Patient Care Exam 2 (and quizzes)

What parts of the gown are considered sterile? 1. sleeves 2. front from the waist up 3. back below the waist

1, 2

The term bradypnea is used to describe... A. A decrease in respiratory rate B. An increase in respiratory rate C. difficulty in breathing D. Absence of breathing

A. a decrease in respiratory rate

When gowning another person.... A. a non sterile circulating person pulls up the gown and fastens the back and waistband B. the non sterile person picks up the opened gown from behind, and hands it to the sterile person C. sterile masks are unnecessary D. the sterile person grabs the gown by the waist and wraps it around their waist with the assistance from the unsterile person

A. a non sterile circulating person pulls up the gown and fastens the back and waistband

To allow tissue healing from a partial colon resection.... A. an external stoma is created to allow for defecation B. the pt will be kept on a liquid diet for the entire recovery period C. the pts colon will be clamped off distal to the resection site D. the pts is encouraged to sleep in the recumbent, prone position

A. an external stoma is created to allow for defecation

This type of infection transmission occurs when an infected person or contaminated object touches a host: A. contact transmission B. airborne transmission C. droplet transmission D. common vehicle transmission

A. contact transmission

Which of the following should be examined first when a sterile package is used..... A. expiration date B. the tightness of the wrapping C. type of material used to wrap the package D. the folding pattern by which the package is wrapped

A. expiration date

The ideal location of the endotracheal tube tip is... A. in the trachea 1-2 inches above carina B. in the back of the throat C. in the left or right mainstream bronchus D. just below the junction of the esophagus and trachea

A. in the trachea 1-2 inches above carina

During the movement and transfer of pts, urinary catheter bags should be....... A. kept below the level of the urinary bladder B. safety placed on the pts abdomen C. kept below the level of the x-ray tube D. kept on the cart or wheelchair

A. kept below the level of the urinary bladder

The flow rate of oxygen therapy is given in..... A. liters per minutes B. cubic meters per minute C. pounders per square inch D. cubic centimers

A. liters per minutes

You are about to assist with a sterile procedure. In scrubbing for the procedure, it is important to.... A. scrub the fibers completely, as well as the front and back of your hands, for 3 minutes B. tightly wrap surgical tape around your rings and watch, before scrubbing C. keep your arms down when scrubbing to prevent fluids running up your arm D. use a surgical antimicrobial solution such as alcohol or antiseptic soap

A. scrub the fibers completely, as well as the front and back of your hands, for 3 minutes

When using a portable fluoroscopic C arm in surgery, A. the image receptor and c arm are draped with a snap cover for sterility B. the surgery team members typically position the c arm to optimize image quality C. the c arm is disinfected and considered sterile D. sterile technique is only needed when the c arm is over the pts surgical incision

A. the image receptor and c arm are draped with a snap cover for sterility

When using a portable fluoroscopic c-arm in surgery...... A. the image receptor and c-arm are draped with a snap cover for sterility B. the surgery team members typically position the C-arm to optimize image quality C. the c-arm is disinfected and considered sterile D. sterile technique is only needed when the c arm is over the pts surgical incision

A. the image receptor and c-arm are draped with a snap cover for sterility

The most effective method of sterilization is? A. Dry heat B. Moist heat C. Pasteurization D. Freezing

B. Moist heat

The use of a water-soluble contrast agent such as Gastrografin for a colon examination is warranted for pts with..... A. an intussusception B. a possible bowel perforation C. diverticulosis D. pancreatitis

B. a possible bowel perforation

The term tachypnea is used to describe... A. a decrease in respiratory rate B. an increase in respiratory rate C. difficulty breathing D. absence of breathing

B. an increase in respiratory rate

When performing portable radiography of the chest and abdomen on neonatal infants, A. precise positioning of the gonadal protection is essential B. aseptic techniques are especially important because of the infants weak immune system C. the portable radiographic unit must be wiped down within 24 hours before the procedure D. sterile technique procedures should be adhered to strictly

