RAD 109 final
Sites commonly used for venipuncture include the _____ vein(s). 1. basilic 2. iliac 3. cephalic 4. carotid 5. brachiocephalic Select one: a. 1 and 3 only b. 2, 4, and 5 only c. 3 and 5 only d. 5 only
a. 1 and 3 only
Which of the following would make up the professional ethics of the profession of radiologic sciences? 1. State licensing board for X-ray machine operators 2. Radiography department social events 3. ARRT Code of Ethics 4. State Medical Society 5. Collective bargaining rules of behavior Select one: a. 1 and 3 only b. 3 and 5 only c. 1, 2, 4, and 5 only d. 1 and 5 only
a. 1 and 3 only
Side Note on 20,21
Everything from study guide is covered in this quizlet, but there is additional good info on og test to possibly study. More after 22, 23.
Providing care in an emergency situation is intended to 1. prepare the injured patient for surgery. 2. prevent further harm to the patient. 3. preserve life. 4. place the patient into a sedated state for transport. 5. stabilize the patient until the appropriate medical assistance arrives. Select one: a. 2, 3, and 5 only b. 1, 3, 4, and 5 only c. 3, 4, and 5 only d. 1, 4, and 5 only
a. 2, 3, and 5 only
When negligence occurs to a patient, who is responsible for proving injury? Select one: a. An expert witness b. Plaintiff c. A reasonable and prudent practitioner d. Defendant
a. An expert witness
When performing CPR on a patient, who is lying supine in a patient bed with a soft mattress, you would first look for what item from the emergency crash cart? Select one: a. Backboard b. Benadryl c. Firm sponge pillow Hemostat d. Suction bottle
a. Backboard
What type of complaint can be filed by patients if they feel they have been touched without permission? Select one: a. Battery b. Assault c. Defamation d. Slander
a. Battery
What type of shock is caused by a failure of the heart to pump enough blood to the vital organs including the brain? Select one: a. Cardiogenic b. Septic c. Anaphylactic d. Neurogenic
a. Cardiogenic
A pathogen that requires contact precautions is Select one: a. MRSA. b. tuberculosis. c. rubeola. d. rhinovirus
a. MRSA
The cardiac arrhythmia of bradycardia generally involves abnormalities to the Select one: a. SA and AV nodes. b. Purkinje fibers of the left atrium. c. right coronary sinus. d. bundle of HIS
a. SA and AV nodes
(Not direct) You should not remove any immobilization device (c collar, cast etc.) for an x-ray without direct orders from referring physician a. True b. False
a. True
When a disease is spread by an insect depositing the pathogen on or in a human, it is transmitted by what method? Select one: a. Vector b. Vehicle c. Direct contact d. Fomite
a. Vector
Which of the following statements is true? Select one: a. When lifting stand as close as possible to whatever you are lifting. b. Keep your feet very wide apart and your back arched when lifting. c. Urinary catheters should be clamped before moving patients, to prevent retrograde flow of urine. d. When lifting patients, keep your back flexible and let your strong arm muscles carry the load.
a. When lifting stand as close as possible to whatever you are lifting
Which of the following represents good sterile technique? Select one: a. When using a sterile setup, avoid bending and reaching over it. b. Remove sterile forceps from their container and tap them on the edge so all the solution drips off. c. Any sterile supplies added to a sterile tray, such as cotton balls, can be returned to their containers if not used, as such waste is inefficient and costly. d. The solution in the forceps container should be checked regularly and added to when its level gets too low
a. When using a sterile setup, avoid bending and reaching over it
All of the following are true of body temperature measurement except Select one: a. all temperatures should be the same, regardless of where the temperature is measured. b. an oral temperature reading higher than 99.5° F indicates a fever. c. temporal artery (TA) measurements can be measured in 3 seconds noninvasively. d. rectal and TA measurement are typically 1° higher than oral readings.
a. all temperatures should be the same, regardless of where the temperature is measured
Drugs intended for single use by parenteral administration are typically contained in a(n) Select one: a. ampule. b. vial. c. angiocath. d. foil packet.
a. ampule
Drugs that relieve pain without causing a loss of consciousness are called Select one: a. analgesics. b. anesthetics. c. antibiotics. d. antiemetics
a. analgesics
Entering health information into a patient's medical record (charting) is completed by Select one: a. any department personnel who provide care to a patient. b. physicians and practitioners only. c. physicians and charge nurses only. d. health information managers only.
a. any department personnel who provide care to a patient
Bacteria have all of the following characteristics except they Select one: a. are eukaryotic organisms. b. have the ability to produce endospores. c. are single-cell organisms. d. may live on a host in a colony form
a. are eukaryotic organisms
Touching a patient on the symphysis pubis for a frontal thoracic spine projection Select one: a. could be viewed as battery. b. would be viewed by courts as reasonable and prudent. c. is standard and does not warrant patient permission. d. None of the above
a. could be viewed as battery.
