Patient Care Review Questions (Book)

Question 1

X-ray verification of central venous catheter (CVC) placement should identify the catheters distal tip at the

a.) vena cava near the right atrium
b.) vena cava near the left atrium
c.) aorta near the right atrium
d.) aorta near the left atrium

Answer 1

a.) vena cava near the right atrium

Question 2

Pathogenic microorganisms that require contact precautions include
1.) MRSA
2.) clostridium difficile (C. difficile)
3.) hepatitis A

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 2

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 3

From the following, select the four circumstances that ciolate ARRT rules of ethics and can lead to ARRT professional sanction.
1.) soliciting/receiving examination information that uses language similar to that found on the certification examination
2.) providing incorrect/misleading information regarding ones ARRT credentials or qualifications
3.) assisting in billing practices that violate federal or state laws
4.) inappropriate use of radiographic equipment
5.) failure to respect the patients privacy
6.) providing false information regarding continuing education (CE) compliance

a.) 1, 2, 3 and 4
b.) 1, 3, 5 and 6
c.) 1, 2, 3 and 6
d.) 2, 4, 5 and 6

Answer 3

c.) 1, 2, 3 and 6

Question 4

Logrolling is a method of moving patients with suspected:

a.) head injury
b.) spinal injury
c.) bowel obstruction
d.) extremity fracture

Answer 4

b.) spinal injury

Question 5

Fractures of two or more adjacent ribs is termed:

a.) pectus carinatum
b.) pectus excavatum
c.) flail chest
d.) atelectasis

Answer 5

c.) flail chest

Question 6

An iotragenic infection is the one caused by:

a.) physician intervention
b.) blood borne pathogens
c.) chemotherapy
d.) infected droplets

Answer 6

a.) physician intervention

Question 7

A radiographer should recognize that gerontologic patients often have undergone physical changes that include the loss of:

1.) muscle mass
2.) bone calcium
3.) mental alertness

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 7

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 8

Examples of unintentional misconduct include:

1.) battery
2.) negligence
3.) slander
4.) malpractice
5.) false imprisonment

a.) 1, 3 and 4
b.) 2 and 4
c.) 2, 3 and 5
d.) 1, 4 and 5

Answer 8

b.) 2 and 4

Question 9

Xray verification of pacemaker leads placement should identify the catheters tip at the:

a.) apex of the right ventricle
b.) apex of the left ventricle
c.) right or left pulmonary artery
d.) superior or inferior vena cava

Answer 9

a.) apex of the right ventricle

Question 10

Examples of portal of entry in the cycle of infection include:

1.) a break in the skin
2.) nasal mucous membrane
3.) urinary tract

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 10

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 11

Administration of a contrast agent for radiographic demonstration of the spinal canal and adjacent structures is performed using which of the following routes?

a.) subcutaneous
b.) intravenous
c.) intramuscular
d.) intrathecal

Answer 11

d.) intrathecal

Question 12

Possible side effects of an iodinated contrast medium that is administered intravenously include which of the following

1.) a warm flushed feeling
2.) altered taste
3.) itching
4.) sneezing
5.) nausea
6.) rash and hives

a.) 1, 5 and 6
b.) 1, 2 and 5
c.) 3, 4 and 5
d.) 2, 5 and 6

Answer 12

b.) 1, 2 and 5

Question 13

If the patient suffers as a result of the radiographers actions, the radiographer can be charged with professional negligence. Many courts will apply res ispa loquitor, the thing speaks for itself. Select the three circumstances from the following that could subject the radiographer to an accusation of negligence.
1.) failure to explain the xray examination to the patient
2.) imaging the wrong patient
3.) cropping/masking an electronic image to make it look collimated
4.) modification of exposure indicator (EI) values
5.) failure to address the pateint in a professional manner

a.) 1, 2 and 3
b.) 1, 4 and 5
c.) 2, 3 and 4
d.) 3, 5 and 6

Answer 13

c.) 2, 3 and 4

Question 14

Which of the following statements regarding tracheostomy patients is true?

1.) tracheostomy patients have difficulty is speaking
2.) mobile chest imaging requires any tracheostomy tube to be rotated out of view
3.) audible rattling sounds indicate a need for suction

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 14

c.) 1 and 3 only

Question 15

A small container holding several doses of medication is termed:

a.) an ampule
b.) a vial
c.) a bolus
d.) a carafe

Answer 15

b.) a vial

Question 16

You have encountered a person who is apparently unconcious and unresponsive there is no rise and fall of the chest, and you can hear no breath sounds. You should first:

a.) begin mouth to mouth rescue breathing, giving two full breaths
b.) proceed with the heimlich maneuver
c.) begin with 30 external chest compressions at a rate of 100 compressions/min
d.) begin with 5 external chest compressions at a rate of 50 compressions/min

Answer 16

c.) begin with 30 external chest compression at a rate of 100 compressions/min

Question 17

Examples of biomedical waste include:
1.) labratory and pathology waste
2.) used bandages and dressings
3.) chest tubes
4.) bladder catheters

a.) 1, 3 and 4
b.) 1, 2 and 3
c.) 2, 3 and 4
d.) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 17

d.) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 18

Types of inflammatory bowel disease include:
1.) chrons disease
2.) ulcerative colitis
3.) intussusception

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 18

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 19

Misunderstanding between cultures can happen as a result of:

1.) looking directly into someones eyes
2.) the use of certain gestures
3.) standing too close while speaking to another

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 19

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 20

What demonstrates correct body mechanics?

