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X-ray verification of central venous catheter (CVC) placement should identify the catheter’s distal tip at the

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Vena cava near the right atrium

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Pathogenic microorganisms that require contact precautions include (3)

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MRSA
C. dificile
Hep A

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From the following, select the four circumstances that violate ARRT Rules of Ethics and can lead to ARRT professional sanction.

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  • Soliciting/receiving examination information that uses language similar to that found on the certification examination.
  • Providing incorrect/misleading information regarding one’s ARRT credentials or qualifications.
  • Assisting in billing practices that violate Federal or State Laws.
  • Providing false information regarding Continuing Education (CE) compliance
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Logrolling is a method of moving patients with suspected

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Spinal Injury

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Fractures of two or more adjacent ribs is termed

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Flail Chest

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An iatrogenic infection is the one caused by

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Physician Intervention

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A radiographer should recognize that gerontologic patients often have undergone physical changes that include loss of (2)

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Muscle Mass

Bone Calcium

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Examples of unintentional misconduct include (2)

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Negligence

Malpractice

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X-ray verification of pacemaker leads placement should identify the catheter’s tip at the

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Apex of the right ventricle

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Examples of portal of entry in the cycle of infection include (3)

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  • A break in the skin
  • Nasal Mucous Membrane
  • Urinary Tract
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Administration of a contrast agent for radiographic demonstration of the spinal canal and adjacent structures is performed using which of the following routes?

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Intrathecal

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Possible side effects of an iodinated contrast medium that is administered intravenously include which of the following? (3)

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  • A warm/flushed feeling
  • Altered taste
  • Nausea
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If the patient suffers as a result of the radiographer’s actions, the radiographer can be charged with professional negligence. Many courts will apply res ipsa loquitor. “the thing speaks for itself.” Select the three circumstances from the following that could subject the radiographer to an accusation of negligence. (3)

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  • Imaging the wrong patient
  • Cropping/masking an electronic image to make it look collimated
  • Modification of EI values
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14
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Which of the following statements regarding tracheostomy patient’s is true? (2)

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  • Tracheostomy patients have difficulty in speaking

- Audible rattling sounds indicate a need for suction

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A small container holding several doses of medication is termed

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A vial

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You have encountered a person who is apparently unconscious and unresponsive. There is no rise and fall of the chest, and you can hear no breath sounds. You should first

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Begin with 30 external chest compressions at a rate of 100 compression/min

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17
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Examples of biomedical waste include (4)

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  • Laboratory and pathology waste
  • Used bandages and dressings
  • Chest tubes
  • Bladder catheters
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Types of inflammatory bowel disease include (2)

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  • Crohn’s Disease

- Ulcerative colitis

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Misunderstanding between cultures can happen as a result of (3)

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  • Looking directly into someone’s eyes
  • The use of certain gestures
  • Standing too close while speaking to another
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20
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image In terms to body mechanics, how should you carry the object? (2)

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  • Carry heavy objects close to body

- Bend knees when lifting

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21
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Some proteins latex can produce mild-to-severe allergic reactions. Which of the following medical equipment could contain latex? (3)

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  • Stethoscopes
  • Enema Tips
  • Syringes
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Which of the following precautions should be used when microbes are transmitted in air or dust particles? (2)

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  • Droplet precautions

- Airborne precautions

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23
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A large volume of medication introduced intravenously over a long period of time is termed

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An infusion

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24
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Conditions requiring oxygen therapy include (3)

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  • COPD
  • Pneumonia
  • Sleep Apnea
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25
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An inanimate object that has been in contact with an infectious microorganism is termed a

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Fomite

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26
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In which stage of infection do the infective microbes begin to multiply?

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Incubation period

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27
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A partially obstructed airway is clinically manifested in which of the following way(s) (2)

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  • Noisy, labored breathing

- Nail bed and cyanosis

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All of the following statements regarding hand hygiene and skin care are true (3)

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  • Hands should be cleansed before and after every exam
  • Faucets should be closed and opened with paper towels
  • Hands should be smooth and free from chapping
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All of the following are correct concepts of good body mechanics during patient lifting/moving (3)

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  • The radiographer should stand with the feet approx 12 inches apart, with one foot slightly forward
  • The body’s center of gravity should be positioned over it’s base of support
  • The back should be kept straight; avoid twisting
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30
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When a patient arrives in the radiology department with a urinary Foley catheter bag, it is important to