For select examinations, air (negative contrast) and radiopaque contrast are used as a pair to outline mucosal linings, joint interspaces, and passageways. These examinations are considered Select one: a. double-contrast studies. b. extremely dangerous and rarely done. c. single-contrast examinations. d. low-contrast studies.
a. double-contrast studies
As you arrive into a patient's room for transport to radiology, you notice that the patient has an NG tube in place with a syringe upright and pinned to the gown. You should know that this patient Select one: a. has a double-lumen NG tube in place. b. has a Levine line that is single lumen. c. must have the line clamped before transport. d. has a double-lumen NG tube in place and must have the line clamped before transport.
a. has a double-lumen NG tube in place
All of the following situations would require aseptic techniques except Select one: a. insertion of barium enema tip. b. insertion of central venous line. c. insertion of an indwelling Foley catheter. d. insertion of an angiographic catheter.
a. insertion of barium enema tip
The technique of wrapping an infant patient in a sheet Select one: a. is known as mummification. b. is effective for young adults and teenagers. c. requires the use of a commercially available Velcro-edged sheet design. d. should be used only with parental approval
a. is known as mummification
CPR performed on an infant Select one: a. is the same as on an adult but adjusted based on patient size. b. requires chest compressions of 1 to 2 inches. c. uses a ventilation depth comparable to an adult. d. is done at a higher rate with more ventilations because of a higher respiratory and cardiac rate for infants
a. is the same as on an adult but adjusted based on patient size
All of the following are true of virtual colonoscopy except Select one: a. it is performed using MR technology. b. hundreds of images are obtained in seconds, permitting the processing of a 3D study of the colon. c. it is considered a minimally invasive diagnostic study. d. they typically require no sedation or referral from the patient's doctor.
a. it is performed using MR technology
All of the following are true of the Pigg-O-Stat infant immobilizer except Select one: a. it is radiolucent and produces no image. b. its design provides for lead protection over the child's gonads. c. it is made of contour-shaped, clear acrylic restraining forms. d. the patient can be rotated 360 degrees for various oblique projections.
a. it is radiolucent and produces no image
The flow rate of oxygen therapy is given in Select one: a. liters per minute. b. cubic meters per minute. c. pounds per square inch. d. cubic centimeters.
a. liters per minute
The process of establishment and growth of a microorganism on or in a host is referred to as Select one: a. inflammation. b. infection. c. pathogen. d. prokaryotic nosocomial
b. infection
At the conclusion of an interventional radiographic examination, the examination room is cleaned, and major components are wiped down with chemical disinfectants. By performing this important task, the radiographer is practicing Select one: a. medical asepsis. b. sterilization. c. surgical asepsis. d. fomite asepsis.
a. medical asepsis
A dual-wire pacemaker places electrode tips in the Select one: a. right atrium and right ventricle. b. right and left ventricles. c. right and left atria. d. left atrium and left ventricle.
a. right atrium and right ventricle
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, one of the most common work-related injuries resulting in lost work time and disability is Select one: a. strains, sprains, and musculoskeletal injuries. b. needle sticks with uncapped needles. c. electrical shocks from poorly insulated electronic devices. d. emotional exhaustion from working high stress patient care areas.
a. strains, sprains, and musculoskeletal injuries.
The levels of blood pressures that are read on a sphygmomanometer are Select one: a. systolic over diastolic. b. diastolic over systolic. c. arterial over venous. d. None of the above
a. systolic over diastolic
All of the following are true of cleansing enemas except Select one: a. they are intended for the administration of enteric medications. b. they promote the defecation reflex and discharge. c. they are complete when bowel contents are clear and free of fecal matter. d. hydrating patients is a significant concern for patients undergoing a cleansing enema.
a. they are intended for the administration of enteric medications
All of the following are related except Select one: a. intramuscular. b. intragluteal. c. subcutaneous. d. intravenous.
b. intragluteal
When using a sheet to "mummify" an infant, the sheet should first be formed into a Select one: a. triangle. b. square. c. rolled tube. d. rectangle the size of pillowcase
a. triangle
All of the following are true of barium sulfate as a contrast agent except Select one: a. when mixed with water, it dissolves completely. b. its atomic number (Z) is 56. c. it is chemically inert. d. barium sulfate is often mixed with water and sodium citrate, to prevent flocculation.
a. when mixed with water, it dissolves completely
All of the following are examples of simple immobilization techniques except Select one: a. wrapping a child in a sheet (mummy wrap). b. using a positioning sponge. c. laying a sandbag across the patient's anatomy. d. using a Velcro strap to stabilize the anatomy.
