Patient Care Final Exam Flashcards by Tanner Heafner

The radiographer received an unconscious patient from a motor vehicle accident. As you perform the examination it is important that you:

a.) refer to the patient by name
b.) make only those statements that you would make with a concious patient
c.) reassure the patient about what you are doing
d.) address the patient as honey, sweetie or baby

a.) refer to the patient by name
b.) make only those statements that you would make with a consious patient
c.) reassure the patient about what you are doing

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

a.) the patient appears to have a productive cough
b.) the patient has blood pressure of 130/95
c.) the patient has a palpable mass in the right upper quadrant of the left breast
d.) the patient states that he experiences extreme pain in the upright position

d.) the patient states that he experiences extreme pain in the upright position

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Which of the following would be considered as forms of intentional misconduct include? Choose all that apply.

a.) slander
b.) negligence
c.) invasion of privacy
d.) battery

a.) slander
b.) invasion of privacy

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In which of the following situation should a radiographer and/or student wear protective eye wear? Choose all that apply.

a.) when assisting the radiologist during an angiogram
b.) when performing an UGI radiography examination
c.) when assisting the radiologist in a biopsy/aspiration procedure
d.) during routine radiographic exam

a.) when assisting the radiologist during an angiogram
c.) when assisting the radiologist in a biopsy/aspiration procedure

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A radiohrapher who discloses confidential information to unauthorized individuals may be found guilty of

a.) slander
b.) invasion of privacy
c.) libel
d.) defamation

b.) invasion of privacy

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Chest drainage systems (chest tubes) should always be kept

a.) above the patients chest
b.) at the level of the patients chest
c.) below the level of the patient chest
d.) none of the above the position of the chest drainage system is not important

c.) below the level of the patients chest

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You recieve a patient who is complaing of pain in their left hand, however, the requisition states right foot. What should you do?

a.) perform the right foot
b.) perform the left hand
c.) perform the hand and foot
d.) check with the referring physician

d.) check with the referring physician

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Instruments required to assess vital signs include:

a.) thermometer
b.) tongue blade
c.) watch with second hand
d.) blood pressure cuff and sphygmomanometer

a.) thermometer
c.) watch with second hand
d.) blood pressure cuff and sphygmomanometer

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The medical abbreviation meaning three times a day is:

a.) tid
b.) qid
c.) qh
d.) pc

a.) tid

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An ambulatory patient is one who:

a.) is unable to walk
b.) has difficulty breathing
c.) is able to walk
d.) arrives by ambulance

c.) is able to walk

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All of the following statements regarding oxygen delivery are true, except:

a.) oxygen is a drug and must be prescribed by a physician
b.) rate of delivery must be part of the physicians order for oxygen
c.) oxygen may be ordered continuously or as needed
d.) none of the above atatements are true

a.) oxygen is a drug and must be prescribed by a physicaian
b.) rate of delivery must be part of the physicians order for oxygen
c.) oxygen may be ordered continuously or as needed

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Which of the following medical equipment is used to determine blood pressure? Choose all that apply.

a.) stethoscope
b.) sphygmomanometer
c.) pulse oximeter
d.) EKG lead

a.) stethoscope
b.) syphgmonoameter

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A diuretic is used to:

a.) induce vomiting
b.) promote elimination of urine
c.) stimulate defacation
d.) inhibit coughing

b.) promote elimination of urine

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Which of the following are symptoms of shock? Choose all that apply.

a.) pallor
b.) weakness
c.) increased pulse rate
d.) fever

a.) pallor
b.) weakness
c.) increased pulse rate

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Which of the following legal phrases defines a circumstance in which both health care providers and the patients actions contributed to an injurous outcome?

a.) intentional misconduct
b.) gross negligence
c.) contributory negligence
d.) slander

c.) contributory negligence

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In order for the chain of infection to be transmitted there must be: Choose all that apply

a.) host
b.) infectious microorganism
c.) mode of transmission
d.) resevoir

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Pulmonary fibrosis can result from the inhalation of dist particles, this is characteristics of:

a.) cystic fibrosis
b.) chronic asthma
c.) pneumoconosis
d.) pleural effusion

c.) pneumoconosis

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Touching of a patient without permission is termed:

a.) battery
b.) malpractive
c.) assault
d.) felony

a.) battery

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When radiographing the elderly, it is helpful to: Choose all that apply

a.) move quickly
b.) address them by their full name
c.) speak softly
d.) give straight forward instructions

b.) address them by their full name
d.) give straight forward instructions

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Physical changes characteristics of gerontologic patients usually include: Choose all that apply

a.) loss of bone calcium
b.) loss of hearing
c.) loss of mental alertness
d.) loss of muscle

a.) loss of bone calcium

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The legal doctrine res ispa loquitor means which of the following?

