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1
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One reason for client / patient teaching is to inform the client / patient of the
reason for the test and what to expect

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2
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Client / patient teaching during a diagnostic test allows for an explanation of
what occurs during the procedure.

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T

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3
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One purpose of client / patient (or family) teaching after diagnostic testing is
to inform the patient of signs and symptoms that should be reported
immediately to the practitioner / doctor.

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T

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4
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Biopsy means:

a. removal and examination of tissue from dead patients
b. removal and examination of tissue from living patients
c. examination of dead tissue
d. viewing a person’s life

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B

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5
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Biopsies can be done:

a. only on the skin
b. only on internal organs
c. on any part of the body
d. on the prostate and breast only

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C

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6
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Ultrasound generally
a. is an invasive test that uses high-frequency sounds waves.
b. uses a small device called a transfuser, which is placed against the skin near the organ
being examined.
c. is a non-invasive test that uses high-frequency sound waves.
d. is more expensive than the use of a CT Scan.

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C

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7
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The purpose of preparing a client / patient for diagnostic testing is to…
• indicate why the test is being performed
• indicate what the patient can expect
• indicate the outcomes and side effects of the test
• decrease the client’s / patient’s anxiety about the test and the associated risk.
I. two of the above
II. three of the above
III. all of the above

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C

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8
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One of the cornerstones of standard precautions is hand washing.

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T

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9
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Needlesticks are common among Health Care Workers. Disposing of all
sharp equipment should be in puncture-resistant containers

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T

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10
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Contact precautions may be used in addition to Standard Precautions for
various ailments and visitors should report to the nurse before entering

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T

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11
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A ‘scope’ is an instrument used for audio examination

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F

visual examination

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12
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COPD is an abbreviation for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

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13
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While referencing your textbook readings outlined in Module 1, you will
have come across the abbreviation of ‘CAD’ which means Computer Aided
Design.

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F

Coronary Artery Disease

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14
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Range of motion is identified by the abbreviation of ROM.

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15
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Pupils equal, round, reactive to light, and accommodation is written using
the abbreviation of PERRLA

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T

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16
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The following are all methods of taking biopsies except:

a. excisional biopsy
b. fine needle aspiration
c. needle biopsy
d. incisional biopsy
e. endoscopic biopsy
f. breast biopsy

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F

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17
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An MRI is:

a. Magnetic Revision of Images
b. Magnetic Resonance Imaging
c. Magnified Resonance Imaging
d. Magnified Revision of Images

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B

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18
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An MRI:

a. takes random images of the body
b. allows the body to become magnetic for the use of x-rays
c. takes images that are created by the magnetic characteristics of the body tissues.
d. is less effective than a CT Scan.

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C

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A CT Scan

a. stands for Computed Tomography Scan or Computerized Tomography Scan.
b. stands for Calculated Topography Scan or Computerized Topography Scan.
c. stands for CalculatedTomography Scan
d. stands for Calibrated Topography Scan

A

A

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20
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A CT Scan, even though excellent for some situations, according to the lectures,

a. is less reliable than an MRI, in certain situations.
b. more reliable than an MRI, in certain situations.
c. just as effective as an MRI for all situations.
d. there is no difference between the two

A

A

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21
Q

HCW (Health Care Workers) have an occupational exposure to blood borne
and other pathogens - even when using standard precautions.

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T

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22
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Urine specimens should be collected in a clean container, which is then
placed in a plastic bio-hazard bag for transport to the laboratory.

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T

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23
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There is an increasing occurrence of latex allergies among Health Care Workers and, because of
this, newer recommendations are being considered. Choose the correct recommendation…
a. Health Care Workers will no longer wear gloves
b. Health Care Workers will provide their own gloves
c. latex-free gloves will be used
d. the latex allergies are not important - and Health Care Workers are still required to wear the
latex gloves.

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C

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24
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The difference between a normal x-ray and a nuclear scan is the
radioactive substance injected into the area in question during the nuclear
scan.

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T

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25
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Nuclear scan images will detect radiation in parts of the body

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T

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26
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Stress Exercise determines the cause of syncope in a client or patient

A

F

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27
Q

The puncture site after Cardiac Catheterization may show signs of bleeding
and hematoma

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T

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28
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Controlled hypertension is a reason why Arteriography should not be done

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F

Uncontrolled hypertension

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29
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Arteriogram is a radiographic picture of an artery

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T

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30
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Electrocardiography tests the electrical output of the heart

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T

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31
Q

Testing for Apolipoprotein shows that elevated levels of apolipoproteins
may be found with angina pectoris

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T

32
Q

During Cardiac Catheterization (as specified in the textbook for this course)
a long, slim, hollow catheter is threaded into an artery or vein in the upper
groin or neck

