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DAVITA PCT TRAINING EXAM 2024/2025 (FINALEXAM FOR STAR PROGRAM) WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
1. What is the primary function of a dialysis machine?
o A) To monitor patient heart rate
o B) To remove waste products from the blood
o C) To measure blood pressure
o D) To administer medications
2. Which of the following is a key component of effective hand
hygiene?
o A) Using warm water only
o B) Using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and
water
o C) Wearing gloves at all times
o D) Hand drying with a hot air dryer
3. What is the correct procedure for initiating dialysis treatment?
o A) Connect the patient to the dialysis machine without
checking the equipment
o B) Start dialysis at the maximum flow rate
o C) Inspect the dialysis equipment for any signs of
malfunction before use
o D) Administer a diuretic to the patient
4. How often should vital signs be checked during dialysis
treatment?
o A) Once per treatment
o B) At the beginning and end of treatment only
o C) Every 30 minutes
o D) Once every hour
5. Which of the following is a potential complication of dialysis?
o A) Increased urine output
o B) Hypertension
o C) Hypotension
o D) Enhanced renal function
,6. What should be done if a patient exhibits signs of hypotension
during dialysis?
o A) Increase the dialysis treatment time
o B) Administer saline as prescribed
o C) Disconnect the dialysis machine immediately
o D) Ignore the symptoms as they are common
7. Which vascular access is preferred for long-term dialysis?
o A) Peripheral venous catheter
o B) Arteriovenous fistula (AVF)
o C) Central venous catheter
o D) Arterial catheter
8. What is the role of the buffer solution in dialysis?
o A) To increase the rate of dialysis
o B) To administer medications
o C) To help correct the patient's acid-base balance
o D) To clean the dialysis machine
9. How should a patient's weight be monitored in relation to
dialysis treatments?
o A) Weight should be taken monthly
o B) Weight should be recorded yearly
o C) Weight should be measured before and after each
dialysis session
o D) Weight does not need to be monitored
10. What is the appropriate action if a patient's dialysis
access site is bleeding post-treatment?
o A) Cover the site with a small bandage
o B) Apply pressure to the site until the bleeding stops
o C) Immediately start another dialysis session
o D) Send the patient home to rest
11. Which of the following should be regularly assessed on a
patient with an arteriovenous fistula (AVF)?
o A) Color and temperature of the limb
o B) Presence of a thrill or bruit
o C) Blood glucose levels
, o D) Cognitive function
12. What is an important safety check before starting a
dialysis session?
o A) Checking the room temperature
o B) Verifying the patient's identity and dialysis
prescription
o C) Preparing discharge papers
o D) Ordering lunch for the patient
13. What is a common symptom that a patient might
experience during dialysis?
o A) Sudden vision improvement
o B) Muscle cramps
o C) Increased energy levels
o D) Enhanced hearing
14. Which dietary restriction is most common for patients
undergoing dialysis?
o A) Low-carbohydrate diet
o B) High-protein diet
o C) Low-potassium diet
o D) Unlimited fluids
15. What is the purpose of using heparin during dialysis?
o A) To reduce blood pressure
o B) To increase urine output
o C) To prevent blood clotting in the dialysis circuit
o D) To improve kidney function
16. What should a technician do if the dialysis machine
alarms during treatment?
o A) Continue treatment and ignore the alarm
o B) Check the machine and patient to determine the cause
o C) Call the physician immediately
o D) Disconnect the patient from the machine
17. Infection control practices in dialysis centers are critical.
What is a key practice to prevent infections?
o A) Using a new dialysis machine for each patient
o B) Disinfecting the dialysis station after each patient use
, o C) Administering antibiotics regularly
o D) Keeping windows open for ventilation
18. What is the first step in responding to a blood leak from a
dialysis machine?
o A) Sending a sample of the leaked blood for analysis
o B) Stopping the dialysis treatment and checking the
connections
o C) Rebooting the dialysis machine
o D) Increasing the flow rate to clear the lines
19. Which parameter must be closely monitored due to its
potential to cause cardiac complications if imbalanced during
dialysis?
o A) Sodium
o B) Potassium
o C) Chloride
o D) Calcium
20. What is essential to do before administering medication
through a dialysis line?
o A) Confirm the medication with another technician
o B) Check the expiration date of the medication
o C) Verify the medication order with the nurse or
physician
o D) Prepare the patient for potential side effects
21. What should be done immediately if a patient complains
of chest pain during dialysis?
o A) Offer the patient a glass of water
o B) Tell the patient to rest and wait
o C) Notify a nurse or physician immediately
o D) Adjust the dialysis machine settings
22. Which blood pressure measurement is most concerning
for a patient undergoing dialysis?
o A) 140/90 mmHg
o B) 90/60 mmHg
o C) 120/80 mmHg
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