PCT Final Exam questions and correct answers| Latest

PCT Final Exam questions and correct answers| Latest In those states that do not require a nursing assessment to be completed prior to treatment initiation, the PCT would be required to report abnormal patient data collection findings (Y/N, when) Yes If your facility dialyzes Hepatitis B positive patients, which assignment would NOT be an appropriate patient care assignment? Which patient care assignments are appropriate when caring for Hepatitis B patients? • Caring for HBsAg positive and Hepatitis B immune patients at the same time • Caring for Hepatitis B susceptible patients and those in the process of receiving the vaccination at the same time • Caring for Hepatitis B immune and susceptible patients at the same time What could be the reason(s) for a conductivity alarm on the dialysis machine? - When the dialysate is mixed incorrectly or there is no water, acid or bicarb (NOTE: dialysate can be mixed improperly and machine still goes into conductivity because sodium is the primary ion contributing to conductivity) - Debris or precipitate in the lines/filter - Equipment failure or machine needing calibration A PCT greets a patient and the patient reports feeling short of breath. The PCT notices that the patient's lips have a blue hue. The PCT would: What is the role of the PCT prior to treatment initiation? • Complete data collection and PCT must notify the RN if there are any abnormal findings prior to initiation of tx Water treatment is needed in the dialysis setting to: What are the two reasons for water treatment? • Prevent equipment damage • Patient safety Documentation in the medical record What are the four reasons why we document in the medical record?