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A patient care technician is assisting a nurse to change a dressing on a surgical wound. The wound should not have contact with air or oxygen. Which of the... [Show More] following types of dressing should the technician expect the nurse to use? Occlusive A patient care technician is caring for a patient who has significant hearing loss. Which of the following actions should the technician take to communicate with the patient? Use a picture board to provide instructions A patient care technician is taking a patient's oximetry reading. The technician cannot get the reading to appear on the monitor. Which of the following could be the cause? The patient has a blood pressure of 84/62 mm Hg with cold finger and hands A patient care technician is caring for a patient whose daughter is visiting. The daughter asks about the health of the patient's roommate. which of the following statements by the technician is an appropriate response? "You can ask the patient about his condition" A patient care technician is providing instructions to a new;y hired technician about transporting and handling blood specimens. Which of the following instructions should the technician include? Ensure the blood specimen transport bag has a liquid-tight closure A patient care technician is monitoring a patient who has severe hypertension. Which of the following findings related to the patient's condition should the technician report to the nurse immediately? The patient's lower limbs show pitting edema A patient care technician is caring for a patient who suddenly becomes unresponsive. Which of the following actions should the technician take first? Tap the patient's shoulders and ask "are you ok?" A patient care technician should identify that which of the following structures of the heart is immediately affected if a sinoatrial (SA) node fails? Atrioventricular (AV) node A PCT is caring for a patient who has a stage II pressure ulcer. Which of the following findings should the technician expect? Blister-like appearance A PCT us assisting with the physical examination of an older adult patient. Which of the following statements by the patient indicated a risk of elder abuse? "I live alone and I don't get many visitors" A PCT is preparing to transport a patient via a stretcher. Which of the following actions should the technician take when transferring the patient from a bed to the stretcher? Raise the patient's bed to the same height as the stretcher A PCT should identify that which of the following is the most commonly used paper speeds for an EKG machine? 25 mm/sec A PCT is caring for a patient who has an ostomy. Which of the following actions should the technician take when providing ostomy care? Use toilet paper to wipe around the stoma A PCT is caring for a patient who requires oral suctioning. Which of the following actions should the technician take? Limit suctioning to nor more than 15 sec at a time A PCT enters the room of a patient who is receiving oxygen and finds the nasal cannula on the floor. Which of the following actions should the technician take? Obtain a new cannula, connect it, and place it on the patient A PCT is preparing to determine the pulse rate of a patient who has atrial fibrillation. Which of the following methods should the technician use? Manually, using the apical area Which of the following assistive devices should a patient care technician use to improve vertebral alignment in a patient who is immobile? bed board A PCT is assisting during mealtime with a patient who is at risk of dysphagia. The technician should identify that which of the following foods should be calculated as intake for the intake and output record? chocolate pudding A PCT is reinforcing teaching about using an incentive spirometer with a patient. Which of the following instructions should the technician include? "The goal is to get the ball to rise in the chamber of the incentive spirometer" A PCT is preparing to assist a patient to ambulate using a gait belt. Which of the following statements should the technician make? "You can support yourself by holding onto my arms" A PCT has conflict with another technician. Which of the following actions should the technician take first? Discuss these concerns with the other technician in private A nurse instructs a PCT to perform a procedure. The technician then considers whether the procedure is within their scope of practice. Which of the following five rights of delegation is the technician following? The right task A PCT should identify that patients benefit from the use of electronic health record systems in which of the following ways? Patient receives improved coordination of care A PCT should identify that which of the following represents the first link in chain of infection? Infectious agent A PCT is assisting in the care of a patient who has a wound left to heal by way of granulation. How often should this wound be redressed? Every 24 hrs A PCT is manually transferring a patient who has a right-sided weakness from the bed to the wheelchair. Which of the following methods should the technician use to promote proper body mechanics? Grasp the back of the transfer belt and have the patient stand using the stronger side while lifting with his legs an keeping back straight A PCT is changing a patient's bedding and receives a needle stick. Which of the following actions should the technician take first? Wash infected area with antimicrobial soap A PCT is caring for a patient who is in the acceptance stage of the grieving process. Which of the following actions should the technician take? Stay with the patient and allow them to talk or remain silent A PCT must invert anticoagulant tubes to prevent which of the following? clotting A PCT is caring for a patient who is 8 hr postoperative following a repair of a fractured femur. Which of the following vital sign values should the technician report to the nurse? Blood Pressure 180/101 mm Hg A PCT is caring for a patient who is at risk for pressure ulcers. Which of the following actions should the technician take? Reposition every 2 hrs A PCT has orders to collect blood cultures, CBC, PTT, and an iron panel. He forgets to draw for the PTT. Which of the following actions should the technician take? Keep the specimens collected and draw for PTT A provider requests that a PCT collect blood specimen from a patient for blood cultures, hematology, and coagulation studies. Which of the following should the technician fill first when performing the venipuncture? blood cultures A PCT is assisting a nurse with the care of a patient who has recently given birth vaginally. Which of the following bathing techniques should the technician use? sitz bath [Show Less]
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Care for patient with feeding tubes Elevate the head 45 degree while feeding Monitoring bowel movement You are responsible for notifying the nurse... [Show More] (patient must have a movement every 3 days) amount, color, consistency When a patient get discharged PCT must obtain vital signs Restorative care Is care given to patient to help them become as independent as possible, following a health or medical event In restorative care Allow patients to do as many ADLs as possible. Contracture Are abnormal flexion of joints Bladder exercises Nurses are responsible for educate patiens about these exercises, PCT remind them. Removing an IV Need a gauze, tape and gloves Sterile dressing Are to be removed by nurses or physician, PCT does not remove them without specific directions To apply sterile dressing Wash hand 3 times Drainage saturation Drainage: Amount, color, odor, Dry: is soaked, securely taped to the skin Lifting devices Used for heavy patients: Hydrolic ,sling, metal frame To apply bandages Apply from distal to proximal Compression boots Promote blood flow in the leg and prevent blood clot formation Holes in anti-embolism are To asses blood circulation (TED HOSE) prevent fluid build up Incentive spirometry Is used to improve blood circulation to the lungs, minimize the risk of pneumonia , move air into lungs Edema Excessive accumulation of fluid in body tissue Apical pulse Is felt in the 5th intercostal space, and the midclavicular line (pulse over 60 b/m) Measuring oxygen saturation in hemoglobin Normal range 94 to 100 can be measured in the finger, toe, or earlobe False findings can be caused by Nail polish, cold fingers, toxic exposure Drawing requirement -Requisition form -full name -DOB/medical record -Who ordered test -when sample was obtained Implied of informed consent A PCT must always obtain consent and explain procedures Antecubital fossa Preferred site for venipuncture (several veins close to the surface and easy to seen. Back of the hand (metacarpal is also another good site) If cannot contact provider Document that patient did not fast Never use family members when Patient speak a different language During an EKG Instruct the patient to remove all electronic devices remain as still as possible at least for 10 seconds, lie flat with head slightly elevated. Stress test Is used to test the heart function under increased workload (instruct not to smoke or eat 3 hours before test) 5 lead configuration Lithotomy position Is used for rectal and genital exams, a position lying on your back with knees bent and thighs apart Heart rate of an infant Is 80 to 160 b/m [Show Less]
