NHA PCT EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH
ACCURATE SOLUTIONS 2026
▶ Apply electrodes on patients. Answer: a) EKG monitoring
b) Holter monitoring
c) Stress testing
d) Telemetry monitoring
e) Pediatric patients
f) Patients with special considerations (ex: right-sided heart, posterior
chest, amputations)
▶ Respond to signs and symptoms of cardiopulmonary compromise.
Answer:
▶ Monitor patient condition during stress testing. Answer:
▶ Respond to complications during stress testing. Answer:
▶ Verify patient understanding of Holter monitor procedures. Answer: ex:
explain to them the procedure, any restrictions, why they are having that
procedure performed, ask if they have any questions
▶ - Safety. Answer:
▶ Identify and Report. Answer: a) Abuse or neglect of patients
b) Sexual harassment involving patients or staff
c) Substance abuse involving patients or staff
d) Domestic violence/ intimate partner abuse involving patients or staff
▶ Transport patients using proper body mechanics. Answer:
▶ Transfer patients using proper body mechanics. Answer:
▶ Monitor patients' environmental safety. Answer: ex: fall precautions,
faulty equipment
, ▶ Prevent workplace injuries by following OSHA guidelines. Answer:
▶ Recognize and respond to emergency situations. Answer: ex: fire,
hostage, biological hazard
▶ Follow the proper procedures for identifying patients. Answer:
▶ Follow Joint Commission (JCAHO) patient safety guidelines. Answer:
▶ Practice safety procedures when using medical supplies and equipment.
Answer: ex: lock the hospital bed, lock wheelchairs, raise stretcher side
rails, apply safety belts and restraints
▶ Report and document work-related accidents. Answer:
▶ - Professional Responsibilities. Answer:
▶ Obtain and maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification for
health care providers. Answer:
▶ Adhere to HIPPA regulations regarding Protected Health Information
(PHI). Answer:
▶ Communicate with other health care professionals using appropriate
medical terminology. Answer:
▶ Observe the chain of command in a healthcare setting. Answer:
▶ Use therapeutic communication when talking to a patient. Answer: ex:
interpersonal skills
▶ Adhere to regulations regarding operational standards. Answer: ex:
JCAHO, CLSI
▶ - Infection Control. Answer:
▶ Use universal, standard, and transmission-based precautions. Answer:
ACCURATE SOLUTIONS 2026
▶ Apply electrodes on patients. Answer: a) EKG monitoring
b) Holter monitoring
c) Stress testing
d) Telemetry monitoring
e) Pediatric patients
f) Patients with special considerations (ex: right-sided heart, posterior
chest, amputations)
▶ Respond to signs and symptoms of cardiopulmonary compromise.
Answer:
▶ Monitor patient condition during stress testing. Answer:
▶ Respond to complications during stress testing. Answer:
▶ Verify patient understanding of Holter monitor procedures. Answer: ex:
explain to them the procedure, any restrictions, why they are having that
procedure performed, ask if they have any questions
▶ - Safety. Answer:
▶ Identify and Report. Answer: a) Abuse or neglect of patients
b) Sexual harassment involving patients or staff
c) Substance abuse involving patients or staff
d) Domestic violence/ intimate partner abuse involving patients or staff
▶ Transport patients using proper body mechanics. Answer:
▶ Transfer patients using proper body mechanics. Answer:
▶ Monitor patients' environmental safety. Answer: ex: fall precautions,
faulty equipment
, ▶ Prevent workplace injuries by following OSHA guidelines. Answer:
▶ Recognize and respond to emergency situations. Answer: ex: fire,
hostage, biological hazard
▶ Follow the proper procedures for identifying patients. Answer:
▶ Follow Joint Commission (JCAHO) patient safety guidelines. Answer:
▶ Practice safety procedures when using medical supplies and equipment.
Answer: ex: lock the hospital bed, lock wheelchairs, raise stretcher side
rails, apply safety belts and restraints
▶ Report and document work-related accidents. Answer:
▶ - Professional Responsibilities. Answer:
▶ Obtain and maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification for
health care providers. Answer:
▶ Adhere to HIPPA regulations regarding Protected Health Information
(PHI). Answer:
▶ Communicate with other health care professionals using appropriate
medical terminology. Answer:
▶ Observe the chain of command in a healthcare setting. Answer:
▶ Use therapeutic communication when talking to a patient. Answer: ex:
interpersonal skills
▶ Adhere to regulations regarding operational standards. Answer: ex:
JCAHO, CLSI
▶ - Infection Control. Answer:
▶ Use universal, standard, and transmission-based precautions. Answer:
