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MID TERM STUDY
Intro to radiology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The term used to describe energy transmitted through matter is | radiation |
| Special protection should be taken to prevent excessive exposure to | ionizing radiation |
| Which of the following specialties uses a nonionizing form of radiation | sonography |
| The discovery of x-rays occurred in | 1895 |
| An individual who specializes in using x-rays to create images of the body is known as a | radiographer |
| An effective treatment of atherosclerosis that uses a special catheter with a balloon tip is termed | angioplasty |
| A discipline that visualizes sectional anatomy by the recording of a predetermined plane in the body is | computed tomography |
| Radiography of the breast is termed | mammography |
| The study of diseases of muscles and bones is termed | orthopedics |
| An individual who specializes in carrying out treatments designed to correct or improve the function of a particular body part or system is known as a: | therapist |
| Which of the following is a voluntary process through which an agency grants recognition to an individual on demonstration, usually by examination, of specialized professional skills? | certification |
| Which of the following is a listing of individuals holding certification credentials in a particular profession? | registry |
| What organization certifies individuals in radiography? | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists |
| Which of the following organizations represents the interests of radiologic technologists to the public and federal government? | American Society of Radiologic Technologists |
| What purpose is served by the standards document for a profession? | It specifies the requirements for accreditation of an educational program by a joint review committee |
| Which of the following is the process by which a governmental agency (usually at the state level) grants permission to individuals to practice their profession? | licensure |
| Which title is granted to a radiographer after successful completion of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist’s examination in radiography? | registered technologist, radiographer |
| Which of the following organizations is a sponsor of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists? | American Society of Radiologic Technologists |
| Which of the following is a voluntary peer process through which an agency grants recognition to an institution for a program of study that meets specified criteria? | accreditation |
| Approximately how many individuals are registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists? | 330,000 |
| Stress is defined as: | demand on time, energy, and resources with some threat included |
| Causes of stress include: | a. individual perception of wants b. poor physical health c. lack of time management |
| The best ways to reduce stress are by: | controlling time, thinking positively, and buffering stressors |
| when taking a test, always: | answer all questions you know first, then go back and repeat, leaving the most difficult questions for last |
| In-control language: | is positive and expresses choice |
| The biggest thief of time is: | indecision |
| When managing time, practice self-management, which includes which of the following? | prioritizing, setting limits, and providing for self-care |
| Good study habits include: | reading out loud and writing down important facts b. planned group activity c. a regular plan for study and review |
| Stress buffers include: | exercise and good nutrition |
| Vitamins and minerals depleted as a result of stress are: | B complex, C, and magnesium |
| Students in medical professions often learn to apply theories through the review of a real-life situation or scenario. What is this activity called? | case study |
| Which of the following is (are) characteristic of professional critical thinking? | sound professional judgment b. uncomfortable and challenging decision making c. quick and inventive response d. action based on professional knowledge and experience |
| What is the first step involved in problem solving associated with critical thinking? | Identify and clarify the problem |
| The second step involved in problem solving associated with critical thinking is to undergo an objective examination of the problem. What element(s) of this step is (are) reflected below? | implications of the problem b. safety risks and potential liability c. technical considerations d. number and type or types of solutions required |
| What is the primary factor in determining the solution to the problem in critical thinking? | the solution that provides the best outcome for the patient |
| In what aspect of the education program for a radiologic science professional is the student exposed to real-life experiences that allow him or her to transfer knowledge into action? | clinical |
| Analyzing personal values and feelings and managing uncomfortable ethical situations are components of what type of critical thinking? | affective |
| Which of the following describes a situation in which technical critical-thinking skills are required? | A trauma patient has a broken femur, and specialized hip radiographs are required |
| head nurse, preparing for an injection. As you peer through the door, you see her brush the needle against the bed sheet and then before you can say anything, she puts the needle into the patient’s vein. Identify the problem. | Use of a dirty needle is a violation of standard precautions b. The patient may acquire an infection as a result of the injection c. The nurse is in a position of authority |
| . For the scenario in question 9, which of the following would be the most appropriate next step in solving this problem? | Bring to the nurse’s attention that you saw the needle touch the sheet outside the patient room |
| Clinical procedures and activities are performed in what setting? | hospital/cancer center |
| Cognitive learning includes: | knowledge, reason, and judgment |
| The observable, successful achievement of performance objectives” defines which of the following? | competency |
