module 3

Question 1

recognize personal cleanliness habits of an END technologist,

Answer 1

1) Hands should be washed thoroughly before and after every contact with patient.
2) Long or unruly hair should be tied or pinned back.
3) Heavy perfumes or colognes should be avoided.
4) Nails should be trimmed and clean. Nail polish is prohibited, especially in the OR.
5) Ties and sashes should be well secured to prevent flapping over the patient.
6) Excessive jewelry should be avoided, especially long necklaces and jangling
bracelets.
7) A clean and pressed uniform that fits appropriately should be worn. Where white
shoes are worn, they should be cleaned regularly.
8) Nylon uniforms, slips and shirts should be avoided because they accumulate static
charges. Such material is not permitted in ORs.
9) A name badge should be worn at all times.

Question 2

discuss why a procedure room should be clean,

Answer 2

1) The procedure room should be immaculate. This includes the floor, counter tops,
sink and chair or stretcher.
2)) Avoid clutter. Stacks of paper or junk will give the appearance of a disorganized
confused environment and does not promote confidence.
3) The room should be quiet, no phones ringing or people going in and out during the
test. If necessary, a sign can be placed on the outside of the door that says, “quiet
please, testing in progress”. Soft music or relaxation sounds (rain, ocean, waterfalls)
should be played.
4) Try to keep “medical” looking things in drawers or cabinets instead of sitting out.
5) Anything that touches the patient should be kept clean such as: the measuring tape,
hairclips, bed linens and electrodes

Question 3

discuss why a procedure room should be quiet

Answer 3

The room should be quiet, no phones ringing or people going in and out during the
test. If necessary, a sign can be placed on the outside of the door that says, “quiet

Question 4

discuss why a tech should not make comments to the patient about their history

Answer 4

When taking a history from the patient, never comment on their meds or whether you
agree or disagree with their course of treatment or tests that have been ordered.

Question 5

explain what things we do to make children more comfortable

Answer 5

1) Speak to the patient in a soft relaxing tone. Smile and make good eye contact. Greet
the patient cheerfully and call them by their name. Always tell the patient your first
name.
2) Make the patient as comfortable as possible.
3) Explain the procedure clearly and slowly. Do not use long complicated words or
medical jargon.
7) When taking a history from the patient, never comment on their meds or whether you
agree or disagree with their course of treatment or tests that have been ordered.
8) Explain all activation procedures slowly and carefully to the patient. Give a
demonstration if possible. Explain any side effects they may experience because of
the activation procedure such as light-headedness with HV and spot in front of their
eyes with PS.

Question 6

list the protocol for what to do when a patient has a seizure in your presence and

Answer 6

Check hand out

Question 7

state why equipment in ICU & bandages cannot be removed without the patient’s nurse’s help.

Answer 7

1) Do not leave the patient under any circumstances. Call out to another staff member if
you can.
2) Do not turn the EEG computer off under any circumstances.
3) Document the entire seizure as it happens on the EEG. Note any clinical
manifestations of the seizure, the time, and the duration.
4) Be certain the patient has a clear airway.
5) Get anything out of the patient’s way that they might hit and cause injury to
themselves. (the photic lamp, the jack box…)
6) Do not try to pry open the mouth in an attempt to insert a gag or padded tongue blade.
This may loosen or break teeth and cause more harm than a bitten tongue.