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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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-"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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-"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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-chocolate pudding A PCT is reinforcing teaching about using an incentive spirometer with a patient. Which of the following instructions should the technician include? - ANSWER-"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? - ANSWER-"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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-The right task A PCT should identify that patients benefit from the use of electronic health record systems in which of the following ways? - ANSWER-Patient receives improved coordination of care A PCT should identify that which of the following represents the first link in chain of infection? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-Stay with the patient and allow them to talk or remain silent A PCT must invert anticoagulant tubes to prevent which of the following? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-sitz bath A PCT should identify that which of the following provides residents in long-term care facilities with the right to be free of physical or psychological abuse? - ANSWER-omnibus budget reconciliation act A PCT is to collect a 2 hr postprandial glucose by dermal puncture. Upon entering the room, she sees the patient pushing away the overbed table with the lunch tray still on it. Which of the following actions should the technician take? - ANSWER-ask the patient if they've eaten in the last 2 hrs How frequently should a PCT disinfect the EKG machine - ANSWER-after every use A PCT is preparing to place electrodes for an EKG on a patient who has large breasts. In which of the following locations should the technician place electrodes V4 and V5? - ANSWER-in the closest position possible to normal, underneath the breast A PCT is assisting an nurse to bathe a patient who has a colostomy. Which of the following cleansing agents should the technician use to clean the skin around the stoma? - ANSWER-warm water A PCT is caring for a patient who is receiving an enteral feeding via an NG tube. In which of the following positions should the technician place the patient? - ANSWER-Semi Fowler's A PCT is transporting a blood specimen in aluminum foil. The technician should identify that the specimen is wrapped in aluminum foil for which of the following reasons? - ANSWER-protect specimen from light A PCT should identify that a health care facilities infection and control program is required by which of the following institutions? - ANSWER-Joint Commission A PCT is caring for a patient who is receiving hospice care. The patient states that she wants to stay alive long enough to see her first grandchild, who is due to be born in q few months. Which of the following stages of grief does this statement reflect? - ANSWER-Bargaining A PCT is performing a venipuncture for a patient and observes a hematoma developing at the needle insertion site. Which of the following actions should the technician take? - ANSWER-Apply pressure for at least 5 min A PCT should identify that which of the following terms is used when referring to infections that can be spread to patients? - ANSWER-Health care-associated infection For which of the following procedures should a PCT use sterile technique? - ANSWER-Inserting straight catheter A PCT is preparing to perform a venipuncture for a patient. Which of the following patient identifiers should the technician use to verify the patient's identity? - ANSWER-name and date of birth A PCT is preparing to label a patients specimen tube following blood collection. Which of the following actions should the technician take? - ANSWER-Face the patient while labeling the tube a PCT is removing soiled gloves. Which of the following actions should the technician take? - ANSWER-Grab the outside of one cuff with the other gloved hand A PCT in a hospital is preparing to sterilize equipment that was soiled with blood. Which of the following methods should the technician use? - ANSWER-Autoclave Which of the following terms refers to the complete destruction of all forms of micro-organisms when providing patient care? - ANSWER-Sterilization If a patient has influenza, is coughing, a PCT should understand that the cough is which of the following: links in the chain of infection? - ANSWER-Mode of transmission A PCT is using a new disinfectant to clean a soiled mattress. The technician notes a skull and cross bones symbol on the label of the disinfectant. Which of the following hazards does the symbol indicate? - ANSWER-Acute toxicity A PCT is providing oral care to a patient who wears upper and lower dentures. Which of the following actions should the technician take when reinserting the dentures? - ANSWER-Replace the