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Place the drainage bag below the level of the bladder

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While assisting a patient onto an x-ray table, when the patient has one strong side and one weak side, the radiographer should

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Start with the stronger side closer to the table

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32
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The radiographer can help to alleviate patient anxiety in which of the following ways? (3)

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  • Careful explanation of the procedure
  • Avoiding use of complex medical terms
  • Listening carefully to the patient
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What does number 85 represent in the BP reading 145/85 mm Hg? (2)

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  • The phase of relaxation of the cardiac muscle tissue

- Higher than desirable diastolic pressure

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34
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Facsimile transmission of health information is (2)

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  • Permitted for urgently needed patient care

- Permitted for third-party payer hospitalization certification

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35
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Forms of intentional misconduct include (2)

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  • Slander

- Invasion of privacy

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Which of the following statements is correct with regard to assisting a patient from a wheelchair to an x-ray table?

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The wheelchair should be angled 45 degrees to the x-ray table

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37
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Blood flows into the left ventricle via the

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Bicuspid valve during atrial systole

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38
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You and a fellow radiographer have received an unconscious patient from a MVA. As you perform the examination, it is important that you (3)

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  • Refer to the patient by name
  • Make only those statements that you would make with a conscious patient
  • Reassure the patient about what you are doing
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39
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A cathartic is used to

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Stimulate defacation

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40
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The most effective method of sterilization is

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Moist heat

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41
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Of the following, Which is the most appropriate needle angle for an IV injection?

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15 degrees

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42
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The belief that one’s own cultural ways are superior to any other is termed

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Ethnocentrism

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43
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Compliance with HIPAA standard requires which of the following? (3)

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  • Protected health care information is accessible to health care workers only
  • A copy of authorization for release of medical information is kept on file
  • Patient information computer files must be encrypted
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44
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Which of the following may be used to effectively reduce the viscosity of contrast media?

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Warming

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45
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The type of shock often associated with pulmonary embolism or myocardial infarction is classified as

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Cardiogenic

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Symptoms associated with a respiratory reaction to contrast media include (3)

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  • Sneezing
  • Hoarseness
  • Wheezing
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What type of precautions is used to prevent the spread of bronchial secretions during coughing?

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Airborne precautions

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48
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An MRI procedure is contraindicated for a patient who has

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Cochlear implant

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49
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Blood pressure within vessels is highest during

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Ventricular Systole

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50
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Each of the following is an example of a fomite (3)

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  • Doorknob
  • Spoon
  • X-ray table
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51
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Which of the following legal phrases defines a circumstance in which the actions of both the health care provider and the patient are responsible for an injurious outcome?

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Contributory negligence

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52
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What is the first treatment for extravasation of contrast media during an IV injection?

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Remove needle and apply pressure to the vein until bleeding stops

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53
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Which of the following diastolic pressure readings indicates hypertension?

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90 mm Hg

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54
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To reduce the back strain that can result from moving heavy objects, the radiographer should

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Push the object

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All of the following statements regarding oxygen delivery are true (3)

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  • Oxygen is classified as a drug and must be prescribed by a physician
  • The rate of delivery and mode of delivery must be part of a physician order for oxygen
  • Oxygen may be ordered continuously or as needed for the patient
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Examples of various diverse cultural groups include which of the following? (3)

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  • Generational Groups
  • Socioeconomic Groups
  • Handicapped Groups
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57
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Gas-producing powder or crystals usually are ingested preliminary to which of the following exams?

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Double Contrast GI Series

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According to the CDC, all of the following precaution guidelines are true (3)

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  • Airborne precautions require that the patient wears as mask
  • Masks are indicated when caring for patients on MRSA precautions
  • Masks are indicated when caring for a patient on droplet precautions
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Routes of drug administration include (3)

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  • Sublingual
  • Topical
  • Parenteral
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You are working in the outpatient department and receive a patient who is complaining of pain in the right hip joint; however the requisition asks for a left femur examination. What should you do?

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Check with the referring physician

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If a radiographer performed a lumbar spine examination on a patient who was supposed to have an elbow examination, which of the following charges may be brought against the radiographer?

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Battery

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62
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Which of the following diagnostic examinations require(s) restriction of a patient’s diet? (2)

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  • BE

- Pyelogram

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Which of the following procedures must be performed by the radiographer before entering contact isolation room with a mobile x-ray unit?

