Questions And Answers 2024
Which of the following has enhanced a patientʻs right to control her own health
information, making it necessary to handle ECG tracings confidentially?
A. OSHA
B. HIPAA
C. CDC
D. AHA - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Electrical safety is maintained while performing an ECG by all the following except?
A) removing the plug from the electrical by pulling it out by the prong connection.
B) ensuring that the bed or examination table is not touching the wall or any electrical
equipment.
C) Checking the insulation of the electrical cord for cracks for frays.
D)Removing any electrical equipment from the patient ʻs body - CORRECT ANSWERS-
A) removing the plug from the electrical by pulling it out by the prong connection.
B) ensuring that the bed or examination table is not touching the wall or any electrical
equipment.
C) Checking the insulation of the electrical cord for cracks for frays.
NOT
D)Removing any electrical equipment from the patient ʻs body
After completing the ECG procedure, which of the following tasks is not included in the
ECG technicianʻs responsibilities?
A) Assist the patient into a comfortable position.
B) Allow the patient to dress or cover his/her body appropriately.
C) Clean the lead wires, leads, and ECG machine.
D) Interpret the ECG and explain the results to the patient - CORRECT ANSWERS-D)
Interpret the ECG and explain the results to the patient
Which of the following is least likely to help the ECG technician maintain infection
control while performing an ECG procedure?
A) Use standard precautions
B) Wash hands prior to the procedure.
C) Wear gloves if there is a risk of exposure to the patient ʻs blood or other body fluids.