« previous next »

Author Question: Which statement regarding instrument counts is CORRECT? a. They should be counted while all still on ... (Read 26 times)

cabate

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 537
on: Jul 18, 2018
Which statement regarding instrument counts is CORRECT?
 a. They should be counted while all still on back table.
  b. They are unnecessary if only one tray is opened for use.
  c. They are required by state law for every surgical procedure.
  d. They have been replaced by routine practice of post-op x-ray to verify no retained instruments.

Question 2

If a pack of sponges is found to have an incorrect number during the count process and the patient is on the OR table, what should be done?
 a. Discard the sponge pack into a trash hamper.
  b. Hand off the pack to the circulator who will remove it from the room.
  c. Ask the circulator to record the actual number on the count board for closing count verification.
  d. Hand off the pack to the circulator who will bag, label as incorrect, and isolate off field until case completion.


Kimmy

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 342
Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

d


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Children with strabismus (crossed eyes) can be treated. They are not able to outgrow this condition on their own, but with help, it can be more easily corrected at a younger age. It is important for infants to have eye examinations as early as possible in their development and then another at age 2 years.

Did you know?

Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.

Did you know?

Asthma-like symptoms were first recorded about 3,500 years ago in Egypt. The first manuscript specifically written about asthma was in the year 1190, describing a condition characterized by sudden breathlessness. The treatments listed in this manuscript include chicken soup, herbs, and sexual abstinence.

Did you know?

Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.

Did you know?

Automated pill dispensing systems have alarms to alert patients when the correct dosing time has arrived. Most systems work with many varieties of medications, so patients who are taking a variety of drugs can still be in control of their dose regimen.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The MRI lab includes the scanning instrument and a computer statio Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The MRI lab includes the scanning instrument and a computer statio
In the summer of 1793, a yellow fever epidemic struck Philadelphia, killing nearly 4,000. Tens of th In the summer of 1793, a yellow fever epidemic struck Philadelphia, killing nearly 4,000. Tens of th
Example of Reconciling a Bank Statement Cont. Example of Reconciling a Bank Statement Cont.
Sequential blending uses a computer to calculate the correct ratio as well as the prescribed order ... Sequential blending uses a computer to calculate the correct ratio as well as the prescribed order ...
What Does 100 Calories Look Like? Every calorie counts! What Does 100 Calories Look Like? Every calorie counts!
Sperm counts "العدد الطبيعي للحيوانات المنوية" Sperm counts "العدد الطبيعي للحيوانات المنوية"
Video: Molecules, Membrane Permeability and Structure

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library