DAVITA PCT FINAL EXAM REVIEW | DAVITA INC. | 2026/2027
| 180+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | COMPLETE
EXAM REVIEW MATERIAL
what could be the reasons for a conductivity alarm on the dialysis machine - CORRECT
ANSWERS-when the dialysate is mixed incorrectly or there is no water acid or bicarb.
the person responsible for implementation, adherence, and training of the facility specific emergency
management plan (EMP) and applicable policy and procedures is - CORRECT ANSWERS-Fa or
designee
Teammates MUST be able to readily identify patients who may require additional assistance in the event
of an emergency evacuation. This will include patients who need help with or are unable to -
CORRECT ANSWERS-both b and c
what is an important action prior to returning a patients blood using the hand crank in the event of a
power failure ? - CORRECT ANSWERS-remove the venous line for the line clamp
Per physician order and based on individual patient needs, Chronic Kidney Disease Mineral and Bone
Disorder (MBD) is treated with - CORRECT ANSWERS-phosphate binders, Vit D (Hectorol), and
Cinacalcet
Poor wound healing is directly related to - CORRECT ANSWERS-low protein intake
Phosphate binders are prescribed to prevent phosphorus in meals from being absorbed. When is the
best time to take them ? - CORRECT ANSWERS-with meal
The definition of Health Literacy is - CORRECT ANSWERS-ability to obtain, read, understand,
and use healthcare information in order to make appropriate health decisions and follow instructions for
treatment
If you notice that a patient's caretaker is struggling to meet the demands of the patients treatment
regime you should - CORRECT ANSWERS-contact social worker
, The Psychosocial Assessment completed by the social worker - CORRECT ANSWERS-an
evaluation of a person's mental health, social status, and functional capacity within the
communityCompeted initially and annually
The Clinical Pyramid includes : - CORRECT ANSWERS-• The Fundamentals: Immunizations,
Iron, Dialysis Access, Calcium, Phosphorus, Hb, Kt/V, Target Weight, Access,PTH, etc.• Complex
Programs: Fluid Management, Infection Management, Diabetes Management, Med Management,
CVCManagement, Palliative / EOL Care, Infection Surveillance, Transition of Care, CKDEducation,
Depression, Missed Treatments, etc.• Measures of Effectiveness • Mortality, Hospitalization /Re-
hospitalization, Patient Experience of Care• What Matters Most • Our patient's health-related Quality of
Life
DaVita Quality Index (DQI) success is achieved - CORRECT ANSWERS-encourage continuous
improvement across aboard range of disease management processes (all of the above )
What can be the most likely result if the surveyor sees a patient with a covered vascular access -
CORRECT ANSWERS-immediate jeopardy
A surveyor asks you a question. Which of the following statements would be a good answer ? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-I do not know the answer but I will find out.
Intra-renal causes of AKI - CORRECT ANSWERS-Ischemic ATN, Sepsis, SIRS, Septic Shock,
Anaphylaxis Drugs, Goodpasture Syndrome, Acute Glomerulonephritis, Trauma, Open Heart Surgery
Knowing what caused your patients kidney failure - CORRECT ANSWERS-can cause
complications to treatment
A patient with acute kidney injury dialyzes in the out-patient facility. With regards to the patients target
weight, why is being "wet" better that being too dry? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
The excretory function of the kidneys include - CORRECT ANSWERS-remove access water,
urea, and metabolic wastes from the blood.
| 180+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | COMPLETE
EXAM REVIEW MATERIAL
what could be the reasons for a conductivity alarm on the dialysis machine - CORRECT
ANSWERS-when the dialysate is mixed incorrectly or there is no water acid or bicarb.
the person responsible for implementation, adherence, and training of the facility specific emergency
management plan (EMP) and applicable policy and procedures is - CORRECT ANSWERS-Fa or
designee
Teammates MUST be able to readily identify patients who may require additional assistance in the event
of an emergency evacuation. This will include patients who need help with or are unable to -
CORRECT ANSWERS-both b and c
what is an important action prior to returning a patients blood using the hand crank in the event of a
power failure ? - CORRECT ANSWERS-remove the venous line for the line clamp
Per physician order and based on individual patient needs, Chronic Kidney Disease Mineral and Bone
Disorder (MBD) is treated with - CORRECT ANSWERS-phosphate binders, Vit D (Hectorol), and
Cinacalcet
Poor wound healing is directly related to - CORRECT ANSWERS-low protein intake
Phosphate binders are prescribed to prevent phosphorus in meals from being absorbed. When is the
best time to take them ? - CORRECT ANSWERS-with meal
The definition of Health Literacy is - CORRECT ANSWERS-ability to obtain, read, understand,
and use healthcare information in order to make appropriate health decisions and follow instructions for
treatment
If you notice that a patient's caretaker is struggling to meet the demands of the patients treatment
regime you should - CORRECT ANSWERS-contact social worker
, The Psychosocial Assessment completed by the social worker - CORRECT ANSWERS-an
evaluation of a person's mental health, social status, and functional capacity within the
communityCompeted initially and annually
The Clinical Pyramid includes : - CORRECT ANSWERS-• The Fundamentals: Immunizations,
Iron, Dialysis Access, Calcium, Phosphorus, Hb, Kt/V, Target Weight, Access,PTH, etc.• Complex
Programs: Fluid Management, Infection Management, Diabetes Management, Med Management,
CVCManagement, Palliative / EOL Care, Infection Surveillance, Transition of Care, CKDEducation,
Depression, Missed Treatments, etc.• Measures of Effectiveness • Mortality, Hospitalization /Re-
hospitalization, Patient Experience of Care• What Matters Most • Our patient's health-related Quality of
Life
DaVita Quality Index (DQI) success is achieved - CORRECT ANSWERS-encourage continuous
improvement across aboard range of disease management processes (all of the above )
What can be the most likely result if the surveyor sees a patient with a covered vascular access -
CORRECT ANSWERS-immediate jeopardy
A surveyor asks you a question. Which of the following statements would be a good answer ? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-I do not know the answer but I will find out.
Intra-renal causes of AKI - CORRECT ANSWERS-Ischemic ATN, Sepsis, SIRS, Septic Shock,
Anaphylaxis Drugs, Goodpasture Syndrome, Acute Glomerulonephritis, Trauma, Open Heart Surgery
Knowing what caused your patients kidney failure - CORRECT ANSWERS-can cause
complications to treatment
A patient with acute kidney injury dialyzes in the out-patient facility. With regards to the patients target
weight, why is being "wet" better that being too dry? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
The excretory function of the kidneys include - CORRECT ANSWERS-remove access water,
urea, and metabolic wastes from the blood.
