1. The radiation therapist is responsible for which of the following?
I. Delivering radiation therapy treatments
II. Monitoring and operating sophisticated equipment
III. Maintaining detailed records of treatment
IV. Producing the patient's treatment plan
a. I and II
b. I, II, and III
c. I, III, and IV
d. I, II, and IV correct answers B
Radiation therapists deliver radiation therapy treatments, monitor and operate sophisticated
radiation-producing equipment, and maintain detailed treatment records. Producing the patient's
treatment plan is the responsibility of a dosimetrist.
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2. Informed consent consists of which of the following?
I. Purpose
II. Treatment alternatives
III. Benefits and risks
IV. Disclaimer
a. I and II
b. I and III
c. I, II, and III
d. I, II, III, and IV correct answers D
, Before receiving treatment, patients must receive an explanation of their status, treatment
alternatives, and consequences associated with and without treatment, to provide informed
consent to any procedures.
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3. The comprehensive electronic medical record (EMR) in radiation oncology may include all
except which of the following?
a. Patient's history and physical
b. Schedules
c. Clinical charting
d. Radiation treatment details correct answers A
The EMR in radiation oncology may be limited to clinical charting and radiation treatment
details. A comprehensive record in radiation oncology may include all medical and
administrative aspects of the patient's experience with the radiation treatment center: schedules,
communications from referring physicians and external diagnostic facilities, and reimbursement
information.
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4. Which of the following is a series of documentation and activities performed with the purpose
of optimizing patient care?
a. Quality control
b. Quality auditing
c. Quality assurance (QA) program
d. Quality of life correct answers C
Regulatory and accrediting agencies establish standards to which a radiation oncology facility
must adhere. The QA program consists of activities and documentation performed with the goal
of optimizing patient care. The treatment chart is the primary component of an institution's
quality assurance program.