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HESI V3 TEST FINAL Questions and Correct Answers
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A patient is slumped over in his wheelchair and is non-responsive. After
easing the patient to the floor, the radiographer finds no carotid pulse.
This patient is experiencing which condition?
Ans: Cardiac arrest.
During the medical history assessment prior to an upper gastrointestinal
study, the patient reports he is taking the ACE inhibitor, Vasotec. This
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suggests the patient is being treated for which condition?
Ans: Hypertension.
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What precautions should a radiographer take when entering the room of
a patient with varicella virus?
Ans: Wear a particulate respirator mask, gloves and gown.
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Place the cursor on the contrast media that should be administered for an
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intravenous urogram and left click.
Ans: Isovue is a non-ionic, water-soluble contrast media commonly
given during exams requiring intravenous administration.
When transferring a patient with hemiparesis from a wheelchair to the x-
ray table, in which position should the wheelchair be placed?
Ans: Parallel to the x-ray table, with the patient's strong side closest to
the table.
A trauma patient arrives to the emergency department unconscious with
tachycardia and hypotension. The patient has lost a significant volume of
blood. The patient is experiencing which condition?
Ans: Hypovolemic shock.
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Which guideline represents the best approach for examining patients who
are mentally impaired?
Ans: Assess each patient's ability to follow instructions prior to the
exam.
Which describes the proper technique for needle insertion during
venipuncture?
Ans: Insert needle into vein at a 15-degree angle with bevel facing
upward.
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During a routine radiographic examination, a patient complains of
dizziness and appears anxious and diaphoretic. While checking the
patient's vital signs, the radiographer notes a rapid heart rate, shaky
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hands, and clammy skin. Which is the most likely explanation for this
presentation?
Ans: Hypoglycemia.
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When obtaining a blood pressure reading, systolic and diastolic values
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are determined by monitoring which pulse point?
Ans: Brachial.
Which is the most appropriate response if a patient asks about the risks
of radiation exposure from a computed tomography (CT) exam?
Ans: "A CT results in a much higher dose than an x-ray, but your
physician believes the benefits outweigh the risks."
Consider the contrast media label shown here. What does the "Not for
Parenteral Use" warning mean?
Ans: It must be administered orally or rectally.
Which is the best strategy for communicating health care information to
a patient who is completely deaf?
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Ans: Call for an interpreter certified in sign language.
According to the ARRT Standards of Ethics, a radiographer may be
subject to sanctions including revocation of certification for which
actions? (Select the three that apply.)
Ans: - Performing a medical procedure without appropriate training or
supervision.
-Performing duties while under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.
-Failing to report a medical error because the patient was unharmed.
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Which item must be discarded in a biohazard bag?
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Ans: Bed sheet saturated with blood.
This image is a medical record entry lacking important information. Place
the cursor on the portion of this entry that is incorrect and left click.
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Ans: All medical record entries must include the printed name and
credentials of the radiographer.
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What route of transmission is responsible for transmitting a disease to a
patient through an improperly cleaned x-ray table?
Ans: Fomite.
When a radiographer asks a patient to lie down on the imaging table and
the patient complies, which type of consent has the patient given?
Ans: Simple consent.
Which condition requires a patient to be placed in a negative pressure
room, and healthcare workers to wear respiratory protection when
entering?
Ans: Tuberculosis.
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Which example of nonverbal communication is most effective for helping
a patient overcome anxiety and apprehension prior to an exam?
Ans: Maintain direct but appropriate eye contact with patient.
What are the six rights of drug administration that radiographers should
follow?
Ans: Right patient, right drug, right amount, right route, right
documentation, and right time.
Which practices are considered violations of the Health Insurance
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Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)? (Select the two that apply.)
Ans: -Looking up test results of a family member.
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-Accessing medical images of a coworker.
Which is considered a major contraindication for intravenous urography?
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Ans: Hypersensitivity to contrast media.
Identify the proper medical record documentation of medication
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administration.
Ans: 5 mcg/min, Epinephrine, IV, 11/12/2007, 0940.
According to the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, which is
the correct rate of chest compressions when administering
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a 6-month-old patient?
Ans: At least 100 per minute.
Washing the hands with soap and waterdisrupts the chain of infection by
which process?
Ans: Decreasing the number of pathogens present.
HESI V3 TEST FINAL Questions and Correct Answers
| Latest Update
A patient is slumped over in his wheelchair and is non-responsive. After
easing the patient to the floor, the radiographer finds no carotid pulse.
This patient is experiencing which condition?
Ans: Cardiac arrest.
During the medical history assessment prior to an upper gastrointestinal
study, the patient reports he is taking the ACE inhibitor, Vasotec. This
Assignment Expert
suggests the patient is being treated for which condition?
Ans: Hypertension.
Guru01 - Stuvia
What precautions should a radiographer take when entering the room of
a patient with varicella virus?
Ans: Wear a particulate respirator mask, gloves and gown.
2026
Place the cursor on the contrast media that should be administered for an
©
intravenous urogram and left click.
Ans: Isovue is a non-ionic, water-soluble contrast media commonly
given during exams requiring intravenous administration.
When transferring a patient with hemiparesis from a wheelchair to the x-
ray table, in which position should the wheelchair be placed?
Ans: Parallel to the x-ray table, with the patient's strong side closest to
the table.
A trauma patient arrives to the emergency department unconscious with
tachycardia and hypotension. The patient has lost a significant volume of
blood. The patient is experiencing which condition?
Ans: Hypovolemic shock.
, 2 for specific request mail
Which guideline represents the best approach for examining patients who
are mentally impaired?
Ans: Assess each patient's ability to follow instructions prior to the
exam.
Which describes the proper technique for needle insertion during
venipuncture?
Ans: Insert needle into vein at a 15-degree angle with bevel facing
upward.
Assignment Expert
During a routine radiographic examination, a patient complains of
dizziness and appears anxious and diaphoretic. While checking the
patient's vital signs, the radiographer notes a rapid heart rate, shaky
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hands, and clammy skin. Which is the most likely explanation for this
presentation?
Ans: Hypoglycemia.
2026
When obtaining a blood pressure reading, systolic and diastolic values
©
are determined by monitoring which pulse point?
Ans: Brachial.
Which is the most appropriate response if a patient asks about the risks
of radiation exposure from a computed tomography (CT) exam?
Ans: "A CT results in a much higher dose than an x-ray, but your
physician believes the benefits outweigh the risks."
Consider the contrast media label shown here. What does the "Not for
Parenteral Use" warning mean?
Ans: It must be administered orally or rectally.
Which is the best strategy for communicating health care information to
a patient who is completely deaf?
, 3 for specific request mail
Ans: Call for an interpreter certified in sign language.
According to the ARRT Standards of Ethics, a radiographer may be
subject to sanctions including revocation of certification for which
actions? (Select the three that apply.)
Ans: - Performing a medical procedure without appropriate training or
supervision.
-Performing duties while under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.
-Failing to report a medical error because the patient was unharmed.
Assignment Expert
Which item must be discarded in a biohazard bag?
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Ans: Bed sheet saturated with blood.
This image is a medical record entry lacking important information. Place
the cursor on the portion of this entry that is incorrect and left click.
2026
Ans: All medical record entries must include the printed name and
credentials of the radiographer.
©
What route of transmission is responsible for transmitting a disease to a
patient through an improperly cleaned x-ray table?
Ans: Fomite.
When a radiographer asks a patient to lie down on the imaging table and
the patient complies, which type of consent has the patient given?
Ans: Simple consent.
Which condition requires a patient to be placed in a negative pressure
room, and healthcare workers to wear respiratory protection when
entering?
Ans: Tuberculosis.
, 4 for specific request mail
Which example of nonverbal communication is most effective for helping
a patient overcome anxiety and apprehension prior to an exam?
Ans: Maintain direct but appropriate eye contact with patient.
What are the six rights of drug administration that radiographers should
follow?
Ans: Right patient, right drug, right amount, right route, right
documentation, and right time.
Which practices are considered violations of the Health Insurance
Assignment Expert
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)? (Select the two that apply.)
Ans: -Looking up test results of a family member.
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-Accessing medical images of a coworker.
Which is considered a major contraindication for intravenous urography?
2026
Ans: Hypersensitivity to contrast media.
Identify the proper medical record documentation of medication
©
administration.
Ans: 5 mcg/min, Epinephrine, IV, 11/12/2007, 0940.
According to the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, which is
the correct rate of chest compressions when administering
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a 6-month-old patient?
Ans: At least 100 per minute.
Washing the hands with soap and waterdisrupts the chain of infection by
which process?
Ans: Decreasing the number of pathogens present.