a. wrapping a child in a sheet (mummy wrap)
All patients should expect correct procedures with regard to drug administration. These correct procedures or "rights" include the 1. the right route of administration. 2. the correct time for giving the drug. 3. the correct person giving the drug. 4. their own physician ordering the drug. 5. their own physician administering the drug. 6. the correct drug and drug amount administered. Select one: a. 1, 2, 4, and 5 only b. 1, 2, and 6 only c. 3, 4, and 6 only d. 4, 5, and 6 only
b. 1, 2, and 6 only
When you and a colleague perform a portable chest radiograph on a patient with contact precautions, it would be appropriate to 1. place the cassette in a protective bag before exposure and dispose of the bag properly after exposure. 2. wash your hands only after the examination has been completed. 3. remove jewelry and place it in a safe place. 4. put on a clean mask, clean gloves, and clean gown (your assistants need not do so as they are not going to touch the patient) and put on a lead apron outside of the clean gown. 5. greet the patient professionally and explain what you are going to do. 6. have your assistant position the receptor behind the patient. 7. after exposure, remove the gown, mask, and gloves and discard them when you return to radiology. Select one: a. 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 only b. 1, 3, and 5 only c. 1, 3, 5, 6, and 7 only d. 4, 5, 6, and 7 only
b. 1, 3, and 5 only
In a legal case of negligence, 1. rationale and excuses are balanced against implied damages. 2. a breach of duty has to be identified. 3. the definition of duty has to be identified. 4. standards of practice are not considered. 5. injury has to clearly be identified. 6. injury has to be clearly connected to the negligent act. Select one: a. 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 only b. 2, 3, 5, and 6 only c. 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 only d. 3, 4, 5, and 6 only
b. 2, 3, 5, and 6 only
A cardiac arrhythmia that is life threatening and provides no effective cardiac output is Select one: a. atrial fibrillation. b. V-tach. c. V-fib. d. PVC.
c. V-fib
Streptococci and bacilli are classified as what type of microorganisms? Select one: a. Viruses b. Bacteria c. Fungi d. Molds
b. Bacteria
Which of the following statements is false? Select one: a. A sterile person may touch only what is sterile. b. Create sterile fields early in the morning while equipment is clean and equipment is clean. c. A sterile field must be watched continually to be considered sterile. d. If a solution soaks through a sterile field to a nonsterile field, the wet area must be redraped.
b. Create sterile fields early in the morning while equipment is clean and equipment is clean
Which of the following is a true statement regarding cleansing enemas? Select one: a. Oil retention enemas are used to "harden" stool material for more complete evacuation. b. Diabetic patients require special colon preparation procedures. c. Standardized colonic preparation protocols are used by all departments performing colon studies. d. Cleansing enemas are typically not recommended for inflammatory bowel disease.
b. Diabetic patients require special colon preparation procedures
(Not direct) When transferring a patient you should not allow them to help at all a. True b. False
b. False
An inflatable air splint is used under what circumstances? Select one: a. Severe head and cervical spine injuries b. Lower extremity trauma c. Spinal injury d. Shoulder injuries
b. Lower extremity trauma
Which of the following is an example of negligence? Select one: a. Delaying a procedure until an interpreter arrives b. Radiographing the wrong body part c. Making a patient wait in the reception area until a radiologist is available d. Recording in the patient chart the family's reaction to examination results
b. Radiographing the wrong body part
Adequate perfusion of human tissue generally requires Select one: a. a diastolic pressure of 20 mm Hg. b. a systolic pressure of 90 mm Hg or greater. c. occasional arrhythmias to bring the heart into a rhythmic cardiac cycle. d. a diastolic pressure of at least 90 mm Hg
b. a systolic pressure of 90 mm Hg or greater
When establishing a sterile field using a sterile drape, Select one: a. reach over the sterile field to minimize reach and air motion. b. all drape items must be clean and dry. c. inspect the expiration date to determine if you are using the sterile pack within 36 hours of the expiration date. d. open the sterile package with the top flap set to open toward the person opening the pack.
b. all drape items must be clean and dry
If the threat of bodily harm were to occur to a patient as a result of reckless conduct by the health care provider, this would be deemed Select one: a. battery. b. assault. c. defamation. d. slander.
b. assault
When performing a subcutaneous injection, the needle tip is positioned Select one: a. in the deltoid muscle of the upper arm. b. at a 45-degree angle for average-sized patients. c. perpendicular to the skin line. d. at a 55- to 60-degree angle for thin patients
b. at a 45-degree angle for average-sized patients
A process by which patients can agree to be treated or refuse to be treated based on information provided by the radiographer about the examination is called _____ consent. Select one: a. implied b. informed c. simple d. inadequate
b. informed
A patient arrives at the medical imaging department for a facial bones series after being hit in the head by a softball. The patient comes to you with a cervical collar, but it is apparent that the collar may not be needed because the patient is turning his head to converse with you as the examination starts. A professional imaging technologist would a. remove the cervical collar because it appears to be unnecessary. b. complete the facial bone images with the collar in place using the positioning flexibility of your equipment. c. call the emergency department nurse and ask her to remove the cervical collar. d. immobilize the patient's head and then remove the cervical collar so it's not in the image.
b. complete the facial bone images with the collar in place using the positioning flexibility of your equipment.