a.) let the master answer
b.) the thing speaks for itself
c.) a thing or matter settled by justice
d.) a matter settled by precedent

b.) the thing speaks for itself

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The medical abbreviation meaning every hour is:

a.) tid
b.) qid
c.) pc
d.) qh

d.) qh

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A patient whose systolic blood pressure is less than 90 mmHg is usually considered:

a.) hypertensive
b.) hypotensive
c.) average/normal
d.) baseline

b.) hypotensive

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While in your care for a radiologic procedure, a patient asks to see his chart. Which of the following is the approproate response?

a.) inform the patient that the chart is for health care providers to view, not the patient
b.) inform the patient you do not know where the chart is
c.) inform the patient that he/she has the right to see their chart, but they should request to review it with their physician , so that is can properly be interpreted
d.) give the patient the chart and leave him alone to review it

c.) inform the patient that he/she has the right to see their chart but they should request to review it with their doctor so that it can properly be interpreteed

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Which of the following conditions must be met in order for patient consent to be valid? Choose all that apply. a.) The patient must sign the consent form before receiving sedation b.) the physician named on the consent form must perform the exam c.) all blanks on the consent form must be filled in before the patient signs the form d.) consent form must be signed by radiologist only

a.) the patient must sign the consent form before recieving sedation b.) the physician named on the consent form must perform the exam c.) all blanks on the consent form must be filled in before the patient signs the form

When radiographing young children, it is helpful to: Choose all that apply. a.) let them bring a toy or blanket b.) tell them it will not hurt c.) be cheerful and unhurried d.) speak loud

a.) let them bring a toy or blanket c.) be cheerful and unhurried

Hypochloride bleach (clorox) and lysol are examples of: a.) antiseptics b.) bacteriostatics c.) antifungal agents d.) disinfectants

d.) disinfectants

The radiographer must perform which of the following procedures prior to entering a correct isolation room with a portable unit? Choose all that apply. a.) gown b.) gloves c.) mask and cap d.) clean portable before entering the room

a.) gown b.) gloves c.) mask and cap

The pulse can be checked only by the use of a stethoscope in which of the following locations ? a.) wrist b.) groin c.) neck d.) apex of the heart

d.) apex of the heart

Which of the following sites are commonly used for an intravenous injection? Choose all that apply. a.) popiteal vein b.) basilic vein c.) antecubutal vein d.) carotid

b.) basilic vein c.) antecubutal vein

According to the CDC all of the following precaution guidelines are true, except: a.) pateints under MRSA precautions require a negative pressure room b.) airborne precautions require that the patient wear a mask c.) masks are indicated when caring for patients on MRSA precautions d.) gloves are indicated when caring for a patient on droplet precautions

a.) patient under MRSA precautions require a negative pressure room

If an emergency trauma patient experiences hemmorhaging from an open wound, the radiographer should: a.) apply pressure at the bleeding site b.) apply bandage and complete the examination c.) call the emergency department for assistance d.) continure on with the exam

c.) call the emergency department for assistance

Log rolling is a method of moving patients with suspected: a.) head trauma b.) bowel obstuction c.) spinal injury d.) extremity fracture

c.) spinal injury

Ingestion of a gas producing crystals is usually preliminary to which of the following examinations? a.) oral cholecystogram b.) intravenous urogram c.) double contrast UGI d.) abdominal series

c.) double contrst UGI

Freely discussing a patients confidential medical information with no unauthorized person is: a.) invasion of privacy b.) negligence c.) misconduct d.) defamation of character

a.) invasion of privacy

Factors that are important to evaluate when selecting contrast media include: Choose all that apply. a.) miscibility b.) potential toxicity c.) viscosity d.) cost

a.) miscibility b.) potential toxicity c.) viscosity

The condition of slow heart rate, below 60 beats per minute is termed: a.) bradycardia b.) hyperthermia c.) hypothermia d.) hypoxia

