Davita's Final Exam Actual Complete Real Exam
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In those states that do not require a nursing assessment
to be completed prior to treatment initiation, the PCT
would be required to report abnormal patient data
collection findings (Y/N, when) - ANSWER-Yes
If your facility dialyzes Hepatitis B positive patients, which
assignment would NOT be an appropriate patient care
assignment? - ANSWER-Which patient care assignments
are appropriate when caring for Hepatitis B patients?
• Caring for HBsAg positive and Hepatitis B immune
patients at the same time
,• Caring for Hepatitis B susceptible patients and those in
the process of receiving the vaccination at the same time
• Caring for Hepatitis B immune and susceptible patients
at the same time
What could be the reason(s) for a conductivity alarm on
the dialysis machine? - ANSWER-- When the dialysate is
mixed incorrectly or there is no water, acid or bicarb
(NOTE: dialysate can be mixed improperly and machine
still goes into conductivity because sodium is the primary
ion contributing to conductivity)
- Debris or precipitate in the lines/filter
- Equipment failure or machine needing calibration
,A PCT greets a patient and the patient reports feeling
short of breath. The PCT notices that the patient's lips
have a blue hue. The PCT would: - ANSWER-What is the
role of the PCT prior to treatment initiation?
• Complete data collection and PCT must notify the RN if
there are any abnormal findings prior to initiation of tx
Water treatment is needed in the dialysis setting to: -
ANSWER-What are the two reasons for water treatment?
• Prevent equipment damage
• Patient safety
Documentation in the medical record - ANSWER-What are
the four reasons why we document in the medical record?
, • Proof care was rendered
• Provides data continuity
• Communication tool
• Permanent legal record
What problems will cause a more positive (less negative)
pre-pump arterial pressure - ANSWER-Vasospasm,
inappropriate blood flow
Phosphate binders are prescribed to prevent phosphorus
in meals from being absorbed. When is the best time to
take them? - ANSWER-Usually phosphate binders are
taken within 5 to 10 minutes before or immediately after
meals and snacks.
Questions &100% Correct Answers With Rationales
||Already Graded A+
In those states that do not require a nursing assessment
to be completed prior to treatment initiation, the PCT
would be required to report abnormal patient data
collection findings (Y/N, when) - ANSWER-Yes
If your facility dialyzes Hepatitis B positive patients, which
assignment would NOT be an appropriate patient care
assignment? - ANSWER-Which patient care assignments
are appropriate when caring for Hepatitis B patients?
• Caring for HBsAg positive and Hepatitis B immune
patients at the same time
,• Caring for Hepatitis B susceptible patients and those in
the process of receiving the vaccination at the same time
• Caring for Hepatitis B immune and susceptible patients
at the same time
What could be the reason(s) for a conductivity alarm on
the dialysis machine? - ANSWER-- When the dialysate is
mixed incorrectly or there is no water, acid or bicarb
(NOTE: dialysate can be mixed improperly and machine
still goes into conductivity because sodium is the primary
ion contributing to conductivity)
- Debris or precipitate in the lines/filter
- Equipment failure or machine needing calibration
,A PCT greets a patient and the patient reports feeling
short of breath. The PCT notices that the patient's lips
have a blue hue. The PCT would: - ANSWER-What is the
role of the PCT prior to treatment initiation?
• Complete data collection and PCT must notify the RN if
there are any abnormal findings prior to initiation of tx
Water treatment is needed in the dialysis setting to: -
ANSWER-What are the two reasons for water treatment?
• Prevent equipment damage
• Patient safety
Documentation in the medical record - ANSWER-What are
the four reasons why we document in the medical record?
, • Proof care was rendered
• Provides data continuity
• Communication tool
• Permanent legal record
What problems will cause a more positive (less negative)
pre-pump arterial pressure - ANSWER-Vasospasm,
inappropriate blood flow
Phosphate binders are prescribed to prevent phosphorus
in meals from being absorbed. When is the best time to
take them? - ANSWER-Usually phosphate binders are
taken within 5 to 10 minutes before or immediately after
meals and snacks.