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PCT practice exam questions with complete solution latest 2023
A patient care technician is preparing to perform documentation in a patients electronic health record. Which of the following is an example of appropriate... [Show More] documentation by the technician? A.) the technician on the previous shift reports giving the patient a bath at 1600. B.) The patient has a large, dark bowel movement at 1100. C.) The Patient will receive an enema at 1700. D.) The patient is upset because the nurse from the previous shift forgot to provide breakfast. B.) The patient has a large, dark brown bowel movement at 1100. Which of the following EKG findings differentiates accelerated idioventricular rhythm from junctional rhythm? A.) Accelerated idioventricular rhythm has P wave. B.) The ventricular rate in accelerated idioventricular rhythm is slower than junctional rhythm. C.) junctional rhythm has P waves D.) accelerated idioventricular rhythm has wide QRS complexes. D.) Accelerated idioventricular rhythm has wide QRS complexes. A patient care technician is caring for a patient whose has a stage 3 pressure ulcer. Which of the following manifestations should the technician expect? A.) The area forms a blister, and the epidermis peels away or cracks open B.) The subcutaneous fat is visible, and there is drainage from the wound. C.) The area appears as reddened skin that does not return to its initial color after pressure is removed. D.) The damaged tissue extends all the way through the tissues to the muscle. B.) The subcutaneous fat is visible, and there is drainage from the wound. Which of the following tubes should be collected first for dermal samples? A.) lavender top B.) green top C.) red top D.) light blue top A.) lavender top A patient care technician is transferring a patient from a bed to a wheelchair using a mechanical lift with a sling. As the patient is being transferred the technician should place him in which of the following position? A.) Sims B.) Fowlers C.) Lithotomy D.) Trendelenburg B.) Fowler's A patient care technician is performing a routine venipuncture for a patient who becomes pallid and diaphoretic. Which of the following conditions is this patient most likely to experience? A.) Syncope B.) Seizure C.) Nausea D.) Shock A.) Syncope A patient care technician is assisting a nurse to apply a hand-wrist immobility splint for a patient who has left-sided paralysis due to a stroke. The technician should identify that the splint will secure the patients hand and write in which of the following positions? A.) wrist in slight dorsiflexion B.) fingers in a extended position C.) fingers rotated slightly in an external position D.) thumb kept in close proximity to the index finger A.) wrist in slight dorsiflexion A patient care technician recently attended a seminar about hospice car. Which of the following statements by the technician indicates an understanding of hospice care? A.) "the cost of hospice care is reimbursed by Medicare or Medicaid" B.) "many hospice agencies do not require patients to have a primary caregiver" C.) "an immediate family member must accept responsibility for the patients care" D.) "hospice care covers curative therapies prescribed by the health care provider" A.) "the cost of hospice care is reimbursed by Medicare or Medicaid" A patient care technician is preparing a peripheral blood smear on a slide. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A.) press down on the spreader slide to fix the cells on the lower slide B.) Apply the spreader slide to the lower slide at a 60 degree angle C.) verify that the smear covers about three-quarters of the slide D.) apply blood to the clear portion of the slide C.) verify that the smear covers about three-quarters of the slide A patient care technician is caring for four patients. Which of the following should the technician report to the nurse? A.) a patient who has a blood glucose level of 190 mg/dL B.) a patient who has a blood glucose level of 90 mg/dL C.) a patient who has a blood glucose level of 100 mg/dL D.) a patient who has a blood glucose level of 130 mg/dL A.) a patient who has a blood glucose level of 190 mg/dL A patient care technician is providing palliative care to a patient. The patients family expresses feelings of anger and hopelessness. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A.) explain that anger is the first coping mechanism everyone experience during grief. B.) refer the family to the charge nurse C.) recommend that the patient talk to social services D.) Listen when the family is ready to talk D.) Listen when the family is ready to talk A patient care technician is performing CPR for n adult patient. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A.) check for a pulse at the patients radial artery site B.) give the patient rescue breaths that have a 3-second duration C.) depress 5 cm (2 in) into the patients chest while performing compressions D.) perform 80 to 90 compressions per min C.) depress 5 cm (2 in) into the patients chest while performing compressions A patient care technician observes a nurse administering an influenza vaccine to a patient. The technician should identify that receiving an influenza vaccine breaks which of the following links in the chain of infection? A.) susceptible host B.) portal of entry C.) infectious agent D.) method of transmission A.) susceptible host Which of the following actions is appropriate when labeling specimens? A.) labeling specimens at the time of collection in front of the patient B.) specifying the patients room number, last name, and date of birth on the label C.) keeping the specimens in the tray and labeling them in the laboratory D.) writing the technicians initials and the time on the label prior to collection A.) labeling specimens at the time of collection in front of the patient A patient care technician is caring for a patient who has an ileostomy. Which of the following types of stool should the technician expect to observe in the ostomy pouch? A.) liquid B.) black C.) foul-smelling D.) soft A.) liquid A patient care technician is caring for a patient who is postoperative and has been prescribes incentive spirometry. The technician should recognize that the provider prescribed this therapy for which of the following reasons? A.) to prevent the loss of muscle mass B.) to reduce the risk for blood clots C.) to prevent pooling of blood in the lower legs D.) to prevent respiratory complications D.) to prevent respiratory complications A patient care technician is collecting a blood culture specimen from a patient who has an allergy to shellfish. Which of the following topical antiseptic should the technician use to cleanse the patients skin prior to the venipuncture? A.) hydrogen peroxide B.) chlorhexidine gluconate C.) povidone-iodine D.) isopropyl alcohol B.) chlorhexidine gluconate A patient has difficulty understanding why she needs an ambulatory monitor after having an EKG 48hrs prior. Which of the following is an appropriate explanation by the patient care technician? A.) "An ambulatory monitor records differently than an EKG" B.) "Your doctor wants to study your heart over a longer period of time" C.) "It is standard practice to attach an ambulatory monitor shortly after an EKG" D.) "I cannot discuss why you have to wear an ambulatory monitor. You'll have to discuss that with your