a.) bradycardia

Which of the following radiographic procedures requires an intrathecal injection? a.) intravenous pyelodgram (IVP) b.) Myelogram c.) lymphogram d.) computed tomography (CT)

b.) myelogram

UGI series has been requested on a patient with a suspected perforated ulcer, the type of contrast media that should be used is: a.) thin barium sulfate suspension b.) thick barium sulfate suspension c.) water soluble iodonated media d.) oil based iodinated media

c.) water soluable iodinated media

A patient is experiencing an episode of syncope which of the following positions should they be placed in? a.) dorsal recumbent with head elevated b.) dorsal recumbent with feet elevated c.) lateral recumbent d.) seated with feet supported

b.) dorsal recumbent with feet elevated

Which of the following chemical substances that are used to kill pathogenic bacteria are called? Choose all that apply. a.) germicides b.) disinfectants c.) antiseptics d.) betadine

a.) germicides b.) disinfectants

When caring for a patient with an IV, the radiographer should keep the medication a.) 28 to 30 inches below the level of the vein b.) 28 to 30 inches above the level of the vein c.) 18 to 20 inches below the level of the vein d.) 18 to 20 inches above the level of the vein

d.) 18 to 20 inches above the level of the vein

An esophagram might be requested for patients with which of the following esophageal disorders/symptoms? Choose all that apply. a.) varcies b.) achlasia c.) dysphasia d.) renal bleeding

a.) varcies b.) achlasia c.) dysphasia

The usual patient preperation for an UGI exam is: a.) light breakfast only on the morning of the exam b.) NPO 8 hours before the exam c.) clear fluids only the morning of the exam d.) 2 ounces castor oil and enemas until clear

b.) NPO 8 hours before the exam

Which of the following may be used to effectly reduce the viscosity of contrast media? a.) refrigeration b.) warming c.) stored at room temperature d.) stored in a cool dry pace

b.) warming

All of the following statement regarding handwashing and skin care are correct. Chosoe all that apply. a.) hands should be washed after each patient examination b.) faucets should be opened and closed with paper towels c.) hands should be smooth and free of chapping d.) any cracks or abrasions should be left uncovered to heal

a.) hands should be washed after each patient examination b.) faucets should be opened and closed with paper towels c.) hands should be smooth and free of chapping

Which of the following is a violation of correct sterile technique? a.) gowns are considered sterile in the front down to the waist, including arms b.) sterile gloves must be kept above the waist level c.) people dressed in sterile attire should pass face to face d.) a sterile field should not be left unattended

c.) people dressed in sterile attire should pass face to face

According to the term medical asepsis means to completely destorys all microorganism. a.) true b.) false

b.) false

Which of the following should be used to disinfect the area after a blood spill? a.) soap and water b.) one part alcohol to ten parts water c.) betadine solution d.) one part bleach to ten parts water

d.) one part bleach to ten parts water

When disposing of contaminated needles, they are placed in a special container using what procedure? a.) recap needle, remove the syringe, and dispose of the needle b.) do not recap needle, remove the syringe and dispose of the needle c.) recap the needle and dispose of the entiresyringe d.) do not recap the syringe/needle and dispose of the entire syringe

d.) do not recap the syringe/needle and dispose of the entire syringe

All drug packages must provide certain information required by US food and drug administration some of the information that must be provided includes: Choose all that apply. a.) generic name b.) brand name c.) contradictions d.) the usual dose

a.) generic name c.) contraindictions d.) the usual dose

A radiologic technologists can be found guilty of a tort in which of the following situations? a.) failure to sheild a patient of childbearing age from unnessesary radiation b.) performed the exam on a patient who has refused the examination c.) discussing a patients condition with a third party d.) none of the above are a tort

a.) failure to sheild a patient of childbearing age from unnessesary radiation b.) performed the exam on a patient who has refused the examination c.) discussing a patients condition with a third party

