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The technologist is preparing to obtain a set of vital signs.
Which is the most important factor for the technologist to
consider when measuring patient vital signs?
Ans: A-Environmental factors play a minor role on patient
vital signs
B-Documentation of vital signs requires timely and
accurate recording
C-Measuring equipment must suit the patient's condition
and characteristics**
D-Normal limits are very narrow and are generally the
same for all patients
The nursing assistant reports the following vital signs for
four patients just evaluated. Which patient should the
nurse see first?
Pretest - Stuvia US
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Ans: A-25 respirations per minute for a toddler
B-38 respirations per minute for a newborn
C-12 respirations per minute for an 8 yo**
D-14 respirations per minute for an adult patient
The patient is morbidly obese and the technologist uses a
blood pressure cuff that is too narrow for the patient's
arm. What problem will the technologist encounter
because of the cuff used?
Ans: A-The Korotkoff sounds would not be heard
B-Only a palpable BP could be obtained
C-The stethoscope could not be positioned correctly
D-Afalse high BP reading would occur**
At what distance above the antecubital fossa does the
technologist position a blood pressure cuff when using the
brachial artery to measure BP?
Pretest - Stuvia US
,3
Ans: A- 0.6 cm (1/4 inch)
B-1.3 cm (1/2 inch)
C-2.5 cm (1 inch)**
D-5.1 cm (2 inches)
A patient has and electronic blood pressure cuff that
inflates every 15 minutes for a reading. Which activity by
the radiography student would require the technologist to
intervene?
Ans: A-The alarm limits on the electronic device are
checked frequently
B-The cuff is removed every 2 hours for a skin assessment
C-The cuff is rotated to the other extremity every few
hours as possible
D-The cuff is positioned carefully on the gown sleeve for
comfort**
A patient born without arms needs to have a blood
pressure assessment. Which artery should the technologist
use to most accurately obtain this measurement?
Pretest - Stuvia US
, 4
Ans: A-Carotid
B-Popliteal**
C-Brachial
D-Femoral
The technologist is caring for a lethargic, 18yo patient
with a respiratory rate of 32 breaths per minute. What is
the first action the technologist should take?
Ans: A-Notify the health care provider
B-Reassess the respiratory rate
C-Assess the remaining vital signs
D-Place the patient in high-Fowler's position**
The patient is hypotensive after hemodialysis. Which
interventions should the technologist implement to
prevent complications from hypotension?
Ans: A-Place the patient in the supine position**
B-Elevate the head of the bed
C-Place the patient on seizure precautions
D-provide warm blankets
Pretest - Stuvia US
advanced clinical skills Questions with
Correct Answers for Specific Exam
The technologist is preparing to obtain a set of vital signs.
Which is the most important factor for the technologist to
consider when measuring patient vital signs?
Ans: A-Environmental factors play a minor role on patient
vital signs
B-Documentation of vital signs requires timely and
accurate recording
C-Measuring equipment must suit the patient's condition
and characteristics**
D-Normal limits are very narrow and are generally the
same for all patients
The nursing assistant reports the following vital signs for
four patients just evaluated. Which patient should the
nurse see first?
Pretest - Stuvia US
,2
Ans: A-25 respirations per minute for a toddler
B-38 respirations per minute for a newborn
C-12 respirations per minute for an 8 yo**
D-14 respirations per minute for an adult patient
The patient is morbidly obese and the technologist uses a
blood pressure cuff that is too narrow for the patient's
arm. What problem will the technologist encounter
because of the cuff used?
Ans: A-The Korotkoff sounds would not be heard
B-Only a palpable BP could be obtained
C-The stethoscope could not be positioned correctly
D-Afalse high BP reading would occur**
At what distance above the antecubital fossa does the
technologist position a blood pressure cuff when using the
brachial artery to measure BP?
Pretest - Stuvia US
,3
Ans: A- 0.6 cm (1/4 inch)
B-1.3 cm (1/2 inch)
C-2.5 cm (1 inch)**
D-5.1 cm (2 inches)
A patient has and electronic blood pressure cuff that
inflates every 15 minutes for a reading. Which activity by
the radiography student would require the technologist to
intervene?
Ans: A-The alarm limits on the electronic device are
checked frequently
B-The cuff is removed every 2 hours for a skin assessment
C-The cuff is rotated to the other extremity every few
hours as possible
D-The cuff is positioned carefully on the gown sleeve for
comfort**
A patient born without arms needs to have a blood
pressure assessment. Which artery should the technologist
use to most accurately obtain this measurement?
Pretest - Stuvia US
, 4
Ans: A-Carotid
B-Popliteal**
C-Brachial
D-Femoral
The technologist is caring for a lethargic, 18yo patient
with a respiratory rate of 32 breaths per minute. What is
the first action the technologist should take?
Ans: A-Notify the health care provider
B-Reassess the respiratory rate
C-Assess the remaining vital signs
D-Place the patient in high-Fowler's position**
The patient is hypotensive after hemodialysis. Which
interventions should the technologist implement to
prevent complications from hypotension?
Ans: A-Place the patient in the supine position**
B-Elevate the head of the bed
C-Place the patient on seizure precautions
D-provide warm blankets
Pretest - Stuvia US