| A qualified medical imaging and radiologic sciences professional directly supervises a student by: | e. all of the above |
| A clinical instructor works directly with the students in the clinical setting and provides students with one-on-one instruction and evaluation. Which of the following must a successful clinical instructor possess? | d. all of the above |
| Disciplinary action may be initiated if a student commits which serious infraction? | all of the above |
| Which of the following may be assessed to determine students’ knowledge or comprehension of clinical skills? | all (a-c) |
| Of the following, which is a communication method used to assure an effective handoff of patients from one healthcare worker to another? | SBAR |
| In order to perform diagnostic or therapeutic procedures competently students in medical imaging and radiologic sciences programs, must always: | all of the above |
| Which of the following is an approach to teaching students and healthcare workers how to interact and work with each other in the clinical setting? | IPE |
| The driving and guiding force that outlines the reason for the existence of a hospital is its: | mission statement |
| The board of directors employs ________, who interacts with the medical staff to ensure coordination and quality of patient care and services. | a president or chief executive officer |
| Forces causing hospitals to reorganize include: | economic hardships |
| When an organization focuses on quality or patient safety, it: | undergoes a cultural revolution |
| The management function that charts a course of action for the future to enable coordinated and consistent fulfillment of goals and objectives is: | planning |
| The management function that involves the development of a structure or framework that identifies how people do their work is: | organizing |
| The management function that involves getting the right people to do the work and developing their abilities is: | staffing |
| Performance standards or guidelines used to measure progress toward the goals of the organizations are defined as: | controlling |
| The internal hospital committee that ensures safe operations for the facility for both patients and employers is the: | safety committee |
| Besides acquiring a strong knowledge of technical skills, a radiologic technology student should develop: | superior skills in interactive relationships |
| Careful examination of the components of a complex situation or problem | analysis |
| Real-life patient situations that are studied and assessed for learning purposes | case studies |
| Creative action based on professional knowledge and experience involving sound judgment applied with high ethical standards and integrity | critical thinking |
| Type of evaluation that provides feedback on the quality of a work or creation in the form of an opinion or review | critique |
| Judgment or determination of the quality of a work or creation | evaluation |
| Exercises or activities used to reinforce cognitive concepts through the performance of planned steps, usually involving the analysis of data and answering of questions | laboratory experiments |
| Collection and self-assessment of representative student work and accomplishments | portfolio |
| Defining statements of the professional role and performance criteria for a practitioner | practice standards |
| Answering questions in a methodic manner to resolve a challenging situation | problem solving |
| Use of recording in a journal and personal review of current and past practices to improve future decision-making processes | reflection |
| Acting out a situation in a realistic manner in the classroom or laboratory | role playing |
| Combining multiple areas of knowledge to create a new work or understanding | synthesis |
| Collaboration with others on the healthcare team to provide quality patient care | teamwork |
| One of the three major categories or domains of learning; includes behaviors guided by feelings and emotions that are influenced by an individual’s interests, attitudes, values, and beliefs | affective |
| Activities in clinical that aid or support the performance of radiographic procedures and therapeutic treatments | assist |
| Procedures and activities that occur in outpatient and inpatient healthcare settings | clinical |
| Program official responsible for coordinating clinical education and evaluation of its effectiveness | clinical coordinator |
| Program official responsible for clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation of students in the clinical setting | clinical instructor |
| Healthcare professionals employed in the clinical setting where students participate in clinical education and provide clinical supervision and guidance | clinical staff |
| One of the three major categories or domains of learning; includes various levels of thought, such as knowledge, understanding, reason, and judgment | cognitive |
| Observable and documented successful achievement of performance objectives | competency |
| Informational and instructional activities that may occur in formal or informal settings, typically in the classroom, laboratory, or online | didactic |
| Oversight of clinical procedures or treatment by a qualified professional present in the exam or treatment room with the student | direct supervision |
| Oversight of clinical procedures by a qualified professional immediately available to the student | indirect supervision |
| An approach to teaching students and healthcare workers where students or members of two or more professions learn with, from, and about each other to improve collaboration and the quality of patient care | interprofessional education (IPE) |
| Program level measurable expectations for student learning | learning outcomes |
| Topical concise descriptions of an observable behavior to be achieved by students as a result of their educational experiences within a course or educational module | objectives |
| Activities in clinical where students watch and listen to the performance of radiographic procedures and therapeutic treatments | observe |
| Program official that provides leadership for the program and ensures program effectiveness | program director |