upper denture before the lower denture. Which of the following actions should a PCT take to verify the quality of venipuncture supplies before beginning a blood draw? - ANSWER-Inspect the integrity of the needle's seal A PCT is caring for a group of 4 patients. The technician should immediately notify a nurse for which of the following patients? - ANSWER-A patient who reports chest pain A PCT should identify that which of the following laboratory tests requires chain of custody protocol? - ANSWER-Blood Alcohol Level A PCT is assisting a weight bearing patient from a wheelchair to the toilet in a patient's bathroom. Which of the following actions should the technician take to keep the patient safe during transfer? - ANSWER-Lock the wheels on the wheelchair A PCT is responding to an adult patient who is experiencing ventricular tachycardia and has become unresponsive. The technician should palpate the patient's pulse using which of the following sites? - ANSWER-Carotid [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 - ANSWER-A PCT is caring for a p... [Show More] atient w 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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-Identify the arrhythmia in the tracing below A: speed control B: calibration ***C: artifact filter D: gain control - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-A PCT is assisting with the care of a patient who has active TB. Which of the following types of masks should the technician wear in the patient's room? A: roll the patient gently from bed to gurney ***B: use a draw sheet to lift patient C: have one technician lift head and hte other lift the feet and allow momentum to move hte patient D: use mechanical lift with sling to move patient - ANSWER-Two PCTs are transferring a patient who is deceased from a bed to a morgue gurney. To avoid injury, the technicians should use which of the following body mechanics? A: age ***B: date of birth C: room number D: diagnosis - ANSWER-A PCT is assisting with the physical examination of a patient. Which of the following identifiers should the technician use to verify the patient identity? A: reposition the patient's chest electrodes B: perform another EKG recording ***C: notify the pateint's provider D: check the patient in the room for cause of artifact interference - ANSWER-A PCT is performing a EKG and the patient reports chest pain and discomfort. Which of the following actions should the technician take? ***A: a one year old patient who has a pulse rate of 50/min B: a twelve year old patient who has a pulse rate of 76/min C: a forty year old patient who has a pulse rate of 88/min D: an 89 year old patient who has a pulse rate of 85/min - ANSWER-Which of the following finding should a PCT report to the nurse? A: HIPAA violation [Show Less]
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What can be used to clean inanimate objects? - ANSWER-Disinfectants What should you do when transferring a patient from a bed to a wheelchair? - ANSWER-... [Show More] Move patient to side of bed Where is urine Intake and Output documented? - ANSWER-Flow sheet Which is a noninvasive method of monitoring the percentage of hemoglobin and hematocrit in tissue? - ANSWER-Pulse oximetry After a patient was given pain meds she tells you she is still having pain. What would be a therapeutic response? - ANSWER-Ask the patient to describe the pain. Name one piece of information that is included on a patient's identification band: - ANSWER-Age How long does it take rigor mortis to occur? - ANSWER-2-4 hours after death Which is the most commonly requested urine test? - ANSWER-Routine U/A Which body mechanics should a patient care technician use when transferring a patient from a stretcher to a bed? - ANSWER-Having a wide base support (feet wide apart). After completing rounds on patients which action must the patient care technician take for patient safety measures? - ANSWER-Place the call light within patient's reach When drawing a CBC and Blood Cultures which color tube would you draw first? - ANSWER-Yellow What is an example of implied consent? - ANSWER-The patient extends their arm for the draw How much of a sterile field is not considered sterile? - ANSWER-1 inch border (make sure nothing touches it) What does OSHA require to be included on a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)? - ANSWER-First Aid Measures What should you do if you notice suspicious bruising on a patient? - ANSWER-Notify the nurse What type of isolation precautions would you use if a patient has scabies? - ANSWER-Contact Where would the green electrode go for a Holter monitor? - ANSWER-Right chest below the rib cage What term would you use to describe thick green drainage? - ANSWER-Purulent What is the normal BP range for an adult? - ANSWER-90/60 TO 120/80 Which form requires a witness signatures and detailed tracking of a specimen? - ANSWER-Chain of Custody What does electrical interference look like on a rhythm strip? - ANSWER-Thick, even squiggely lines