment?

Answer 39

AAMI and TJC

Question 40

What does OR suite design control?

Answer 40

Personnel, patient, and supply traffic