Patient Care - Radiology Exam Review [ARRT] UPDATED Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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Patient Care - Radiology
Patient Care - Radiology Exam Review
[ARRT] UPDATED Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
A nosocomial infection is a(n)
(A) infection acquired at a large gathering.
(B) upper respiratory infection.
(C) infection acquired in a hospital.
(D) type of rhinitis. - Correct Answer- Infection acquir...
Patient Care - Radiology Exam Review
[ARRT] UPDATED Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
A nosocomial infection is a(n)
(A) infection acquired at a large gathering.
(B) upper respiratory infection.
(C) infection acquired in a hospital.
(D) type of rhinitis. - Correct Answer- Infection acquired in a hospital.
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
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 2 and 3 only - Correct Answer- The Right To Privacy
The most effective method of sterilization is
(A) dry heat.
(B) moist heat.
(C) pasteurization.
(D) freezing. - Correct Answer- Moist heat.
A radiographer who discloses confidential information to unauthorized individuals may be
found guilty of
(A) invasion of privacy.
(B) slander.
,(C) libel.
(D) defamation. - Correct Answer- Invasion of privacy.
Hypochlorite bleach (Clorox) and Lysol are examples of
(A) antiseptics.
(B) bacteriostatics.
(C) antifungal agents.
(D) disinfectants. - Correct Answer- Disinfectants.
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
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 1 and 3 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2, and 3 - Correct Answer- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Orders
Medical History
Informed Consent
The pulse can be detected only by the use of a stethoscope in which of the following
locations?
(A) Wrist
(B) Apex of the heart
(C) Groin
(D) Neck - Correct Answer- Apex of the heart
An esophagogram might be requested for patients with which of the following esophageal
disorders/symptoms?
,1. Varices
2. Achalasia
3. Dysphasia
(A) 1 only
(B) 1 and 2 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2, and 3 - Correct Answer- Varices
Achalasia
When reviewing patient blood chemistry levels, what is considered the normal creatinine
range?
(A) 0.6 to 1.5 mg/100 mL
(B) 4.5 to 6 mg/100 mL
(C) 8 to 25 mg/100 mL
(D) Up to 50 mg/100 mL - Correct Answer- 0.6 to 1.5 mg/100 mL
The complete killing of all microorganisms is termed
(A) surgical asepsis.
(B) medical asepsis.
(C) sterilization.
(D) disinfection. - Correct Answer- Sterilization.
Which of the following is (are) symptom(s) of shock?
1. Pallor and weakness
2. Increased pulse rate
3. Fever
(A) 1 only
(B) 1 and 2 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2, and 3 - Correct Answer- Pallor and Weakness
, Increased Pulse Rate
Which of the following may be used to effectively reduce the viscosity of contrast media?
(A) Warming
(B) Refrigeration
(C) Storage at normal room temperature
(D) Storage in a cool, dry place - Correct Answer- Warming
The type of shock associated with pooling of blood in the peripheral vessels is classified as
(A) neurogenic.
(B) cardiogenic.
(C) hypovolemic.
(D) septic. - Correct Answer- Neurogenic.
The usual patient preparation for an upper GI exam is
(A) NPO 8 h before the exam.
(B) light breakfast only on the morning of the exam.
(C) clear fluids only on the morning of the exam.
(D) 2 oz castor oil and enemas until clear. - Correct Answer- NPO 8 h before the exam.
The normal average rate of respiration for a healthy adult patient is
(A) 5 to 7 breaths/min.
(B) 8 to 12 breaths/min.
(C) 12 to 20 breaths/min.
(D) 20 to 30 breaths/min - Correct Answer- 12 to 20 breaths/min.
A patient whose systolic blood pressure is less than 90 mmHg is usually considered
(A) hypertensive.
(B) hypotensive.
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