The type of shock assocaited with pooling of blood in the peripheal vessels is classified as: a.) septic b.) hypoovolemic c.) neurogenic

c.) neurogenic

A small bottle containing a single dose of medication is termed: a.) a vial b.) an ampule c.) a bolus d.) drip infusion

b.) an ampule

Because of medicolegal considerations, radiographic images are required to include all of the following information except: a.) a right and left marker b.) the date of the examination c.) the patients name/ identification number d.) the patients date of birth

d.) the patients date of birth

If a patient is left unattended and the patient falls off the radiographic table, the radiographer could be sued for: a.) battery b.) negligence c.) felony d.) assault

b.) negligence

The chemical agent alcohol can be used effectively as an: a.) germicide b.) disinfectant c.) antiseptic d.) antibiotic

c.) antiseptic

A/an _________ occurs when a patient believes that he or she has been threatened in such a way that the person has reason to fear or expect immediate bodily harm. a.) defamation b.) assault c.) tort d.) battery

b.) assault

When performing CPR on an infant, it is required that the number of compressions per minute, compared to that for an adult. a.) remains the same b.) double c.) increases d.) decreases

a.) remains the same

Protective or reverse isolation is required in which of the following conditions? choose all that apply. a.) TB b.) common cold c.) burns d.) leukemia

c.) burns d.) leukemia

The heimlich maneuver is used if a patient is in caridac arrest. a.) true b.) false

b.) false

The most effective method of sterilization is: a.) pasteurization b.) freezing c.) dry heat d.) moist heat

d.) moist heat

During a grand mal seizure the patient should be: a.) placed in a semiupright position to prevent aspiration of vomitus b.) allowed to thrash freely c.) given a sedative to reduce jerky body movements and reduce the possibility of injury d.) protected from injury

d.) protected from injury

Folloing a barium enema (BE) examination, the patient should be given which of the following post instructions? Choose all that apply. a.) contact physicain if no bowel movement in 12 hours b.) changes in stool color until all brium has been evacuated c.) increase fluid intake for several days d.) contact physicain if no bowel movement in 24 hours

b.) changes in stool color until all barium has been evacuated c.) increase fluid intake for several days d.) contact physicain if no bowel movement in 24 hours

The complete killing of all microorganisms is termed: a.) surgical asepsis b.) medical asepsis c.) sterilization d.) disinfection

c.) sterilization

With a patient suffering abdominal pain, it is frequently helpful to: CHoose all that apply. a.) elevate head, slightly with pillows b.) perform exam in trendelenburg position c.) place support under patients knees d.) have patient lay on right side

a.) elevate head slightly with pillows c.) place support under patients knees

In what order should the following exams be performed? 1.) ugi 2.) ivp 3.) be a.) 3,1,2 b.) 1,3,2 c.) 2,1,3 d.)2,3,1

c.) 2,1,3

Abnormal accumulation of airin pulmonary tissues, resulting in overdistenaton of the alveolar spaces is: a.) emphysema b.) pneumothorax c.) emphyema d.) pneumonia

a.) emphysema

A nosocomial infection is a: a.) infection aquired at a large gatehring b.) upper respiratory infection c.) type of rhinitis d.) infection acquired at a hospital

d.) infection acquired at a hospital

Which of the following exams require restictions of the patients diet? Choose all that apply. a.) UGI b.) pyelogram c.) abdominal survey d.) bone survey

a.) UGI b.) pyelogram

The proper way of opening a sterile package is: a.) top flap should be opened toward the oersin opening the sterile tray b.) never put on sterile gloves c.) top flap should be opened away from the person setting up the sterile tray d.) sterile gloves should always be used to open up a sterilization

c.) top flap shoudl be opened away from the person setting up the sterile tray

Radiographs are the property of the a.) radiologist b.) patient c.) hosputal d.) referrring physician

c.) hospital

Which of the following drugs is considered a bronchodilator: a.) epinephrine b.) lidocaine c.) nitroglycerin d.) verapamil

a.) epinephrine

The pain experienced by an individual whose coronary arteries are not conveying suffecient blood to the heart is called: a.) tachycardia b.) bradycardia c.) syncope d.) angina pectoris

d.) angina pectoris

An diabetic patient who is prepared for a fasting radiographic exam is susceptible to hypoglycemic reaction. This is characterized by: Choose all that apply. a.) shaking b.) nervousness c.) cold, clammy skin d.) cyanosis

a.) shaking b.) nervousness c.) cold, clammy skin

The medical term for congential clubfoot is: a.) coxa plana b.) osteochondritis c.) muscular dystrophy d.) talipes

d.) talipes

In classifying intravenous contrast agent the total number of dissolved particles in solution per kilogram of water defines: a.) miscibility b.) toxicity c.) viscosity d.) osmoality

d.) osmoality

An inanimate object that has beeen in contact with an infectious microorganisms is termed a: a.) vector b.) host c.) fomite d.) resevoir

