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PCT
Unit 4 pt 1/3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What hospital unit generally provides routine inpatient care for patients who do not require intensive monitoring? | Medical/surgical unit |
| What process determines the urgency and level of care a patient needs when arriving at an emergency department? | Triage |
| Which hospital department is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment? | Environmental services |
| What action can a PCT take to help control unpleasant odors in a patient's room? | Empty and clean bedpans promptly |
| What should a PCT always make sure is accessible to the patient before leaving the room? | The call light |
| What is the primary purpose of a bedside stand? | Storing small personal items |
| What should a PCT do before entering a patient's room? | Knock and wait for permission when appropriate |
| What is an overbed table commonly used for? | Placing meals |
| Which commonly used PCT item is considered disposable equipment? | Gloves |
| Why might a patient have difficulty adjusting to a hospital environment? | Noise and frequent interruptions |
| How should a PCT behave when a patient is preparing to leave the hospital? | Be positive and reassuring |
| What is one appropriate PCT responsibility when a patient is transferred to another room? | Pack the patient's belongings |
| Why is adequate sleep important for hospitalized patients? | It supports normal mental and physical functioning |
| What is one common effect of inadequate sleep? | Increased irritability |
| How should dirty linen be handled to reduce contamination? | Roll it away from the PCT's body |
| What type of bed is completely made with the bedspread and blankets in place? | A closed bed |
| What type of environment allows microorganisms to grow especially well? | Warm and moist environments |
| Where should the call light be placed after providing care? | Within the patient's reach |
| What does the term circadian rhythm refer to? | The body's 24-hour sleep-wake cycle |
| Why should a PCT regularly reposition a patient who is confined to bed? | To help prevent skin breakdown and other complications |
| How frequently should a bedbound patient generally be repositioned? | At least every 2 hours |
| What position describes a patient lying on either the left or right side? | Lateral position |
| What position has the patient's head and shoulders elevated approximately 45 to 60 degrees? | Fowler's position |
| What position describes a patient lying face down on the stomach? | Prone position |
| What position describes a patient lying flat on the back? | Supine position |
| What does dangling mean when preparing a patient for movement? | Sitting on the edge of the bed with the legs hanging over the side |
| How should a transfer belt be positioned when assisting a patient? | Over the patient's clothing |
| When transferring a patient with one stronger side and one weaker side, which side should generally move first? | The stronger side |
| What should a PCT do if a patient begins to fall? | Widen the stance and safely bring the patient close to the body while guiding the patient down |
| What type of cane has four rubber-tipped feet? | Quad cane |
| What is the medical term for walking? | Ambulation |
| When using a cane, where should the cane generally be placed in relation to the weaker leg? | About 6 inches in front of the weaker leg |
| What should a PCT do if a patient's walker is not properly adjusted? | Inform the nurse |
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