RTBC Patient Care Exam Questions
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Streptococcus is a type of: - ANSWERS-bacteria
What two procedures require a non-sterile aseptic technique? - ANSWERS-Insertion of a
nasogastric tube
Insertion of a barium enema tip
The vein of the antecubital fossa that is the first choice for venipuncture is the: - ANSWERS-
median cubital
How can paralanguage be used to improve the quality of communication with one's patient? -
ANSWERS-make sure to speak distinctly when giving instructions for positioning
A 75-year-old outpatient comes into the imaging department for a scheduled double-contrast
barium enema procedure. Per the patient, she has skipped her morning medications but took
her insulin as prescribed. As you are explaining the procedure to her, she complains about
feeling weak. You notice she has become diaphoretic and confused. Her speech has also
become slurred. You should suspect a: - ANSWERS-Diabetic insulin reaction
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease resulting from a chronic disorder of: - ANSWERS-blood
glucose metabolism
What medications are considered analgesics? - ANSWERS-Acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin
, The best communication method for dealing with preschool age children that are having
radiographic procedures that may be painful is to: - ANSWERS-Describe the sensation they may
experience
If a patient develops a pulmonary edema after contrast administration, and they don't respond
to conservative treatment, which emergency medication can be administered intravenously? -
ANSWERS-Lasix
Which type of isolation precaution may be used for patients who are highly susceptible to
becoming infected, like those with leukemia? - ANSWERS-Expanded precautions
If extravasation occurs during an intravenous injection of contrast media, correct treatment
includes which of the following? - ANSWERS-Remove the needle immediately
Apply pressure to vein until bleeding stops
Watch for improvement in the initial signs and symptoms
When performing venipuncture, a tourniquet is placed where in relation to injection site? -
ANSWERS-2-4 inches proximal to the injection site
When preparing to assist a patient with a fractured leg from a wheelchair to the xray table, the
technologist should: - ANSWERS-Position the wheelchair so the non-fractured leg is on the side
closest to the table
What two radiologic examinations require a patient to be NPO for 8-12 hours prior to
procedure? - ANSWERS-Barium enema and small bowel follow through
The term extravasation means: - ANSWERS-Leakage of intravenous fluids into surrounding
tissues
with Complete Solutions12
Streptococcus is a type of: - ANSWERS-bacteria
What two procedures require a non-sterile aseptic technique? - ANSWERS-Insertion of a
nasogastric tube
Insertion of a barium enema tip
The vein of the antecubital fossa that is the first choice for venipuncture is the: - ANSWERS-
median cubital
How can paralanguage be used to improve the quality of communication with one's patient? -
ANSWERS-make sure to speak distinctly when giving instructions for positioning
A 75-year-old outpatient comes into the imaging department for a scheduled double-contrast
barium enema procedure. Per the patient, she has skipped her morning medications but took
her insulin as prescribed. As you are explaining the procedure to her, she complains about
feeling weak. You notice she has become diaphoretic and confused. Her speech has also
become slurred. You should suspect a: - ANSWERS-Diabetic insulin reaction
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease resulting from a chronic disorder of: - ANSWERS-blood
glucose metabolism
What medications are considered analgesics? - ANSWERS-Acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin
, The best communication method for dealing with preschool age children that are having
radiographic procedures that may be painful is to: - ANSWERS-Describe the sensation they may
experience
If a patient develops a pulmonary edema after contrast administration, and they don't respond
to conservative treatment, which emergency medication can be administered intravenously? -
ANSWERS-Lasix
Which type of isolation precaution may be used for patients who are highly susceptible to
becoming infected, like those with leukemia? - ANSWERS-Expanded precautions
If extravasation occurs during an intravenous injection of contrast media, correct treatment
includes which of the following? - ANSWERS-Remove the needle immediately
Apply pressure to vein until bleeding stops
Watch for improvement in the initial signs and symptoms
When performing venipuncture, a tourniquet is placed where in relation to injection site? -
ANSWERS-2-4 inches proximal to the injection site
When preparing to assist a patient with a fractured leg from a wheelchair to the xray table, the
technologist should: - ANSWERS-Position the wheelchair so the non-fractured leg is on the side
closest to the table
What two radiologic examinations require a patient to be NPO for 8-12 hours prior to
procedure? - ANSWERS-Barium enema and small bowel follow through
The term extravasation means: - ANSWERS-Leakage of intravenous fluids into surrounding
tissues
