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The legal doctrine res ipsa locquitur means which of the following?

When reviewing patient blood chemistry levels, what is considered the normal creatinine range?

The condition of slow heart rate, below 60 beats per minute (bpm), is termed

During a grand mal seizure, the patient should be

Diseases whose mode of transmission is through the air include 1. tuberculosis. 2. mumps. 3. rubella.

You have encountered a person who is apparently unconscious. Although you open his airway, there is no rise and fall of the chest, and you can hear no breath sounds. You should

To reduce the back strain associated with transferring patients from stretcher to x-ray table, the radiographer should

The least toxic contrast medium listed below is

An esophagogram might be requested for patients with which of the following esophageal disorders/symptoms? 1. Varices 2. Achalasia 3. Dysphasia

Which of the following diastolic pressure readings might indicate hypertension?

All of the following statements regarding osteoarthritis are true except

Abnormal accumulation of air in pulmonary tissues, resulting in overdistention of the alveolar spaces, is

In which of the following situations should a radiographer wear protective eye gear (goggles)? 1. When performing an upper gastrointestinal radiography examination 2. When assisting the radiologist during an angiogram 3. When assisting the radiologist in a biopsy / aspiration procedure

Possible side effects of an iodinated contrast medium that is administered intravenously include all of the following except

A diabetic patient who is prepared for a fasting radiographic exam is susceptible to a hypoglycemic reaction. This is characterized by 1. Shaking and nervousness. 2. cold, clammy skin. 3. cyanosis

Nitroglycerin is used

In reviewing a patient's blood chemistry, which of the following blood urea nitrogen (BUN) ranges is considered normal?

Which of the following may be used to effectively reduce the viscosity of contrast media?

Which of the following is a violation of correct sterile techniques?

While performing mobile radiography on a patient, you note that the requisition is for a chest film to check placement of a Swan-Ganz catheter. A Swan-Ganz catheter is a(n)

Sterile technique is required when contrast agents are administered

An ambulatory patient is one who

The medical term for nosebleed is

Which of the following must be included in the patient's medical record or chart? 1. Diagnostic and therapeutic orders 2. Medical history 3. Informed consent

Chemical substances that are used to kill pathogenic bacteria are called 1. antiseptics. 2. germicides. 3. disinfectants.

A small bottle containing a single dose of medication is termed

Forms of intentional misconduct include 1. slander. 2. Invasion of privacy. 3. negligence.

Instruments required to assess vital signs include; 1. A thermometer. 2. A tongue blade. 3. A watch with a second hand.

An inanimate object that has been in contact with an infectious microorganism is termed a

What type of precautions prevents the spread of infectious agents in aerosol form?

The complete killing of all microorganisms is termed

Anaphylactic shock manifests early symptoms that include 1. dysphagia. 2. Itching of palms and soles. 3. Constriction of the throat.

The usual patient preparation for an upper GI exam is

A drug's chemical name is called its

A patient whose systolic blood pressure is less than 90 mmHg is usually considered

In what order should the following exams be performed? 1. Upper GI 2. Intravenous pyelogram (IVP) 3. Barium enema

You receive a patient who is complaining of pain in the area of the left fourth and fifth metatarsals; however, the requisition asks for a left ankle exam. What should you do?

All of the following statements regarding handwashing and skin care are correct except

Which of the following body fluids is (are) potential carrier(s) of HIV? 1. Semen 2. Vaginal secretions 3. Blood

Which of the following legal phrases defines a circumstance in which both the health-care provider's and the patient's actions contributed to an injurious outcome?

Log rolling is a method of moving patients with suspected

A patient in a recumbent position with the head lower than the feet is said to be in which of the following positions?

An informed consent is required before performing which of the following exams?

Blood pressure may be expressed as 120/95. What does 95 represent? 1. The phase of relaxation of the cardiac muscle tissue 2. The phase of contraction of the cardiac muscle tissue 3. A higher-than-average diastolic pressure

For which of the following radiographic examinations is a consent form usually required? 1. Angiogram 2. GI series 3. Skeletal survey

Increased pain threshold, breakdown of skin, and atrophy of fat pads and sweat glands are all important considerations when working with which group of patients?

The advantages of using nonionic, water-soluble contrast media include 1. cost-containment benefits. 2. Low toxicity. 3. Fewer adverse reactions

A vasodilator would most likely be used for

According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), all of the following precaution guidelines are true, except

Which of the following medical equipment is used to determine blood pressure? 1. Pulse oximeter 2. Stethoscope 3. Sphygmomanometer

The patient is placed in the lithotomy position for which of the following procedures?

A patient experiencing an episode of syncope should be placed in which of the following positions?

When a radiographer is obtaining a patient history, both subjective and objective data should be obtained. An example of subjective data is

A nosocomial infection is a(n)

You and a fellow radiographer have received an unconscious patient from a motor vehicle accident. As you perform the examination, it is important that you 1. Refer to the patient by name. 2. Make only those statements that you would make with a conscious patient. 3. Reassure the patient about what you are doing.

Hypochlorite bleach (Clorox) and Lysol are examples of

Conditions in which there is a lack of normal bone calcification include 1. rickets. 2. osteomalacia. 3. osteoarthritis.