A

F

groin or arm

33
Q

General anesthetic is given at the venipuncture site for Angiography

A

F

Local anesthetic is given at the veinpuncture site

34
Q

Fluoroscopy allows the examiner to watch movement in the area being
filmed while the test is in progress

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T

35
Q

A Cardiac Nuclear Scan provides information regarding the location and
extent of myocardial ischemia

A

T

36
Q

Holter monitoring can also be called Ambulatory Monitoring

A

T

37
Q

Accidental perforation of a vessel is never a risk of Angiography

A

F

38
Q

Contrast medium is injected through a catheter during Angiography

A

T

39
Q

Cardiac Catheterization helps evaluate coronary occlusions and the degree
of blockage

A

T

40
Q

Carotid Doppler examines the arteries supplying the brain

A

T

41
Q

Coronary ultrasonography is the removal of fluid from the pericardial sac.

A

F

42
Q

The only possible complication of the Cardiac Isoenzyme test is infection at
the venipuncture site

A

F

Bleeding and Bruising are also complications

43
Q

An Angiogram allows for visualization of vessels

A

T

44
Q

A burning sensation may be felt, for a few seconds, behind the eyes during
injection of the contrast medium during Angiography

A

T

45
Q

Arteriography can be used to diagnose aneurysms

A

T

46
Q

Pulmonary Artery Catheterization measures the pumping ability of the
lungs

A

F

of the heart

47
Q

Plethysmography calculates changes in the size of blood vessels

A

T

48
Q

Venography produces an x-ray of the venous system

A

T

49
Q

Holter Monitoring enables continuous recording of the client’s cardiac
electrical activity on tape

A

T

50
Q

Angiograms are performed when vessels in a specific organ or vascular
area need to be visualized

A

T

51
Q

Estrogen is a hormone that is made in the testes

A

T

52
Q

Glucose Tolerance Test measures the blood glucose levels after
administration of an oral protein challenge

A

F

carbohydrate challenge

53
Q

Clients / patients are instructed to eat adequate amounts of carbohydrates
for 3 days before a Glucose Tolerance Test

A

T

54
Q

Glucose Blood testing (fasting) measures the blood glucose level after an
18 hour fast

A

F

12 hour fast

55
Q

Glucose Blood testing is a fast way to diagnose hypoglycemia or
hyperglycemia

A

T

56
Q

Parathyroid Scan detects abnormalities of the thyroid and surrounding
structures

A

F

parathyroid and surrounding structures

57
Q

Progesterone testing measures the level of serum testosterone

A

F

level of serum progesterone

58
Q

Progesterone is produced by the ovary, placenta, and adrenals of the
female.

A

T

59
Q

Insulin is a hormone that is secreted normally in response to decreased or
lowered blood glucose

A

F

response to increased or elevated blood glucose

60
Q

When blood for insulin is collected, do not agitate the tube as this may
cause red blood cell hemolysis (destruction

A

T

61
Q

The Endocrine glands send secretions to the outside of the body

A

F

The Exocrine glands

62
Q

When a urine test for cortisol is done, the urine must be kept cool during the
collection to make sure that higher temperatures do not alter the results

A

T

63
Q

After an Adrenal Gland Scan, there is no need for the patient / client to
wash hands after voiding or bowel movements

A

F

64
Q

Adrenal Gland Scan helps to localize the position of a tumour

A

T

65
Q

Estrogen testing will show that estrogen levels greatly increase during
pregnancy and menopause

A

F

greatly decrease

66
Q

Growth Hormone test is used to diagnose gigantism in children

A

T

67
Q

Growth Hormone test diagnoses acromegaly in children

A

F

in adults

68
Q

Octreotide Scan identifies staging in patients / clients with Hodgkin
Disease.

A

T

69
Q

During the Test for Octreotide Scan, the patient may be given a high protein
meal 2 hours after the injection

A

F

given a high fatty meal

70
Q

During Octreotide Scan, the patient will experience severe pain

A

F

71
Q

The patient is directed not to take thyroid medication for 6 days prior to
having a test for Thyroid Antibodies

A

F

thyroid medication may be with held for 4-6 weeks prior to testing

72
Q

A thyroid biopsy is most often used to diagnose thyroid cancer

A

T

73
Q

One of the tests done in Thyroid Function is TSH. This specific test
measures thyroid-stimulating hormone in the serum

A

T

74
Q

Thyroid Scans are used to evaluate the size, shape, function, and location
of adrenal glands

A

F

location of the thyroid gland

75
Q

The thyroxine test is a diagnostic for hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism and
is a way to monitor thyroid replacement therapy or antithyroid drugs

A

T

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