license patient care technician quizes
when feeding a patient, how full should the spoon be
1/3
how long should the patients feet soak
20 minutes
if a fingerstick collection tube does not have an indicator mark, how full should it be filled
3/4
how many milliliters are equal to 10 ounces
300mL
which of these heart rates is within normal limits for an adult
75 beats per minute
which of the following is not true
Explain to patients what you see on an ECG printout before giving it to the physician.
how is the cardiovascular system affected by aging
Fibrous tissue replaces muscle tissue
what test is most often ordered to measure the patients red blood cell volume
H & H
which of the following is true of laundry hampers
Hamper lids should be kept closed except when inserting linens.
which arrhythia is viewed as a common disruption in rhythm
PVC
which of the following is true of patient hygiene
Patients should be given the opportunity to care for themselves
which is a correct description of patients in assisted living facilities
Patients who are still able to care for themselves
What is the risk in trimming the nails, especially the toenails, of diabetic patients?
Poor circulation in the extremities makes the patient prone to infection.
how is a patients anal area washed
Position the patient facing away from you and ask the patient to flex the upper leg.
Which of the following is true of adding solutions to a sterile tray?
Pour a small amount of the solution into the sink to clean the lip of the bottle.
Mrs. Landis would like to prepare simple meals for herself. Which type of care would fit her goal?
Restorative care
Which of the following best describes restorative care?
Restorative care focuses on mental, emotional, and social well-being.
which of the following is true
The first drop of blood should not be collected for a hemoglobin test.
which lead monitors an electrode at the 4th intercostal space on the left side of the sternum
V2
When is a geriatric chair considered a restraint?
When a patient needs assistance to get out
when are side rails considered a restraint?
When they are not medically necessary
which person is most likely to develop anorexia nervosa
a 16 year old girl
which of the following is not true of ECGs
a 48-year old with hypertension
which one of these patients requires oral care less frequently than every two hours
a 64 year old patient with high cholesterol
HIV is considered which of the following
a bloodborne pathogen
which of the following defines an ethical delima
a conflict of moral beliefs
which of the following is true of chair positioning
a transfer belt should be used in the two-person method
which of the following is most important when caring for pediatric patients
age-appropriate communication
how can an alarm be used as an alternative restraint
alert staff if a patient begins to wander
which of these patients can be moved safely with a transfer belt
an elderly stroke patient
what is the best way to determine if a patient is in pain
ask the patient directly
intentionally touching another person without permission is called what
battery
which of the following is NOT an example of output
blood platelet IV
which of the following describes the proper way to brush a patients teeth
brush teeth surfaces in a back and forth motion
how is hCG produced
by the placenta after ovum implants into uterus
which of these foods are permitted on a soft diet
canned fruit
what is the purpose of an orangewood stick
clean under fingernails
What kinds of carbohydrates are found in whole-grain bread, cereal, rice, pasta, vegetables, dry beans, and nuts?
complex carbohydrates
Which of the following is NOT an example of intake that should be counted on an Intake and Output chart?
crackers
What condition may a patient have if the specific gravity of urine is increased (above 1.035)?
dehydrated
which of the following is true of nursing care delivery models
delivery models aim to conserve costs without sacrificing the quality of care
which of the following is NOT true
developmental problems are caused by poor parenting
what topic(s) might be included in preoperative instructions given to a patient?
dietary restrictions
Which of the following terms means releasing, transferring, or providing access to protected health information?
disclosure
how should safety razors be thrown away
dropped into a sharps container
which of the following is true
electrical impulses in the heart cause the muscles to contract
which of the following is true of electronic medical records
electronic medical records increase the privacy of medical records
how often must a patient be repositioned after surgery
every 2 hours
how often should a restrained patient be released
every 2 hours
which of the following is the best definition of communication
exchanging messages
what do breathing and coughing exercises do
expand the lungs and remove mucous
Alexia, a medical assistant, explains to Mrs. Phillips that the medication is to be taken once a day with a full glass of water. Which of the following is the goal of Alexia's communication with Mrs. Phillips?
give instructions to the patient
which of the following is true of housekeeping in the medical facility
immediately clean up any spills you create or find
how should dentures be stored
in a container of water
where is the heart located
in the left-side of the thoracic cavity
which of the following is NOT a benefit of proper oral care
it increases the effectiveness of the patients medications
which muscles are the strongest in the body
leg muscles
Which pH level indicates that urine is acidic
less than 5.5
which procedure should be used to turn patient who have arthritis or spinal injuries
logrolling
which type of urinalysis is not CLIA-waived
microscopic tests
where should a patients feet be polaced while in a wheelchair
on the footrests
Where should nail clippings be placed after being cut from a nail?
on the plastic protector
which of the following is true of intake
oral intake may need to be estimated
what do food and fluid restrictions before surgery reduce the risk of?
patients vomiting and aspiring
which of the following is NOT a position of the nursing team
physicians assistant
which of these foods are permitted on a clear liquid diet
popsicles
What may be used to track the tasks that need to be completed before surgery?
preoperative checklist
which of the following is not true about PKU test
puncture the center of the infants heel
cloudy urine may indicate the presence of
pus or mucus
in which position should you move the bed to prepare for bedmaking
raised horizontal
what is the purpose of a rectal tube
relieve flatulence and intestinal pressure
which chamber of the heart contracts to send blood to the pulmonary artery and lungs
right ventricle
which of the following defines clients rights
rights granted in a professional relationship
when should a 24-hour urine specimen begin
second void of the day
what do the vertical lines on the graph measure
strength of the impulse
what is the name for liquids or foods ordered by a physician to improve a patients nutrition
supplements
what is a mixture of specimen and saline called
suspension
what is the contraction phase of a heartbeat
systole
which of the following is done last during a holter monitor application
tape wires to avoid tesion
why must assistants be familiar with admission, transfer, and discharge processes
tasks for these procedures are often assigned to assistants
which of the following is Not true of incontinent patients
the condition is almost always permanent
Reality orientation is used to help confused patients remain oriented to
the enviroment, time, and themselves
which of the following best describes rehabilitation
the focus is on helping patients attain physical ability
which of the following describes one way that the digestive system changes with age
the movement of food through the digestive system slows
why might a patient require a bed shampoo
the patient is on bed rest
which of the following is true of restraints
the patient or a family member must give written consent
which of the following is not true of a 24-hour urine collection
the patient should pour the urine into the collection container
what determines if a a male patient should stand or sit to urinate
the patients preference
Sandra has the flu, but she goes into work anyway. Within a few days, her co-worker Olivia gets sick with the flu. In the chain of infection, what is Olivia?
the susceptible host
what time should be recorded as beginning the 24-hour collection period
time of the second void of the morning
a resident was restrained after refusing to take his medication. what right is being violated
to be free from abuse
which of the following is not a purpose of CLIA
to inform physicians of infectious diseases
why are pillows towel rolls and special boots sometimes used to position patients
to maintain proper body alignment
what is the goal of bladder and bowel training
to restore normal control of elimmination
Which of the following toileting methods is appropriate for patients who are able to ambulate to the bathroom with help?
toilet
which of the following is true about handling linens
unused linens should be put in the laundry hamper
when helping a patient stand using a transfer belt, what should health care worker do
use the belt to assist the patient to a standing position
Kaylie wants to increase her fiber intake. What should Kaylie eat?
vegetables
what may patients be allowed to wear during surgery
wedding ring
when is a draw sheet NOT used to move patients up in bed
when the patient can move themselve
What must you do if the connection end of the catheter accidentally touches the bed?
wipe the tube with an antiseptic wipe and then plug the tube.
where should a urinal be stored
within reach
what form of communication is used to indicate informed consent
written