Answer 20

Bending with knees, bending down to pick up an heavy object

Question 21

Some proteins in latex can produce mild to severe allergic reactions. Which of the following medical equipment could contain latex?
1.) stethoscopes
2.) enema tips
3.) bed linen
4.) disposable needles
5.) bedpans
6.) syringes

a.) 1, 2 and 3
b.) 4, 5 and 6
c.) 2, 4 and 5
d.) 1, 2 and 6

Answer 21

d.) 1, 2 and 6

Question 22

Which of the following precautions should be used when microbes are transmitted in air or dust particles?
1.) droplet precautions
2.) airborne precautions
3.) contact precautions
4.) vector precautions

a.) 1 and 2
b.) 1 and 4
c.) 2 and 3
d.) 3 and 4

Answer 22

a.) 1 and 2

Question 23

A large volume of medication introduced intravenously over a longer period of time is termed:

a.) an IV push
b.) an infusion
c.) a bolus
d.) a hypodermic

Answer 23

b.) an infusion

Question 24

Conditions requiring oxygen therapy include:
1.) COPD
2.) pneumonia
3.) sleep apnea

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 24

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 25

An inanimate object that has been in contact with an infectious microorganism is termed a:

a.) vector
b.) fomite
c.) host
d.) resevoir

Answer 25

b.) fomite

Question 26

In which stage of infection do the infective microbes begin to multiply?

a.) latent period
b.) incubation period
c.) disease phase
d.) convalescent phase

Answer 26

b.) incubation period

Question 27

A partially obstructed airway is clinically manifested in which of the following ways?
1.) dysphagia
2.) noisy, labored breathing
3.) nail bed and lip cyanosis

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 27

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 28

All of the following statements regarding hand hygiene and skin care are correct, except:

a.) hands should be cleansed before and after every patient examination
b.) faucets should be opened and closed with paper towels
c.) hands should be smooth and free from chapping
d.) any cracks or abrasions should be left uncovered

Answer 28

d.) any cracks or abrasions should be left uncovered

Question 29

All of the following are correct concepts of good body mechanics during patient lifting/moving, except:

a.) the radiographer should stand with feet approximately 12 inches apart, with one foot slightly forward
b.) the bodys center of gravity should be positioned over its base of support
c.) the back should be kept straight; avoid twisting
d.) when carrying a heavy object, hold it away from the body

Answer 29

d.) when carrying a heavy object, hold it away from the body

Question 30

When a patient arrives in the radiology department with a urniary foley catheter bag, it is important to:

a.) place the drainage bag above the level of the bladder
b.) place the drainage bag at the same level as the bladder
c.) place the drainage bag below the level of the bladder
d.) clamp the foley catheter

Answer 30

c.) place the drainage bag below the level of the bladder

Question 31

While assisting a patient onto an xray table, when the patient has one strong side and one weak side, the radiographer should:

a.) start with the weaker side closer to the table
b.) start with the stronger side closer to the table
c.) always use a two person lift
d.) lift the patient carefully onto the table

Answer 31

b.) start with the stronger side closer to the table

Question 32

The radiographer can help to alleviate patient anxiety in which of the following ways?
1.) careful explanation of the procedure
2.) avoiding use of complex medical terms
3.) listening carefully to the patient

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 32

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 33

What does number 85 represent in the blood pressure reading 145/85 mm Hg?
1.) the phase of relaxation of the cardiac muscle tissue
2.) the phase of contraction of the cardiac muscle tissue
3.) higher than desirable diastolic pressure
4.) lower than normal diastolic pressure

a.) 1 and 3
b.) 1 and 4
c.) 2 and 3
d.) 2 and 4

Answer 33

a.) 1 and 3

Question 34

Facsimile transmission of health information is:
1.) not permitted
2.) permitted for urgently needed patient care
3.) permitted for third party payer hospitilization certification

a.) 1 only
b.) 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 34

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 35

Forms of intentional misconduct include:

1.) slander
2.) invasion of privacy
3.) negligence

a.) 1 only
b.) 2 only
c.) 1 and 2 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 35

c.) 1 and 2 only

Question 36

Which of the following statements is correct with regard to assisting a patient from a wheelchair to an xray table?

a.) the wheelchair should be parallel with the xray table
b.) the wheelchair should be angled 45 degrees to the xray table
c.) the wheelchair should directly face the xray table
d.) the wheelchair footrests should be folded down for foot support during transfer

Answer 36

b.) the wheelchair should be angled 45 degrees to the xray table

Question 37

Blood flows into the left ventricle via the:

a.) tricuspud vlave during atrial systole
b.) tricuspud valve during ventricular systole
c.) bicuspid valve during atrial systole
d.) bicuspid valve during ventricular systole

Answer 37

c.) bicuspud valve during atrial systole

Question 38

You and a fellow radiographer have recieved an unconcious patient from a motor vehicle accident. As you perform the examination, it is important that you:
1.) refer to the patient by name
2.) make only those statements that you would make with a concious patient
3.) reassure the patient about what you are doing

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 38

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 39

A cathartic is used to:

a.) inhibit coughing
b.) promote elimination of urine
c.) stimulate defaction
d.) induce vomiting

Answer 39

c.) stimulate defacation

Question 40

The most effective method of sterilization is:

a.) dry heat
b.) moist heat
c.) pasteurization
d.) freezing

Answer 40

b.) moist heat

Question 41

Of the following, which is the most appropriate needle angle for an intravenous injection?

a.) 90 degrees
b.) 75 degrees
c.) 45 degrees
d.) 15 degrees

Answer 41

d.) 15 degrees

Question 42

The beleif that ones own cultural ways are superior to any other is termed:

a.) ethnology
b.) ethnobiology
c.) ethnocentrism
d.) ethnography

Answer 42

c.) ethnocentrism

Question 43

Compliance with HIPPA standards requires which of the following?
1.) protected health care information is accessible to health care workers only
2.) a copy of authorization for release of medical information is kept on file
3.) patient information computer files must be encrypted

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 43

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 44

Which of the following may be used to effectively reduce the viscosity of contrast media?

a.) warming
b.) refrigeration
c.) storage at a normal room temperature
d.) storage in a cool, dry place

Answer 44

a.) warming

Question 45

This type of shock often associated with pulmonary embolism or myocardial infarction is classified as:

a.) neurogenic
b.) cardiogenic
c.) hypovolemic
d.) septic

Answer 45

b.) cardiogenic

Question 46

Symptoms associated with a respiratory reaction to contrast media include:
1.) sneezing
2.) hoarseness
3.) wheezing

a.) 1 and 2 only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 46

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 47

What type of precautions is used to prevent the spread of bronchial secretions during coughing?

a.) contact precautions
b.) airborne precautions
c.) protective isolation
d.) strict isolation

Answer 47

b.) airborne precautions

Question 48

An MRI procedure is contraindicted for a patient who has:

a.) a herniated disk
b.) cochlear implants
c.) dental fillings
d.) subdural bleeding

Answer 48

b.) cochlear implants

Question 49

Blood pressure within vessels is highest during:

a.) ventricular diastole
b.) ventricular systole
c.) atrial diastole
d.) atrial systole

Answer 49

b.) ventricular systole

Question 50

each of the following is an example of a fomite, except:

a.) a doorknob
b.) a tick
c.) a spoon
d.) an xray table

Answer 50

b.) a tick

Question 51

Which of the followign legal phrases defines a circumstance in which the actions of both the health care provider and the patient are responsible for an injurous outcome?

a.) intentional misconduct
b.) contributory negligence
c.) gross negligence
d.) none of the above

Answer 51

b.) contributory negligence

Question 52

What is the first treatment for extravasation of contrast media during an IV injection?

a.) apply a hot compress
b.) apply a cold compress
c.) remove needle and apply pressure to the vein until bleeding stops
d.) remove the needle and locate a sturdier vein immediately

Answer 52

c.) remove needle and apply pressure to the vein until bleeding stops

Question 53

Which of the following diastolic pressure readings indicates hypertension?

a.) 40mm Hg
b.) 60mm Hg
c.) 70mm Hg
d.) 90mm Hg

Answer 53

d.) 90mmHg

Question 54

To reduce back strain that can result from moving heavy objects, the radiographer should:

a.) hold the object away from his or her body when lifting
b.) bend at the waist and pull
c.) pull the object
d.) push the object

Answer 54

d.) push the object

Question 55

All the following statements regarding oxygen delivery are true, except :

a.) oxygen is classified as a drug and must be prescribed by a physician
b.) the rate of delivery and mode of delivery must be part of a physician order for oxygen
c.) oxyen may be ordered continuously or as needed for the patient
d.) none of the above, all these are true

Answer 55

d.) none of the above, all these are true

Question 56

Examples of various deiverse cultural groups include which of the following?
1.) generational groups
2.) socioeconomic groups
3.) handicapped groups

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 56

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 57

Gas producing powder or crystals usually are ingested preliminary to which of the following examinations?

a.) double contrast barium enema (BE)
b.) double contrast gastrointestinal (GI) series
c.) oral cholecystogram
d.) IV urogram

Answer 57

b.) double contrast gastrointestinal (GI) series

Question 58

According to the CDC, all of the following precaution guidlines are true, except:

a.) airborne precautions require that the patient wears a mask
b.) masks are indicated when caring for patients on MRSA precautions
c.) patients under MRSA precautions require a negative pressure room
d.) masks are indicated when caring for a patient on droplet precautions

Answer 58

c.) patients under MRSA precautions require a negative pressure room

Question 59

Routes of drug administration include:
1.) sublingual
2.) topical
3.) parenteral

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 59

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 60

You are working in the outpatient department and receive a patient who is complaining of pain in the right hip joint; however, the requisition asks for a left femur examination. What should you do?

a.) perform a right hip examination
b.) perform a left femur examination
c.) perform both a right hip and a left hip femur examination
d.) check with the referring physician

Answer 60

d.) check with the referring physician

Question 61

If a radiographer performed a lumbar spine examination on a patient who was supposed to have an elbow examination, which of the following charges may be brought against the radiographer?

a.) assault
b.) battery
c.) false imprisonment
d.) defamation

Answer 61

b.) battery

Question 62

Which of the following diagnostic examinations requires restriction of a patients diet?
1.) barium enema (BE)
2.) pyelogram
3.) metastatic survey

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 2 and 3 only

Answer 62

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 63

Which of the following procedures must be performed by the radiographer before entering a contact isolation room with a mobile xray unit?
1.) put on a gown and gloves only
2.) put on gown, gloves, mask and cap
3.) clean the mobile xray unit

a.) 1 only
b.) 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 2 and 3 only

Answer 63

a.) 1 only

Question 64

Examples of a nasogastric (NG) tubes include:
1.) swan ganz
2.) salem sump
3.) levin

a.) 1 and 2 only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 64

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 65

All of the following are central venous lines, except:

a.) port a cath
b.) a picc
c.) a swan ganz
d.) a salem sump

Answer 65

d.) a salem sump

Question 66

Another term used to describe nosocomial infections is

a.) iatrogenic
b.) health care associated infections
c.) droplet
d.) airborne

Answer 66

b.) health care associated infections

Question 67

The condition in which pulmonary alveoli lose their elasticity and become permanently inflated, causing the patient to conciously exhale is:

a.) bronchial asthma
b.) bronchitis
c.) emphysema
d.) TB

Answer 67

c.) emphysema

Question 68

In pediatric imaging, a neonate is usually described as an:

a.) preschooler
b.) toddler
c.) infant
d.) newborn

Answer 68

d.) newborn

Question 69

A radiologic technologist can be found guilty of a tort in which of the following situations?
1.) performing the wrong examination on a patient
2.) imaging the wrong patient
3.) using patient immobilization against his or her will

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 69

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 70

All of the following statements regarding informed consent are true, except:

a.) informed consent is required for research participation
b.) the physician named on the consent form must perform the procedure
c.) the consent form cannot be revoked, once signed
d.) a parent or legal guardian is required to sign for a minor

Answer 70

c.) the consent form cannot be revoked, once signed

Question 71

following pacemaker insertion, care must be taken to:

a.) keep the patient flat for 12 hours
b.) keep the patient trendelenburg for 12 hours
c.) avoid elevating/abducting the patients right arm for 24 hours
d.) avoid elevating/abducting the patients left arm for 24 hours

Answer 71

d.) avoid elevating/abducting the patients left arm for 24 hours

Question 72

On reviewing a patients blood chemistry, which of the following adult blood urea nitrogen (BUN) ranges is considered normal?

a.) 0.6-1.5 mg/dL
b.) 4.5-6 mg/dL
c.) 7-20 mg/dL
d.) up to 50 mg/dL

Answer 72

c.) 7-20 mg/dL

Question 73

Procedures requiring intravascular iodinated contrast agent for patients being treated with metformin for type 2 diabetes, with no indication of acute kidney disease (AKI) or severe chronic kidney disease, should recieve which of the following instructions?
1.) do not discontinue metformin before or after receiving contrast
2.) renal function reassessment not required following the examination
3.) temporarily discontinue metformin at time of (or prior to) the procedure

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 73

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 74

All of the following are forms of mechanical obstruction seen in neonates or infants, except:

a.) paralytic ileus
b.) meconium ileus
c.) volvulus
d.) intussusception

Answer 74

a.) paralytic ileus

Question 75

The pain experienced by an individual whose coronary arteries are no conveying sufficient blood to the heart is called:

a.) tachycardia
b.) bradycardia
c.) angina pectoris
d.) syncope

Answer 75

c.) angina pectoris

Question 76

Which of the following conditions must be met in order for a patient consent to be valid?
1.) the patient must sign the consent form before receiving sedation
2.) the physician named on the consent form must perform the procedure
3.) blank spaces on the form must be completed by the physician after patient signiture

a.) 1 and 2 only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 76

a.) 1 and 2 only

Question 77

The advantages of using nonionic, water soluble contrast media include:
1.) cost containment benefits
2.) low toxicity
3.) fewer adverse reactions

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 77

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 78

A vasovagal response experienced after injection of a contrast agent is characterized by all of the following symptoms, except:

a.) nausea
b.) syncope
c.) hypertension
d.) anxiety

Answer 78

c.) hypertension

Question 79

Which of the following statements is/are true regarding a two member team performing mobile radiography on a patient with MRSA precautions?
1.) one radiographer remains clean that is, he or she has no physical contact with the patient
2.) the radiographer who positions the mobile unit also makes the exposure
3.) the radiographer who positions the IP also retreives the IP and removes it from its plastic protective cover

a.) 1 and 2only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 79

a.) 1 and 2 only

Question 80

Which of the following must be included in a patients medical record or chart?
1.) diagnostic and therapeutic orders
2.) medical history
3.) informed consent

a.) 1 and 2 only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 80

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 81

While in your care for a radiologic procedure, a patient asks to see his medical record/chart. Which of the following is the appropriate respones?

a.) inform the patient that the records are for health care providers to view, not for the patient
b.) inform the patient that you do not know how to access his records
c.) inform the patient that he has the right to see his records but he should request to view them with his physician so that they are interpreted properly
d.) show the patient his records and leave him alone for a few minutes to review them

Answer 81

c.) inform the patient that he has the right to see his records but he should request to view them with his physician so that they are interpreted properly

Question 82

In which of the following conditions is a double contrasat BE essential for demonstration of the condition?
1.) polyps
2.) colitis
3.) diverticulosis

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 82

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 83

Pathologic microorganisms spread by direct or close contact include:
1.) MRSA
2.) conjuctivitis
3.) rotavirus

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 83

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 84

You receive an ambulatory patient for a GI series. As the patient is being seated on the xray table he tells you he feels faint. You should:
1.) lay the patient down on the xray table
2.) elevate the patients legs or place the table slightly trendelenburg
3.) leave quickly and call for help

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 84

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 85

The medical term for hives is:

a.) vertigo
b.) epistaxis
c.) urticaria
d.) aura

Answer 85

c.) urticaria

Question 86

Blood pressure is measured in units of

a.) millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)
b.) beats per minute
c.) degrees of farenheit
d.) liters per minute

Answer 86

a.) millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)

Question 87

Which ethical principle is related to sincerity and truthfulness?

a.) beneficience
b.) autonomy
c.) veracity
d.) fidelity

Answer 87

c.) veracity

Question 88

The medical term for congentital clubfoot is:

a.) coxa plana
b.) osteochondritis
c.) talipes
d.) muscular dystrophy

Answer 88

c.) talipes

Question 89

In what order should the following exam be performed?
1.) upper GI series
2.) IVU
3.) BE

a.) 3,1,2
b.) 1,3,2
c.) 2,1,3
d.) 2,3,1

Answer 89

d.) 2, 3, 1

Question 90

Patients are questioned regarding presence of any aneurysm clips, pacemakers, artificial heart valves, or shrapnel during screening for?

a.) sonography
b.) CT
c.) MRI
d.) fluoroscopy

Answer 90

c.) MRI

Question 91

The condition that allows blood to shunt between the right and left ventricles is called:

a.) patent ductus arteriosis
b.) coarctation of the aorta
c.) atrial septal defect
d.) ventricular septal defect

Answer 91

d.) ventricular septal defect

Question 92

A patient experiencing an episode of syncope should be placed in which of the following positions?

a.) dorsal recumbent with head elevated
b.) dorsal recumbent with feet elevated
c.) lateral recumbent
d.) seated with feet supported

Answer 92

b.) dorsal recumbent with feet elevated

Question 93

The cycle of infection includes which of the following components?
1.) resevoir of infection
2.) susceptible host
3.) mode of transmission

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 93

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 94

The act of inspiration will cause elevation of the
1.) sternum
2.) ribs
3.) diaphragm

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 94

b.) 1 and 2only

Question 95

What venous device can be used for a patient requiring IV injections at frequent or regular intervals?

a.) butterfly needles
b.) intermittent injection port
c.) IV infusion
d.) hypodermic needle

Answer 95

b.) intermittent injection port

Question 96

Guidelines for cleaning contaminated objects or surfaces include which of the following?
1.) clean from the least contaminated to the most contaminated area
2.) clean in a circular motion, starting from the center and working outwards
3.) clean from top down

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 96

c.) 1 and 3 only

Question 97

While performing mobile radiography on a patient, you note that the requisition is for a chest image to check placement of a swan ganz catheter. A swan ganz catheter is an :

a.) pacemaker
b.) chest tube
c.) IV catheter
d.) urinary catheter

Answer 97

c.) IV catheter

Question 98

A patient who is warm, flushed, or feverish is said to be:

a.) diaphoretic
b.) febrile
c.) cyanotic
d.) anxious

Answer 98

b.) febrile

Question 99

The mechanical device used to correct an ineffectual cardiac rhythym is a :

a.) defibrillator
b.) cardiac monitor
c.) crash cart
d.) resuscitation bag

Answer 99

a.) defibrillator

Question 100

When caring for a patient with an IV line, the radiographer should keep the medication :

a.) 18-24 inches above the level of the vein
b.) 18-24 inches below the level of the vein
c.) 28-30 inches above the level of the vein
d.) 28-30 inches below the level of the vein

Answer 100

a.) 18-24 inches above the level of the vein

Question 101

Diseases that require droplet precautions include:
1.) rubella
2.) mumps
3.) influenza

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 101

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 102

A protective enviroment or neutropenic precautions (sometimes called expanded precautions) as indicated is required in which of the following conditions?

1.) TB
2.) burns
3.) leukemia

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 102

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 103

When a GI series has been requested on a patient with a suspected perforated ulcer, the type of cntrast medium that should be used is:

a.) thin barium sulfate suspension
b.) a thick barium sulfate suspension
c.) water soluble iodinated media
d.) oil based iodinated media

Answer 103

c.) water soluble iodinated media

Question 104

Nitroglycerin is used:

a.) to relieve pain from angina pectoris
b.) to prevent a heart attack
c.) as a vasoconstrictor
d.) to increase blood pressure

Answer 104

a.) to relieve pain from angina pectoris

Question 105

For medicolegal reasons, radiographic images are required to include all of the following information except:

a.) the patients name and/or identification number
b.) the patients birth date
c.) a right or left side marker
d.) the date of examination

Answer 105

b.) the patients birth date

Question 106

The diameter of a needles lumen is called its:

a.) bevel
b.) guage
c.) hub
d.) length

Answer 106

b.) guage

Question 107

Select the three symptoms/reactions that would be classified as mild anaphylactic symptoms.
1.) tingling/itching at injection site
2.) nasal congestion
3.) wheezing
4.) anxious feeling

a.) 1, 2 and 3
b.) 2, 3 and 4
c.) 1, 2 and 4
d.) 1, 3 and 4

Answer 107

c.) 1, 2 and 4

Question 108

A patient in a recumbent position with the feet higher than the head is said to be in which of the following positions?

a.) trendelenburg
b.) fowler
c.) sims
d.) caldwell

Answer 108

a.) trendelenburg

Question 109

The normal average rate of respiration for a healthy adult patient is:

a.) 5-7 breaths per minute
b.) 8-12 breaths per minute
c.) 12-20 breaths per minute
d.) 20-30 breaths per minute

Answer 109

c.) 12-20 breaths per minute

Question 110

Which of the following is a vasopressor and may be used for an anaphylactic reaction or a cardiac arrest?

a.) nitroglycerin
b.) epinephrine
c.) hydrocortisone
d.) digitoxin

Answer 110

b.) epinephrine

Question 111

Examples of means by which infectious microorganisms can be transmitted via indirect contact include:
1.) a fomite
2.) soiled equipment
3.) nasal or oral secretions

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 111

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 112

All the following rules regarding proper hand washing technique are correct, except:

a.) keep hands and forearms lower than elbows
b.) use paper towels to turn water on
c.) avoid using hand lotions whenever possible
d.) carefully wash all surfaces and between fingers

Answer 112

c.) avoid using hand lotions whenever possible

Question 113

Which of the following instructions should be given to a patient following a barium sulfate contrast examination?
1.) increase fluid and fiber intake for several days
2.) changes in stool color will occur until all barium has been evacuated
3.) contact a physician if no bowel movement occurs in 24 hours

a.) 1 only
b.) 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 113

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 114

Which blood vessels are best suited for determination of pulse rate?

a.) superficial arteries
b.) deep arteries
c.) superficial veins
d.) deep veins

Answer 114

a.) superficial arteries

Question 115

The medical abbreviation meaning “after meals” is

a.) gtt
b.) qid
c.) qh
d.) pc

Answer 115

d.) pc

Question 116

Symptoms of inadequate oxygen supply include:
1.) diaphoresis
2.) cyanosis
3.) retraction of intercostal spaces

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 116

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 117

If an emergency trauma patient experiences hemmorhaging from a leg injury, the radiographer should
1.) apply pressure to the bleeding site
2.) call the emergency department for assistance
3.) apply a pressure bandage and complete the examination

a.) 1 and 2 only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 117

a.) 1 and 2 only

Question 118

Skin discoloration owing to cyanosis may be observed in the

1.) gums
2.) earlobes
3.) tongue

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 118

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 119

The controlled substance act divides drugs and other controlled substances into five schedules according to:

a.) dosage form
b.) actions
c.) potential for abuse
d.) generic name

Answer 119

c.) potential for abuse

Question 120

All of the following are useful resources for non english speaking patients, except

a.) automated language lines
b.) special dual headset phones
c.) a certified interpreter
d.) a family member or friend

Answer 120

d.) a family member or friend

Question 121

Which of the following is/are symptoms of shock?
1.) pallor and weakness
2.) increased pulse
3.) fever

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 121

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 122

Increased pain threshold, breakdown of skin, and atrophy of fat pads and sweat glands are all important considerations when working with which of the following groups of patients?

a.) infants
b.) children
c.) adolescents
d.) geriatric patients

Answer 122

d.) geriatric patients

Question 123

The practice that is used to retard the growth of pathogenic bacteria is termed

a.) antisepsis
b.) disinfection
c.) sterilization
d.) medical asepsis

Answer 123

a.) antisepsis

Question 124

The usual patient preparation for an upper GI examination is:

a.) nothing by mouth (NPO) 8 hours before the examination
b.) light breakfast only on the morning of the examination
c.) clear fluids only on the morning of the examination
d.) 2 ounces of castor oil and enemas until clear

Answer 124

a.) nothing by mouth (NPO) 8 hours before the examination

Question 125

Successful, effective communication includes proficiency in which of the following skills?
1.) writing
2.) speech
3.) observation

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 125

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 126

When reviewing patient blood chemistry levels, what is considered the normal creatanine range?

a.) 0.5-1.2 mg/dL
b.) 4.5-6 mg/dL
c.) 8-20 mg/dL
d.) up to 50 mg/dL

Answer 126

a.) 0.5-1.2mg/dL

Question 127

Which of the following medical equipment is used to determine blood pressure?
1.) pulse oximeter
2.) stethoscope
3.) sphygnanometer

a.) 1 and 2 only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 127

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 128

Diseases whose mode of transmission is through the air include

1.) tuberculosis
2.) severe acute respiratory syndrome
3.) ruboela

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 128

c.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 129

Nosocomial infections are those acquired from:

a.) health care facilities
b.) physicians
c.) inanimate objects
d.) insects

Answer 129

a.) health care facilities

Question 130

Tracheostomy is indicated in cases of tracheal obstruction when the obstruction is located:

a.) below the level of the larynx
b.) above the level of the larynx
c.) inferior to the carina
d.) in the right primary bronchus

Answer 130

b.) above the level of the larynx

Question 131

In her studies on death and dying, dr elizabeth kubler ross described the first stage of the grieving process as

a.) denial
b.) anger
c.) bargaining
d.) depression

Answer 131

a.) denial

Question 132

Disclosing confidential information to an unauthorized individual is termed:

a.) defamation
b.) slander
c.) libel
d.) invasion of privacy

Answer 132

d.) invasion of privacy

Question 133

The standard of ethics is made up of:
1.) code of ethics
2.) rules of ethics
3.) patients bill of rights
4.) patient care partnership

a.) 1 and 2
b.) 1, 2 and 4
c.) 2, 3 and 4
d.) 3 and 4

Answer 133

a.) 1 and 2

Question 134

Which of the following are enteral routes of drug administration?
1.) intrathecal
2.) rectal
3.) buccal
4.) oral
5.) nasogastric

a.) 1 and 3 only
b.) 2 and 3 only
c.) 1, 3 and 4 only
d.) 2, 4 and 5 only

Answer 134

d.) 2, 4 and 5 only

Question 135

Which of the following is the meaning of the legal doctrine res ispa loquitor?

a.) a matter settled by precedent
b.) a thing or matter settled by justice
c.) the things speaks for itself
d.) let the master answer

Answer 135

c.) the thing speaks for itself

Question 136

A localized dilatation or bulging in a blood vessel wall is a/an:

a.) cyst
b.) thrombus
c.) aneurysm
d.) angina

Answer 136

c.) aneurysm

Question 137

A creatanine level of 2.2 mg/dL is most likely a/an:

a.) indication for an SB study
b.) contraindiction for an SB study
c.) indication for an IVU study
d.) contraindiction for an IVU study

Answer 137

d.) contraindiction for an IVU study

Question 138

From the following, select the four functions that are typical of the radiographers patient assessment prior to starting an xray examination.

1.) check admission diagnosis
2.) check/measure body temperature
3.) obtain breif clinical history
4.) note appearance and condition
5.) notice degree of ambulation
6.) check/measure blood pressure

a.) 1, 2, 3 and 4
b.) 3, 4, 5 and 6
c.) 2, 3, 5 and 6
d.) 1, 3, 4 and 5

Answer 138

d.) 1, 3, 4 and 5

Question 139

Qualities of iodinated contrast agents that are less likely to contribute to side effects and reactions include all of the following, except:

a.) low osmolality
b.) high miscability
c.) low toxicity
d.) high viscosity

Answer 139

d.) high viscosity

Question 140

An abnormal acquired immune response to a substance that would not usually trigger a reaction is called a/an:

a.) allergy
b.) toxin
c.) allergen
d.) antidote

Answer 140

a.) allergy

Question 141

A diabetic patient who has taken insulin prior to a fasting radiologic examination is susceptible to

a.) hypoglycemic reaction
b.) hyperglycemic reaction
c.) dyspnea
d.) radiopaque

Answer 141

a.) hypoglycemic reaction

Question 142

Positive contrast agents are associated with all of the following, except:

a.) high atomic number
b.) iodine
c.) carbon dioxide
d.) radiopaque

Answer 142

c.) carbon dioxide

Question 143

If the patient is not capable of making decisions regarding his or her health, those rights can be excercised on their behalf by
1.) designated proxy
2.) designated surrogate
3.) parent or spouse

a.) 1 only
b.) 2 only
c.) 1 and 2
d.) 2 and 3

Answer 143

c.) 1 and 2

Question 144

Examples of nonverbal communication include:
1.) appearance
2.) eye contact
3.) touch

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 144

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 145

In classifying IV contrast agents, the total number of dissolved particles in solution per kilogram of water defines

a.) osmolality
b.) toxicity
c.) viscosity
d.) osmolarity

Answer 145

a.) osmolality

Question 146

The ethical principle that refers to our responsibility to keep our patient from harm and to avoid inflicting harm is:

a.) fidelity
b.) veracity
c.) beneficence
d.) nonmalefience

Answer 146

d.) nonmalefience

Question 147

Which two of the following rules are most likely apply when transporting a 3 year old child from the pediatric floor to the imaging department?