B. aseptic techniques are especially important because of the infants weak immune system

When performing portable radiography of the chest and abdomen on neonatal infants.... A. precise positioning of the gonadal protection is essential B. aseptic techniques are especially important because of the infants weak immune system C. the portable radiographic unit must be wiped down within 24 hours before the procedure D. sterile technique procedures should be adhered to strictly

B. aseptic techniques are especially important because of the infants weak immune system

2 people in sterile attire should pass each other in which of the following ways?... A. front to back B. back to back C. front to front D. back to front

B. back to back

Which of the following terms is used to describe a pt who is having a trouble breathing...... A. dyslexia B. dyspnea C. dysphagia D. dysphasia

B. dyspnea

2 blood borne pathogens of particular importance to hospital personnel are.... 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

Nasogastric (NG) tubes are inserted with the pt in the __________ position A. sims B. high fowlers C. trendelenburg D. recumbent, prone

B. high fowlers

When creating a sterile field, it is important for the imaging sciences professional to..... A. establish the sterile field for the procedure once the radiologist is notified B. keep sterile gloves in sight and above the waist level C. remember that any moisture that develops on the sterile field can be dried using an infrared lamp D. remember that anything above the ankles is considered sterile

B. keep sterile gloves in sight and above the waist level

The single greatest measure that can be done to prevent the spread of infection is.... 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

The most common type of nasogastric tube used for stomach decompression is the..... A. swan ganz catheter B. single lumen levin tube C. peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) D. double lumen valvular clevis tube

B. single lumen levin tube

A system that emphasizes the placement of barriers between the health care worker and the pt is called? A. universal precaution B. standard precaution C. universal safety D. infection barriers

B. standard precaution

The levels of blood pressures that are read on a sphygmomanometer are....... A. PO2 over PCO2 B. systolic over diastolic C. arterial over venous D. diastolic over systolic

B. systolic over diastolic

The collection of vital sings data is quick and noninvasive. The usual vital signs measured include... A. electrolytes, blood gases, urinalysis values B. temperature, pulse, reparation, and blood pressure C. temperature, blood pressure, blood gases, and bowel sounds D. reparation, pulse, cardiac output, and acid levels

B. temperature, pulse, reparation, and blood pressure

The collection of vital signs data is quick and noninvasive. The usual vital sings measured include..... 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

Rectal thermometry is believed to most accurately reflect core body temperature measures. Use of which alternative thermometer provides measures that closely correlate to the rectal method? A. oral B. temporal C. axillary D. tympanic

B. temporal

When putting on a pair of sterile gloves using the self-gloving, open technique, A. jewelry must be wrapped in skin tape and may remain on during gloving B. the first glove is picked up by the inside cuff with one hand, being careful not to touch the outside of the glove C. the glove package is open and positioned so the wearer crosses his or her arm over the left glove to each for the right glove D. the remaining glove is graved by the outside and placed on the unsterile hand, making it sterile

B. the first glove is picked up by the inside cuff with one hand, being careful not to touch the outside of the glove

When putting on a pair of sterile gloves before a procedure, which of the following should occur first? A. carefully open glove package, and avoid touching outside of gloves B. wash hands C. place glove package, in center of sterile field in preparation for the procedure D. place on one glove immediately so that one hand is protected and the other is free

B. wash hands

The goal of good sterling technique is to..... A. protect the healthcare worker from infection B. Remove all infected material C. Protect the pt from infection D. protect the pt from infection

C. Protect the pt from infection

When handling a pt with a foley catheter in place, A. the drainage bag should be placed at the same level or higher than the bladder B. it is advisable to clamp the tubing to do a length small bowel study C. avoid kinks in the tubing and keep the drainage bag lower than the bladder D. never let the volume of urine fill more than 30% of the collection bag capacity

C. avoid kinks in the tubing and keep the drainage bag lower than the bladder

Streptococci and bacilli are classified as what type of microorganisms? A. viruses B. fungi C. bacteria D. mold

