DaVita PCT Final Exam Questions &
Answers(RATED A)
What factor would influence the "t" of the Kt/V formula - ANSWER Shortened treatment
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Poor wound healing is directly related to - ANSWER Inadequate protein intake
Standing post-treatment BP reading of _____ is considered an abnormal finding -
ANSWER BP systolic greater than 140 or less than 90
What factor would decrease the K of the Kt/V formula - ANSWER Inadequate anti
coagulation
Documentation in the medical record - ANSWER Provides data for the continuity and
planning of patient care
Per physician order and based on individual patient needs, Chronic Kidney Disease
Mineral & Bone Disorder (MBD) is treated with - ANSWER Phosphate binders, vitamin
D, and Calcitriol
What is the most likely reason for a blood leak detector alarm during recirculation -
ANSWER Air bubbles in dialysate or a dirty sensor
The person responsible for implementation, adherence and training of the facility -
ANSWER The FA
Administration of normal saline - ANSWER The teammate must remain with the PT to
monitor the process until administration is complete and lines are secure
The dialysis team prevents additional blood loss by - ANSWER providing appropiate
heparin dose per physician order using good cannulation and proper rinseback after tx.
The psychological assessment completed by the social worker - ANSWER Is completed
initially and annually
Teammates MUST be able to readily identify patients who may require additional
assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation. This will include patients who need
help with or are unable to - ANSWER Both B and C
complete the emergency take off procedure
Evacuate in safe and timely manner due to impairment
Per the CDC, which is the most important route by which pathogens are transmitted in
healthcare settings including dialysis centers? - ANSWER Contact transmission
, A recommended intervention for muscle cramps is - ANSWER Turning the ultrafiltration
(UFR) off.
A patient target weight is - ANSWER Both
Prescribed and determined by physician order
Modified by physician based on patient tolerance
What complication would you expect to see if a patient is exposed to chlorine -
ANSWER Hemolysis
How do you verify that the patient is stable and safe for discharge after treatment -
ANSWER All
Evaluate the effectiveness of the TX by comparing post and pre data
PCTs notify RN if there are any unusual findings
Nurses perform a post TX assessment as required
Why is meticulous hand hygiene so important in healthcare? - ANSWER It is the single
most important intervention in preventing Healthcare Associated Infections HAI
Which of the following may be, but doesn't have to be a sign of hemolysis - ANSWER
Cherry red colored blood in the Venus line
Knowing what caused your patient's renal failure - ANSWER Is important to inquire
about possible problems during data collection and assessment
To assist in survey readiness you should - ANSWER All
Stay current and follow policies and procedures
Assist with internal audits
Maintain a culture of safety
DaVita Quality Index (DQI) success is achieved - ANSWER all of the above
Through managing individual PT first and allowing scores to follow
Through knowing each team members role in improving DQI score
Through the use of continuous quality improvement CQI process to held identify trends
and make improvements
Ultrafiltration is described as - ANSWER Controlled fluid removal by manipulation of
hydrostatic pressure
Water and dialysis cultures are drawn every month in a dialysis unit to monitor -
ANSWER Bacteria and endotoxins
Your immediate intervention for a patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction is -
ANSWER Discontinue the suspected therapy, stop the blood pump, do not return the
blood
Answers(RATED A)
What factor would influence the "t" of the Kt/V formula - ANSWER Shortened treatment
tkme
Poor wound healing is directly related to - ANSWER Inadequate protein intake
Standing post-treatment BP reading of _____ is considered an abnormal finding -
ANSWER BP systolic greater than 140 or less than 90
What factor would decrease the K of the Kt/V formula - ANSWER Inadequate anti
coagulation
Documentation in the medical record - ANSWER Provides data for the continuity and
planning of patient care
Per physician order and based on individual patient needs, Chronic Kidney Disease
Mineral & Bone Disorder (MBD) is treated with - ANSWER Phosphate binders, vitamin
D, and Calcitriol
What is the most likely reason for a blood leak detector alarm during recirculation -
ANSWER Air bubbles in dialysate or a dirty sensor
The person responsible for implementation, adherence and training of the facility -
ANSWER The FA
Administration of normal saline - ANSWER The teammate must remain with the PT to
monitor the process until administration is complete and lines are secure
The dialysis team prevents additional blood loss by - ANSWER providing appropiate
heparin dose per physician order using good cannulation and proper rinseback after tx.
The psychological assessment completed by the social worker - ANSWER Is completed
initially and annually
Teammates MUST be able to readily identify patients who may require additional
assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation. This will include patients who need
help with or are unable to - ANSWER Both B and C
complete the emergency take off procedure
Evacuate in safe and timely manner due to impairment
Per the CDC, which is the most important route by which pathogens are transmitted in
healthcare settings including dialysis centers? - ANSWER Contact transmission
, A recommended intervention for muscle cramps is - ANSWER Turning the ultrafiltration
(UFR) off.
A patient target weight is - ANSWER Both
Prescribed and determined by physician order
Modified by physician based on patient tolerance
What complication would you expect to see if a patient is exposed to chlorine -
ANSWER Hemolysis
How do you verify that the patient is stable and safe for discharge after treatment -
ANSWER All
Evaluate the effectiveness of the TX by comparing post and pre data
PCTs notify RN if there are any unusual findings
Nurses perform a post TX assessment as required
Why is meticulous hand hygiene so important in healthcare? - ANSWER It is the single
most important intervention in preventing Healthcare Associated Infections HAI
Which of the following may be, but doesn't have to be a sign of hemolysis - ANSWER
Cherry red colored blood in the Venus line
Knowing what caused your patient's renal failure - ANSWER Is important to inquire
about possible problems during data collection and assessment
To assist in survey readiness you should - ANSWER All
Stay current and follow policies and procedures
Assist with internal audits
Maintain a culture of safety
DaVita Quality Index (DQI) success is achieved - ANSWER all of the above
Through managing individual PT first and allowing scores to follow
Through knowing each team members role in improving DQI score
Through the use of continuous quality improvement CQI process to held identify trends
and make improvements
Ultrafiltration is described as - ANSWER Controlled fluid removal by manipulation of
hydrostatic pressure
Water and dialysis cultures are drawn every month in a dialysis unit to monitor -
ANSWER Bacteria and endotoxins
Your immediate intervention for a patient experiencing an anaphylactic reaction is -
ANSWER Discontinue the suspected therapy, stop the blood pump, do not return the
blood