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Put on gown and gloves only

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64
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Examples of NG tubes include (2)

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  • Salem sump

- Levin

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65
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All of the following are central venous lines (3)

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  • Port-A-Cath
  • PICC
  • Swan-Ganz
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66
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Another term used to described nosocomial infections is

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Health-care associated infections

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67
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The condition in which pulmonary alveoli lose their elasticity and become permanently inflated, causing the patient to consciously exhale, is

68
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In pediatric imaging, a neonate is usually described as a/an

69
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A radiologic technologist can be found guilty of a tort in which of the following situations? (3)

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  • Performing the wrong examination on a patient
  • Imaging the wrong patient
  • Using patient immobilization against his or her will
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All of the following statements regarding informed consent are true (3)

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  • Informed consent is required for research participation
  • The physician named on the consent form must perform the procedure
  • A parent or legal guardian is required to sign for a minor
71
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Following pacemaker insertion, care must be taken to

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Avoid elevating/abducting the patient’s left arm for 24 hr

72
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On reviewing a patient’s blood chemistry, which of the following adult BUN ranges is considered normal?

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7-20 mg/dL

73
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Procedures requiring intravascular iodinated contrast agents for patients being treated with metformin for type 2 diabetes, with no indication of acute kidney disease (AKI) or severe chronic kidney disease, should receive which of the following instructions? (2)

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  • Do not discontinue metformin before or after receiving contrast
  • Renal function reassessment not required following the examination
74
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All of the following are forms of mechanical obstruction seen in neonates or infants (3)

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  • Meconium ileus
  • Volvulus
  • Intussusception
75
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The pain experienced by an individual whose coronary arteries are not conveying sufficient blood to the heart is called

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Angina pectoris

76
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Which of the following conditions must be met in order for a patient consent to be valid? (2)

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  • The patient must sign the consent form before receiving sedation
  • The physician named on the consent form must perform the procedure
77
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The advantages of using nonionic, water-soluble contrast media include (2)

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  • Lox toxicity

- Fewer adverse reactions

78
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A vasovagal response experienced after injection of a contrast agent is characterized by all of the following symptoms (3)

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  • Nausea
  • Syncope
  • Anxiety
79
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Which of the following statements is/are true regarding a two-member team performing mobile radiography on a patient with MRSA precautions? (2)

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  • One radiographer remains “clean”

- The radiographer who positions the mobile unit also makes the exposure

80
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Which of the following must be included in a patient’s medical record or chart? (3)

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  • Diagnostic and therapeutic orders
  • Medical history
  • Informed consent
81
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While in your care for a radiologic procedure, a patient asks to see his medical record/chart. Which of the following is the appropriate response?

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Inform the patient that he has the right to see his records but he should request to view them with his physician so that they are interpreted properly

82
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In which of the following conditions is a double-contrast BE essential for demonstration of the condition? (2)

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  • Polyps

- Colitis

83
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Pathologic microorganisms spread by direct or close contact include (3)

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  • MRSA
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Rotavirus
84
Q

You receive an ambulatory patient for a GI series. As the patient is being seated on the x-ray table, he tells you he feels faint. You should (2)

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  • Lay the patient down on the x-ray table

- Elevate the patient’s leg or place the table slightly trendelenberg

85
Q

The medical term for hives is

86
Q

Blood pressure is measured in units of

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Millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)

87
Q

Which ethical principle is related to sincerity and truthfulness?

88
Q

The medical term for congenital clubfoot is

89
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In what order should the following examinations be performed:

  1. Upper GI
  2. IVU
  3. BE
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IVU > BE > Upper GI

90
Q

Patients are questioned regarding presence of any aneurysm clips, pacemakers, artificial heart valves, and shrapnel during screening for

91
Q

The condition that allows blood to shunt between the right and left ventricles is called

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Ventricular Septal Defect

92
Q

A patient experiencing an episode of syncope should be placed in which of the following positions?

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Dorsal Recumbent with feet elevated

93
Q

The cycle of infection includes which of the following components? (3)

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  • Reservoir of infection
  • Susceptible host
  • Mode of transmission
94
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The act of inspiration will cause elevation of the (2)

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  • Sternum

- Ribs

95
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What venous device can be used for patient requiring IV injections at frequent or regular intervals?