c.) fomite

You have encountered a person who is apparently unconcious. ALthough you open his/her airway, there is no rise and fall of the chest, and you can hear no breath sounds. You should: a.) proceed with heimlich maneuver b.) begine xternal chest compressions at a rate of 80 to 100 per minute c.) begin mouth to mouth rescue breathing giving two full breaths d.) begin external chest compressions at a rate of at least 100 per minute

c.) begin mouth to mouth rescue breathing giving two full breaths

Skin discoloration due to cyanosis may be observed in the: Choose all that apple. a.) gums b.) nailbeds c.) thorax d.) foot

a.) gums b.) nailbeds

Which of the following imaging procedures do not require the use of ionizing radiation to produce an image? Choose all that apply. a.) sonography/ultrasound b.) MRI c.) CT d.) diagnostic radiology

a.) sonography/ultrasound b.) MRI

An informed consent is required before performing which of the following exams? a.) lower GI (BE) b.) UGI c.) sialogram d.) renal arteriogram

d.) renal arteriogram

A vasodialator would most likely be used for a.) cardiac arrest b.) angina c.) bradycardia d.) antihistamine

b.) angina

Symptoms associated with a respiratory reaction to contrast media include: Choose all that apply. a.) sneezing b.) dyspnea c.) asthma attack d.) seizures

a.) sneezing b.) dyspnea c.) asthma attack

An MRI procedure is contraindictated for a patient having: a.) subdural bleeding b.) dental fillings c.) herniated discs d.) aneurysm clips

d.) aneurysm clips

A patient developed hives several minutes after injection of an iodinated contrast media. What type of drug should be readily available? a.) analgesic b.) anti inflammatory c.) antibiotic d.) antihistamine

d.) antihistamine

Barium swallow is another term used for esophagram. a.) true b.) false

a.) true

Examples of nasogastric (NG) tubes include: Choose all that apply. a.) salem sump b.) levin c.) et endotracheal tube d.) swan ganz

a.) salem sump b.) levin d.) swan ganz

A person must be informed of the reason for restraint and the possible risks if restraints are not used after the restraints have been applied. a.) true b.) false

b.) false

Which of the following conditions is a double contrast BE essential for demonstration of the condition? Choose all that apply. a.) polyps b.) diverticultis c.) colitis d.) bowel obstruction

a.) polyps c.) colitis

Which of the following parenteral routes is most often used for administration of contrast media in the radiology department? a.) subcutaneous b.) intramuscular c.) intradermal d.) intravenous

d.) intravenous

A nasogastric (NG) tube is placed through the nasopharynx into the: a.) stomach b.) small intestine c.) large intestine d.) lungs

a.) stomach

A patient in a recumbent position with teh head lower than the feet is said to be in which of the following positions? a.) fowlers b.) trendelenburg c.) sims d.) lateral

b.) trendelenburg

Which of the following radiographic examination is a consetn form usually required? a.) UGI b.) skeletal survey c.) small bowel follow through d.) angiogram

d.) angiogram

Which term applies when a patient is injured through no fault of his or her own while in the complete control of another? a.) corporate liability b.) respondeat superior c.) res ispa loquitor d.) none of the above

c.) res ispa loquitor

After reviewing a patients blood chemistry which of the following blood urea ntrogen (BUN) ranges is considered normal? a.) 0.5 to 1.5 mg/100ml b.) 4.5 to 6 mg/100ml c.) 8 to 25 mg/100ml d.) uo to 50 mg/100ml

c.) 8 to 25 mg/100ml

What is the most common means of spreading infection? a.) improperly disposed of contaminated waste b.) improperly sterilized instruments c.) soiled linen d.) human hands

d.) human hands

When reveiwing patient blood chemistry levels, what is considered the normal creatinine range? a.) 0.6 to 1.5 mg/100ml b.) 4.5 to 6 mg/100ml c.) 8 to 25 mg/100ml d.) up to 50 mg/100ml

a.) 0.6 to 1.5 mg/100ml

Chemical substances that inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms without necessary killing them are called: a.) germicides b.) antisecptics c.) disinfectants d.) betadine

b.) antiseptics

The term surgical asepsis means microorganisms will only be reduced. a.) true b.) false

b.) false

Which of the following are possible side effects of an iodinated contrast media that is administered intravenously include all of the following except? Choose all that apply. a.) hypotension b.) a warm feeling c.) altered taste d.) nausea

b.) a warm feeling c.) altered taste d.) nausea

Blood pressure may stated as 120/95. what does 95 represent? Choose all that apply. a.) the phase of contraction of the cardiac muscle tissue b.) the phase of relaxation of the cardiac muscle tissue c.) a higher than average diastolic pressure d.) normal blood pressure range

b.) the phase of relaxation of the cardiac muscle tissue c.) a higher than average diastolic pressure

