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Exam 1 RTE 1503 ACTUAL UPDATED
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What are Elizabeth Kubler-Ross 5 stages of dying & grief? - CORRECT ANSWER -
denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
Denial - CORRECT ANSWER - initial reaction to grief and should be supported by
silence and acceptance of the person without discussion of deathA
Anger - CORRECT ANSWER - may occur as a result of the realization that life will be
interrupted before everything the person planned has been accomplished and feeling that the
person will soon be forgotten
Bargaining - CORRECT ANSWER - focuses on hope and may be based in religion
Depression - CORRECT ANSWER - comes with the realization of the inevitability of
death. the feeling is accompanied by a desire for death as a release from suffering . (Permit this
Behavior)
Acceptance - CORRECT ANSWER - can only occur if enough time is provided and if the
patient is appropriately helped through the other stages. this stage is characterized by a near total
lack of feelings
What are the levels of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - CORRECT ANSWER - model of
human needs developed by Abraham Maslow, original hierarchy identifies two types of needs:
deficiency and growth needs were further divided into seven levels, four at the deficiency needs
lever (physiologic, safety, belongingness, and love and esteem) and the three in the upper growth
needs level (the need to know and understand, aesthetic, and self-actualization)
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - CORRECT ANSWER - Model of human needs developed
by Abraham Maslow
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self-actualization - CORRECT ANSWER - Maslow suggests that people strive from a
basic level of physiologic needs toward a level of
Expected death - CORRECT ANSWER - because of age or disease, study shows that for
most people the crisis is not death but where and how it will occur. be sympathetic and help
through grieving
Unexpected death - CORRECT ANSWER - death that occurs unexpectedly and from 1 to
24 hours after the onset of symptoms; CALL CODE
Words and phrases to avoid when referring to older patients - CORRECT ANSWER -
geriatric, senior citizens or golden agers, it constitutes prejudice and discrimination, Avoid
talking loudly or using childish terms when speaking to an older patient unless they are hearing
impaired
Geriatric group - CORRECT ANSWER - divided into three stages:1. Young-old- 65-74
years old- healthy and active2. Old-old- 75-84 years old- transitional3. Oldest-old- 85 and older-
Frail and infirmed
Gerontology - CORRECT ANSWER - the study of aging and disease of older adults
Seriously Ill and Traumatized Patients - CORRECT ANSWER - May act differently from
other patients because of pain, stress, or anxiety.
First the technologist should try to communicate with the patient to determine his or her
coherence level.
Inability or unwillingness to communicate can be caused by many factors, including pain, shock,
medication reaction, and disorientation.
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Working quickly and efficiently while continuing to communicate with the patient is important,
even if no response from the patient is forthcoming. Letting the patient know what is going on
during a procedure can be reassuring, even when no apparent sign of understanding is evident.
Watching for visual indications of changes in vital signs becomes especially important
Visually impaired patients - CORRECT ANSWER - The technologist should attempt to
gain the patient's confidence as soon as possible by giving clear instructions before the
examination, as well as informing him or her of what is occurring at all times. Reassuring the
patient through a gentle touch establishes that someone is near if needed. Continued verbal
communication assists persons who are blind and visually impaired with satisfying many of the
basic needs attributed to Maslow.
These individuals are blind, not deaf, and talking loudly cannot make them see.
Speech-Impaired and Hearing-Impaired patients: - CORRECT ANSWER - For persons
who can read, the primary means of communication can be writing. The technologist must not
insult the patient's intelligence by attempting to simplify terminology. hearing ability does not
control intelligence.
Pantomime and demonstration work well with hearing-impaired patients. For example: Counting
to three on your fingers, pinching your nose, and taking a deep breath symbolizes to the patient
that you need him or her to hold their breath while you count to three. Patients should
demonstrate instructions in return to make sure they understand.
provide sign language expert as necessary.
Non-English speaking patients - CORRECT ANSWER - Effective interaction with these
patients is greatly enhanced by using touch, facial expressions, and pantomime.
Nearly all such patients understand basic words such as yes, no, and stop. Everyone appreciates
any attempt to speak his or her language, even if only to say yes and no.