When performing two-person CPR, Select one: a. compressions are at a rate of 60 per minute. b. compressions are paused briefly to give two ventilations. c. the rescuers remain at their positions to ensure continuity of compressions. d. All of the above are correct
b. compressions are paused briefly to give two ventilations
The QRS complex on a typical ECG represents Select one: a. depolarization of atrial muscle. b. depolarization of ventricular muscle. c. repolarization of ventricular muscle. d. repolarization of atrial muscle.
b. depolarization of ventricular muscle
Currently, in most radiology departments, barium studies of the colon Select one: a. are single-contrast studies using Gastrografin. b. employ carbon dioxide and barium as a double-contrast exam. c. require no special colon preparation. d. do not use fluoroscopy and utilize the technology of CT
b. employ carbon dioxide and barium as a double-contrast exam
All of the following are true of good lifting mechanics except Select one: a. do most of the lifting with your legs and keep your back stationary. b. extend your reach beyond the center of gravity to broaden your arm coverage. c. stand with your feet far apart to broaden your base of support. d. ensure your center of gravity is over your base of support.
b. extend your reach beyond the center of gravity to broaden your arm coverage
The spread of infection via contaminated food referenced is spread by Select one: a. contact. b. fomite. c. air. d. vector
b. fomite
Negative contrast agents Select one: a. are opaque to the transmission of X-rays. b. have low atomic numbers. c. provide high X-ray beam attenuation and absorption. d. are materials such as bone and metal
b. have low atomic numbers
Two bloodborne pathogens of particular importance to hospital personnel are Select one: a. pneumonia and tuberculosis. b. hepatitis B virus (HBV) and HIV. c. papillomavirus and rhinovirus. d. Clostridium and Bacillus
b. hepatitis B virus (HBV) and HIV
All of the following are true of a two-person lift except Select one: a. the stronger person should lift the patient's torso. b. it is used for cart-to-table transfers. c. ask the patient to cross their arms over their chest. d. the person lifting the torso is in charge of the commands and process.
b. it is used for cart-to-table transfers
When using sandbags as an immobilization device, Select one: a. refill any sand that leaks out of the bag before the examination begins. b. make a note for the radiologist, as the sandbag is radiopaque and may leave an artifact. c. place the sandbag over the area of interest, so the radiologist knows you used one. d. weigh the sandbag before using it, to ensure it is not too heavy on the patient.
b. make a note for the radiologist, as the sandbag is radiopaque and may leave an artifact.
Mobility muscles differ from stability muscles in that Select one: a. stability muscles are located in the knees and ankles. b. mobility muscles are located in the arms and legs. c. stability muscles are involved in digestion and body homeostasis. d. mobility muscles provide postural support.
b. mobility muscles are located in the arms and legs.
An injection that is given to a patient relies on a(n) _____ route of administration. Select one: a. enteral b. parenteral c. topical d. portal
b. parenteral
The single greatest measure that can be done to prevent the spread of infection is Select one: a. proper discarding of all refuse in sharps containers. b. proper hand washing technique. c. proper disinfection of radiographic cassettes. d. discarding lead aprons that have been contaminated
b. proper hand washing technique
Laboratory tests to assess a patient's BUN and creatinine are used to determine the patient's Select one: a. liver function. b. renal function. c. pancreas. d. thymus
b. renal function
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) reserves the right to revoke any certification from an individual whom it has registered. Reasons for revocation can vary from ethical violations to failure to maintain continuing education credits, just to mention two. This process of sanctioning demonstrates professional _____ to society. Select one: a. morals b. self-regulation c. ethics d. collective bargaining
b. self-regulation
The human body's center of gravity Select one: a. is in the region of the thoraco-lumbar area. b. should be over the base of support for safe lifting. c. is best positioned at an angle to your base of support for quicker lifting. d. is the same between genders.
b. should be over the base of support for safe lifting.
Defamation of a character by speaking poorly of an individual is Select one: a. libel. b. slander. c. civil assault. d. false imprisonment
b. slander
The peak blood pressure reading, when measuring blood pressures, is Select one: a. diastolic pressure. b. systolic pressure. c. blood pressure resulting from right ventricular contraction. d. insignificant, as it does not truly indicate resting blood pressure.
b. systolic pressure.
