Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) Exam – Sample

An appendectomy performed for acute, unruptured appendicitis is classified as which type of wound?

During a laser procedure, the disposable paper drapes ignite and begin to burn. What type of extinguisher should be used on this fire?

Monica smith, 11 y/o, has just undergone a closed reduction of her fracture radial and ulnar bones under general anesthesia. A plaster tubular cast is applied. What should the perioperative nurse do to prevent complications in the immediate postoperative period?

A 49y/o firefighter with 60% second- and third- degree burns on his torso and lower extremities is undergoing tangential excision and split thickness skin graft repair. Which nursing diagnosis is most important to this particular patient during the intraoperative period?

79 y/o pt undergoing lap chole is being induced under general anesthesia. The anesthesiologist notices an unexplained tachycardia, tachypnea, and jab tightness. The capnograph shows an elevated end tidal CO2. What is the immediate action the perioperative nurse should take to treat this suspected malignant hyperthermia incident?

Mr. Smith is undergoing a TURP. Which preoperative lab result is of most concern?

Which incision would most probably be used for a splenectomy?

Which outcome standard applies specifically to the pediatric patient?

Which is NOT an anesthetic inhalation agent?

Pressure applied to the cricoid cartilage to occlude the esophagus and prevent vomiting is called the: