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ARRT REGISTRY EXAM REVIEW EXAM Original Questions with
Answers & Rationales
SECTION 1: PATIENT CARE
1. Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a
patient who is unresponsive?
A) Begin chest compressions
B) Assess the scene for safety and check responsiveness
C) Administer oxygen
D) Call for help only
Answer: B
Rationale: The first step is to ensure scene safety and check if
the patient is responsive. This determines the next course of
action (call for help, begin CPR, etc.).
2. The recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult
CPR (single rescuer) is:
A) 15:2
B) 30:2
C) 5:1
D) 100:1
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Answer: B
Rationale: Current guidelines recommend 30 compressions to 2
breaths for adult CPR.
3. A patient experiences a severe allergic reaction with airway
swelling and hypotension. The priority drug is:
A) Diphenhydramine
B) Epinephrine
C) Corticosteroids
D) Albuterol only
Answer: B
Rationale: Epinephrine is first-line for anaphylaxis, treating
airway swelling and hypotension.
4. A patient has a blood pressure of 80/50 mm Hg, tachycardia,
and cool, clammy skin. The radiographer recognizes:
A) Hypertension
B) Shock
C) Anxiety only
D) Normal findings only
Answer: B
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Rationale: Hypotension, tachycardia, and cool/clammy skin
indicate shock—requires immediate intervention.
5. Which of the following is a sign of hypoglycemia?
A) Hot, dry skin
B) Sweating, trembling, confusion, and hunger
C) Bradycardia only
D) Hypertension only
Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoglycemia: sweating, tremors, confusion, and
hunger from low blood glucose.
6. A patient with diabetes becomes unresponsive. The
radiographer should:
A) Give insulin
B) Check blood glucose if possible and treat for hypoglycemia
per protocol
C) Give orange juice orally
D) Do nothing only
Answer: B
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Rationale: If hypoglycemia is suspected and the patient is
unresponsive, follow emergency protocol (do not give oral
fluids to unconscious patients).
7. The most important infection control measure is:
A) Wearing gloves always
B) Hand hygiene
C) Wearing masks
D) Isolation only
Answer: B
Rationale: Hand hygiene is the single most important infection
control measure.
8. Standard precautions include:
A) Gloves for all patient contact always
B) Hand hygiene and use of PPE based on anticipated exposure
C) Masks at all times
D) Gowns for all contact only
Answer: B
Rationale: Standard precautions: hand hygiene and appropriate
PPE based on exposure risk.
ARRT REGISTRY EXAM REVIEW EXAM Original Questions with
Answers & Rationales
SECTION 1: PATIENT CARE
1. Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a
patient who is unresponsive?
A) Begin chest compressions
B) Assess the scene for safety and check responsiveness
C) Administer oxygen
D) Call for help only
Answer: B
Rationale: The first step is to ensure scene safety and check if
the patient is responsive. This determines the next course of
action (call for help, begin CPR, etc.).
2. The recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult
CPR (single rescuer) is:
A) 15:2
B) 30:2
C) 5:1
D) 100:1
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Answer: B
Rationale: Current guidelines recommend 30 compressions to 2
breaths for adult CPR.
3. A patient experiences a severe allergic reaction with airway
swelling and hypotension. The priority drug is:
A) Diphenhydramine
B) Epinephrine
C) Corticosteroids
D) Albuterol only
Answer: B
Rationale: Epinephrine is first-line for anaphylaxis, treating
airway swelling and hypotension.
4. A patient has a blood pressure of 80/50 mm Hg, tachycardia,
and cool, clammy skin. The radiographer recognizes:
A) Hypertension
B) Shock
C) Anxiety only
D) Normal findings only
Answer: B
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Rationale: Hypotension, tachycardia, and cool/clammy skin
indicate shock—requires immediate intervention.
5. Which of the following is a sign of hypoglycemia?
A) Hot, dry skin
B) Sweating, trembling, confusion, and hunger
C) Bradycardia only
D) Hypertension only
Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoglycemia: sweating, tremors, confusion, and
hunger from low blood glucose.
6. A patient with diabetes becomes unresponsive. The
radiographer should:
A) Give insulin
B) Check blood glucose if possible and treat for hypoglycemia
per protocol
C) Give orange juice orally
D) Do nothing only
Answer: B
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Rationale: If hypoglycemia is suspected and the patient is
unresponsive, follow emergency protocol (do not give oral
fluids to unconscious patients).
7. The most important infection control measure is:
A) Wearing gloves always
B) Hand hygiene
C) Wearing masks
D) Isolation only
Answer: B
Rationale: Hand hygiene is the single most important infection
control measure.
8. Standard precautions include:
A) Gloves for all patient contact always
B) Hand hygiene and use of PPE based on anticipated exposure
C) Masks at all times
D) Gowns for all contact only
Answer: B
Rationale: Standard precautions: hand hygiene and appropriate
PPE based on exposure risk.