Heart rates above 100 beats/min in an adult is termed Select one: a. bradycardia. b. tachycardia. c. cardiac ectopia. d. fibrillation.
b. tachycardia
The collection of vital signs data is quick and noninvasive. The usual vital signs measured include Select one: a. electrolytes, blood gases, urinalysis values. b. temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure. c. temperature, blood pressure, blood gases, and bowel sounds. d. respiration, pulse, cardiac output, and urinalysis values.
b. temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Which of the following should be examined first when a sterile package is used? Select one: a. The tightness of the wrapping b. Type of material used to wrap the package c. Expiration date d. Way the package is folded
c. Expiration date
As you enter a patient's room to perform a portable examination, you notice the patient sleeping on her side with one leg over the other with the knees bent. This patient is in the _____ position. Select one: a. Fowler b. recumbent c. Sims d. None of the above are correct
c. Sims
All of the following apply to respiratory measurements except Select one: a. a single respiration cycle consists of an inspiration and an expiration. b. the respiratory rate of newborns averages 12 to 20 breaths/min. c. adult respiration quality refers to rhythm, depth, and degree of effort. d. respiratory rates in children should be measured for at least one minute respiration measurements may alter if the patient is supine
b. the respiratory rate of newborns averages 12 to 20 breaths/min
A double-contrast study of the colon is an example of Select one: a. a low-contrast examination. b. the use of both a negative and a positive contrast agent on the same image. c. an exam utilizing twice the volume of contrast media. d. All of the above
b. the use of both a negative and a positive contrast agent on the same image.
All of the following are viral infections except Select one: a. cold sores. b. tinea pedis. c. common cold. d. warts.
b. tinea pedis
When using an AED, Select one: a. it is used simultaneously with CPR compressions. b. two AED chest pads are used, one on the upper right side of the chest and the other on the lower left ribs. c. it is important to plug the unit into the correct power source. d. CPR can be terminated since it is of little value after the AED is attached.
b. two AED chest pads are used, one on the upper right side of the chest and the other on the lower left ribs
In a hospital setting, constant awareness is given to the simple fact that patients come to the hospital because they are sick and vulnerable to disease. With the current system of medical care, by the time patients come to the hospital setting for care, they are sicker than ever in the past. The most common nosocomial infection seen in hospital patients is Select one: a. common colds picked up on contaminated radiography equipment. b. urinary tract infections from Foley catheter insertions. c. shingles (Herpes Zoster) from contaminated needles. d. staphylococcal infection from labor and delivery
b. urinary tract infections from Foley catheter insertions.
For efficient and safe patient transfers and handling, the imaging professional should Select one: a. use mobility muscles for posture. b. use red postural muscles for support. c. narrow the stance and close your fists for extra strength. d. keep the knees straight and taut and lift from the shoulders.
b. use red postural muscles for support.
A Swan-Ganz catheter is Select one: a. intended to measure venous pressure in the superior vena cava. b. used to measure pulmonary wedge pressures. c. also referred to as a PICC line. d. None of the above
b. used to measure pulmonary wedge pressures
Referring to the choices below, the normal flow of electrical impulse through the cardiac conduction system of the heart follows what sequence of events? 1. Purkinje fibers 2. AV node 3. SA node 4. Bundle of His 5. Interventricular node (IV node) Select one: a. 3, 1, 4, 5 b. 2, 3, 5, 1 c. 3, 2, 4, 1 d. 3, 5, 4,
c. 3, 2, 4, 1
Two people in sterile attire should pass each other in which of the following ways? Select one: a. Front to back b. Back to front c. Back to back d. Front to front
c. Back to back
When performing CPR as a single rescuer, Select one: a. the compression rate is performed at 60 compressions per minute. b. assess circulation using the temporal artery of the forehead. c. after each group of 30 compressions, give 2 quick ventilations. d. sternal compressions should have a maximum depth of 1 inch
c. after each group of 30 compressions, give 2 quick ventilations
When gowning and gloving for a sterile procedure, it is important to remember that Select one: a. the techniques are the same as gowning for medical asepsis. b. sterile gloves must be put on outside of the sterile work area. c. after gowning, the front of the gown down to the waist, and the sleeves are considered sterile. d. when passing a sterile team member, you must pass each other face to face in order to see any contamination
c. after gowning, the front of the gown down to the waist, and the sleeves are considered sterile.
A patient who is scheduled to have surgery of the esophagus for a diverticulum will likely be given a(an) _______ to decrease mucosal secretions and esophageal muscular activity. Select one: a. analgesic b. diuretic c. anticholinergic d. antiemetic
c. anticholinergic
Chemical substances capable of killing pathologic microbes are termed Select one: a. disinfectants. b. antiseptics. c. bactericidal. d. bacteriostatic
c. bactericidal
Body homeostasis is often referred to as the body's "steady state" and is maintained by important body systems using physiologic feedback loops. Vital signs are an excellent indicator of the body's response to conditions and therapies the patient is undergoing. A key strength of using vital signs as an indicator of homeostasis is that they Select one: a. are subjective and subject to interpretation. b. are measured using interventional catheters and therefore are very accurate. c. can be assessed quickly, and the data revealed are objective. d. can be confirmed by asking the patient how he or she feels.
c. can be assessed quickly, and the data revealed are objective
Effective techniques to use when radiographing children include Select one: a. showing the child a candy treat they will receive if they cooperate. b. communicating with the parents exclusively and letting them work with their child. c. getting down to eye level with the child and establishing rapport. d. asking a uniformed security officer to be in the room during the exam.
c. getting down to eye level with the child and establishing rapport.
