RS297: Practice Test #3

In patients who are hyperglycemic: a) None of these b) they typically have a heightened state of alertness c) insulin is required d) the patient requires a simple sugar infusion

c) insulin is required

When comparing hyperglycemia with hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia: a) requires the patient receive a quick form of glucose. b) is typically of rapid onset. c) portrays clinical symptoms of excessive thirst and urination as well as dry mouth. d) indicates a low blood glucose level.

c) portrays clinical symptoms of excessive thirst and urination as well as dry mouth.

When caring for a patient with epistaxis, the patient: a) should sit back with his or her head tilted, and heparin gel should be applied inside the nose. b) should be given an emesis basin and gauze pads. c) should lean forward and pinch their nostrils against the midline septum for several minutes. d) should lie down quickly and tilt his or her head back.

c) should lean forward and pinch their nostrils against the midline septum for several minutes.

When you consider the many organizations that make up the medical imaging profession, it is accurate to conclude that: a) all agencies are accountable to the American College of Radiology. b) the various groups operate independently with minimal cooperation and communication. c) the collective group of agencies are responsible for the accreditation, certification, and representation of the medical imaging profession. d) all of the agencies have a financial focus and interest in the political strength of the profession.

c) the collective group of agencies are responsible for the accreditation, certification, and representation of the medical imaging profession.

For patients coming into the ER with a suspected penetrating abdominal stab wound or gunshot injury, a current Standard or Care is to quickly perform: a) a FAST sonographic scan series b) a STAT MR exam with limited pulsed sequences c) an emergency fluoroscopic study of the abdomen to assess bleeding d) an upright and decubitus abdominal digital radiographs

a) a FAST sonographic scan series

An effective method to handle a patient with an asthmatic attack during a radiographic procedure would be to: a) have the patient sit down and allow the patient to use his or her aerosol inhaler. b) recognize the patient's situation and work faster to get the examination done so they can use their inhaler sooner. c) tell the patient to breathe faster and with less depth to avoid losing consciousness. d) tell the patient to hold his or her breath for 30 seconds to recover.

a) have the patient sit down and allow the patient to use his or her aerosol inhaler.

In providing radiology care to a patient, you observe a colleague accidentally exposing the wrong body part. It appears that he is unaware of the mistake. This action would be considered a(n): a) medical error. b) medical event that would be billed as a separate procedure. c) insignificant patient care event since no visible harm was done. d) true diagnostic accident and not worthy of documentation.

a) medical error.

All of the following are related except: a) quality control inspections (QCI) b) performance improvement (PI) c) continuous quality improvement (CQI) d) total quality management (TQM)

a) quality control inspections (QCI)

The medical term for a temporary suspension of consciousness is: a) syncope b) epistaxis c) vertigo d) aura

a) syncope

To a medical imaging department, the customer could be described as: a) having options for medical care and therefore they can be more selective. b) All of these c) more educated and informed about imaging procedures. d) a referring physician or patient.

b) All of these

Current CPR Guidelines advocate what sequence of CPR steps? a) Being ventilation first followed by compressions and then breathing b) Immediately begin compressions followed by ensuring an airway and ventilation. c) Ensure an airway, followed by breathing and then compressions. d) Blow into the patient's nose or mouth immediately followed by compressions.

b) Immediately begin compressions followed by ensuring an airway and ventilation.

The federal agency that regulates the use of ionizing radiation including medical and nuclear applications is the: a) Radiation Safety Committee. b) Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). c) Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). d) Joint Commission (TJC).

b) Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

The organization that sponsors an international meeting in Chicago each year in late November is the: a) Midwest Association of Medical Imaging Professionals (MAMIP). b) Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). c) Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). d) International Society of Radiographers and Radiologic Technologists (ISRRT).

b) Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

The management of medical information is a very large part of the radiologic sciences, as images and data become more electronic. An organization that has evolved to focus upon this growing specialty of medical imaging is the: a) American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM). b) Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM). c) DICOM Task Group. d) Picture Archival and Communications (PACS) Group.

b) Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM).

You have come upon a motor vehicle accident as the first person to arrive. As you assess the victim's level of consciousness, you begin to ask questions and encourage the victim to respond. During your efforts to do so, the victim has no verbal response to any stimuli, but his leg moves with your touch and pinch. This person demonstrates what level of consciousness? a) Comatose and unresponsive b) Unconscious but reflexive c) Drowsy but can be aroused d) Alert and responsive

b) Unconscious but reflexive

The single most important action for the radiologic and image science professional when administering emergency care is: a) reacting to the emergent situation and providing any and all care needed to save the patient's life. b) providing a competent level of care, recognizing when advanced care is needed, and calling for assistance. c) waiting to provide care until any doctor or medical practitioner arrives. d) minimally getting involved for fear of medical and professional liability.

b) providing a competent level of care, recognizing when advanced care is needed, and calling for assistance.

Medical imaging professionals must be aware that their actions, comments, and appearance contribute to the image of their employer and of the profession. Positive interactions with patients and their family members establish goodwill on behalf of the organization. Which of the following is the best single choice that illustrates desirable goodwill efforts enhancing public image? a) Referencing your notes tableside during a medical procedure to avoid mistakes b) Greeting patients and telling simple jokes to raise their spirits c) Wearing department attire consistent with the dress code and presenting an upbeat attitude d) Lowering the room lights to disguise the size of the equipment in the room

c) Wearing department attire consistent with the dress code and presenting an upbeat attitude

The type of shock that is a result of severe blood loss is: a) anaphylactic b) septic c) hypovolemic d) vasogenic

c) hypovolemic

The organization that is principally responsible for the general welfare of the profession of radiologic technology, through its efforts in continuing education, practice standards, and socio- economics is the: a) American College of Radiology (ACR). b) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). c) American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA). d) American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT).

d) American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT).

What type of shock is caused by a failure of the heart to pump enough blood to the vital organs including the brain? a) neurogenic b) anaphylactic c) septic d) cardiogenic

d) cardiogenic

A common name for an emergency cart within medical imaging is the ____________ cart: a) code b) first aid c) first call d) crash

d) crash

A document that guides a hospital as to its purpose and role in the community it serves is called a: a) charter. b) master plan. c) set of bylaws. d) mission statement.

d) mission statement.

Professional certification of radiographers is: a) involuntary b) voluntary and offered by the American Board of Radiology. c) mandatory for employment in all aspects of medical imaging. d) offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

d) offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Which of the following is most appropriate for a patient to counteract hypoglycemia? a) diet soda b) protein bar c) bottled water to prevent dehydration d) sugar-sweetened orange juice

d) sugar-sweetened orange juice

All of the following are true of the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) organization except: a) they publish a periodical journal titled, Radiology Management. b) the AHRA offers a certification examination for radiology administrators. c) the AHRA plays a key role with the manpower needs of the medical imaging profession. d) they have reciprocity with the ARRT to certify radiographers.

d) they have reciprocity with the ARRT to certify radiographers.