Patient Care & Safety

Question 1

What’s important In communication with patients In CT?

Answer 1

Info needs to be correctly coded for understanding (no technical languages, speak slowly, ask them questions)
Explain before acting (potential noises & sensations)

Question 2

What are examples of body language when communicating with pt?

Answer 2

Eye contact, gestures, touch o support.
Posture creates empathetic interaction
Nod to indicate you’re listening & understanding what they’re saying.

Question 3

What are specific considerations with aphasic patients? (3)

Answer 3

Talk to the patient if they cannot talk back to you.
Say one thing at a time & slow down
Limit distractions

Question 4

Specific considerations with paediatric patients? (4)

Answer 4

Not a small adult
Technique requires adaptation
Tolerance needed
Informal speech

Question 5

Specific consideration with infectious patients? (3)

Answer 5

Do not isolate patient
Last on list is preferable
How can you contain the infection?

Question 6

What are 6 things you need to check before the CT exam.

Answer 6

Justification, LMP, Consent, Changing rooms, Preparation rooms, Clean organised scanning room.

Question 7

What are 5 things you should do during the CT exam?

Answer 7

1. Introduce yourself & triple ID,
2. Show patient equipment & explain procedure,
3. Ensure patient is comfortable & reassure,
4. Give instructions slowly & clearly & observe pt. throughout scan,
5. Optimise protocol (doses = ALARA & use AEC etc.)

Question 8

What are some risks with CT? (7)

Answer 8

Falls, Table movement, blind gantry angulation, infection control claustrophobia, allergic reaction to IV contrast, radiation risks.