doctor" B.) "Your doctor wants to study your heart over a longer period of time" A patient care technician is reinforcing teaching with a patient who has a new prescription for albuterol sulfate to be administered via an inhaler. Which of the following patient statements indicates an understanding of the teaching? A.) "I should place the mouthpiece of the inhaler in my mouth" B.) "I will shake the inhaler well before each use" C.) I will take the second dose of medication immediately after the first" D.) "I should take a quick, shallow breath while using the inhaler" B.) "I will shake the inhaler well before each use" A patient care technician is caring for a patient who is postoperative following abdominal surgery and observes thin, water, reddish drainage on the wound dressing. The technician should identify that which of the following terms is used to describe this type of drainage? A.) Serous B.) Purulent C.) sanguineous D.) Serosanguineous D.) Serosanguineous A patient care technician in a clinic is receiving a urine specimen from a patient who completed a 24hr urine collection. The technician should ensure that which of the following requirements have been met for the test? A.) The specimen was allowed to stand for 8hr following the final collection B.) The final voiding of the 24hr period was discarded C.) the patient cleaned the meatus prior to each void D.) the specimen was refrigerated prior to being returned D.) the specimen was refrigerated prior to being returned Which of the following abnormalities is associated with large U waves on the EKG? A.) increased sodium level B.) increased potassium level C.) decreased sodium level D.) decreased potassium level D.) decreased potassium level a patient care technician is preparing to clean metal instruments that were used to remove the staples from a patients surgical wound. Which of the following actions should the technician take to destroy micro-organisms and spores on the metal instruments? A.) rinse the instruments under hot tap water for 30 seconds B.) scrub the instruments with a bactericidal solution and let them air dry C.) Place the instruments in an autoclave and stream them under pressure or moist heat D.) soak the instruments in an iodine solution for 30min before singing them with sterile water. C.) Place the instruments in an autoclave and stream them under pressure or moist heat A patient care technician is performing a passive range of motion exercises on a patient's ankle. Which of the following motions should the technician perform? A.) Circumduction B.) abduction C.) Dorsiflection D.) external rotation C.) Dorsiflection A patient care technician is preparing to measure the pulse oximetry of an adult patient who has decreased arterial blood flow. Which of the following locations is the best place to obtain this measurement for a patient who has this condition? A.) finger B.) forehead C.) earlobe D.) toe B.) forehead A patient care technician is preparing to remove a patient's peripheral IV catheter. Which of the following actions should the technician plan to take? A.) Don sterile gloves prior to removing the catheter B.) turn the infusion clamp to the "on" position C.) hold gauze over the site when removing the catheter D.) clean the area with saline before removing the catheter C.) hold gauze over the site when removing the catheter Which of the following actions should a patient care technician take thwn discharging a patient? A.) review self care procedures with the patients family B.) inform the patient of any follow up appointments C.) answer any questions regarding medications D.) escort the patient using a wheelchair D.) escort the patient using a wheelchair [Show Less]
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PCT Certification exam correct answers to pass 2023
Providers people or organizations that provide health care (doctors, nurses, clinics, agencies Facilities places where care is delivered or admini... [Show More] stered Payers people or organizations paying for healthcare services (insurance companies, govt programs medicaid, medicare, and the individual person needing care) Long-Term Care (LTC) need 24 hr skilled care Skilled care medically-necessary care given by a skilled nurse or therapist, availabe 24 hrs a day home health care care provided in a persons "clients" home assisted living residences for people who need some help w/ daily care, such as showers, meals, and dressing dementia serious loss of mental abilities such as thinking, remembering, reasoning & communication adult day services for people who need some assistance and supervision during certain hrs, but who do not live in the facility where care is provided acute care 24 hr skilled care given in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers for people who require short term, immediate care for illnesses/injuries, short stays for sx subacute care used for people who need less care than for an acute illness but more care than for a chronic illness outpatient care given for less than 24 hrs, for people who have had tx or sx and need short-term care rehabilitaion given by specialists, restore/improve function after an illness/injury hospice care for people who have approximately 6 months or less to live Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) require that participants use a PARTICULAR doctor or group of doctors except in case of emergency Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) network of providers that contract to provide health services to a group of people managed care cost controlling agencies catheters thin tubes inserted into the body to drain fluids or inject fluids policy course of action that should be taken every time a certain situation occurs procedure method or way of doing something cite find a problem through a survey Joint Commission independent, not-for-profit organization that evaluates and accredits healthcare organizations , its goal is to improve the safety & quality of care of pts Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) federal agency within the US Dept. of Health and Human Services Eden Alternative focus is to improve the lives of elders and their caregivers by creating environments that support growth & development while trying to eliminate problems of loneliness, helplessness, and boredom NA/CNA performs assigned tasks, VS, provides/assists with routine personal care, at least 75 hrs training, observing/reporting pt changes RN in ltc coordinates, manages, and provides skilled care, assigns tasks and supervises, administer meds, 2-4 nursing program, degree, pass license exam LPN or LVN adminsters meds and gives tx, licensed professional, complete 1-2 yrs of education and has passed license exam MD or DO ( doctor of osteopathy) diagnose & prescribe tx, 4 yr medical schools PT evaluates a person and develops a tx plan to increase movement, improve circulation, promote healing, reduce pain, prevent disability, and help resident regain or maintain mobility, pass national & state license exam OT helps pt learn to adapt to disabilities, ADLs, min masters degree, pass national certification exam and must be licensed within their state Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) identifies communication disorders, addresses factors involved in recovery, and develops plan to recover, ability to swallow/drink, masters degree, licensed or certified Registered Dietitian (RTD) creates diets, bachelor's degree, postgraduate [Show Less]
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PCT (verified answers) graded A+ TO PASS
