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CCHT Certification Exam Guide 2025: 200+ Practice Questions, Dialysis Calculations, AAMI Standards, and Patient Safety Protocols

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THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE CCHT 2025 EXAM PREP GUIDE IS HERE! Go beyond simple definitions and master the complex calculations, critical protocols, and clinical judgment required to become a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician. This CCHT Certification Exam Guide 2025 is your all-in-one resource, featuring 200+ challenging practice questions and verified answers that cover every cognitive domain of the national exam. This Ultimate Guide Covers What Other Guides Miss: Master Technical Calculations: Conquer difficult math problems like calculating fluid removal using Kuf and TMP (e.g., "A dialyzer with a Kuf of 12 and a TMP of 120 will remove how many mL/hr?") and understand dialysate conductivity. Ace Protocol & Safety Questions: Demystify AAMI standards for water quality (200 CFU/mL), dialyzer reuse, and quality control. Learn the step-by-step procedures for the buttonhole technique and managing chemical reactions from germicides. Develop Expert Clinical Judgment: Learn to troubleshoot complex scenarios involving clotting dialyzers, rising venous pressure, venous stenosis, and access complications. Understand the "why" behind every action. In-Depth Core Knowledge: Solidify your understanding of renal anatomy (nephron), endocrine kidney functions (Erythropoietin, Vitamin D), and the leading causes of ESRD. Professional Practice: Navigate questions on professional boundaries, the role of the dialysis technician as the most important safety monitor, and key organizations like the National Association of Nephrology Technicians (NANT). Why This Guide is Non-Negotiable for Your Success: Unmatched Depth & Breadth: This is the most detailed guide available, covering everything from basic anatomy to advanced technical troubleshooting, ensuring there are no surprises on exam day. Build Real-World Competence: The scenarios and questions train you to think like an experienced technician, preparing you not just for the test, but for a successful career on the clinic floor. Aligns with Certification Bodies: The content is meticulously aligned with the requirements of major credentialing agencies like the National Nephrology Certification Organization (NNCO) and BONENT. Ideal for Intensive Programs: This guide is perfectly suited for students in dedicated nephrology technology programs, often coded as ALHT 305, where deep, applied knowledge is the standard. Don't settle for a basic study guide. Invest in the comprehensive resource that delivers the depth of knowledge you need to excel. Add to cart and achieve CCHT certification with confidence!

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"First use syndrome" is a hypersensitivity reaction to a dialyzer. It is characterized
by:
a) poor rinseback, dialyzer clotting, low residual HBV
b) increased recirculation, high venous pressures, poor clearance
c) back pain, anxiety, tachycardia, wheezing, circulatory collapse
d) fever, chills, and malaise which may be self-limiting
- answer-C) back pain, anxiety, tachycardia, wheezing, circulatory collapse

A dialyzer with a ultrafiltration coefficient of 12, (Kuf of 12) and a TMP of 120
will remove how many mL of fluid per hour?
a) 240
b) 1200
c) 1440
d) 2400
- answer-C) 1440

A nephron is made up of:
a) a glomerulus and a tubule
b) the nephrons and a capsule
c) the loop of henle and the capillary ball
d) the bladder and the ureter
- answer-A) a glomerulus and a tubule

A patient who is fluid overloaded will probably have which of the following sets of
symptoms. Symptoms may be mild or severe
a) tachycardia, hypertension, dyspnea
b) fever, chills, malaise, localized tenderness
c) hives, wheezing, anxiety, hypotension
d) bradycardia, aches in large muscles, difficulty walking
- answer-A) tachycardia, hypertension, dyspnea

, A rapid pulse of 104 beats/min would indicate that the patient has:
a) bradycardia
b) tachycardia
c) an arrhythmia
d) atrial flutter
- answer-b) tachycardia

A semipermeable membrane is a porus barrier that:
a) allows for only certain sized particles to cross
b) prevents fungal contamination
c) can distinguish between particles
d) is biocompatible, non toxic, and hypoallergenic
- answer-A) allows for only certain sized particles to cross

AAMI standards recommend quality control activities before a reprocessed
dialyzer is used on a patient. How many people must check the dialyzer to verify
quality control information?
a) the patient, only as long as he or she is sighted
b) 2 people, one of whom should be the patient
c) the medical director and the charge nurse
d) 2 registered nurses and a patient care technician
- answer-B) 2 people, one of whom should be the patient

According to AAMI standards, bacteriologic testing for water and dialysate should
take place:
a( daily
b) weekly
c) monthly
d) yearly
- answer-C) monthly

According to the AAMI standards, the total microbial count of water used to
prepare dialysate shall not exceed:
a) 200 CFU/mL
b) 400 CFU/mL
c) 800 CFU/mL
d) 1000 CFU/mL
- answer-A) 200 CFU/mL

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