Esophagram is another term for UGI. a.) true b.) false

b.) false

You recieve an ambulatory patient for a UGI series. As the patient is seated on the radiographic table he feels faint. You should: choose all that apply. a.) lay the patient down on the radiographic table b.) leave patient quickly and call for help c.) elevate the patients legs or place the table slightly trendelenburg d.) place the patient in fowlers position

a.) lay the patient down on the radiographic table c.) elevate the patients legs or place the table slightly trendelburg

Which of the following are examples of COPD? Choose all that apply. a.) bronchitis b.) pulmonary emphysema c.) dysphagia d.) asthma

a.) bronchitis b.) pulmonary emphysema d.) asthma

Which of the following is not an example of an NG tube? a.) levin b.) salem sump c.) foley d.) cantor

c.) foley

When a patient arrives in the radiology department with a urinary foley catheter bag. It is important to: a.) place drainage bag above the level of the bladder b.) place the bag at the level of the bladder c.) clamp the foley catheter d.) place the drainage bag below the level of the bladder

d.) place the drainage bag below the level of the bladder

Rapid onset of severe respiratory or cardiovascular symptoms after ingestion or injection of a drug, vaccination, contrast agents, food or after insect bite best describes: a.) asthma b.) anaphylaxis c.) myocardial infarction d.) rhinitis

b.) anaphylaxis

Diseases whose mode of transmission is through the air include: Choose all that apply. a.) TB b.) mumps c.) rubella d.) FLu

a.) TB b.) mumps c.) rubella

A patient who is diaphoretic has: a.) hot, dry skin b.) dialated pupils c.) warm, moist skin d.) pale, cool clammy skin

d.) pale, cool clammy skin

Blood pressure is measured in units of: a.) beats per minute b.) L/min c.) breathes per minute d.) mmHg

d.) mmHg

The advantages of the using nonionic water soulabel contrast media include: Choose all that apply. a.) cost containemnt benefits b.) low toxicity c.) higher toxicity d.) fewer adverse reactions

b.) low toxicity d.) fewer adverese reactions

The medical term for nosebleed is: a.) vertigo b.) epistaxis c.) urticaria d.) aura

b.) epistaxis

Nitroglycerin is used: a.) to prevent a heart attack b.) as a vasocontrictor c.) to relieve pain from angina pectoris d.) to increase blood pressure

c.) to relieve pain from angina pectoris

Medications can be administrated by which of the following routes? Choose all that apply. a.) orally b.) intravenously c.) subcutaneous d.) intramuscualary

a.) orally b.) intravenously d.) intramuscarly

A patient suffering from orthopnea would experience the least discomfort in which body position? a.) fowlers b.) erect c.) trendelenburg d.) recumbent

b.) erect

Anaphylaxis is the term used to describe: a.) an inflammatory reaction b.) allergic shock c.) brochial asthma d.) acute chest pain

b.) allergic shock

Lyme disease is caused by bacteria carried by deer ticks. the tick bite may cause fever, fatigue, and other infection by: a.) droplet contact b.) a vehicle c.) a vector d.) the airbore route

c.) a vector

Symptoms of shock include: Choose all that apply. a.) increased pulse rate b.) restlessness and apprehension c.) rise in blood pressure d.) jerking on both sides of the body

a.) increased pulse rate b.) restlessness and apprehension

Involunatary patient motion can be caused by: Choose all that apply. a.) post traumatic shock b.) medications c.) temperature of the room d.) contrast media

a.) post traumatic shock b.) medications c.) temperature of the room

Of the four stages of infection, which is the stage during which the infection is the most communicable? a.) disease phase b.) incubation period c.) latent period d.) convalescent phase

a.) disease phase

A patient is required to drink barium sulfate in order to demonstrate which of the following structures? a.) pylorus b.) stomach c.) sigmoid d.) duodenum

a.) pylorous b.) stomach d.) duodenum

A quantity of medication introduced intravenously over a period of time is termed a.) an intravenous push b.) a bolus c.) an infusion d.) parenteral

