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Define and know the significance of placental calcifications Maternal surface is usually smooth but may have gritty white areas of calcification. Generally, the quantity of calcification is of no importance Define and know the significance of succenturiate placenta One or more smaller accessory lobes are developed in the membranes and are attached to the main placenta by fetal vessels

What is the primary focus of routine management techniques during the 3rd stage of labor? Prevent postpartum hemorrhage How long does the 3rd stage of labor usually last? Between 5-30 minutes What are the 2 sequential phases of the physiology of 3rd stage of labor? (1) placenta separation (2) placenta expulsion What is central separation of the placenta? Shultz What is the peripheral separation of the placenta? Duncan

Amniotomy effect on cesarean birth The evidence showed a possible increase in caesarean section. hydrotherapy during labor: use of analgesia ● Reduction of use of epidural, spinal, paracervical analgesia/anesthesia during 1st stage hydrotherapy during labor: reported maternal pain - decreased anxiety & fear - increased self control - used in early/latent labor can give mom break from contractions --> allowing her to rest ● Higher level of satisfaction w/ birth experience

What is arrest of descent? No descent in an hour According to Friedan, when does active phase of labor begin? When rate of progress increases According to Friedman, when does the second stage of labor begin? Complete dilation According to Friedman, when does the second stage of labor end? Birth of baby

What does is management of intermittent FHR category II? (1) position change (2) hydrations (3) correlation of hypotension (4) hyperstimulation What should you do in intermittent FHR category II does not resolve? Transfer to EFM for further evaluation What is considered category II for intermittent FHR? (1) irregular rhythm (2) presence of FHR decreases or decelerations from baseline (3) tachycardia (4) bradycardia What is the most common position at engagement? LOA

What should be included on an incident report? all names of people involved; what occurred, the time, the place, what done to alleviate the situation What is the definition of ethics? a set of moral principles that govern one's course of action; moral principles - a set of standards that establish that establish what is right or good radiographers can't diagnose, talk about patient in a negative or revealing way etc., importance of confidentiality What is the most important charact...

D All of the following are necessary for a legitimate case of malpractice EXCEPT: a. a clear definition of duty. b. proof of damages. c. a clear illustration of one's breach of duty. d. rumor and innuendo that the professional performed in such a manner as to create cause for damages.

Which of the following is an example of privileged (confidential) information? You assist with a diagnostic study and a large adherent mass is discovered in the colon Information about a patient's condition or prognosis: Must always remain confidential The process of grieving, though painful and diffi-cult, is normal and the patient follows the various stages in order before finding relief. False

A physician who specializes in the interpretation and reading of medical images is known as a: A) radiographer B) radiologist C) radiologic technologist D) radiologist assistant B) radiologist

vertigo A sensation of instability, loss of equilibrium, or rotation, caused by a disturbance in the semicircular canal of the inner ear or the vestibular nuclei of the brainstem therapeutic effect The intended effect of a drug synergistic effect The acting or working together of two or more components, as when medications produce a combined effect

Define and know when standard precautions should be used ... Precautions for the "compromised" patient ... Radiography of isolated patient describe the role of both the dirty and clean radiographer ... Nosocomial infections ... Hand washing and alcohol based hand rubs Open parentheses when to use soap and water instead of close parentheses

What type of shock is caused by a failure of the heart to pump enough blood to the vital organs including the brain A.cardiogenic B.septic C.anaphylactic D.neurogenic A.cardiogenic The medical term for a temporary suspension of consciousness is A.epistaxis B.vertigo C.syncope D.aura C.syncope

Heart attack patients often take a small tablet of nitroglycerine and put it in their mouth under their tongue, for quick action. This route of administration is buccal. topical. sublingual. oral. sublingual. Doing of good; active promotion of goodness, kindness, and charity is known as Caring Beneficence Duties Morals Beneficence

The Health Information Portability and Accountability Act sets guidelines for the ________ of an individual's health information. 1. storage 2. access 3. transmission a) 1 & 2 b) 1 & 3 c) 2 & 3 d) 1, 2, & 3 d) 1, 2, & 3

Which of the following statements is FALSE? To minimize feelings of alienation, it is useful to treat geriatric patients as adolescents to make them understand your instructions. A(n) _____ is someone who has been admitted to the hospital for diagnostic studies or treatment. inpatient A patient who is near death will likely exhibit what signs of impending death? 1. Loss of bowel functions and control 2. State of unconsciousness 3. Unusual high level of alertness and response to conversat...

Which of the following would not reflect a human diversity characteristic? occupation As you are enjoying a light breakfast in a local coffee shop, a small group sits down at an adjacent table. As they talk, you overhear them making derogatory statements about people who are obese. Comments such as, "I can't believe people can eat so much!" and "How can they let themselves get that way?" are typical of the conversation. One group member openly states, "Why can't they b...

The fight-or-flight response is a natural process of the body. It is characterized by the release of hormones to increase metabolism Time management is an important part of controlling stress levels. Effective methods to control time include 1. avoiding deadlines because they only add stress to one's life. 2. pushing yourself to unknown limits because you need to know your potential. 3. determining the most important activities that could contribute to your success. 4. focusing only on...

Which of the following statements uses out-of-control language? A. "I can't believe I have all these examinations in the same week. This is so unfair!" B. "Wow, three examinations this week. Oh well, I'll take each as it comes." C. "I'm looking for a study partner for examinations this week. Anyone available?" D. "Final examination week, wow! I've had bigger challenges in my life and have come out on top." A. "I can't believe I have all these exami...

A radiographer looking to relocate to another state for similar employment is advised to check into that state's __________ requirements to ensure qualified employability. licensure The professional organization responsible for publishing the "gray journal" is the Radiologic Society of the America (RSNA). All of the following are true of the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) organization except they have reciprocity with the ARRT to certify radiographers

Mammography Radiography of the breasts. Nuclear Medicine Technology Branch of radiology that involves the introduction of radioactive substances into the body for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Positron Emission Tomography (PET) The creation of sectional images of the body that demonstrate the physiologic function of various organs and systems