When listening to a patient, what action by the PCT demonstrates disinterest and coldness? A. Tightly crossing her arms The role that is considered... [Show More] to be a nursing assistant with advanced skills is Patient care technician Health promotion is known as which of the following Strategies to try to prevent an illness from occurring An ombudsman is a person who Is a legal advocate for resident and helps protect their right. HIPAA was put into place in an effort to do what? Protect person's rights to privacy of protected information An example of a secondary prevention strategy is Teaching diabetic patients on good nutrition Which of the following factors has a negative impact on healthcare for the underserved Poverty rates increasing Which is known to be a benefit of the Affordable Care Act Members are no longer denied coverage if they have a preexisting condition When a person can work in multiple areas and in multiple roles, the person is said to be cross- trained True To be able to take the certification exam for PCT, one must have A high school diploma If one does not pass the second certification exam, how soon can they retake the third certification exam? 30 days How many hours of continuing education is required before one can renew the PCT certification 20 hours At which point can the PCT give test results to the patient's family members? If the patient has signed a release indicating which family members are allowed to receive the patient info To say something that is obviously harmful is called Detrimental Documentation on the patients record should be which of the following Neat and able to read If a patient care technician uses jargon to describe what the specimen looks like with a patient, the patient should know what that means False The card system that is used to consolidate patient orders and care needs is often kept in one central location known as Kardex When a teacher gives a lecture to a large classroom of students, this is known as One way communication Which of the following PCT recognize regarding the healthcare delivery system The major goal is to achieve optimal levels of healthcare Workplace politics Can be positive Which of the following is not expected of the PCT Read and interpret xrays An obstruction of professionalism would be Bringing personal problems into the office What is one of the most common places that confidentiality is breached Elevators Which of the following is true regarding continuing education units CEU are required to renew certifications, 20 hours of CEU, 10 credits Is it appropriate to use a family member such as a child as an interpreter in the hospital setting False A Muslim patient visiting the healthcare providers office was told that she had to remove her clothes and put on an examination gown. The patient became upset and refused to do so. Why should the PCT allow the patient to remain with her clothes on As a Muslim, the patient must keep as much of her body covered as possible The PCT tells her instructor that she does not understand why a Chinese American family is not grieving for their dying father. What behaviors are being demonstrated Ethnocentric A male PCT is assigned to care for a female Muslim patient, when the nurse enters the room the patient and her husband become upset. Her husband tells the nurse that the PCT cannot care for his wife. What statement provides the patient's spouse's position? The patient is a Muslim, so only women should be assigned to care for her What term describes a person who is aware of her or his cultural beliefs, the beliefs and practices of other cultures, and has the ability to interact effectively with people from other cultures? Culturally competent The decision to remove someone's legal competency, or ability to make his or her own healthcare decisions is determined by who? Judge Informed consent may be obtained by which of the following persons? The persons family The trachea, heart, and blood vessels are located in which body cavity? Ventral What process occurs when the patient inhales oxygen and it passes through the lungs and into the bloodstream (higher concentration to lower concentration) Diffusion What type of tissue is composed of cells that contract in response to a message from the Brain to the spinal cord Muscle The student nurse demonstrated knowledge of Basic human anatomy and physiology with which statement Mucous membranes lines many organs, open to the outside environment, and are part of the body's defense mechanism against invasion of microorganisms When the body recognizes foreign body invasion and responds by engulfing or surrounding the foreign material and digesting it, the nurse is accurate in identifying the process as Phagocytosis When a group of several different kinds of tissues is arranged to perform special function, the pct correctly used which term to describe it? Organ What are the two major cavities ofthe body? Ventral and dorsal what structure divides the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity? Diaphragm The PCT is aware that the first socializing agent for the child is Family A 4 year old child is working on which of Erikson's developmental tasks? Trust versus mistrust Which statement most accurately describes growth during the school-age period? Growth is slow and consistent [Show Less]
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PCT test question NHA practice test questions fully solved latest 2023
During a routing venipuncture the patient becomes pale and diaphoretic. Which condition is most like to occur in the patient. Syncope Syncope means... [Show More] fainting diaphoretic means sweaty Which action should the PCT take when preparing to transfer a patient from a bed to a stretcher Elevate the bed at a position Equal to the hieght of the stretcher A PCT should collect patient sputum when Early in the morning A PCT should collect this amount of sputum at least a teaspoon A CPT is taking the patient's Pulse Oximetry reading and nothing appears on the monitor what is the likely cause The patients BP is 84/62 with cold hands and finger Range for BP is 120/80 If a patient is receiving tube feeding continuously the CPT should position the patient Semi-fowler The PCT should measure the Patients apical pulse at 5th intercostal space A PCT should know these meds should not be crushed coated A patient loses consciousness the EKG tracing reveals ventricular fibrillation. Which of the Following should the CPT do first? Call for CPR because the CPT witnessed cardiac arrest The CPCT receives orders to draw and infant screening card, O2 levels, bilirubin, and DNA which should be drawn first O2 levels A CPCT will have a bad BP reading if the arm is lower than heart When should the code on glucose cuvettes be compared to the code on the glucometer coding should be checked every time the glucometer is used to check the patient The CPT can cleanse the patient's skin with this before an drawing blood chlorhexidine gluconate a CpCt is to determine the pulse of a patient who has atrial fibrillation. Which method should the CPCT use Manual apical a CPCT should recognize that patient must avoid deep-breathing and coughing exercises after which of the following surgeries eye surgery [Show Less]
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PCT Final Exam Review(updated 2023)graded A+ to pass
What does SOAP stand for concerning medical documentation? S: Subjective O: Objective A: Assessment P: Plan What type of PPE is needed for routi... [Show More] ne venipunctures? Gloves What is the correct sequence of obtaining vital signs? Temperature, Respiration, Pulse, Blood Pressure Where is the correct placement of an oral thermometer? Under the tongue on either side What sequence of steps in taking an oral temperature? 1. Identify Patient 2. Explain the procedure and obtain consent 3. Put on the probe cover 4. Place the thermometer sublingually 5. Read results 6. Remove probe cover and dispose 7. Document procedure Auscultation Listening to sounds produced by the body during physical assessment Palpation To assess by touch during physical assessment Where is the radial pulse palpated to assess heart rate? Anterior aspect of the the wrist towards the base of the thumb Where is the carotid pulse palpated to assess heart rate? Area between the sternocleidomastoid muscle and larynx on the anterior side of the neck What is normal pulse rate? 60 - 100 bpm What is average body temperature? 98.6 Degrees Fahrenheit What is normal respiratory rate? 12 - 20 rpm Bradypnea Respiration below 12 rpm Apnea Cessation of breathing Tachypnea Respiration above 20 rpm Respiration 1 Inhalation and 1 Exhalation Normal BMI 18.5 to 24.9 BMI Body Mass Index Stadiometer Medical Equipment Used to Measure Body Height How is head circumference measured? From the most circumferential area of the skull Lithotomy Position Lying in supine position with knees and hips bent in 60-90 degrees Prone Position Lying on stomach Supine Position Lying on back Log Rolling A maneuver used to move a patient without flexing the spinal column. Patient's legs are stretched, the head is held, to immobilize the neck When performing a knee range of motion excerise, what should be the hand placement for the Patient Care Technician? One hand on the patient's knee and the other on the foot 4-point gait A gait in forward motion using crutches: first one crutch is advanced, then the opposite leg, then the second crutch, then the second leg, and so on. Assisting a patient ascending stairs Step up on your non-affected leg first, then step up on the injured leg. PCT should be in back of the patient, situated slightly to the affected side Active assisted range of motion Patient uses the muscles surrounding the joint to perform the exercise but requires some help from the therapist or equipment (such as a strap). How do PCT's prevent pressure ulcers? Inspecting the skin regularly, keeping skin hydrated, frequent changes in position, checking [Show Less]
