3. Clinical Skills

Procedural Basics — Quiz

Test your understanding of procedural basics with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

During a surgical procedure, a sterile saline solution bottle is opened. The nurse pours the solution into a sterile basin. Which of the following actions is critical to maintain the sterility of the solution and the sterile field?

Question 2

A patient presents with a deep, jagged wound that has significant tissue loss. Which of the following suturing techniques would be most appropriate to minimize tension on the wound edges and promote healing by secondary intention, if primary closure is not feasible?

Question 3

When preparing to don sterile gloves, a healthcare professional notices a small tear in the packaging. What is the most appropriate action to maintain aseptic technique?

Question 4

A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection. After drawing up the medication, the nurse needs to change the needle to a smaller gauge for patient comfort. Which of the following is the safest method for changing the needle without contaminating the syringe or the new needle?

Question 5

When performing wound care on a patient with a chronic venous ulcer, the nurse observes a significant amount of slough and necrotic tissue. Which of the following types of debridement is most appropriate for this wound to promote healing?