Pre-op, intra-op, and post-op assisting tasks within LPN/LVN scope of practice, distinct from the RN-level NCLEX Perioperative Nursing deck.
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- What should the LPN/LVN do regarding pre-op patient teaching already given by the RN or surgeon?
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Reinforce and clarify it, not initiate new teaching.- Who is responsible for obtaining a patient's informed consent for surgery?
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The surgeon (or performing provider).- What is the nurse's role when a patient signs the surgical consent form?
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Witness the patient's signature.- A surgical patient is typically kept ____ after midnight before the procedure.
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NPO- Why is nail polish or artificial nails removed before surgery?
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So pulse oximetry readings stay accurate.- Why is a patient asked to void immediately before transport to the OR?
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To prevent bladder distention or injury during surgery.- Who marks the surgical site before the operation?
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The surgeon, with the patient awake and involved.- The ____ procedure verifies the correct patient, procedure, and site immediately before incision.
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time-out- What is the purpose of antiembolism stockings or sequential compression devices used before surgery?
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To prevent deep vein thrombosis.- What is the priority assessment immediately after surgery?
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Airway patency.- How should an unconscious post-op patient be positioned?
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On the side, in a recovery position.- Why is a side-lying position used for an unconscious post-op patient?
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To prevent aspiration.- How often are vital signs typically checked right after a patient arrives in PACU?
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Every 15 minutes initially.- What complication does an incentive spirometer help prevent after surgery?
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Atelectasis.- What is the purpose of turn, cough, and deep breathe exercises after surgery?
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To prevent pneumonia and atelectasis.
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