CPCT Review For Exam With 100% Correct Answers 2023
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CPCT Review For Exam With 100% Correct Answers 2023
which of the following abnormalities is associated with large U waves on the EKG?
Decreased potassium level
a cpct is preparing to transfer a nonambulatory patient from a bed to a wheelchair. Which of the following steps should the cpct take?...
CPCT Review For Exam With 100% Correct Answers
2023
which of the following abnormalities is associated with large U waves on the EKG?
Decreased potassium level
a cpct is preparing to transfer a nonambulatory patient from a bed to a wheelchair. Which of the
following steps should the cpct take?
Locking the wheels of the wheelchair and bed
A cpct is caring for a new patient. Which of the following statements made by the patient indicates a
need for further teaching, regarding hipaa?
"If necessary, my doctor can release my test results at his own discretion."
A cpct is caring for a patient who has anxiety during venipuncture. which of the following should the
cpct recognize as an appropriate response?
Explain the procedure before beginning the venipuncture.
when collecting a multi-draw venous sample, which of the following sites should the cpct attempt to
draw from first?
median cubital
A CPCT is collecting a stool specimen from a newly admitted patient. The CPCT should recognize that
which of the following findings could be a sign of an upper gastrointestinal disorder?
Black, tarry stool
The choice to perform a capillary puncture is best determined by which of the following fractures?
test ordered
During a stress test, a CPCT notices the patient appears to be hyperventilating. Which of the following
is an appropriate course of action for the technician
Check the patient's respiratory rate.
A patient represents alert and oriented, but a CPCT finds that all the waveforms are negative in Lead I.
The technician should check the cable connection for which of the following
Right arm and left arm
To prevent any needle sticks during venipuncture, OSHA guidelines require
Disposing of needles in a sharps container
A CPCT is in the cafeteria during lunch. A visitor appears to be in respiratory distress. The visitors lips
and tongue are swollen. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take?
, Ask the person if she has any allergies
A CPCT observes a hematoma developing at the site of a venous blood draw. The CPCT should
Release the tourniquet and stop the draw
The CPCT needs to draw a GTT on a patient and notices an empty breakfast plate on the beadside
table. Which of the following actions should the CPCT take?
Ask the patient if he has had anything to eat or drink
While working with the automated Laboratory information system, correct input of data is most
critical because incorrect data may
Be reported to the health care provider
Which of the following procedural steps for a finger stick should the CPCT do first?
Confirm the correct identity of the patient
A CPCT informs the nurse concerning swelling at the peripheral IV site. The CPCT should recognize that
which of the following is the most likely cause of this finding?
Catheter infiltration
A CPCT detects U wave, and a patient reports chest pain and discomfort. Which of the following is an
appropriate action for the technician to take?
Notify the patients physican
A CPCT is assisting with the care of a patient who has diabetes mellitus. The CPCT should know that
which of the following is a sign of hyperglycemia?
Frequent urination
A CPCT is caring for a patient who has hepatitis B. Which of the following precautions should the CPCT
take?
standard
A CPCT is caring for a number of patients following a shift change. Which of the following patients
should the CPCT assess first?
A Patient who is disoriented
first sign of breakdown is
redness
which of the following is the best method to prevent internal or external bleeding from the
venipuncture site after the needle is removed?
apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into the tissues
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