Exam 1 RTE 1503 ACTUAL UPDATED
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What are Elizabeth Kubler-Ross 5 stages of dying & grief? - CORRECT ANSWER -
denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
Denial - CORRECT ANSWER - initial reaction to grief and should be supported by
silence and acceptance of the person without discussion of deathA
Anger - CORRECT ANSWER - may occur as a result of the realization that life will be
interrupted before everything the person planned has been accomplished and feeling that the
person will soon be forgotten
Bargaining - CORRECT ANSWER - focuses on hope and may be based in religion
Depression - CORRECT ANSWER - comes with the realization of the inevitability of
death. the feeling is accompanied by a desire for death as a release from suffering . (Permit this
Behavior)
Acceptance - CORRECT ANSWER - can only occur if enough time is provided and if the
patient is appropriately helped through the other stages. this stage is characterized by a near total
lack of feelings
What are the levels of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - CORRECT ANSWER - model of
human needs developed by Abraham Maslow, original hierarchy identifies two types of needs:
deficiency and growth needs were further divided into seven levels, four at the deficiency needs
lever (physiologic, safety, belongingness, and love and esteem) and the three in the upper growth
needs level (the need to know and understand, aesthetic, and self-actualization)
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - CORRECT ANSWER - Model of human needs developed
by Abraham Maslow
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self-actualization - CORRECT ANSWER - Maslow suggests that people strive from a
basic level of physiologic needs toward a level of
Expected death - CORRECT ANSWER - because of age or disease, study shows that for
most people the crisis is not death but where and how it will occur. be sympathetic and help
through grieving
Unexpected death - CORRECT ANSWER - death that occurs unexpectedly and from 1 to
24 hours after the onset of symptoms; CALL CODE
Words and phrases to avoid when referring to older patients - CORRECT ANSWER -
geriatric, senior citizens or golden agers, it constitutes prejudice and discrimination, Avoid
talking loudly or using childish terms when speaking to an older patient unless they are hearing
impaired
Geriatric group - CORRECT ANSWER - divided into three stages:1. Young-old- 65-74
years old- healthy and active2. Old-old- 75-84 years old- transitional3. Oldest-old- 85 and older-
Frail and infirmed
Gerontology - CORRECT ANSWER - the study of aging and disease of older adults
Seriously Ill and Traumatized Patients - CORRECT ANSWER - May act differently from
other patients because of pain, stress, or anxiety.
First the technologist should try to communicate with the patient to determine his or her
coherence level.
Inability or unwillingness to communicate can be caused by many factors, including pain, shock,
medication reaction, and disorientation.
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Working quickly and efficiently while continuing to communicate with the patient is important,
even if no response from the patient is forthcoming. Letting the patient know what is going on
during a procedure can be reassuring, even when no apparent sign of understanding is evident.
Watching for visual indications of changes in vital signs becomes especially important
Visually impaired patients - CORRECT ANSWER - The technologist should attempt to
gain the patient's confidence as soon as possible by giving clear instructions before the
examination, as well as informing him or her of what is occurring at all times. Reassuring the
patient through a gentle touch establishes that someone is near if needed. Continued verbal
communication assists persons who are blind and visually impaired with satisfying many of the
basic needs attributed to Maslow.
These individuals are blind, not deaf, and talking loudly cannot make them see.
Speech-Impaired and Hearing-Impaired patients: - CORRECT ANSWER - For persons
who can read, the primary means of communication can be writing. The technologist must not
insult the patient's intelligence by attempting to simplify terminology. hearing ability does not
control intelligence.
Pantomime and demonstration work well with hearing-impaired patients. For example: Counting
to three on your fingers, pinching your nose, and taking a deep breath symbolizes to the patient
that you need him or her to hold their breath while you count to three. Patients should
demonstrate instructions in return to make sure they understand.
provide sign language expert as necessary.
Non-English speaking patients - CORRECT ANSWER - Effective interaction with these
patients is greatly enhanced by using touch, facial expressions, and pantomime.
Nearly all such patients understand basic words such as yes, no, and stop. Everyone appreciates
any attempt to speak his or her language, even if only to say yes and no.