An effective method to handle a patient with an asthmatic attack during a radiographic procedure would be to Select one: a. tell the patient to breathe faster and with less depth to avoid losing consciousness. b. tell the patient to hold his or her breath for 30 seconds to recover. c. have the patient sit down and allow the patient to use his or her aerosol inhaler. d. recognize the patient's situation and work faster to get the examination done so they can use their inhaler sooner.
c. have the patient sit down and allow the patient to use his or her aerosol inhaler
The chain of infection consists of Select one: a. fomite, vector, reservoir, and breachment. b. bacteria, virus, protozoa, and fungi. c. host, infectious microbe, mode of transmission, and reservoir. d. encounter, entry, spread, multiplication, and outcome
c. host, infectious microbe, mode of transmission, and reservoir
A nosocomial infection is an Select one: a. infection acquired at a large gathering. b. upper respiratory infection. c. infection acquired in a hospital. d. infection obtained through a physician's physical examination
c. infection acquired in a hospital
All of the following are related except Select one: a. oral. b. tympanic. c. inguinal. d. recta
c. inguinal
All of the following would be characteristics of a patient health record except it Select one: a. is a single record on a single patient only. b. may be maintained in paper or electronic media (or both). c. is required for hospitals and emergency department visits only. d. promotes communication among providers and continuity of care
c. is required for hospitals and emergency department visits only
When creating a sterile field, it is important for the imaging professional to Select one: a. establish the sterile field as early in the day as possible to create an awareness of the scheduled procedure. b. remember that anything above the ankles is considered sterile. c. keep sterile gloves in sight and above the waist level. d. remember that any moisture that develops on the sterile field can be dried using an infrared lamp
c. keep sterile gloves in sight and above the waist level
All of the following are related except Select one: a. assisted standing pivot. b. standby assist. c. log roll assist. d. hydraulic lift.
c. log roll assist
The radiographic evaluation of the small and large bowel that has been connected to the skin surface, as a substitute for the urinary bladder with an ostomy, is typically called a(n) Select one: a. stomogram. b. fecagram. c. loopogram. d. vesiculogram
c. loopogram
The Heimlich maneuver is Select one: a. used to relieve a suspected small bowel obstruction. b. never used on a pregnant patient. c. modified for infants to include back slaps and chest thrusts. d. None of the above are correct
c. modified for infants to include back slaps and chest thrusts.
The Octostop immobilization device is used Select one: a. on adolescents and adults. b. in conjunction with infant mummification. c. on infants and children younger than 1 year. d. for upright imaging studies only.
c. on infants and children younger than 1 year
A sudden drop in a patient's blood pressure caused by standing or sitting upright is called Select one: a. hypertension. b. static hypotension. c. orthostatic hypotension. d. recumbent hypotension.
c. orthostatic hypotension.
All of the following are true of oxygen therapy except Select one: a. the universal color of flowmeters is green. b. oxygen is considered a drug and is regulated by the government. c. oxygen therapy can be prescribed by pharmacists and respiratory therapists. d. oxygen delivery devices either have a low flow rate or a high flow rate.
c. oxygen therapy can be prescribed by pharmacists and respiratory therapists
Any microorganism that causes disease is Select one: a. prokaryotic. b. idiopathic c. pathogenic. d. iatrogenic.
c. pathogenic
When comparing hyperglycemia with hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia Select one: a. indicates a low blood glucose level. b. is typically of rapid onset. c. portrays clinical symptoms of excessive thirst and urination as well as dry mouth. d. requires the patient receive a quick form of glucose
c. portrays clinical symptoms of excessive thirst and urination as well as dry mouth
Gloves should be used for all of the following instances except Select one: a. an arteriogram with angioplastic catheter. b. emptying a patient's emesis basin. c. positioning a patient for a suspected simple wrist fracture. d. palpating a patient's skin for a venipuncture
c. positioning a patient for a suspected simple wrist fracture
Contrast agents can be generally classified as Select one: a. ionic and nonionic. b. metallic and nonmetallic. c. positive and negative. d. low osmolality and high osmolality.
c. positive and negative
In a legal proceeding, the actions of a radiographer will be judged with regard to his or her compliance with the Select one: a. actions of other radiographers working in the same department. b. orders of a physician. c. practice standards for medical imaging and radiation therapy. d. standards of care of medicine.
c. practice standards for medical imaging and radiation therapy
Being rude and impolite to a patient's family members because they are asking how long an examination will take, is an example of a(n) Select one: a. ethics violation. b. violation of the institution's standards of care. c. professional etiquette violation. d. ethical dilemma.
c. professional etiquette violation.
A reliable device to measure oxygen saturation levels of arterial blood is a Select one: a. sphygmomanometer. b. stethoscope. c. pulse oximeter. d. spirometer.
c. pulse oximeter
The administration of glucagon shortly before a double-contrast barium enema is intended to Select one: a. increase liver function and the release of glycogen. b. cause the gallbladder to empty. c. relieve bowel spasm. d. increase peristalsis to improve bowel motility
c. relieve bowel spasm.