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PCT Certification Exam – ONLINE correctly answered 2023
A patient care technician is taking a patient's pulse oximetry reading. The technician cannot get the reading to appear on the monitor. Which of the follow... [Show More] ing could be the cause? A. the patient is running a fever B. the patient has a blood pressure of 84/62 mm Hg with cold hands and fingers C. the patient was elevated in semi-fowlers D. the patient's skin was flushed B. the patient has a blood pressure of 84/62 mm Hg with cold hands and fingers A PCT is caring for a patient whose daughter is visiting. The daughter asks about the health of the patient's roommate. Which of the following statements by the PCT is an appropriate response? A. I'll get the nurse B. You can ask the patient about his condition C. I'll send a request to the medical records department D. I need you to fax over a written request B. You can ask the patient about his condition A PCT is providing instructions to a newly hired technician about transporting and handling blood specimens. Which of the following instructions should the technician include? A. avoid inverting a specimen tube if it includes an additive B. ensure the blood in the specimen tub maintains contact with a tube stopper C. ensure the blood specimen transport bag has a liquid-tight closure D. avoid wearing gloves when carrying the specimens transport bag C. ensure the blood specimen transport bag has a liquid-tight closure A PCT is monitoring a patient who has severe hypertension. Which of the following findings is related to the patients condition should the PCT report to the nurse immediately? A. the patient reports stiffness in his hands and feet B. the patient needs help lifting his legs onto his bed C. the patient's lower limbs show pitting edema D. the patient's fingers are thick and fat C. the patient's lower limbs show pitting edema A PCT is caring for a patient who suddenly becomes unresponsive. Which of the following actions should the technician take first? A. check the movement of the patient's chest for 10 seconds B. tap the patient's shoulders and ask if they're okay C. start chest compressions after placing the patient flat D. notify the emergency response team B. tap the patient's shoulders and ask if they're okay Which of the following structures of the heart is immediately affected if the SA node fails? A. bundle of HIS B. purkinje fibers C. AV node D. interventricular septum C. AV node A PCT is caring for a patient who has a stage 2 pressure ulcer. Which of the following findings should the PCT expect? A. skin that is intact and nonblanchable B. tissue loss with exposed bone C. visible subcutaneous fat D. blister-like appearance D. blister-like appearance A PCT is assisting with the physical examination of an older patient. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates a risk factor for elder abuse? A. i sometimes forget where i put my cell phone B. i am not able to see quite as well as i used to C. i am able to walk well using a cane D. i live alone and i don't get many visitors D. i live alone and i don't get many visitors A PCT is preparing to transport a patient via a stretcher. Which of the following actions should the technician take when transferring the patient from a bed to the stretcher? A. roll the sheets away from the patient B. remove the patient's IV and indwelling catheter C. instruct the patient to put their hands by their side D. raise the patient's bed to the same level as the stretcher D. raise the patient's bed to the same level as the stretcher A PCT should identify that which of the following is the most commonly used paper speed for an EKG monitor? A. 10 mm/sec B. 50 mm/sec C. 25 mm/sec D. 5 mm/sec C. 25 mm/sec A PCT has just collected a blood specimen from a patient. For which of the following reasons should the technician invert the collection tubes that contain anticoagulant immediately following a blood collection? A. to encourage the mixing of hemoglobin and plasma B. to prevent clotting of the blood C. to prevent blood from mixing with the additives D. to encourage sedimentation within the collection tubes B. to prevent clotting of the blood A PCT should recognize that chain of custody is used for which of the following reasons? A. to follow methods of collection with samples and data B. to guarantee the identification and integrity of samples C. to ensure that samples are being disposed of using correct operating procedures D. to track the location of samples and date B. to guarantee the identification and integrity of samples A PCT is caring for a patient who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. The patient asks the technician to demonstrate how to give an insulin injection. Which of the following statements should the technician make? A. I will inform the nurse about your request regarding the injection B. we should wait for your family because they should also learn about how to give the injection C. the best time to get the injection is before breakfast, so we can do it at that time D. i think you should look for information online about how to administer the injection A. I will inform the nurse about your request regarding the injection A patient presents alert and oriented, but a PCT finds that all the waveforms are negative in lead 1. The PCT should check the cable connections for which of the following limb electrodes? A. left leg and right leg B. left arm and leg C. right arm and left leg D. right arm and left arm D. right arm and left arm A PCT is preparing to transport a patient using a wheelchair. Which of the following actions should the technician take when assisting that patient out of bed? A. have the patient push off the bed using his hands when prompted B. place the wheelchair 1m from the patient's bed C. place the wheelchair on the patient's weaker side D. instruct the patient to place his arms around her neck for support A. have the patient push off the bed using his hands when prompted A PCT is caring for a patient who is receiving oxygen at 2 L/min via nasal cannula. The PCT notes that the patient's pulse oximetry level is 91%. which of the following actions should the PCT take? A. report the pulse oximetry level to a nurse B. turn the pulse oximetry machine off C. instruct the patient to take deep breaths D. increase the patient's oxygen level to 3L/min A. report the pulse oximetry level to a nurse A PCT is assisting a nurse to perform an aseptic wound dressing change for a patient who has a stage 4 pressure ulcer. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A. don new gloves after removing the soiled dressing B. place the new dressing on the patient's wound C. dispose of the soiled dressing in a trash can D. use sterile gloves to remove soiled dressing A. don new gloves after removing the soiled dressing A PCT is assisting with the admission of a patient who has hearing loss. Which of the following actions should the technician take when communicating with the patient? A. speak to the patient in a raised voice B. sit next to the patient when speaking C. write questions and instructions on a notepad for the patient D. overenunciate words when speaking to the patient C. write questions and instructions on a notepad for the patient which of the following actions should the PCT take when preparing to transfer a patient from a bed to a stretcher? A. elevate the bed to a position equal to the stretcher B. elevate the bed lower than the stretcher C. reaching across the stretcher to assist the patient D. elevate the bed higher than the stretcher A. elevate the bed to a position equal to the stretcher During a stress test, a PCT notices the patient appears to be hyperventilating. which of the following is an appropriate course of action for the technician? Check the respiratory rate A PCT is assisting a patient to take self-administered medications. The PCT should recognize that which of the following medications should not be crushed? A. scored tablet B. enteric-coated C. intradermal D. parental B. enteric-coated A PCT receives orders to draw an infant screening card, O2 levels, bilirubin, and DNA. which of the following should be drawn first? A. O2 levels B. bilirubin C. DNA D. screening card A. O2 levels A patient loses consciousness. The EKG tracing reveals ventricular fibrillation. Which of the following should the PCT do first? A. notify the physician of the arrest B. call for help and begin CPR C. go get the automated external defibrillator D. administer oxygen B. call for help and begin CPR A CPCT is collecting a stool specimen from a newly admitted patient. The CPCT should recognize that which of the following findings could be a sign of an upper gastrointestinal disorder? A. Green Stool B. Red Stool C. Black, tarry stool D. Yellow, runny stool C. Black, tarry stool A CPCT is providing palliative care to a patient. The patient's family expresses feelings of anger and hopelessness. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take? A. Explain that anger os the first coping mechanism everyone experiences during grief. B. Refer the family to the charge nurse C. Recommend that the patient talk to social service. D. Listen when the Family is ready to talk. D. Listen when the family is ready to talk. [Show Less]
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A: increase flow of oxygen to patient ***B: notify nurse immediately C: Assist patient to ambulate D: Lower head of bed A PCT is caring for a patient w... [Show More] COPD and is receiving oxygen therapy. The technician notes that the patient appears restless and is short of breath. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A: apply 60-80 compressions per minute, followed by two slow breaths B: Apply 100 to 120 compressions per minute, followed by four short breaths ***C: Apply 100 to 120 compressions per minute, followed by two slow breaths D: Apply 60 to 80 compressions per minute, followed by four short breaths The patient care technician attended an in-service about performing CPR on a patient. When performing CPR, which of the following actions should the technician take? ***A: Median cubital B: Basilic C: Cephalic D: Radial When collecting a venous sample, which of the following sites should the PCT attempt to draw from first? A: encourage the patient to enter the hospice program B: tell the patient that further treatment is not an option ***C: acknowledge the family's concern and notify the nurse D: recommend alternative treatment options for the patient A PCT is caring for a patient who has end-stage pancreatic cancer. The patient's family expresses concern because the patient has refused admission to the hospice program and is seeking additional medical treatment. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A: right sternal border B: on the amputation site C: anterior axillary line ***D: left deltoid A PCT is preparing to obtain a 12-lead EKG for a patient who had a left arm amputation. In which of the following locations should the technician attach the left arm lead? A: pink-tinged color B: yellow color ***C: watery consistency D: thick consistency A PCT obtains a sputum specimen from a patient. The technician should expect the specimen to have which of the following characteristics? A: I will cleanse the area w/ 70% ethyl alcohol B: I will cleanse the area w/ sodium hypochlorite ***C: I will cleanse the area w/ chlorhexidine gluconate D: I will cleanse the area w/ sterile saline A PCT should recognize that which of the following statements regarding preparation for blood cultures is correct? A: lead selector ****B: artifact filter C: heart rate limits D: speed A PCT is performing an EKG for a patient who has a pacemaker. Which of the following controls should be adjusted to ensure an accurate EKG tracing? A: the stoma has a small amount of bloody drainage B: the stoma is red in color ***C: the stoma is leaking around the wafer D: The stoma remains the same size A PCT is performing ostomy care for a patient. Which of the following findings should the technician report to the nurse? ***A: advise the patient that the test is painless B: require the patient to remove all clothing C: inform the patient refusal is not an option due to the presenting symptom D: caution the patient that jewelry near wires and electrodes might cause sparks A CPT is preparing to obtain a 12-lead EKG for a patient who is being evaluated for chest pain in the emergency department. Which of the following action should the technician take if the patient expresses fear of the procedure? A: remove the wires @ bedtime B: take tub baths instead of showers ***C: avoid adjusting the electrodes during monitoring period D: set the time on the digital clock at the beginning of the monitor period A PCT is reinforcing teaching w/ a patient who has a holter monitor. Which of the following statements should the technician make? ***A: ensure the patients feet are placed on the footrests B: place a loose blanket over the patient's legs C: fasten the seatbelt loosely around the patient's waist D: pull the back wheels onto the curb first when going up a curb A PCT is transporting a patient using a wheelchair. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A: serosanguineous drainage B: general discomfort at the incision site C: oral temp of 98.2 F ***D: increased warmth around incision site A PCT is caring for a patient who is 24-hr postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty and has a surgical wound. Which of the following should the technician identify as an indication of potential wound infection? A: would you like me to speak w/ a police officer B: if your partner is abusing you at home, would you tell me immediately C: your partner loves you , and you have no reason to be afraid ***D: can you tell me if something happened that made you feel unsafe? A PCt is preparing a patient for hospital discharge. The patient states "I am afraid to go back home to my partner". Which of the following responses by the technician is appropriate? A: walk on the patient's stronger side while ambulating B: walk slightly in front of the patient while ambulating ***C: apply the gait belt over the patient's clothing at the waist D: grasp the gait belt on each side w/ palms facing downward A PCT is preparing to ambulate a patient who requires the use of a gait belt. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A: Fowler's B: Orthopneic C: Semi-Fowler's ***D: High Fowler's A PCT should identify that adjusting a patient's bed to be between 60 and 90 degrees will place the patient in which of the following positions? A: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) B: The doctrine of informed consent C: The PAtient Self-Determination Act (PDSA) ***D: The state nurse practice acts Which of the following provides specific definitions about the scope of practice for PCTs? ***A: avoid rolling the stockings partially down the patient's legs B: remove the stocking once every 24 hrs C: inform the patient the sticking help to prevent falls D: instruct the patient to cross their legs for 10 min every hour A PCT is caring for a patient who has prescription for anti embolism stockings. Which of the following actions should the technician take? ***A: ammonia B: bilirubin C: glucose D: potassium Which of the following blood specimens should a PCT keep chilled during transfer to the lab? ***A: butterfly needle and syringe B: hand draw C: capillary collection D: vacutainer collection A PCT is to perform a venous blood draw for a 91 year old patient. The technician should use which of the following methods? A: resting on the floor B: secured to a side rail C: hanging from the IV pole ***D: secured to the frame of the bed A PCT has assisted a patient into bed. In which of the following locations should the the technician place the drainage bag for the patient's indwelling urinary catheter? A: the doctor needs to give you that information B: the lab values were all within the expected reference range ***C: I am sorry, I can't give you that information\ D: I'll ask the nurse to give you that information A PCT enters a patient's room and is approached by visitors requesting test results. Which of the following responses by the technician is appropriate? A: instruct patient to perform shallow coughs B: collect a minimum of 5 tsp of sputum C: have the patient use an alcohol-based mouthwash prior to collection ***D: obtain specimen first thing in the morning A PCT is collecting a patient's sputum specimen. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A: assisting to apply a sterile dressing B: inserting a urinary catheter ***C: changing bed linens D: cleaning an operating room A PCT is caring for a new patient. The technician should recognize that which of the following procedures requires medical aseptic or clean technique? A: cleanse site w/ antiseptic wipe B: select the appropriate part of the third/fourth finger C: position blade of lancet across lines of fingertip ***D: Confirm patient identity Which of the following procedural steps for a finger stick should a PCT do first? A: patient who refuses to take prescribed medications B: patient who reports receiving phone calls from family, but never any visits ***C: patient who reports his checking account is being mismanaged by his adult grandchild D: patient who's provider has refused to sign paperwork to allow for renewal of the patient's driver's license A PCT should report which of the following as elder neglect? ***A: patient w/ rotavirus B: patient w/ TB C: patient w/ measels D: patient w/ influenza A PCT should identify that which of the following patient requires contact precautions? ***A: elevate bed to a position equal to height of stretcher B: elevate bed to position lower than height of stretcher C: reach across stretcher to assist patient D: elevate bed to position higher than height of stretcher Which of the following actions should a PCT taken when preparing to transfer a patient from a bed to a stretcher? A: keep bed @ most comfortable working height B: place hands under patients arms to provide support ***C: lock wheels on bed and wheelchair D: instruct patient to remove socks/shoes A PCT is transferring a non-weight bearing patient from a bed to a wheelchair. which of the following actions should the technician take? A: explain reason provider prescribed test in detail B: inform patient about all possible complications C: prepare an ammonia inhalant for patient ***D: describe procedure to patient A PCT is preparing to perform a venipuncture for a patient. The patient states " I am pretty anxious about this since it is my first time having blood drawn". Which of the following actions should the technician take? A: junctional tachycardia ***B: ventricular tachycardia C: sinus tachycardia D: Accelerated idioventricular rhythm Identify the arrhythmia in the tracing below A: speed control B: calibration ***C: artifact filter D: gain control Which of the following can reduce abnormal marks on an EKG tracing that are caused by patient movement or muscle tremors? A: lie flat on the bed while using the spirometer B: take a deep breath and exhale through the long tube for 10 sec ***C: inhale forcefully through the long tobe to raise the ball in the chamber d: remove the long tube from the spirometer and breathe directly into the chamber A PCT is reinforcing teaching w/ a patient who is using an incentive spirometer. Which of the following statements should the technician make? A: patient weight B: patient diagnosis C: test results ***D: test ordered The choice to perform capillary puncture is best determined by which of the following factors? A: 116/78 mm Hg ***B: 98/60 mm Hg C: 119/76 mm Hg D: 130/81 mm Hg A PCT is measuring an adult patient's blood pressure electronically. Which of the following readings should be reported to the nurse? A: allow the family to bathe the patient after death (?)B: ensure that the body is covered w/ a cotton sheet C: leave the patient's eyes and mouth open ***D: ensure that family members are allowed to remain w/ the body A PCT is performing post mortem care for a patient who requested that Jewish religious traditions be followed during end of life care. Which of the following actions should the technician take when providing care for this patient? A: activate emergency response team B: instruct patient to remain standing position C: place affected extremity below heart level ***D: apply steady pressure to wound A PCT notices that a patient cut his foot while ambulating and is bleeding. Which of the following steps should the technician take? A: use clean, dry towel ***B: use disinfectant that contains bleach C: call hazardous materials team D: use mop and hot soapy water A PCT is collecting a urine specimen and accidentally spills it on the floor. Which of the follwoing actions should the technician take? A: patient w a temperature of 99.1 F ***B: patient who is disoriented C: patient who is comatose D: patient who is incontinent A PCT is caring for a number of patients following shift change. Which of the following patients should the technician asses first? A: close all doors to patients room ***B: remove patient from room C: activate emergency alarm D: extinguish fire A PCT is caring for a patient and notices a fire in the waste basket. Which of the following should the technician do first? A: position the patients bed at the lowest level B: instruct patient to flex head C: place patient in high-fowler's ***D: move patients arm away from the side of the body A PCT is assisting a patient to perform PROM. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A: reservoir B: infectious agent C: Portal of entry ***D: susceptible host A PCT is wearing gloves while assisting to insert a urinary catheter. Which of the following parts of the chain of infection is the technician interrupting? A: surgical mask B: N95 ***C: gown D: show covers A PCT is planning care for patient who is on contact precautions. When entering the patients room, the technician should apply which of the following? ***A: walker B: elevation abr C: cane D: balance bar Which of the following devices should a PCT use to help maintain balance while being weighed on a scale? ***A: right to be free of physiological abuse B: right to be free of physical abuse C: right to refuse treatment D: right to make decisions about plan of care A PCT overhears a nurse say to a patient who has cognitive impairment, I'm so tired of you ringing the call bell. the technician should identify that the nurses action violates which of the following parts of the patient bill of rights? ***A: CDC B: OSHA C: FDA D: NIOSH Which of the following organizations provides guidelines for identifying and preventing spread of infectious diseases? ***(?)A: dietician B: pastoral care C: social worker D: occupational therapy A PCT is caring for a 75 year old who was admitted for malnutrition. The patients family manages finances and grocery shopping for the patient. Which of the following hospital departments should the technician expect to intervene in this patients care? A: report incident B: see provider for evaluation ***C: wash w/ antimicrobial soap D: get tested for HIV A PCT receives a needlestick injury during a routine venipuncture. Which of the following actions should the technician take first? A: offer to feed patient B: cut all solid food into small pieces C: whitholf liquids until after patient is done eating ***D: describe everything's location using numbers on on a clock A PCT is caring for a patient who has vision loss. Which of the following actions should the technician taken when feeding patient meals? A: using a lift device to reposition a patient B: repositioning a patient every 2 hrs ***C: assisting a patient to the bathroom frequently D: elevating the patient bed to 45 degree A PCT should identify that which of the following actions can create shearing force and impair skin integrity? ***A: place the patient supine with thighs slightly abducted B: use normal saline to cleanse the meatus C: clean around the meatus with anti-septic solution D: tape the clean catheter snuggly to the lower leg A PCT is preparing to perform urinary catheter care for a female patient. Which of the following actions should the technician plan to take? A: face mask ***B: N-95 C: venturi respirator mask D: non-breather respirator mask A PCT is assisting with the care of a patient who [Show Less]
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PCT NHA Exam fully solved 2023.
