aah pct exam questions & answers 2024/2025
will affect a wound's ability to heal - ANSWERSinfection
To control infection, the most important activity that caregivers can perform before and after contact with a patient is - ANSWERShand washing
When a patient is in aseptic isolation, the p...
will affect a wound's ability to heal - ANSWERSinfection
To control infection, the most important activity that caregivers can perform before and after contact
with a patient is - ANSWERShand washing
When a patient is in aseptic isolation, the proper sequence for applying clothing is - ANSWERSGown,
mask, cap, gloves
Which a piece of equipment would be used to check an oxygen level on a patient with COPD -
ANSWERSpulse ox
Which technique is used for an invasive procedure - ANSWERSsterile
When applying an alcohol based hand rub, the healthcare provider should - ANSWERSrub until dry
A pressure ulcer with death to the tissue and damage to the muscle and bone is known at which stage -
ANSWERSstage 4
Sharp instruments should - ANSWERSdesignated sharps container without manipulation
An infection that affects the entire body is - ANSWERSsystemic
he brachial artery is located in the - ANSWERSTopside of the elbow
, Which of the following is true when an IV infiltrates - ANSWERSAll of the above is true when an IV
infiltrates, the needle pierces the vein, IV fluid flows into the surrounding tissue, patient will experience
swelling and pain
What device measures the level of blood oxygen saturation, monitors pulse rate, and calculates heart
rate - ANSWERSpulse ox
In an adult the normal pulse rate is ___ beats per minute and normal respiratory rate is __ breaths per
minute - ANSWERS60-100, 18-20
Making an opening into the airway is called a - ANSWERStracheotomy
Labored or difficult breathing is called - ANSWERSdyspnea
When attempting to lift an object, which action is recommended for proper body mechanics -
ANSWERSincrease base support
When a lifting activity is being coordinated with others, directions should be given as - ANSWERSBrief
and concise commands
What activity should not be done if a patient's joints are in a state of acute inflammation - ANSWERSd.
All the above, resistance training, forceful and frequent passive stretching of the involved joints,
prolonged immobilization
How should patients be instructed to breathe when performing active resistve exercises -
ANSWERSSlower than normal
for a patient who will perform a lateral swinging or sliding transfer in the sitting position which
wheelchair feature is important - ANSWERSremovable armrests
how should a patients feet be positioned when standing from a seated position if one leg is weaker than
the other - ANSWERSwith weaker foot posterior to the stronger foot
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