Can you do a BP or blood draw on an arm with fistula or shunt? - ANSWER-No (if notice shunt on bp arm, use the other arm) What type of precautions should you use when caring for a patient with MRSA? - ANSWER-Contact What should a female patient who is post-op hysterectomy be given to splint her abdomen with when coughing and deep breathing? - ANSWER-A pillow An stoma should be pink what observation should you report to the nurse regarding this? - ANSWER-If stoma is pale, This could mean it is ischemic What should a patient with dementia who wonders be given? - ANSWER-A safe place to wonder What should you do when weighing a patient who uses a walker or has balance issues? - ANSWER-Place the walker over the scale What is a term used to describe moving a part of the body away from the body? - ANSWER-Abduction What is a term used to describe moving part of the body toward the body? - ANSWER-Adduction When removing dentures for care which dentures do you remove first? - ANSWER-Upper dentures What should you do if a patient reports sharp pain going up the arm while you are performing a venipuncture? - ANSWER-Release tourniquet, remove needle, apply pressure When should baseline vital signs be taken on a patient? - ANSWER-when a patient is admitted to a facility Describe IV infiltration: - ANSWER-is when the IV catheter has migrated out of the vein and the fluid is going into the interstitial tissues causing swelling at the IV site. Why would a patient with congestive heart failure be put on a sodium and fluid restriction? - ANSWER-Due to Edema What are cardiac stress tests used to determine? - ANSWER-If the heart receives adequate blood flow during exercise What is aphasia? - ANSWER-Inability to speak. What pain scale would you use on a patient who has aphasia? - ANSWER-Visual analog/Nonverbal pain scale When removing an indwelling catheter why must you make sure that all of the water is out of the balloon before removing? - ANSWER-To prevent injury to the urethra What is an example of a prosthetic device? - ANSWER-Dentures What should you do if a patient goes into ventricular fibrillation while you are doing an EKG? - ANSWER-Alert the physician/provider (emergency response system) Name one procedure that requires using sterile technique: - ANSWER-Inserting an indwelling catheter What is a contraindication for capillary puncture on fingers/hands? - ANSWER-Edema What is the first sign of skin breakdown? - ANSWER-Skin discoloration What are the handling requirements of stools specimens for ova and parasites? - ANSWER-Take immediately to the lab What is used to sterilize surgical instruments? - ANSWER-Autoclave What is the regular/normal paper speed for an EKG machine? - ANSWER-25 mm/second What does the ST segment on an EKG represent? - ANSWER-Time between ventricular contraction and beginning of recovery What should you do to correct a wondering baseline artifact on the EKG tracing? - ANSWER-Check electrodes and wires for proper connection (with the skin) What is hematuria associated with? - ANSWER-Cystitis (bladder infection, most common in women) Does a patient have to fast for a glucose tolerance test (GTT)? - ANSWER-Yes What 2 pieces of information does a pulse oximeter provide? - ANSWER-Patient's heartrate and oxygen saturation What type of care would be provided to a post-partum vaginal birth patient? - ANSWER-Sitz bath What are the 4 stages of pressure ulcers? - ANSWER-a. Stage1-Skin is discolored and blanches b. Stage 2-Blisters c. Stage 3-A Crater forms d. Stage 4-Down to the bone What is the term used to describe excessive sweating? - ANSWER-Diaphoresis What devices are used to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? - ANSWER-Sequential compression devices Name an example of a patient who requires protective or reverse isolation? - ANSWER-A patient who is receiving chemotherapy - ANSWER- Reverse isolation are - ANSWER-procedures designed to protect a patient from infectious organisms carried by staff, patients or other patients. The organisms are typically spread by droplets in the air or on equipment. All staff should wash their hands prior to entering the room. Protective Isolation - ANSWER-aims to protect an immunocompromised patient who is at high risk of acquiring micro-organisms from either the environment or from other patients, staff or visitors. What should you use and do when emptying an indwelling catheter? - ANSWER-Empty the contents into the graduated cylinder and record the findings As its name indicates, it is a glass cylinder with marks along the side similar to those on a measuring cup. ... The volume is read by looking at the top of the fluid from the side and reading the mark on the glass from the lowest portion of the lens-like meniscus of the liquid. What type of isolation precautions would a patient with influenza be on? - ANSWER-Droplet precautions What type of isolation precautions would a patient with clostridium difficile be on? - ANSWER-Contact [Show Less]
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