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CPCT Practice Exam Questions with Answers
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at the foot of the bed.
following is an example of appropriate documen- tation by the technician?: The patient has a large, dark brown bowel movement at 11:
greatest risk for a fall?: An 86 year old patient who is 4 hours post-op
should the assistant take?: Secure the gait belt around the patient's waist.
guidelines that ensure safe work environments?- : OSHA
amputation. In which of the following places should the technician place the right lower limb electrode?: Right lower abdomen
people should the technician report his concern.: The charge nurse
reported to the nurse immediately?: Swelling in the legs and feet
2 / which of the following methods should be used to measure pain intensity for this patient?: Ask the child to point to the drawing of the face that matches their pain level.
patient demonstrates correct technique?: The patient advances the walker 25.4 to 45.7 cm (10 to 18 in) in front of their legs.
Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Place the linens in a biohazard linen bag.
routine urinalysis?: 30mL
to remember how to operate a fire ex- tinguisher?: PASS
the fire-response mnemonic RACE stands for which of the following?: Rescue
report
Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Use the facility's glucometer to performs the glucose tests on the patient.
patient's identity?: "What is your name and date of birth?"
technician use to dispose of a urine-soiled washcloth?: Impermeable laundry bag.
4 / technician indicates an understanding of hospice care?: The cost of hospice care is reimbursed by Medicare or Medicaid
segment elevation
technician take?: Verify that the smear covers about three-quarters of the slide.
patient who has a blood glucose level of 190 mg/dL.
hopelessness. Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Listen when the family is ready to talk.
should the technician take?: Apply constant pressure to the nose for 10 to 15 min
technician take.: Verify that the scale is balanced and the weights are set to zero before weighing the patient.
indicates and understanding of the teaching?: "My provider is required to report if I receive a diagnosis of tuberculosis."
which of the following is the primary advantage of a bedside EHR system?: It makes information immediately available to the health care team.
technician take?: Ask family members about communicating techniques that work best for the patient.
5 / deflates the cuff too quickly and does no obtain an accurate reading on the right arm. Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Release all of the air from the cuff before retesting.
of the following as an example of workplace violence?: Emotional maltreatment
Depress 5 cm (2 in) into the patient's chest while performing compressions.
that receiving an influenza vaccine breaks which of the following links in the chain of infection.: Susceptible host
: Labeling specimens at the time of collection in front of the patient.
technician expect to observe in the ostomy pouch?- : Liquid
urine. The patient is flushed and reports dry mouth. The technician should identify that these findings indicate which of the following?: Dehydration
technician should recognize that the provider prescribed this therapy for which of the following reasons.: To prevent respiratory complications
following topical antiseptics should the technician use to cleanse the patient's skin prior to the venipuncture?: - Chlorhexidine gluconate
7 / flow. Which of the following locations is the best place to obtain this measurement for a patient who has this condition?: Fore- head
technician plan to take?: Hold gauze over the site when removing the catheter.
Escort the patient using a wheelchair
Reinforcing teaching about a wound care technique taught to the patient by a nurse
for laboratory testing on human specimens.
technician invert the collection tubes that contain anticoagulants immediately following a blood collection?: To prevent clotting of the blood.
the identification and integrity of samples
to demonstrate how to give an insulin injection. Which of the following statements should the technician make?: "I will inform the nurse about your request regarding the injection."
technician should check the cable connec- tions for which of the following limb electrodes?: Right arm and left arm
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technician take when assisting the patient out of bed?: Have the patient push off the bed using his hands when prompted.
that the patient's pulse oximetry level is 91%. Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Report the pulse oximetry level to the nurse.
pressure ulcer. Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Don new gloves after removing the soiled dressing.
should the technician take when communicat- ing with this patient?: Write questions and instructions on a notepad for the patient.
Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Turn the patient's stockings inside out before applying.
release the tourniquet?: Within 1 min
of the following instructions should the technician give to the patient?: "Void into the specimen collection device I have left for you."
deep-breathing and coughing exercises. Which of the following actions should the technician take?: During the exercis- es, have the patient place a pillow over the incisional area.
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field, the technician drops the catheter on clean sheets. Which of the following actions should the technician take?: Ob- tain another sterile kit
following steps should the technician take?: Lock the wheels of the wheelchair and the bed.
empty the drainage receptacle?: Every 8 hr
from his father, and the nurse agrees. The technician should recognize that the nurse's action is a violation of which of the following parts of the Patients' Bill of Rights?: The right to information about one's condition.
Involvement in making decisions about their care
a tracing?: Gain control
take first?: Cleanse the skin around the stoma with water.
findings should the technician report to the nurse immediately?: Urine output 500 mL
bpm: Atrial fibrillation
(TJC)?: Sentinel events (unexpected occur- rences that cause death or serious physical or psychological injury to a
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Secure any of the patient's valuables
following responses should the technician make?: "I'm sorry you're in so much pain. Can you tell me where your pain is located?"
potential indication of child maltreatment?- : Malnutrition
following is the standard EKG paper speed?- : 25 mm/second
the technician clean and disinfect reusable EKG equipment?: Immediately after each patient
actions should the technician take first?: Ask the patient if she is able to talk
for help, is in contact isolation. Which of the following actions should the technician take next?: Put on a gown and gloves
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