What is the most common means of spreading infection?

Which of the following statements are true regarding a two-member team performing mobile radiography on a patient with MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphyloccus aureus) precautions? 1. One radiographer remains "clean" that is, he or she has no physical contact with the patient 2. The radiographer who positions the mobile unit also makes the exposure. 3. The radiographer who positions the cassette also retrieves the cassette and removes it from its plastic protective cover.

In which of the following conditions is a double-contrast barium enema (BE) essential for demonstration of the condition? 1. Polyps 2. Colitis 3. Diverticulosis

The type of shock associated with pooling of blood in the peripheral vessels is classified as

The chemical agent alcohol can be used effectively as a(n)

Anaphylaxis is the term used to describe

What instructions might a patient receive upon completing a barium enema (BE) examination? 1. Drink plenty of fluids. 2. Take a mild laxative. 3. Withhold fluids for 6 h.

Physical changes characteristic of gerontologic patients usually include 1. Loss of bone calcium. 2. Loss of hearing. 3. Loss of mental alertness.

The pain experienced by an individual whose coronary arteries are not conveying sufficient blood to the heart is called

Rapid onset of severe respiratory or cardiovascular symptoms after ingestion or injection of a drug, vaccine, contrast agent, or food, or after an insect bite, best describes

The radiographer must perform which of the following procedures prior to entering a contact isolation room with a mobile x-ray unit? 1. Put on gown and gloves only. 2. Put on gown, gloves, mask, and cap. 3. Clean the mobile x-ray unit.

Following a barium enema (BE) examination, the patient should be given which of the following instructions? 1. Increase fluid and fiber intake for several days. 2. Changes in stool color will occur until all barium has been evacuated. 3. Contact a physician if no bowel movement occurs in 24 h.

A patient suffering from orthopnea would experience the least discomfort in which body position?

Which statement(s) would be true regarding tracheostomy patients? 1. Tracheostomy patients have difficulty speaking. 2. A routine chest x-ray requires the tracheostomy tubing to be rotated out of view. 3. Audible rattling sounds indicate a need for suction.

What is the most widely used method of vascular catheterization?

A diuretic is used to

All of the following rules regarding proper handwashing technique are correct except

Which of the following is a vasopressor and may be used for an anaphylactic reaction or cardiac arrest?

The Heimlich maneuver is used if a patient is

The pulse can be detected only by the use of a stethoscope in which of the following locations?

The most effective method of sterilization is

An MRI procedure is contraindicated for a patient having

Which of the following should be used to disinfect the area after a blood spill?

Factors that are important to evaluate when selecting contrast media include 1. miscibility. 2. Potential toxicity. 3. viscosity.

When radiographing the elderly, it is helpful to 1. Move quickly. 2. Address them by their full name. 3. Give straightforward instructions.

Medication can be administered by which of the following routes? 1. Orally 2. Intravenously 3. Intramuscularly

The normal average rate of respiration for a healthy adult patient is

All of the following statements are true regarding the administration of a barium enema to a patient with a colostomy, except

Because of medicolegal considerations, radiographic images are required to include all the following information, except

The condition that allows blood to shunt between the right and left ventricles is called

Which of the following statements are true regarding the proper care of a patient with a tracheostomy? 1. Employ sterile technique if you must touch a tracheostomy for any reason. 2. Before you suction a tracheostomy, the patient should be well aerated. 3. Never suction for longer than 15 s, permitting the patient to rest in between.

Skin discoloration due to cyanosis may be observed in the 1. gums. 2. nailbeds. 3. thorax.

Which of the following radiographic procedures requires an intrathecal injection?

When a patient with an arm injury needs help in undressing, the radiographer should

A patient is usually required to drink a barium sulfate suspension in order to demonstrate which of the following structure(s)? 1. Pylorus 2. Sigmoid 3. Duodenum

Protective or "reverse" isolation is required in which of the following conditions? 1. Tuberculosis 2. Burns 3. Leukemia

When caring for a patient with an IV, the radiographer should keep the medication

Radiographs are the property of the

When a patient arrives in the radiology department with a urinary Foley catheter bag, it is important to

Chemical substances that inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms without necessarily killing them are called 1. antiseptics. 2. germicides. 3. disinfectants.

Local anesthetics are likely to be used in all of the following radiographic examinations except

Which of the following sites are commonly used for an intravenous injection? 1. Antecubital vein 2. Basilic vein 3. Popliteal vein

When performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an infant, it is required that the number of compressions per minute, compared to that for an adult,

A radiographer who discloses confidential information to unauthorized individuals may be found guilty of

Involuntary patient motion can be caused by 1. post-traumatic shock. 2. medication. 3. The temperature of the room.

Symptoms of shock include 1. Rise in blood pressure. 2. Increase in pulse rate. 3. Restlessness and apprehension.

Which of the following blood pressure measurements indicates shock?

All of the following statements regarding oxygen delivery are true, except

The medical abbreviation meaning "three times a day" is

Which of the following conditions must be met in order for patient consent to be valid? 1. The patient must sign the consent form before receiving sedation. 2. The physician named on the consent form must perform the procedure. 3. All the blanks on the consent form must be filled in before the patient signs the form.