An effective and simple immobilization tool for stabilizing a child's arms, above and behind the head is a: Select one: a. Velcro wrist bracelet. b. nylon tie wrap. c. stockinette. d. cloth drawstring.
c. stockinette
The medical term for a temporary suspension of consciousness is Select one: a. epistaxis. b. vertigo. c. syncope. d. aura.
c. syncope
The term veracity refers to Select one: a. preventing evil and harm. b. doing no harm but also doing good. c. telling the truth. d. being persistent and tenacious
c. telling the truth
When putting on a pair of sterile gloves using the self-gloving, open technique, Select one: a. jewelry must be wrapped in skin tape and may remain on during gloving. b. the glove package is open and positioned so the wearer crosses his or her arm over the left glove to reach for the right glove. c. the first glove is picked up by the inside cuff with one hand, being careful not the touch the outside of the glove. d. the remaining glove is grabbed by the outside and placed on the unsterile hand, making it sterile.
c. the first glove is picked up by the inside cuff with one hand, being careful not the touch the outside of the glove
In the event a correction is needed in a paper document in a patient health record, Select one: a. the correction can be made by erasing the original entry, writing over it, and initialing the correction. b. the incorrect entry can be covered using whiteout and the record can be recopied with the correction along with the person's initials. c. the original entry needs to be crossed out by the author with a line and highlighted as an ERROR followed by authentication and dating. d. the person discovering the error can make the correction by writing ERROR and recording their name, date, and time.
c. the original entry needs to be crossed out by the author with a line and highlighted as an ERROR followed by authentication and dating.
If the PR interval is longer than normal on a typical ECG tracing, one can assume that Select one: a. the patient has tachycardia. b. the patient has tachycardia. c. the patient has an AV node block. d. the patient has bradycardia.
c. the patient has an AV node block
All of the following are related except Select one: a. nasal cannula. b. facial mask. c. thoracostomy tube. d. tent and oxy hood
c. thoracostomy tube
All of the following are possible sources of nosocomial infection except Select one: a. transfer of pathogenic microbes from a urethral catheter to a patient. b. contamination of a surgical instrument in the surgical theater. c. transfer of microbes through hand contact with a waitress in the coffee shop adjacent to the hospital. d. placement of an image receptor against a patient wound during a portable examination.
c. transfer of microbes through hand contact with a waitress in the coffee shop adjacent to the hospital
From the choices below, the most accurate way to determine body temperature is Select one: a. taking a blood sample and recording its temperature. b. with an oral thermometer. c. with a rectal thermometer. d. by using both an oral and a rectal thermometer and averaging the readings.
c. with a rectal thermometer
After an organism is infected and by the time symptoms of the infectious process manifest, several steps have taken place. These steps consist of 1. multiplication and spread. 2. encounter and entry. 3. host. 4. damage. 5. reservoir. 6. phagocytosis. 7. outcome. Select one: a. 1, 2, 3, and 4 only b. 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7 only c. 3 and 6 only d. 1, 2, 4, and 7 only
d. 1, 2, 4, and 7 only
A widened QRS complex on an ECG tracing could represent Select one: a. ventricular hypertrophy. b. ventricular-paced rhythm. c. pacemaker tissue that is below the AV node. d. All of the above
d. All of the above
It is important for the professional imaging technologist to thoroughly understand his or her responsibilities with regard to health information confidentiality. Particularly important considerations include Select one: a. a testimonial statement must be signed, indicating your awareness and responsibility in maintaining the privacy of patient records. b. all examination results are released to patients by physicians only. c. all health care personnel have the same responsibilities for maintaining confidentiality, including students. d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Patient immobilization is a critical part of achieving optimum image quality. Even the smallest, undetectable involuntary motion can degrade the final image. Effective methods to reduce the amount of patient motion include Select one: a. giving clear, concise instructions to the patient before the exposure. b. assessing the amount of patient cooperation you can expect and making adjustments in immobilization. c. explaining how important it is to hold still during the exposure so that a good image can be obtained. d. All of the above
d. All of the above
When working with a radiopharmaceutical, the nuclear medicine professional must be particularly aware of Select one: a. the half-life of the isotope. b. any isotope spills or leaks. c. contamination of isotope that yields image artifacts. d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Positive contrast agents Select one: a. have high atomic numbers. b. appear opaque on radiographs because of the degree of attenuation. c. have a tendency to absorb X-ray photon energy to a great extent. d. All of the above are correct.
d. All of the above are correct
CPR can be stopped when Select one: a. the rescuer is physically exhausted. b. a physician says it's time to stop CPR. c. the patient responds and shows signs of recovery. d. All of the above are correct.
d. All of the above are correct.