c.) an infusion

Which of the following patients rights is ciolated by discussing privledged patient information with an individual who is not involved with the patients care? a.) the right to considerate and respectful care b.) the right to continuity care c.) the right to privacy d.) the right to slander

c.) the right to privacy

Which ethical principle is related to the theory that patients have the right to decide what will or will not be done to them? a.) autonomy b.) beneficence c.) fidelity d.) verocity

a.) autonomy

Which of the following statements are true regarding the proper care of a patient with a tracheostomy? a.) employ sterile technique if you must touch a tracheostomy for any reason b.) before you suction a trachestomy, the patient should be well aereated c.) never suction for longer than 15 seconds, permitting the aptient to rest in between d.) none of the statements above are true

a.) employ sterile technique if you must touch a tracheostomy for any reason b.) before you suction a trachestomy, the patient should be well aereated c.) never suction for longer than 15 seconds, permitting the patient to rest in between

What type of precautions prevents the spread of infectious agents in aerosol forms? a.) strict isolation b.) protective isolation c.) contact precautions d.) airborne precautions

d.) airborne precautions

Which of the following is a vasopressor and may be used for an anaphylactic reaction or cardiac arrest? a.) nitroglycerin b.) hydrocortisone c.) digitoxin d.) epinephrine

d.) epinephrine

Anaphylactic shock manifests early symptoms that include: Choose all that apply. a.) dysphagia b.) itching of palms and soles of feet c.) altered taste in patients mouth d.) constriction of the throat

b.) itching of palms and soles of feet d.) contriction fo the throat

The diameter of a needle is termed by its: a.) bevel b.) guage c.) hub d.) length

b.) guage

Increased pain threshold, breakdown of skin atrophy of fat pads and sweat glands are all important considerations when working with which group of patients? a.) infants b.) children c.) adolescents d.) geriatric patients

d.) geriatric patients

Intentional or unintentional acts performed by an individual and based on unreasonable conduct are known as: a.) assault and battery b.) misdemeanors c.) torts d.) felonies

c.) torts

The condition that allows blood to shunt between the right and left ventricles is called: a.) patient ductus arteriousus b.) coartitaton of the aorta c.) atrial septal defect d.) ventricular septal defect

d.) ventricular septal defect

Which of the following must be included in the patients medical record or chart? Choose all that apply. a.) diagnostic orders b.) therapuetic orders c.) medical history d.) informed consent

a.) diagnostic orders b.) therapeutic orders c.) medical history d.) informed consent

A/an __________ is a patients claim that he or she has been wronged. a.) defamation b.) assaults c.) tort d,) battery

c.) tort

The normal average rate of respiration for a healthy adult patient is a.) 5 to 7 breathes per minute b.) 8 to 12 breathes per minute c.) 12 to 20 breathes per minute d.) 20 to 30 breathes per minute

c.) 12 to 20 breathes per minute

While performing mobile radiography on a patient, you note the requisition is for a chest xray to check placement of a swan ganz catheter. A swan ganz catheter is a : a.) urinary catheter b.) chest tube c.) pacemaker d.) intravenous catheter

d.) intravenous catheter

The mechanical device used to correct an infectual cardiac rhythym is a: a.) defibillator b.) cardiac monitor c.) crash cart d.) resuscitation bag

a.) defibillator

All of the following statements are true regarding the administration of a barium enema to a patient except: a.) the drainage pouch should be retained unless a fresh one can be provided b.) the colostomy tip or catheter should be selected by radiologist c.) dressing should be remoed and disposed of d.) the patient should be permitted to insert the colostomy tip

a.) the drainage pouch should be retained unless a fresh one can be provided b.) the colostomy tip or catheteer should be selected by radiologist c.) dressing should be removed and disposed of

Which of the following statemetns are true regarding trachestomy patients? Choose all that apply. a.) tracheostomy patients have difficulty speaking b.) a routine chest x ray requires the trachestomy tubing to be rotated out of view c.) audible rattling sounds indicate a need for suctioning d.) radiographer can suction patients

a.) trachestomy patients have difficulty speaking c.) audible rattling sounds indicate a need for suctioning