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Intermittent injection port

96
Q

Guidelines for cleaning contaminated objects or surfaces include which of the following? (2)

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  • Clean from the least contaminated to the most contaminated areas
  • Clean from the top down
97
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While performing mobile radiography on a patient, you note that the requisition is for a chest image to check placement of a Swan-Ganz catheter. A Swan-Ganz catheter is a/an

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IV Catheter

98
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A patient who is warm, flushed, or feverish is said to be

99
Q

The mechanical device used to correct an ineffectual cardiac rhythm is a

A

Defibrillator

100
Q

When caring for a patient with an IV line, the radiographer should keep the medication

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18-24 inches above the level of the vein

101
Q

Diseases that require droplet precautions include (3)

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  • Rubella
  • Mumps
  • Influenza
102
Q

A protective environment or neutropenic precautions (sometimes called expanded precautions) as indicated is required in which of the following conditions? (2)

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  • Burns

- Leukemia

103
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When a GI series has been requested on a patient with a suspected perforated ulcer, the type of contrast medium that should be used is

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Water-soluble iodinated media

104
Q

Nitroglycerin is used

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To relieve from pain from angina pectoris

105
Q

For medicolegal reasons, radiographic images are required to include all of the following (3)

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  • The patient’s name or ID number
  • R or L marker
  • The date of the exam
106
Q

The diameter of a needle’s lumen is called its

107
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Select the three symptoms/reactions that would be classified as mild anaphylactic reactions

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  • Tingling/itching at injection site
  • Nasal congestion
  • Anxious feeling
108
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A patient in a recumbent position with the feet higher than the head is said to be in which of the following conditions?

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Trendelenberg

109
Q

The normal average rate of respiration for a healthy adult patient is

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12-20 breaths per min

110
Q

Which of the following is a vasopressor and may be used for an anaphylactic reaction or a cardiac arrest?

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Epinephrine

111
Q

Examples of means by which infectious microorganisms can be transmitted vid indirect contact include (2)

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  • Fomite

- Soiled equipment

112
Q

All of the following rules regarding proper hand-washing technique are correct (3)

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  • Keep hands and forearms lower than elbows
  • Use paper towels to turn water on
  • Carefully wash all surfaces and between fingers
113
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Which of the following instructions should be given to a patient following a barium sulfate contrast examination? (3)

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  • Increase fluid and fiber intake for several days
  • Changes in stool color will occur until all barium has been evacuated
  • Contact a physician if no bowel movement occurs in 24 h
114
Q

Which blood vessels are best suited for determination of pulse rate?

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Superficial arteries

115
Q

The medical abbreviation meaning “after meals” is

116
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Symptoms of inadequate oxygen supply include (2)

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  • Cyanosis

- Retraction of intercostal spaces

117
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If an emergency trauma patient experiences hemorrhaging from a leg injury, the radiographer should (2)

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  • Apply pressure to the bleeding site

- Call the emergency department for assistance

118
Q

Skin discoloration owing to cyanosis may be observed in the (2)

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  • Gums

- Earlobes

119
Q

The Controlled Substance Act divides drugs and other controlled substances into five schedules according to

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Potential for abuse

120
Q

All of the following are useful resources for non-english-speaking patient’s (3)

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  • Automated language lines
  • Special dual headset phones
  • A certified interpreter
121
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Which of the following is/are symptom(s) of shock? (2)

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  • Pallor and weakness

- Increased pulse

122
Q

Increased pain threshold, breakdown of skin, atrophy of fat pads and sweat glands are all important considerations when working with which of the following groups of patients?

A

Geriatric patients

123
Q

The practice that is used to retard the growth of pathogenic bacteria is termed

A

Antisepsis

124
Q

The usual patient preparation for an upper GI examination is

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NPO 8 h before the examination

125
Q

Successful, effective communication includes proficiency in which of the following skills? (3)

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  • Writing
  • Speech
  • Observation
126
Q

When reviewing patient blood chemistry levels, what is considered the normal creatinine range?

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0.5-1.2 mg/dL

127
Q

Which of the following medical equipment is used to determine BP? (2)

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  • Stethoscope

- Sphygmomanometer

128
Q

Diseases whose mode of transmission is through the air include (3)

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  • TB
  • Severe acute respiratory syndrome
  • Rubeola
129
Q

Nosocomial infections are those acquired from

A

Health care facilities

130
Q

Tracheostomy is indicated in cases of tracheal obstruction when the obstruction is located

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Above the level of the pharynx

131
Q

In her studies on death and dying, Dr. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross described the first stage of the grieving process as

132
Q

Disclosing confidential information to an unauthorized individual is termed

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Invasion of privacy

133
Q

The Standard of Ethics is made up of (2)

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  • Code of Ethics

- Rules of Ethics

134
Q

Which of the following are enteral routes of drug administration? (3)

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  • Rectal
  • Oral
  • Nasogastric
135
Q

Which of the following is the meaning of the legal doctrine res ipsa loquitur?

