Patient Care Tech Practice Test 2.0 A 2023/2024

A patient care tech is performing an EKG for a patient that is 1 day post-op following a right leg above-the-knee amputation. In which of the following places should the technician place the right lower limb electrode? - ANSWER-Right lower abdomen A patient care tech is observing a patient who is ambulating using a walker. Which of the following actions by the patient demonstrates correct technique? - ANSWER-The patient advances the walker 25.4 to 45.7 cm (10 to 18 in) in front of their legs. A patient care tech should identify that which of the following is the minimum preferred volume of urine for a routine analysis. - ANSWER-Although laboratory technicians prefer 50 mL for performing a routine urinalysis, 30 mL is the minimum preferred amount for a urinalysis. A patient care tech is attending a class about safety. Which of the following acronyms should the technician use to remember how to operate a fire extinguisher? - ANSWER-The technician should use the acronym PASS when using a fire extinguisher. First, the technician should pull (P) the pin to unlock the handle. Next, the technician should aim (A) low at the base of the fire. Then, the technician should squeeze (S) the handle. Finally, the technician should sweep (S) the extinguisher from side to side. A patient care tech is cleaning urine off of an examination table. Which of the following disposal containers should the technician use to dispose of a urine-soiled washcloth? - ANSWER-Impermeable laundry bag Which of the following EKG Findings differentiates accelerated idioventricular rhythm from junctional rhythm. - ANSWER-Accelerated idioventricular rhythm has wide QRS complexes. A patient care tech is caring for a patient who has a stage III pressure ulcer. Which of the following manifestations should the tech expect? - ANSWER-The subcutaneous fat is visible, and there is drainage from the wound. A patient care tech receives orders to collect an infant screening card, o2 levels, bilirubin, and DNA. Which of the following should be collected first? - ANSWER-o2 levels Which of the following tubes should be collected first for dermal samples? - ANSWER-Lavendar Top