CAPA Patient Safety & Monitoring

Question 1

Why is continuous pulse oximetry important in the PACU?

Accepted Answer

Monitors oxygen saturation

Answer

Measures blood pressure

Answer

Calculates glucose levels

Answer

Checks hydration status

Question 2

Which of the following increases a patient's fall risk after anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Drowsiness and dizziness

Answer

Full mobility

Answer

Clear fluids

Answer

IV access

Question 3

What is the first action if a patient develops low oxygen saturation?

Accepted Answer

Reposition airway and assess

Answer

Call the surgeon

Answer

Increase IV fluids

Answer

Administer pain medication

Question 4

Which measure reduces the risk of pressure injuries in PACU?

Accepted Answer

Repositioning regularly

Answer

Keeping the patient in one position

Answer

Using firm mattresses

Answer

Applying restraints

Question 5

How often should vital signs be assessed in the immediate postoperative period?

Accepted Answer

Every 5–15 minutes

Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Every 30 minutes

Answer

Once at admission

Question 6

What is one way to prevent medication errors in PACU?

Accepted Answer

Follow the five rights of medication

Answer

Administer based on availability

Answer

Rely on memory for dosing

Answer

Skip dose confirmation