Which of the following statements are true regarding a two member team performing mobile radiography on a patient with MRSA? Choose all that apply. a.) the same radiographer positions the rube and the patient b.) one radiographer positions the mobile xray tube head and sets the technique c.) dirty radiographer cleans the mobile xray unit d.) pnly one radiographer positions the IR and patient

b.) one radiographer positions the mobile xray tube head and sets the technique d.) only one radiographer positions the IR and patient

The patient placed in the lithotomy position for which of the following procedures? a.) myelography b.) veniography c.) t tube cholangiography d.) (HSG) hysterosalpingogram

d.) HSG hysterosalpingogram

If the radiographer performed a lumbar spine examination on a patient who was supposed to have an elbow exam, which of the followign charges may be brought against the radiographer? a.) assault b.) battery c.) false imprisonmetn d.) defamtion

b.) battery

Which of the following bodily fluids is a potential carrier for HIV? Choose all that apply. a.) semen b.) vaginal secretion c.) blood d.) patients skin

a.) semen b.) vaginal secretions c.) blood

When putting on your first sterile gloves which part of the gloves should always be considered sterile? a.) outside of the cuff b.) inside of the cuff c.) only the part of the gloves that touches your wrist d.) hands are below the waist

a.) outside of the cuff

What is the lefal term for unlawful touching of a person without consent is termed: a.) assault b.) invasion of privacy c.) negligence d.) battery

d.) battery

Sterile technique is required when contrast media agents are administered a.) rectally b.) orally c.) intrathecally d.) though a NG tube

c.) intrathecally

Local anesthetics are likely to be used in all of the following radiographic examinations except: a.) lower extremity arteriography b.) myelography c.) postoperative or T tube cholangiography d.) arthrography

c.) postoperative or T tube cholangiography

An intravenous urogram requires the patient to remain in one position for an extended period of time. What can be done to make the patient as comfortable as possible? Choose all that apply a.) place a radiographic pad on the entire table prior to the start of the examination b.) place a pillow under the patients knees to relieve back pain c.) place patient in fowlers position d.) place pillow under patients head

b.) place a pillow under the patients knees to relieve back pain d.) place a pillow under patient head

If extravasation occurs during an intravenous injection of contrast media correct treatment includes which of the following? Choose all that apply. a.) remove the needle and locate a sturdier vein immediately b.) apply pressure to the vein until bleeding stops c.) apply warm moist pressure d.) remove needle immediately only

b.) apply pressure to the vein until bleeding stops c.) apply warm moist pressure

A drugs chemical name is called its: a.) trade name b.) generic name c.) brand name d.) propietary name

b.) generic name

To reduce the back strain associated with transferring patients from stretcher to radiographic table the radiographer should a.) push the patient b.) hold the patient awy from his or her body and lift c.) bend at the waist d.) pull the patient

d.) pull the patient

When a patient with an arm injury needs help in undressing, the radiographer should a.) remove clothing from the injured arm first b.) always cut clothing away from the injured extremity c.) always remove clothing from left side first d.) remove clothing from the uninjured arm first

d.) remove clothing from the uninjured arm first

Which of the following conditions describes a patient who is unable to breathe easily while in the recumbent position? a.) dyspnea b.) olingopnea c.) apnea d.) orthopnea

d.) orthopnea

Which of the following blood pressure measurements indicates shock? a.) systololic pressure lower than 60 mmhg b.) systolic pressure higher than 140 mmhg c.) diastolic pressure higher than 140 mmgh d.) diastolic pressure lower than 90 mmhg

a.) systolic pressure lower than 60 mmhg

Which of the followign diastolic pressure readings might indicate hypertension? a.) 90 mmhg b.) 70 mmhg c.) 90 mmhg d.) 110 mmhg

d.) 110 mmhg

Guidelines for cleaning contaminated objects or surfaces include: Choose all that apply. a.) clean from most contaminated to the least contaminated area b.) clean in a circular motion c.) clean from top to bottom d.) clean from bottom to top

a.) clean from most contaminated to the leasat contaminated area c.) clean from top to bottom

Where is the sterile corridor located? a.) outiside the surgical suite b.) immediately inside each operating room door c.) at the foot end of the draped patient d.) between the draped patient and the instrument table

d.) between the draped patient and the instrument table

According to the CDC which of the following body fluids should be treated as if they contained pathogenic microorganisms? a.) any fluid containing blood b.) cerebrospinal fluid c.) BE d.) synovial fluid

a.) any fluid containing blood b.) cerebrospinal fluid d.) synovial fluid