C. bacteria

Chemical substances capable of killing pathologic microbes are termed.... 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 pt is undergoing. A key strength of using vital sings as an indicator of homeostasis is that they.... A. are subjective and open to interpretation B. are measured using interventional catheters and therefore are very accurate C. can be assessed quickly, and the date is objective D. can be confirmed by asking the pt how he or she feels

C. can be assessed quickly, and the date is objective

Thoracotomy tubes are...... A. used to monitor pulmonary arterial pressures B. central venous lines used to administer parenteral nutrition C. chest tubes used to drain the intraplerual space D. used to administer oxygen with mechanical ventilators

C. chest tubes used to drain the intraplerual space

If the sterility of an object is questionable, which of the following should be done... A. ask an infection control nurse if its acceptable to use the object B. use the object as long as the expiration date has not passed C. consider the object unsterile and do not use it D. consider the object unsterile and do not use it

C. consider the object unsterile and do not use it

By what method, are pathogens spread when a person coughs or sneezes...... A. vector B. vehicle C. droplet D. direct contact

C. droplet

The chain of infection consists of.... A. fomite, vector, reservoir, invasion 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..... 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 situations would required aseptic techniques except..... A. insertion of central venous line B. insertion f an indwelling Foley catheter C. insertion of barium enema tip D. insertion of an angiographic catheter

C. insertion of barium enema tip

The radiographic evaluation of the small and large bowel that has been connected to the skin surface, as a substitute for the unitary bladder with an stony, is typically called a.... A. stomogram B. ureterocele C. loopogram D. vesiculogram

C. loopogram

A sphygmomanometer is used to..... A. hear the heartbeat B. hear the blood pressure C. measure blood pressure D. all of the above

C. measure blood pressure

Any microorganism that causes disease is: A. prokaryotic B. idiopathic C. pathogenic D. iatrogenic

C. pathogenic

A reliable device to measure oxygen saturation levels of arterial blood is a.... A. sphygmomanometer B. Stethoscope C. pulse oximeter D. spirometer

C. pulse oximeter

A reliable device to measure oxygen saturation levels of arterial blood is a......... A. sphygmomanometer B. stethoscope C. pulse oximeter D. spirometer

C. pulse oximeter

The complete killing of all microorganisms is termed: A. surgical asepsis B. medical asepsis C. sterilization D. disinfection

C. sterilization

The preferred location of a central venous line tip is the.... A. jugular vein B. main pulmonary artery C. superior vena cava D. inferior vena cava

C. superior vena cava

In a healthy adult the normal range for blood pressure is.... A. systolic less than 95 mm Hg, diastolic less than 60 mm Hg B. systolic less than 60 mm Hg, diastolic less than 95 mm Hg C. systolic less than 120 mm Hg, diastolic less than 80 mm Hg D. systolic less than 80 mm Hg, diastolic less than 120 mm Hg

C. systolic less than 120 mm Hg, diastolic less than 80 mm Hg

When performing radiographic examinations on pts with chest tubes, A. check for the color of the drainage and record any pale, amber color indicating serous fluid B. the exterior chamber of the assembly must remain higher than the pts chest level to prevent retrograde flow C. the chest drainage system has 3 compartments: collection chamber, water seal chamber, and suction control chamber D. all of these are correct

C. the chest drainage system has 3 compartments: collection chamber, water seal chamber, and suction control chamber

The normal range for oxygen saturation is.... A. 20-25% B. 50-60% C. 80-85% D. 95-100%

D. 95-100%

To confirm the placement of an NG tube in its proper position a physician may use: A. a syringe to remove gastric contents as proof B. Fluoroscopy or radiography for visualization C. Feedback from the pt by asking if he or she can fell it in the stomach D. Both A and B

D. Both A and B

When gowning and gloving for a sterile procedure, it is important to remember that..... A. the techniques are the same as owning for medical asepsis B. sterile gloves must be put on outside of the sterile work area C. when passing a sterile team member, you must pass each other face to face in order to observe any contamination D. after gowning, the front of the town down to the waist, and the sleeves are considered sterile

