Direct contact allows infectious organisms to move:
From the infected person directly to the susceptible host
If the radiographer touches hazardous chemicals, what must be done first:
Rinse with the warmest water that can be tolerated
The process of eliminating all organisms from the environment by gas sterilization, use of germicides or use of dry heat is called:
Surgical Asepsis
After a radiographer is gowned and gloved for a procedure, hands may not be placed:
Under the arms or on the sides or back of the gown
Which of the following requires that all equipment and personal be carefully covered?
Reverse Isolation
Which of the following does not require the use of gloves?
Respiratory Isolation
Which of the following is used is there is any chance of coming in contact primarily with products of the GI system of an infected person?
Enteric Isolation
When are masks not required, but needle stick precautions must be avoided?
Enteric Isolation
Which of the following is used with patients who are not infectious?
Body substance precautions
Which of the following may be ingested by a patient who has been placed on a clear liquid diet?
Gelatin
Tea
Barium Sulfate is classified as:
Inert Inorganic Salt
What causes blood to pool in peripheral vessels?
Neurogenic Shock
What is caused by infection that results in extremely low blood pressure?
Septic Shock
The most frequently performed exam using contrast medium is:
Chest X-ray
Air is negative contrast agent
Which of the following is a legitimate contraindication to the use of iodinated contrast media?
Allergy to any medication
Venipuncture:
May be performed by a radiographer only where allowed by state law
A reaction that causes the patients skin to turn cyanotic means:
Blueish or Purple
Neglect or omission of reasonable care defines:
Unintentional misconduct
Bradycardia indicates a pulse of:
Fewer than 60 beats per minute
Exposing items to a moisture of gases that will not harm the materials but will remove microorganisms is called:
Gas sterilization
The abbreviation that stands for heart attack is:
MI
MI stands for myocardial infarction
CVA
Cerebrovascular accident
Stroke
BX
Biopsy
If scheduled GI studies, patient preparation includes:
Low residue diet
NPO for 8-12 yours before procedure
Cathartics and enemas
Unnecessarily or improperly exposing the patients body or photographing the patient with out his or her consent:
Violation of Privacy
When charting, the radiographer must include:
Date and time of occurrence of an event or exam of the patient
Clear statements regarding patient condition and exam preformed
Full name and credentials
Long term retention of radio graphs is governed by:
State Law
First step to take when transferring a patient is to:
Check ID Band
Which of the following is not part of proper body mechanics
Lift with the strong muscles of the back
When moving a patient involves a wheelchair or cart, what is the first thing to double check after verifying patient ID?
That brakes are applied
A system that uses barriers between blood and all body fluids, non intact skin and mucous membranes of all individuals and susceptible people is called:
Standard Precautions
The process used to open sterile pack is called:
Sterile Technique
The first step in pouring liquids into a container in a sterile field is to:
Carefully determine the contents of the container
Airborne precautions require the use of:
Gloves, masks and standard precautions
Assessment of patient condition's maybe done be observing:
Changes in skin color to cyanotic or waxen pallor
Cyanosis of lips and nail beds
Skin temperature and moisture
Systolic blood pressure measures
Pumping of the Heart
Diastolic blood pressure less than 50mm Hg indicates some level of:
Shock
Cessation of heart function is called
Cardiac Arrest
Cessation of Breathing is
Respiratory Arrest
Respiratory arrest secondary to choking necessitates the use of:
Heimlich Maneuver
Suction
Symptoms of shock
Dyspnea
Accelerated pulse
Alteration in ability to think
Symptoms of shock
Restlessness and apprehension
Pale, cool, clammy skin
Systolic blood pressure of less then 30 mm Hg
Non-ionic means
Does not contain free ions in solution
Before injecting a contrast agent, what must the radiographer do?
Determine whether there is history of allergies or previous hypersensitivity to contrast agent.
Determine the extent of the patient's medical problems.
Review possible reactions to the contrast agent being used.
What should fill the needle before injection of a contrast agent is made?
Contrast agent, to insure no air is injected into the patient.
Which of the following is required by the ARRT rules and ethics?
Reporting in writing to the ARRT, another's unethical behavior
Issues such as violations, inappropriate sexual relationships on the job, and mental competency are addressed in which section of the standards of Ethics?
Rules of Ethics
Issues such as acting with discretion and professional judgement, using technology for its intended purpose and practicing with respect to all humanity is addressed in which section of the standard of Ethics?
Code of Ethics
Which of the following is an call glass container with holds a single dose of an inject-able medication?
Ampule
Which of the following statements regarding barium sulfate as a contrast media is true?
It dissolves when mixed with water
It is radiopaque
A code signaling cardiac arrest should be initiated when a
Carotid pulse cannot be found
If a patient is suspected of having perforated viscus, the contrast medium of choice should be
Water Soluble