DaVita PCT Final Exam Questions And
Answers Verified 100% Correct
The max UF rate should not exceed ___ because it may lead to hypotension
episodes which increases to - ANSWER -13 ml/kg/hr
The excretory function of the kidneys include - ANSWER -Fluid balance,
electrolyte balance, waste removal, acid/base balance
What type of blood/dialysate flow within the dialyzer increases the rate of
diffusion providing optimal dialysis for patients - ANSWER -counter current flow
The nephrologist has prescribed a 400 BFR for your patient. You would expect the
physician order to also include - ANSWER -15 G needles
What is an important action prior to returning a patients blood using the hand
crank in the event of a power failure - ANSWER -Remove the venous line from the
line clamp
Which is the primary device for purifying the water used in dialysis - ANSWER -
reverse osmosis
The nephrologist orders a BFR of 450 for a patient with an established AV fistula,
what needle gauge would be appropriate - ANSWER -15 gauge
When a patient is prescribed a topical anesthetic spray, the appropriate time to
clean the cannulation site is - ANSWER -Before applying the spray
The clinical pyramid includes - ANSWER -The fundamentals, complex programs,
and quality of life
Which statement is true regarding the "reasonable and prudent" standard of care -
ANSWER -When supervising PCTs and other non-licensed personnel, it is the
responsibility of the licensed nurse to ensure these teammates also meet
, Fever caused by pyrogenic reaction will most likely occur at what time during the
treatment - ANSWER -within 45 to 75 minutes
PCT notices that a patient still has considerable edema in her legs when
performing the post treatment data - ANSWER -Document the noted swelling and
that the RN was informed
A surveyor asks you a question - what's a good ANSWER - ANSWER -I do not
know the ANSWER but I will find out
Patient is using CVC and has a new AV fistula present in his lower arm -
ANSWER -Checking for the bruit and thrill every treatment
When documenting patient care, it is important to include all of these except -
ANSWER -Confrontation between two patients
What can be the most likely result if the surveyor sees a patient with a covered
vascular access? - ANSWER -An immediate jeopardy
For a patient with AKI, which statement is correct - ANSWER -A nursing
assessment before treatment initiation is always required
Phosphorus binders are prescribed to prevent phosphorus in meals from being
absorbed. When is the best time to take them - ANSWER -With a meal
The psychological assessment is completed by the social worker - ANSWER -
Initially and annually
The blood flow rate is reduced to 100 ml/min for _____ before obtaining post
dialysis blood specimen for Kt/V - ANSWER -15 seconds
The waiting time after administration of the initial heparin loading dose prior to
initiation of hemodialysis is - ANSWER -3-5 minutes
Answers Verified 100% Correct
The max UF rate should not exceed ___ because it may lead to hypotension
episodes which increases to - ANSWER -13 ml/kg/hr
The excretory function of the kidneys include - ANSWER -Fluid balance,
electrolyte balance, waste removal, acid/base balance
What type of blood/dialysate flow within the dialyzer increases the rate of
diffusion providing optimal dialysis for patients - ANSWER -counter current flow
The nephrologist has prescribed a 400 BFR for your patient. You would expect the
physician order to also include - ANSWER -15 G needles
What is an important action prior to returning a patients blood using the hand
crank in the event of a power failure - ANSWER -Remove the venous line from the
line clamp
Which is the primary device for purifying the water used in dialysis - ANSWER -
reverse osmosis
The nephrologist orders a BFR of 450 for a patient with an established AV fistula,
what needle gauge would be appropriate - ANSWER -15 gauge
When a patient is prescribed a topical anesthetic spray, the appropriate time to
clean the cannulation site is - ANSWER -Before applying the spray
The clinical pyramid includes - ANSWER -The fundamentals, complex programs,
and quality of life
Which statement is true regarding the "reasonable and prudent" standard of care -
ANSWER -When supervising PCTs and other non-licensed personnel, it is the
responsibility of the licensed nurse to ensure these teammates also meet
, Fever caused by pyrogenic reaction will most likely occur at what time during the
treatment - ANSWER -within 45 to 75 minutes
PCT notices that a patient still has considerable edema in her legs when
performing the post treatment data - ANSWER -Document the noted swelling and
that the RN was informed
A surveyor asks you a question - what's a good ANSWER - ANSWER -I do not
know the ANSWER but I will find out
Patient is using CVC and has a new AV fistula present in his lower arm -
ANSWER -Checking for the bruit and thrill every treatment
When documenting patient care, it is important to include all of these except -
ANSWER -Confrontation between two patients
What can be the most likely result if the surveyor sees a patient with a covered
vascular access? - ANSWER -An immediate jeopardy
For a patient with AKI, which statement is correct - ANSWER -A nursing
assessment before treatment initiation is always required
Phosphorus binders are prescribed to prevent phosphorus in meals from being
absorbed. When is the best time to take them - ANSWER -With a meal
The psychological assessment is completed by the social worker - ANSWER -
Initially and annually
The blood flow rate is reduced to 100 ml/min for _____ before obtaining post
dialysis blood specimen for Kt/V - ANSWER -15 seconds
The waiting time after administration of the initial heparin loading dose prior to
initiation of hemodialysis is - ANSWER -3-5 minutes
