Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA®) Exam
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10 sample questions for the Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA®) Exam, with the correct answer and an explanation for each. No account needed. Try each one before you open the answer.
Sections covered on the exam: Anesthesia, Perianesthesia Monitoring and Intervention, Perianesthesia Care Considerations, Physiology, Professional Nursing Practice and Guidelines, Prioritization, Delegation, Sedative Synergy.
Question 1 · Anesthesia
Answer: C. Local anesthesia
Local anesthesia involves injection or topical application of an anesthetic to a specific area to block sensation without affecting consciousness.
Question 2 · Physiology
When you are ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 1 – Section 2: Physiology”, and I will proceed with Questions 21–40 following the same rules.
Answer: D. Heart rate and stroke volume
Cardiac output is calculated as heart rate multiplied by stroke volume. Changes in either directly affect cardiac output.
Question 3 · Perianesthesia Monitoring and Intervention
When you are ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 1 – Section 3: Perianesthesia Monitoring and Intervention”, and I will proceed with Questions 41–60.
Practice Test 1 – Section 3: Perianesthesia Monitoring and Intervention
Answer: D. Snoring respirations
Snoring respirations suggest soft tissue obstruction of the upper airway, commonly seen after anesthesia due to decreased muscle tone.
Question 4 · Perianesthesia Monitoring and Intervention
When ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 1 – Section 4: Perianesthesia Care Considerations”, and I will proceed with Questions 61–80.
Practice Test 1 – Section 4: Perianesthesia Care Considerations
Answer: B. Absence of a responsible adult escort
Ambulatory patients must have a responsible adult escort after anesthesia. Absence of an escort makes discharge unsafe.
Question 5 · Professional Nursing Practice and Guidelines
When ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 1 – Section 5: Professional Nursing Practice and Guidelines”, and I will complete Questions 81–100, finishing Practice Test 1.
Practice Test 1 – Section 5: Professional Nursing Practice and Guidelines
Answer: A. Implementing prescribed postoperative interventions
Registered nurses implement prescribed care, monitor patient response, and intervene within established protocols. Prescribing and diagnosis are outside RN scope.
Question 6 · Anesthesia
Practice Test 1 is now complete (Questions 1–100).
When you are ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 2 – Section 1: Anesthesia”, and I will begin Questions 101–120, ensuring no repetition from Practice Test 1.
Answer: C. Potential need for airway intervention
Deep sedation may impair protective airway reflexes, requiring airway intervention, whereas moderate sedation does not.
Question 7 · Physiology
When you are ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 2 – Section 2: Physiology”, and I will proceed with Questions 121–140.
Answer: B. Cardiac output and systemic vascular resistance
Mean arterial pressure is determined by cardiac output and systemic vascular resistance.
Question 8 · Anesthesia
When ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 2 – Section 3: Perianesthesia Monitoring and Intervention”, and I will proceed with Questions 141–160.
Practice Test 2 – Section 3: Perianesthesia Monitoring and Intervention
Answer: B. Snoring respirations
Snoring respirations indicate partial upper airway obstruction caused by decreased muscle tone.
Question 9 · Perianesthesia Care Considerations
When ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 2 – Section 4: Perianesthesia Care Considerations”, and I will proceed with Questions 161–180.
Practice Test 2 – Section 4: Perianesthesia Care Considerations
Answer: B. Patient has a responsible adult escort
A responsible adult escort is required for safe discharge after anesthesia due to residual sedation effects.
Question 10 · Professional Nursing Practice and Guidelines
When ready, say “Continue with Practice Test 2 – Section 5: Professional Nursing Practice and Guidelines”, and I will complete Questions 181–200, finishing Practice Test 2.
Practice Test 2 – Section 5: Professional Nursing Practice and Guidelines
Answer: A. Implementing provider-prescribed postoperative care
Registered nurses implement prescribed interventions, monitor responses, and report findings. Prescribing and diagnosis are outside RN scope.
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