DAVITA PCT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ 2025/2026
What factor would influence the "t" of the Kt/V formula - ANS Shortened treatment tkme
Poor wound healing is directly related to - ANS Inadequate protein intake
Standing post-treatment BP reading of _____ is considered an abnormal finding - ANS BP
systolic greater than 140 or less than 90
What factor would decrease the K of the Kt/V formula - ANS Inadequate anti coagulation
Documentation in the medical record - ANS 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 - ANS Phosphate binders, vitamin D, and Calcitriol
What is the most likely reason for a blood leak detector alarm during recirculation - ANS Air
bubbles in dialysate or a dirty sensor
The person responsible for implementation, adherence and training of the facility - ANS The
FA
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, Administration of normal saline - ANS 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 - ANS providing appropiate heparin dose
per physician order using good cannulation and proper rinseback after tx.
The psychological assessment completed by the social worker - ANS 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 - ANS 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? - ANS Contact transmission
A recommended intervention for muscle cramps is - ANS Turning the ultrafiltration (UFR) off.
A patient target weight is - ANS 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 -
ANS Hemolysis
How do you verify that the patient is stable and safe for discharge after treatment - ANS All
Evaluate the effectiveness of the TX by comparing post and pre data
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AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ 2025/2026
What factor would influence the "t" of the Kt/V formula - ANS Shortened treatment tkme
Poor wound healing is directly related to - ANS Inadequate protein intake
Standing post-treatment BP reading of _____ is considered an abnormal finding - ANS BP
systolic greater than 140 or less than 90
What factor would decrease the K of the Kt/V formula - ANS Inadequate anti coagulation
Documentation in the medical record - ANS 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 - ANS Phosphate binders, vitamin D, and Calcitriol
What is the most likely reason for a blood leak detector alarm during recirculation - ANS Air
bubbles in dialysate or a dirty sensor
The person responsible for implementation, adherence and training of the facility - ANS The
FA
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, Administration of normal saline - ANS 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 - ANS providing appropiate heparin dose
per physician order using good cannulation and proper rinseback after tx.
The psychological assessment completed by the social worker - ANS 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 - ANS 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? - ANS Contact transmission
A recommended intervention for muscle cramps is - ANS Turning the ultrafiltration (UFR) off.
A patient target weight is - ANS 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 -
ANS Hemolysis
How do you verify that the patient is stable and safe for discharge after treatment - ANS All
Evaluate the effectiveness of the TX by comparing post and pre data
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