HESI Radiography Practice Test
1a Questions & Correct Answers
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A patient received 100 ml of IV contrast media as a part of an abdominal computed tomography
(CT) scan, as well as 500 ml of dilute, oral contrast, prior to coming to Radiology for a separate
order, an intravenous urogram (IVU). The patient's creatinine is 0.4 mg/dl and BUN is 36 mg/dl.
Why should this IVU be rescheduled?
A. The presence of the previous oral contrast in the abdomen precludes an IVU.
B. The lab values indicate increased risk for contrast injection.
C. The lab values indicate that the contrast would not be excreted in sufficient quantity to be
useful for an IVU.
D. The presence of the previous intravenous contrast precludes an IVU - correct answer ✔✔A
The radiographer is assisting a patient to move from a wheelchair to the x-ray table. Which
represents the safest practice by the radiographer when moving this patient?
A. Maintain the center of gravity over the base of support.
B. Extend the arms as far as possible to increase the base of support.
C. Bend at the waist so the center of gravity is midway between the patient and the base of
support.
D. Reduce the base of support slightly so the center of gravity is easier to maintain. - correct
answer ✔✔A
Which term best describes the process of cleaning the surfaces in a radiology department with
10% bleach solution in water?
,A. Sterile technique
B. Medical asepsis
C. Sterilization
D. Surgical asepsis - correct answer ✔✔B
Which action is best taught to the patient using the communication technique of
demonstration?
A. The correct positioning for a particular projection.
B. Instructions for donning and removing a patient gown.
C. The correct direction to face when sitting at the radiography table.
D. Direction on where to sit relative to the radiography table. - correct answer ✔✔A
Which actions should the radiographer take to help prevent acquired infections in hospitals or
clinics? (Select the four that apply.)
A. Placing used needles in sharps containers.
B. Placing biologically soiled linen in biohazard linen bags.
C. Wearing exam gloves and changing them between each patient.
D. Placing used syringes in isolated trash receptacles.
E. Washing hands frequently and using hand lotion afterward. - correct answer ✔✔A. Placing
used needles in sharps containers.
B. Placing biologically soiled linen in biohazard linen bags.
C. Wearing exam gloves and changing them between each patient.
E. Washing hands frequently and using hand lotion afterward.
,Identify the medical conditions in a patient's history which should be cleared by the radiologist
before injection of an ionic, water soluble, injectable contrast agent. (Select the four that apply.)
A. Pheochromocytoma
B. Age over 40
C. Compromised renal function
D. Diabetes
E. Sickle cell anemia - correct answer ✔✔A. Pheochromocytoma
C. Compromised renal function
D. Diabetes
E. Sickle cell anemia
Which steps are involved in legally obtaining informed consent to perform a radiographic
procedure? (Select the four that apply.)
A. The patient has been informed about alternatives to this particular procedure.
B. The patient has been informed about procedures in place to mitigate risks.
C. The patient has been informed about the risks involved in the procedure.
D. The patient is legally competent.
E. The patient signed an informed consent form of their own volition in view of multiple
witnesses - correct answer ✔✔A. The patient has been informed about alternatives to this
particular procedure.
B. The patient has been informed about procedures in place to mitigate risks.
C. The patient has been informed about the risks involved in the procedure.
D. The patient is legally competent.
How should a drug be administered to get the quickest response?
, A. Subcutaneously
B. Intravenously
C. Orally
D. Rectally - correct answer ✔✔B
Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness and concern for a patient who is giving a
medical history?
A. A pleasant smile.
B. Consistent eye contact.
C. Taking notes.
D. Turning the head to the side to place one ear closer. - correct answer ✔✔B
A radiographer enters a room to take a portable foot series on a patient in her final trimester of
pregnancy. The patient is just finishing her lunch and begins choking. How should the
radiographer respond to this medical emergency?
A. Place the patient in the Trendelenburg position.
B. Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
C. Apply an inward and upward thrust in the midline of the abdomen.
D. Initiate a backward thrust in the center of the sternum. - correct answer ✔✔D
How should a radiographer increase the stability of the base of support?
