PCT – Patient Care Technician NHA
Exam Guide| Comprehensive Q&A|
Rated A
What is the primary role of a Patient Care Technician (PCT)?
A) To administer medications
B) To assist nurses and healthcare providers in patient care
C) To perform diagnostic tests
D) To manage medical records
B) To assist nurses and healthcare providers in patient care
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a PCT?
A) Developing treatment plans
B) Conducting physical therapy sessions
C) Assisting patients with daily activities
D) Prescribing medications
C) Assisting patients with daily activities
What is the normal range for adult resting heart rate?
A) 60-100 beats per minute
B) 40-60 beats per minute
C) 100-120 beats per minute
D) 80-120 beats per minute
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, A) 60-100 beats per minute
What should a PCT do first when encountering a patient who has fallen?
A) Call for help
B) Assess the patient's injuries
C) Help the patient up
D) Notify the physician
B) Assess the patient's injuries
When measuring blood pressure, which of the following is the correct position for the patient?
A) Sitting with legs crossed
B) Lying flat on their back
C) Sitting with feet flat on the floor
D) Standing
C) Sitting with feet flat on the floor
Which of the following should a PCT monitor in a patient with diabetes?
A) Blood glucose levels
B) Oxygen saturation
C) Respiratory rate
D) Heart rate
A) Blood glucose levels
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,What is the proper technique for performing hand hygiene?
A) Scrubbing hands together for 5 seconds
B) Rubbing hands with soap for at least 15 seconds
C) Using alcohol wipes
D) Rinsing hands in water only
B) Rubbing hands with soap for at least 15 seconds
Which of the following is an appropriate action for a PCT when caring for a patient with a
wound?
A) Applying a wet dressing
B) Covering the wound with a bandage without cleaning
C) Changing the dressing regularly and keeping the area clean
D) Leaving the wound exposed
C) Changing the dressing regularly and keeping the area clean
What does the acronym "PRN" mean in medical terminology?
A) As needed
B) Prior to nursing
C) Patient recovery needed
D) Per registered nurse
A) As needed
What is the appropriate way to communicate with a patient who has hearing impairment?
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, A) Speak loudly
B) Use written instructions
C) Avoid eye contact
D) Use complex vocabulary
B) Use written instructions
What is the purpose of using a gait belt when assisting a patient?
A) To enhance mobility
B) To provide support and prevent falls
C) To measure height
D) To monitor vital signs
B) To provide support and prevent falls
Which of the following vital signs is most indicative of a patient’s respiratory status?
A) Blood pressure
B) Pulse rate
C) Respiratory rate
D) Temperature
C) Respiratory rate
When assisting a patient with ambulation, what should the PCT do?
A) Walk ahead of the patient
B) Support the patient from behind
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Exam Guide| Comprehensive Q&A|
Rated A
What is the primary role of a Patient Care Technician (PCT)?
A) To administer medications
B) To assist nurses and healthcare providers in patient care
C) To perform diagnostic tests
D) To manage medical records
B) To assist nurses and healthcare providers in patient care
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a PCT?
A) Developing treatment plans
B) Conducting physical therapy sessions
C) Assisting patients with daily activities
D) Prescribing medications
C) Assisting patients with daily activities
What is the normal range for adult resting heart rate?
A) 60-100 beats per minute
B) 40-60 beats per minute
C) 100-120 beats per minute
D) 80-120 beats per minute
1
, A) 60-100 beats per minute
What should a PCT do first when encountering a patient who has fallen?
A) Call for help
B) Assess the patient's injuries
C) Help the patient up
D) Notify the physician
B) Assess the patient's injuries
When measuring blood pressure, which of the following is the correct position for the patient?
A) Sitting with legs crossed
B) Lying flat on their back
C) Sitting with feet flat on the floor
D) Standing
C) Sitting with feet flat on the floor
Which of the following should a PCT monitor in a patient with diabetes?
A) Blood glucose levels
B) Oxygen saturation
C) Respiratory rate
D) Heart rate
A) Blood glucose levels
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,What is the proper technique for performing hand hygiene?
A) Scrubbing hands together for 5 seconds
B) Rubbing hands with soap for at least 15 seconds
C) Using alcohol wipes
D) Rinsing hands in water only
B) Rubbing hands with soap for at least 15 seconds
Which of the following is an appropriate action for a PCT when caring for a patient with a
wound?
A) Applying a wet dressing
B) Covering the wound with a bandage without cleaning
C) Changing the dressing regularly and keeping the area clean
D) Leaving the wound exposed
C) Changing the dressing regularly and keeping the area clean
What does the acronym "PRN" mean in medical terminology?
A) As needed
B) Prior to nursing
C) Patient recovery needed
D) Per registered nurse
A) As needed
What is the appropriate way to communicate with a patient who has hearing impairment?
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, A) Speak loudly
B) Use written instructions
C) Avoid eye contact
D) Use complex vocabulary
B) Use written instructions
What is the purpose of using a gait belt when assisting a patient?
A) To enhance mobility
B) To provide support and prevent falls
C) To measure height
D) To monitor vital signs
B) To provide support and prevent falls
Which of the following vital signs is most indicative of a patient’s respiratory status?
A) Blood pressure
B) Pulse rate
C) Respiratory rate
D) Temperature
C) Respiratory rate
When assisting a patient with ambulation, what should the PCT do?
A) Walk ahead of the patient
B) Support the patient from behind
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