| Activities in clinical where students complete radiographic procedures and therapeutic treatments with appropriate supervision of a qualified professional | perform |
| One of the three major categories or domains of learning; includes behaviors involving physical actions, neuromuscular manipulations, and coordination | psychomotor |
| A communication method used to assure an effective handoff of patients from one healthcare worker to another | SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) |
| An evidence-based teamwork system that is used in many healthcare institutions to improve the quality, safety, and efficiency of healthcare | TeamSTEPPS (Team Strategies and Tools to Enhance Performance and Patient Safety) |
| Learning in one context and applying it to another | Transfer of Learning |
| Injuries, large or small, caused by the use (including nonuse) of a drug; can be as harmless as a drug rash or as serious as death from an overdose; the two types of ADEs are those caused by errors and those that occur despite proper use | Adverse Drug Events (ADEs) |
| A professional medical society that has accredited more than 39,000 facilities in 10 imaging modalities to assist organizations in meeting governmental and third-party payer criteria | American College of Radiology (ACR |
| A professional organization representing medical imaging management at all levels; manages the certified radiology administrator (CRA) credentialing process | American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) |
| Group of people authorized by law to conduct, maintain, and operate a hospital for the benefit of the public and whose legal and moral responsibility for policies and operations of the hospital are not for personal benefit of the members | Board of Directors or Governing Board |
| Federal agency that administers the Medicare program and partners with states to administer Medicaid | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS |
| Certificate approved by a local (state) review board permitting hospitals to construct new or additional facilities, open new services, or make large purchases—a condition required for reimbursement by Medicare | Certificate of Need (CON) |
| Professional who has demonstrated skill and knowledge in asset management, financial management, operations management, human resource management, and communication and information management in radiology | Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) |
| Person appointed by the board of directors who has full accountability for the entire hospital or healthcare organization | Chief Executive Officer (CEO) |
| Services providing the components of patient care that collectively support the physician’s plan for diagnoses and treatments | Clinical Support Services |
| System of development in the workplace for daily improving performance at every level in every operational process by focusing on meeting or exceeding customer expectations | Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) |
| Unit of the hospital with specific functions or specialized skills such as housekeeping, surgery, radiology, or accounting | Department |
| Physician who represents a department or service and sits as a formal member of the executive medical staff committee; responsible for all of the medical operations of a hospital department and may also oversee a residency training program | Department Chair |
| Ancillary department of the hospital responsible for recruiting, selecting, supporting, and compensating employees; developing and maintaining skills, quality, and motivation; collective bargaining; and occupational health and safety | Human Resources Department |
| Independent not-for-profit organization that evaluates and accredits more than 22,000 healthcare organizations and programs in the United States and is the nation’s primary standard-setting and accrediting body in healthcare; | The Joint Commission (TJC) |
| Establishes minimum standards of a mammography program to ensure that all women have access to quality services | Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program (MQSA) |
| Physician responsible for the medical operation and quality of a hospital department or service; also responsible for providing input regarding policies and procedures and day-to-day operations of the department | Medical Director |
| Failure to complete a planned action as intended or the use of a wrong plan to achieve an aim; can be related to an incorrect diagnosis, equipment failure, infection, or a misinterpretation of an order | Medical Error |
| Formal organization of physicians authorized to admit and attend to patients within a hospital; have authorized privileges, bylaws, elected officers, and various committees and activities (see Medical Director, Department Chair, and Service Chief) | Medical Staff |
| Statement of an organization that summarizes its intent to provide service in terms of the services it offers, the intended recipients of services, and a description of the level of cost | Mission Statement |
| Federal agency that enforces standards for safety in the workplace, conducts inspections, and directs determination of fines for noncompliance with policies and regulations | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) |
| Process of identifying and analyzing important organizational and individual performance gaps, planning for future performance improvement, | Performance Improvement (PI) |
| Organization of a hospital or medical clinic that provides diagnostic imaging through medical technologies such as x-ray examination, fluoroscopy, computed tomography, interventional rad | Radiology (Medical Imaging) Department |
| Physician responsible for overseeing a component or sub-department of a hospital service—for example, a radiologist who is chief of the nuclear medicine services | Service Chief |
| Insurance companies, Medicare, Medicaid, and other commercial companies that are the payers of inpatient and outpatient medical expenses for the patient | Third-Party Payers |
| Management of quality in the workplace from a perspective of total involvement of every employee, with a strong focus on process measurement and control | Total Quality Management (TQM) |
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