Fresenius PCT Practice Test

Which of the following would keep KECN values stable during treatment: a. missed heparin dose b. BFR set as prescribed c. clotting in dialyzer d. poor arterial flow from the access - answer-BFR set as prescribed What should you do with a sharps container in the event of a flood? - answer-lock, seal and place them in a bio-hazard storage room What type of access has the lowest complication rate? - answer-fistula What must you do when using the emergency hand crank during a power outage? - answer-check to ensure 300 mLs of normal saline is in the bag What term is used to define a failure to follow established procedure, treatment prescription, or an event that causes patient injury or death? - answer-adverse event What does a near miss do? - answer-Helps identify a risk to patient safety and reduce the risk of patient injury. A patient begins to experience faintness, double vision and clammy hands. What is the cause? - answer-hypotension