1.) the child can be carefully carried
2.) the child should be transported in a crib
3.) the child should be transported on a stretcher
4.) if transported via crib, the side rails must be up
5.) the child may be transported on a wheelchair

a.) 1 and 2
b.) 2 and 4
c.) 2 and 5
d.) 3 and 5

Answer 147

b.) 2 and 4

Question 148

Which of the following can be transmitted via infected blood?
1.) HBV
2.) HIV
3.) myobacterium tuberculosis

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 148

b.) 1 and 2 only

Question 149

Organize the cycle of infection components listed below:
1.) portal of entry
2.) resevoir of infection
3.) infectious organism
4.) mode of transportation
5.) susceptible host
6.) portal of exit

a.) 6, 2, 3, 4, 1, 5
b.) 3, 2, 6, 5, 1, 4
c.) 3, 6, 2, 4, 5, 1
d.) 5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6

Answer 149

b.) 3, 2, 6, 5, 1, 4

Question 150

Methods of sterilization include:
1.) 5 min in boiling water
2.) steam under pressure
3.) ethylene oxide

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 150

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 151

The most frequently used intravenous injection site, which is an anastomosis between other veins, is the:

a.) basilic vein
b.) cephalic vein
c.) median cubital vein
d.) median antecubital vein

Answer 151

c.) medial cubital vein

Question 152

When a radiographer is obtaining patient history, both subjective and objective data should be obtained, an example of subjective data is that:

a.) the patient appears to have a productive cough
b.) the patient has a blood pressure of 130/95 mm Hg
c.) the patient states that he or she experiences extreme pain in the upright position
d.) the patient has palpable mass in the right upper quadrant of the left breast

Answer 152

c.) the patient states that he or she experiences extreme pain in the upright position

Question 153

Therapeutic communication techniques include all of the following except :
1.) making observation
2.) restating the main idea
3.) giving advice
4.) establishing guidelines
5.) defending

a.) 1 and 3
b.) 2 and 4
c.) 2, 4 and 5
d.) 3 and 5

Answer 153

d.) 3 and 5

Question 154

Which of the following is the first step to be taken in the performance of a radiographic examination?

a.) obtain a clincial history
b.) provide appropriate patient assistance
c.) verify patient identity
d.) use appropriate infection control

Answer 154

c.) verify patient identity

Question 155

What document describes the minimally acceptable professional conduct for those certified by the ARRT?

a.) code of ethics
b.) rules of ethics
c.) patients bill of rights
d.) patient care partnership

Answer 155

b.) rules of ethics

Question 156

The request for imaging services for hospital patients generally includes which of the following information?
1.) patient name and/or identification number
2.) mode of travel to imaging department
3.) name of referring physician

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 156

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 157

The legal document or individual authorized to make an individuals heath care decisions, should the individual be unable to make them for himself or herself, is the:
1.) advance health care directive
2.) living will
3.) health care proxy

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 157

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 158

What is the most frequently used device to supplement the oxygen in room air?

a.) nasal cannula
b.) mechanical ventilator
c.) venturi mask
d.) partial rebreathing mask

Answer 158

a.) nasal cannula

Question 159

Suction may be required when the patient
1.) has excessive or very viscous secretions
2.) is unconcious
3.) experiences ineffective coughing

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 159

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 160

Instruments required to asses vital signs include:
1.) a stethoscope
2.) a sphygnanometer
3.) a watch with a second hand

a.) 1 only
b.) 1 and 2 only
c.) 1 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 160

d.) 1, 2 and 3

Question 161

Examples of central venous catheters (CVC) include the:
1.) portacath
2.) swan ganz
3.) raaf
4.) picc
5.) hickman

a.) 1, 2, 3, and 4
b.) 1, 3, 4 and 5
c.) 2, 3, 4 and 5
d.) 1, 2 and 4

Answer 161

b.) 1, 3, 4 and 5

Question 162

Pacemakers are most often used to treat:

a.) tachycardia
b.) bradycardia
c.) ventricular fibrillation
d.) PVCs

Answer 162

b.) bradycardia

Question 163

Which of the following drugs is used to treat dysrhytmias?

a.) epinephrine
b.) lidocaine
c.) nitroglycerin
d.) verapamil

Answer 163

b.) lidocaine

Question 164

In which of the following situations should a radiographer wear protective eye gear (goggles)?

1.) when performing an upper GI radiographic examination
2.) when assissting the radiologist during an angiogram
3.) when assissting the radiologist in a biopsy/aspiration procedure

a.) 1 and 2 only
b.) 1 and 3 only
c.) 2 and 3 only
d.) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 164

c.) 2 and 3 only

Question 165

A medication used to reduce fever is called:

a.) emetic
b.) antihistamine
c.) antipyuretic
d.) diuretic

Answer 165

c.) antipyuretic