A. Hold heavy objects close to body.
B. Stand with feet a greater distance apart.
1a Questions & Correct Answers
100%
A patient received 100 ml of IV contrast media as a part of an abdominal computed tomography
(CT) scan, as well as 500 ml of dilute, oral contrast, prior to coming to Radiology for a separate
order, an intravenous urogram (IVU). The patient's creatinine is 0.4 mg/dl and BUN is 36 mg/dl.
Why should this IVU be rescheduled?
A. The presence of the previous oral contrast in the abdomen precludes an IVU.
B. The lab values indicate increased risk for contrast injection.
C. The lab values indicate that the contrast would not be excreted in sufficient quantity to be
useful for an IVU.
D. The presence of the previous intravenous contrast precludes an IVU - correct answer ✔✔A
The radiographer is assisting a patient to move from a wheelchair to the x-ray table. Which
represents the safest practice by the radiographer when moving this patient?
A. Maintain the center of gravity over the base of support.
B. Extend the arms as far as possible to increase the base of support.
C. Bend at the waist so the center of gravity is midway between the patient and the base of
support.
D. Reduce the base of support slightly so the center of gravity is easier to maintain. - correct
answer ✔✔A
Which term best describes the process of cleaning the surfaces in a radiology department with
10% bleach solution in water?
,A. Sterile technique
B. Medical asepsis
C. Sterilization
D. Surgical asepsis - correct answer ✔✔B
Which action is best taught to the patient using the communication technique of
demonstration?
A. The correct positioning for a particular projection.
B. Instructions for donning and removing a patient gown.
C. The correct direction to face when sitting at the radiography table.
D. Direction on where to sit relative to the radiography table. - correct answer ✔✔A
Which actions should the radiographer take to help prevent acquired infections in hospitals or
clinics? (Select the four that apply.)
A. Placing used needles in sharps containers.
B. Placing biologically soiled linen in biohazard linen bags.
C. Wearing exam gloves and changing them between each patient.
D. Placing used syringes in isolated trash receptacles.
E. Washing hands frequently and using hand lotion afterward. - correct answer ✔✔A. Placing
used needles in sharps containers.
B. Placing biologically soiled linen in biohazard linen bags.
C. Wearing exam gloves and changing them between each patient.
E. Washing hands frequently and using hand lotion afterward.
,Identify the medical conditions in a patient's history which should be cleared by the radiologist
before injection of an ionic, water soluble, injectable contrast agent. (Select the four that apply.)
A. Pheochromocytoma
B. Age over 40
C. Compromised renal function
D. Diabetes
E. Sickle cell anemia - correct answer ✔✔A. Pheochromocytoma
C. Compromised renal function
D. Diabetes
E. Sickle cell anemia
Which steps are involved in legally obtaining informed consent to perform a radiographic
procedure? (Select the four that apply.)
A. The patient has been informed about alternatives to this particular procedure.
B. The patient has been informed about procedures in place to mitigate risks.
C. The patient has been informed about the risks involved in the procedure.
D. The patient is legally competent.
E. The patient signed an informed consent form of their own volition in view of multiple
witnesses - correct answer ✔✔A. The patient has been informed about alternatives to this
particular procedure.
B. The patient has been informed about procedures in place to mitigate risks.
C. The patient has been informed about the risks involved in the procedure.
D. The patient is legally competent.
How should a drug be administered to get the quickest response?
, A. Subcutaneously
B. Intravenously
C. Orally
D. Rectally - correct answer ✔✔B
Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness and concern for a patient who is giving a
medical history?
A. A pleasant smile.
B. Consistent eye contact.
C. Taking notes.
D. Turning the head to the side to place one ear closer. - correct answer ✔✔B
A radiographer enters a room to take a portable foot series on a patient in her final trimester of
pregnancy. The patient is just finishing her lunch and begins choking. How should the
radiographer respond to this medical emergency?
A. Place the patient in the Trendelenburg position.
B. Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
C. Apply an inward and upward thrust in the midline of the abdomen.
D. Initiate a backward thrust in the center of the sternum. - correct answer ✔✔D
How should a radiographer increase the stability of the base of support?
A. Hold heavy objects close to body.
B. Stand with feet a greater distance apart.