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The thing speaks for itself

136
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A localized dilatation or bulging in blood vessel wall is a/an

137
Q

A creatinine level of 2.2 mg/dL is most likely a/an

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Contraindication for an IVU study

138
Q

From the following, select the four functions that are typical of the radiographer’s patient assessment prior to starting an x-ray examination

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  • Check admission diagnosis
  • Obtain brief clinical history
  • Note appearance and condition
  • Notice degree of ambulation
139
Q

Qualities of iodinated contrast agents that are less likely to contribute to side effects and reactions include all of the following (3)

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  • Low osmolality
  • Low toxicity
  • High Miscibility
140
Q

An abnormal, acquired immune response to a substance that would not usually trigger a reaction is called a/an

141
Q

A diabetic patient who has taken insulin prior to a fasting radiologic examination is susceptible to

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Hypoglycemic reaction

142
Q

Positive contrast agents are associated with all of the following (3)

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  • High atomic number
  • Iodine
  • Radiopaque
143
Q

If the patient is not capable of making decisions regarding his or her health, those rights can be exercised on their behalf by (2)

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  • Designated proxy

- Designated surrogate

144
Q

Examples of nonverbal communication include (3)

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  • Appearance
  • Eye contact
  • Touch
145
Q

In classifying IV contrast agents, the total number of dissolved particles in solution per kilogram of water defines

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Osmolality

146
Q

The ethical principle that refers to our responsibility to keep our patient from harm and to avoid inflicting harm is

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Nonmaleficence

147
Q

Which two of the following rules most likely apply when transporting a 3 yo child from the pediatric floor to the imaging department? (2)

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  • The child should be transported in a crib

- If transported via crib, the side rails must be up

148
Q

Which of the following can be transmitted via infected blood? (2)

149
Q

Organize the Cycle of Infection components

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  • Infectious organism
  • Reservoir of infection
  • Portal of exit
  • Susceptible host
  • Portal of entry
  • Mode of transportation
150
Q

Methods of sterilization include (2)

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  • Steam under pressure

- Ethylene oxide

151
Q

The most frequently used intravenous injection site, which is an anastomosis between other veins, is the

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Median Cubital Vein

152
Q

When a radiographer is obtaining patient history, both subjective and objective data should be obtained. An example of subjective data is that

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The patient states that he or she experiences extreme pain in the upright position

153
Q

Therapeutic communication techniques include all of the following (3)

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  • Making observation
  • Restating the main idea
  • Establishing guidelines
154
Q

Which of the following is the first step to be taken in the performance of a radiographic examination?

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Verify patient identity

155
Q

What document describes the minimally acceptable professional conduct for those certified by the ARRT?

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Rules of Ethics

156
Q

The request for imaging services for hospital patients generally includes which of the following information (3)

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  • Patient name and/or ID number
  • Mode of travel to imaging department
  • Name of referring physician
157
Q

The legal document or individual authorized to make an individual’s health care decisions, should the individual be unable to make them for himself or herself, is the (3)

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  • Advance health care directive
  • Living will
  • Health care proxy
158
Q

What is the most frequently used device to supplement the oxygen in room air?

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Nasal cannula

159
Q

Suction may be required when the patient (3)

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  • Has excessive or very viscous secretions
  • Is unconscious
  • Experiences ineffective coughing
160
Q

Instruments used to assess vital signs include (3)

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  • A stethoscope
  • A sphygmomanometer
  • A watch with a second hand
161
Q

Examples of central venous catheters (CVCs) include the (4)

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  • Port-A-Cath
  • Raaf
  • PICC
  • Hickman
162
Q

Pacemakers are most often used to treat

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Bradycardia

163
Q

Which of the following drugs is used to treat dysrhythmias?

164
Q

In which of the following situations should a radiographer wear protective eye gear (goggles)? (2)

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  • When assisting the radiologist during an angiogram

- When assisting the radiologist in a biopsy/aspiration procedure

165
Q

A medication used to reduce fever is called

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Antipyretic

Lange Rad Exam - V12 (5 decks)

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