A Swan-Ganz catheter differs from a central venous (CV) catheter in that Swan-Ganz Select one: a. lines measure arterial pressures in the wedge position and reflect pressure in the left atrium. b. catheters may be single-lumen or multilumen design, with a pressure electrode and cuff at the distal end. c. catheters are named after Jeremy Swan and William Ganz developers. d. All of the above are true
d. All of the above are true
Which of the following is not a method of sterilization? Select one: a. Autoclaving b. Moist heat c. Steam under pressure d. Hand washing
d. Hand washing
What type of shock is caused by loss of blood from a knife or gunshot wound? Select one: a. Cardiogenic b. Septic c. Anaphylactic d. Hypovolemic
d. Hypovolemic
To achieve extreme dorsiflexion of the ankle, the most effective immobilization method uses Select one: a. elastic wraps. b. tape. c. a draw sheet. d. Velcro straps.
d. Velcro straps
A radiopharmaceutical is Select one: a. a contrast agent. b. any medication given to patients in radiology. c. any medication given by a radiologist. d. a radioactive material used for nuclear imaging
d. a radioactive material used for nuclear imaging
When "high-flow" oxygen therapy is given, the _____ method is used. Select one: a. intracatheter b. nasal cannula c. nasogastric d. air-entrainment mask
d. air-entrainment mask
In a patient with hypoxia, Select one: a. heart rate decreases owing to high oxygen saturation values. b. respiratory rate remains unchanged. c. respiratory depth remains unchanged owing to increased cardiac output. d. blood pressure increases
d. blood pressure increases
An undesirable characteristic of ionic contrast agents is their Select one: a. chemical stability and inertness. b. neutral osmolality. c. neutral pH. d. dissociation into a cation and an anion when dissolved in plasma.
d. dissociation into a cation and an anion when dissolved in plasma.
When opening and pouring sterile solutions, Select one: a. remove the cap and place it on a corner of the sterile field with the lid down. b. wipe up any spills of solution using a sterile towel. c. hold the bottle approximately 6 inches above the basin when pouring to form a steady stream of fluid. d. hold the bottle with the label facing up to prevent fluids from staining the label.
d. hold the bottle with the label facing up to prevent fluids from staining the label.
A few days after a stereotactic breast biopsy performed by a radiologist in a breast imaging center, the patient returns to her physician with an obvious infection at the incision site. This is an example of a(n) Select one: a. unsourced infection. b. idiopathic infection. c. nosocomial infection. d. iatrogenic infection.
d. iatrogenic infection
The objective of oxygen therapy is to Select one: a. produce a condition of hypoxemia. b. increase diaphragmatic movement to decrease tidal volume. c. increase the CO2 concentration going to the patient. d. increase the O2 concentration going to the patient
d. increase the O2 concentration going to the patient
All of the following are effective methods of sterilization except Select one: a. chemical agents. b. moist heat. c. ultraviolet radiation. d. isolation.
d. isolation
When lifting patients, it is important to Select one: a. lift with your back and save your leg strength. b. twist at the waist to improve your center of gravity. c. use the strong muscles of your upper arms to improve lifting ergonomics. d. keep your back stationary and lift with your legs
d. keep your back stationary and lift with your legs
Written defamation of a person is termed Select one: a. invasion of privacy. b. criminal law. c. slander. d. libel.
d. libel
When opening a sterile tray, your fingers Select one: a. may not touch any metal content. b. must be covered with sterile gloves. c. may not touch any cloth content. d. must never touch the inside of the tray
d. must never touch the inside of the tray
Parenteral administration of a drug involves Select one: a. taking a pill. b. insertion of a suppository. c. drinking a suspension. d. needle injections.
d. needle injections
The ideal patient immobilization device would be Select one: a. robotic and intuitive. b. elaborate in design and disposable. c. outlined in radiopaque material to show its presence on the image. d. radiolucent, durable, and easy to use for the radiographer.
d. radiolucent, durable, and easy to use for the radiographer.
To measure blood pressures, you will need a Select one: a. thermometer and otoscope. b. stethoscope and pulse oximeter. c. sphygmomanometer and otoscope. d. stethoscope and sphygmomanometer
d. stethoscope and sphygmomanometer
When tape is used as an immobilization tool with an infant, Select one: a. use liberal amounts of tape to hold the infant tightly. b. place the tape with the adhesive side in touch with the infant's skin to hold better. c. wrap the tape around the patient several times to secure tightly. d. twist the tape so the nonadhesive side is against the infant's skin.
d. twist the tape so the nonadhesive side is against the infant's skin.
After successfully completing a safe hydraulic lift of a large patient, the imaging professional should Select one: a. remove the transfer sling and send it to laundry for cleaning. b. keep the patient in the hydraulic lift and return him or her to the floor. c. return the patient in a wheelchair with the transfer sling under the patient. d. return the patient to the floor on a cart with the sling draped alongside the cart.
return the patient in a wheelchair with the transfer sling under the patient.