D. after gowning, the front of the town down to the waist, and the sleeves are considered sterile

Post-procedural care for pts who have had a colon examination should include.... A. instructions for maintaining hydration B. an increase in fluid intake and dietary fiber for a few days after the examination C. an awareness of the change in stool color to an ashen gray color and the importance of eliminating the barium during defecation D. all of these

D. all of these

When working with a non-ambulatory male pt who needs to void, A. ask the pt how much assistance they feel they need and allow them to use a urinal B. after the pt has voided, record the volume of urine in the pts chart, if documentation is required and dispose of the urine in the toilet and rinse the urinal with cold water C. remove your disposable gloves, and wash your hands D. all of these

D. all of these

2 people in sterile attire should pass each other in which of the following ways? A. front to back B. back to front C. front to front D. back to back

D. back to back

The ideal location of the endotracheal tube tip is..... A. just below the junction of the esophagus and trachea B. in the left or right mainstream bronchus C. in the back of the throat D. in the trachea 1-2 in above the carina

D. in the trachea 1-2 in above the carina

All of the following situations would require aseptic techniques except.... 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

D. insertion of an angiographic catheter

All of the following are effective methods of sterilization except.... A. chemical agents B. moist heat C. ultraviolet radiation D. isolation

D. isolation

The flow rate of oxygen therapy is given in... A. cubic meters per minute B. pounds per square inch C. millimeters of mercury D. liters per minute

D. liters per minute

If you suspect the radiologist has unknowingly contaminated their glove, which of the following should you do? A. disregard the contamination as it is their responsibility to know their own contamination B. remain silent so as not to jeopardize the case and complete a sentient event report afterward C. confirm the contamination with a second person, and if there is agreement, inform the radiologist D. make the radiologist aware of the possible contamination immediately

D. make the radiologist aware of the possible contamination immediately

When opening and pouring sterile solutions, A. both the inside and outside of the container are considered sterile as long as it is handled with gloves B. move the sterile basin to the edge of the sterile field C. show the solution name and strength to only the radiologist before pouring D. move the sterile basin to the edge of the sterile field and show the solution name and strength to a qualified worker before pouring

D. move the sterile basin to the edge of the sterile field and show the solution name and strength to a qualified worker before pouring

When opening a sterile tray, your fingers 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

NG tubes are inserted through the pts _____________ with the end of the tube placed in __________. A. mouth; duodenum B. mouth; ileum C. oropharynx; stomach D. nasopharynx; stomach

D. nasopharynx; stomach

Thoracotomy tubes are used to.... A. administer chemotherapeutic drugs B. administer oxygen at high concentrations C. biopsy chest tumors D. reestablish negative intrapleural pressure

D. reestablish negative intrapleural pressure

The inflatable balloon portion of the Foley catheter is typically filled with..... A. radiopaque contrast material B. room air C. carbon dioxide D. sterile water

D. sterile water

To measure blood pressures, you will need a...... A. thermometer and otoscope B. stethoscope and pulse oximeter C. sphygmomanometer and otoscope D. stethoscope and sphygmomanometer

D. stethoscope and sphygmomanometer

When taking a portable chest radiograph on a pt undergoing oxygen therapy..... A. the oxygen delivery system should be low flow only B. it is safe to remove the oxygen delivery during the setup and exposure C. the oxygen should be turned off briefly during the exposure to prevent an electrical spark D. the oxygen should not be removed without the consent of a physician or a respiratory care practitioner

D. the oxygen should not be removed without the consent of a physician or a respiratory care practitioner

This type of transmission occurs when an animal contains and transmits an infectious organism to humans? A. contact transmission B. airborne transmission C. droplet transmission D. vectorborne transmission

D. vectorborne transmission

EXTRA CREDIT This is a sterile x-ray procedure used to see whether the fallopian tubes are patent (open) and if the inside of the uterus (uterine cavity) is normal. What is the name of the procedure? I will take the abbreviation.

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