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RADT 456 PT CARE

ARRT registry review covering patient care content

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What is an iatrogenic infection caused by? Physician intervention
The total number of dissolved particles in a solution per kg of water is termed? Osmolality
What does the legal doctrine respondeat superior mean? Let the master answer
What is a cathartic used for? To promote the elimination of urine
What needle angle is recommended for intramuscular injections? 15 degrees
A contaminated inanimate object such as a food utensil, door knob, or IV pole is referred to as? A fomite
What does a swanz ganz IV catheter monitor? It is used to measure the pumping ability of the heart, obtains pressure readings, introduce medications and necessary IV fluids
Name two common NG tubes. Levin and Salem-sump tubes
What is the most effective method of sterilization? Moist heat, using steam under pressure
True or False. Emphysema is a progressive disorder caused by long-term irritation of the bronchial passages. True
What is the normal BUN level? 8 to 25 mg/ 100 mL. An increase can signify decreased renal function.
What is the normal creatinine range? 0.6 to 1.5 mg/ 100 mL
What is a reservoir? A site where an infectious organism can remain alive from which transmission can occur
True or False. For infection to spread, there must be a host environment. True
What is a vector? An animal host of an infectious organism that transmits the infection via bite or sting.
True or False. Low osmolality and non-ionic, water-soluble contrast media is cheaper to purchase than that of ionic contrast media. False
What locations can cyanosis be characterized? Gums, nail beds, earlobes, area surrounding mouth
A patient has MRSA what category-specific isolation must be implemented? Contact precautions. Requires use of gloves,masks, and gowns.
What are the five most easily palpated pulse points? Radial, carotid, temporal, femoral, and popliteal pulses
What is a normal adult pulse rate? 60-100 bpm
What does the term Veracity mean? Telling the truth but also not practicing deception.
True or False. Exposing a patient to unnecessary radiation, by neglect to shield or by performing unwanted exams is considered a tort. True
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