PCT NHA Exam fully solved 2023.Which of the following statements made by the CPCT about taking a patients blood pressure demonstrates the need for further ... [Show More] teaching? A. "I will apply the cuff to the upper arm." **B. "I will use the arm with the dialysis shunt." C. "I will locate the brachial artery with my fingers." D. "I will have the patient sit while I take the blood pressure." Which of the following positions is illustrated in the figure above? A. Trendelenberg B. Prone **C. Fowler's D. Recovery In which of the following situations should the CPCT place the patient in the lithotomy position? A. Nasal exam B. Head pain C. Stomach ache **D. Rectal exam Which of the following statements made by the CPCT demonstrates the need for further teaching? A. "I will use the hand sanitizer before and after the examination." B. "I will place instruments near the examination table." **C. "I will leave the room during the examination to ensure privacy." D. "I will assist the doctor by drawing blood and urine samples." Which of the following test results should the CPCT report to the nurse immediately? A. Blood pressure 102/62 mm Hg B. Pulse rate 104/min **C. Temperature 32.7 degress C (90.9 degress F) D. Respirations 18/min Which of the following most frequently causes the spread of infection in health care facilities? A. Other patients B. Family members **C. Health care workers' hands D. Health care equipment A CPCT is assisting a patient who is ambulating. The patient states, "I feel so dizzy and weak," and her knees buckle. Which of the following actions by the CPCT is most appropriate? **A. Guide the patient to a seated or lying position on the floor. B. Grab the patient under the arms and hold her up while calling for help. C. Release the transfer belt. Place a wheelchair behind the patient. D. Instruct the patient to grab the rail in the hallway while calling for help. While caring for an 87-year-old female patient, a CPCT notices the IV infusion pump is cracked. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take? A. Complete the infusion B. After discontinuing its use, place the pump in the utility room. **C. Ensure that bioengineering performs maintenance on the pump. D. Monitor the pump and see if the crack worsens. During a mercury thermometer exchange, someone drops a mercury thermometer and it shatters on the floor. How should the CPCT intervene? A. Have the person pick up the thermometer and place it into a plastic bag. **B. Use a gloved hand to pick up the glass. Use a paper towel to pick up the mercury. C. Notify the hazmat team. Clear the area immediately. D. Put on gloves, a gown, a mask before picking up the spill. A patient has endometrial cancer and has been placed in isolation because of her radiation implants. The patient stats that she is lonely and needs extra attention. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take when caring for this patient? A. Limit contact and have family members bathe the patient. **B. Organize all care in short periods. Promise to return. C. Make frequent visits to the room and talk with the patient. D. Prevent all visitors from entering the room. A CPCT is caring for his neighbor's mother. The neighbors ask the CPCT if her mother is undergoing physical therapy. Which of the following responses by the CPCT is appropriate? A. "She is a family member, so I can let you know after I return to work." B. "I can call the staff and get the answer for you." **C. "I'm sorry, but I cannot discuss patients." D. "Why don't you call tomorrow and ask for that information." A CPCT is caring for a patient who is agitated. The best way to handle this patient is to... A. Speak louder. B. Put the patient into a chair. **C. Speak softly and clearly. D. Ask the patient to be quiet. A CPCT's patient's blood pressure is 80/38 mm HG, heart rate 112/min, respirations 26/min. The CPCT tells the nurse, but she is busy. The CPCT retakes the vital signs and finds they are now blood pressure 78/30 mm HG, heart rate 120/min, respirations 28/min. The CPCT's next action should be to... **A. Call the charge nurse of the floor and report the patient's vital signs. B. Report these findings to the nurse. C. Prop the patient up and check him or her again later. D. Call the doctor to report the vital signs. A CPCT enters the nurse's station to find a nurse lying on the floor. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take first? **A. Shout her name to see if she is conscious. B. Feel for a pulse. C. Being CPR immediately. D. Give two breaths and begin CPR Two nurses are in an elevator going to lunch. A CPCT overhears them talking about a patient. Which of the following response is appropriate? A. "Tell me about that patient. I think I know her." **B. "You shouldn't talk about patients in public places." C. Ask questions about the care being given. D. Ignore what is being said. A CPCT is inserting a urinary catheter. He creates a sterile field between the legs of the patient, but the patient moves his legs onto the sterile field, touching everything. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take next? **A. Remove the sterile field, get a new catheter set, and start over. B. Remove only the items the patient's foot touched and being the insertion. C. Continue to do the catheterization and make sure to tell the doctor what happened. D. Ask a coworker to retrieve the contaminated items and continue with the procedure. A CPCT enters a room with contact isolation and finds a doctor standing at the bedside without a gown or gloves. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take next? A. Remind him that the patient is in contact isolation. B. Ask if the patient has been removed from isolation. **C. Give the doctor a gown and gloves. D. Assume a gown and gloves are not necessary. A CPCT is teaching a family member how to change a patient's dressings. Which of the following actions by the family member indicates a need for further teaching? A. The family member does the technique quickly. B. The family member forgets to tell the patient that they are changing the dressing. C The sterile field is set up correctly and sterile gloves are applied. **D. The family member does not wash her hands after removing the dirty dressing. To prevent back strain or injury, a CPCT should perform which of the following actions when chaning the dressing on a patient's abdomen? A. Have a wide base of support. **B. Raise the bed to a working height. C. Move the patient to the side of the bed opposite the CPCT. D. Position yourself near the head of the bed. A patient has a viral infection that is spread through by touch. The CPCT should take which of the following precautions when working with this patient? A. Airborne precautions B. Droplet precautions C. Isolation precautions **D. Contact precautions Which of the following are considered acceptable for identifying a patient? **A. Full name and date of birth. B. Address and telephone number. C. Identifying a wrist band. D. Work telephone number and place of employment. Before performing a venipuncture, you should determine if the patient is taking... A. Calcium supplements B. Digoxin [Show Less]
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