Which of the following conditions describes a patient who is unable to breathe easily while in the recumbent position?

An intravenous urogram requires the patient to remain in one position for an extended period of time. What can be done to make the patient as comfortable as possible? 1. Place a pillow under the patient's head. 2. Place a support cushion under the patient's knees to relieve back strain. 3. Place a radiopaque pad on the entire table prior to the start of the examination.

While in your care for a radiologic procedure, a patient asks to see his chart. Which of the following is the appropriate response?

If extravasation occurs during an intravenous injection of contrast media, correct treatment includes which of the following? 1. Remove the needle and locate a sturdier vein immediately. 2. Apply pressure to the vein until bleeding stops. 3. Apply warm, moist heat.

The act of inspiration will cause elevation of the 1. sternum. 2. ribs. 3. diaphragm.

Ingestion of a gas-producing powder or crystals is usually preliminary to which of the following examinations? 1. Oral cholecystogram 2. Double-contrast GI 3. Intravenous urogram

A patient developed hives several minutes after injection of an iodinated contrast medium. What type of drug should be readily available?

The diameter of a needle is termed its

Which of the following parenteral routes is most often used for administration of contrast agents in the radiology department?

Which of the following exams require(s) restriction of the patient's diet? 1. GI series 2. Abdominal survey 3. Pyelogram

Which of the following imaging procedures do not require the use of ionizing radiation to produce an image? 1. Ultrasound 2. Computed axial tomography 3. Magnetic resonance imaging

You receive an ambulatory patient for a GI series. As the patient is seated on the x-ray table, he feels faint. You should 1. Lay the patient down on the x-ray table. 2. Elevate the patient's legs or place the table slightly Trendelenburg. 3. Leave quickly and call for help.

Examples of COPD include 1. bronchitis. 2. Pulmonary emphysema. 3. asthma.

If an emergency trauma patient experiences hemorrhaging from a leg injury, the radiographer should 1. Apply pressure to the bleeding site. 2. Call the emergency department for assistance. 3. Apply a pressure bandage and complete the examination.

A patient who is diaphoretic has

When disposing of contaminated needles, they are placed in a special container using what procedure?

A radiologic technologist can be found guilty of a tort in which of the following situations? 1. Failure to shield a patient of childbearing age from unnecessary radiation 2. Performing an examination on a patient who has refused the examination 3. Discussing a patient's condition with a third party

When radiographing young children, it is helpful to 1. Let them bring a toy. 2. Tell them it will not hurt. 3. Be cheerful and unhurried.

Chest drainage systems should always be kept

With a patient suffering abdominal pain, it is frequently helpful to 1. Elevate the head slightly with a pillow. 2. Perform the exam in the Trendelenburg position. 3. Place a support under the knees.

If the radiographer performed a lumbar spine examination on a patient who was supposed to have an elbow exam, which of the following charges may be brought against the radiographer?

Which ethical principle is related to the theory that patients have the right to decide what will or will not be done to them?

The mechanical device used to correct an ineffectual cardiac rhythm is a

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which of the following body fluids should be treated as if they contained pathogenic microorganisms? 1. Any fluid containing blood 2. Cerebrospinal fluid 3. Synovial fluid

Which of the following is (are) symptom(s) of shock? 1. Pallor and weakness 2. Increased pulse rate 3. Fever

Pulmonary fibrosis can result from the inhalation of dust particles; this is characteristic of

A quantity of medication introduced intravenously over a period of time is termed

Symptoms associated with a respiratory reaction to contrast media include 1. sneezing. 2. dyspnea. 3. Asthma attack.

All drug packages must provide certain information required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Some of the information that must be provided includes 1. The generic name. 2. contraindications. 3. The usual dose.

The medical term for congenital clubfoot is

When a GI series has been requested on a patient with a suspected perforated ulcer, the type of contrast medium that should be used is

Where is the "sterile corridor" located?

Of the four stages of infection, which is the stage during which the infection is most communicable?

Examples of nasogastric tubes include 1. Swan-Ganz. 2. Salem-sump. 3. Levin.

Guidelines for cleaning contaminated objects or surfaces include 1. Clean from the most contaminated to the least contaminated area 2. Clean in a circular motion, starting from the center and working outward 3. Clean from the top down

In classifying intravenous contrast agents, the total number of dissolved particles in solution per kilogram of water defines

Which of the following drugs is considered a bronchodilator?

Symptoms of impending diabetic coma include 1. Increased urination. 2. sweet-smelling breath. 3. Extreme thirst.

Lyme disease is caused by bacteria carried by deer ticks. The tick bite may cause fever, fatigue, and other associated symptoms. This is an example of transmission of an infection by

Which of the following patient rights is violated by discussing privileged patient information with an individual who is not involved with the patient's care? 1. The right to considerate and respectful care 2. The right to privacy 3. The right to continuity of care

The condition in which pulmonary alveoli lose their elasticity and become permanently inflated, causing the patient to consciously exhale, is

Blood pressure is measured in units of