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Which legal concept is violated by a radiographer who performs an
examination without an examination order?
Ans: batter
Which steps are involved in legally obtaining informed consent to
perform a radiographic procedure
Ans: patient is legally competent, patient has been informed about
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alternatives to this particular procedure, patient has been informed about
the risks involved in the procedure and patient has been informed about
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procedures in place to mitigate risks
Which term best describes the process of cleaning the surfaces in a
radiology department with 10% bleach solution in water?
2026
Ans: medical asepsis
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Which procedure is an example of surgical asepsis?
Ans: surgical hand scrub
Which is the most appropriate guideline to follow when radiographing
patients in their late adult years?
Ans: speak slowly and in a low tone of voice
Which angle of insertion is recommended when performing
venipuncture?
Ans: 15 degrees
To ensure a reduction in irritation to the intestines, which temperature of
water should be mixed with the barium on lower gastrointestinal studies?
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Ans: cold
Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness and concern for a
patient who is giving a medical history?
Ans: consistent eye contact
A radiographer receives a request for a portable chest x-ray and then
performs the x-ray on the incorrect patient. Which legal term best
describes the actions of the radiographer?
Ans: battery
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A patient in the radiology department suddenly develops a nosebleed.
The radiographer instructs the patient to lean forward and pinch the
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affected nostril against the midline nasal cartilage, but the bleeding does
not stop. What should the radiographer do next?
Ans: apply a moist compress
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A patient received 100 ml of IV contrast media as a part of an abdominal
computed tomography (CT) scan, as well as 500 ml of dilute, oral
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contrast, prior to coming to Radiology for a separate order, an
intravenous urogram (IVU). The patient's creatinine is 0.4 mg/dl and BUN
is 36 mg/dl. Why should this IVU be rescheduled?
Ans: the presence of the previous oral contrast in the abdomen
precludes an IVU
A patient reports symptoms including itching, rash formation, and
difficulty breathing immediately following the administration of
intravenous (IV) contrast media. Assuming the patient has had no prior
exposure to radiopaque contrast media, what is the most likely cause of
these symptoms?
Ans: anaphylactoid reaction
HESI 1: Patient Care Questions and Correct Answers |
Latest Update
Which legal concept is violated by a radiographer who performs an
examination without an examination order?
Ans: batter
Which steps are involved in legally obtaining informed consent to
perform a radiographic procedure
Ans: patient is legally competent, patient has been informed about
Assignment Expert
alternatives to this particular procedure, patient has been informed about
the risks involved in the procedure and patient has been informed about
Guru01 - Stuvia
procedures in place to mitigate risks
Which term best describes the process of cleaning the surfaces in a
radiology department with 10% bleach solution in water?
2026
Ans: medical asepsis
©
Which procedure is an example of surgical asepsis?
Ans: surgical hand scrub
Which is the most appropriate guideline to follow when radiographing
patients in their late adult years?
Ans: speak slowly and in a low tone of voice
Which angle of insertion is recommended when performing
venipuncture?
Ans: 15 degrees
To ensure a reduction in irritation to the intestines, which temperature of
water should be mixed with the barium on lower gastrointestinal studies?
, 2 for specific request mail
Ans: cold
Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness and concern for a
patient who is giving a medical history?
Ans: consistent eye contact
A radiographer receives a request for a portable chest x-ray and then
performs the x-ray on the incorrect patient. Which legal term best
describes the actions of the radiographer?
Ans: battery
Assignment Expert
A patient in the radiology department suddenly develops a nosebleed.
The radiographer instructs the patient to lean forward and pinch the
Guru01 - Stuvia
affected nostril against the midline nasal cartilage, but the bleeding does
not stop. What should the radiographer do next?
Ans: apply a moist compress
2026
A patient received 100 ml of IV contrast media as a part of an abdominal
computed tomography (CT) scan, as well as 500 ml of dilute, oral
©
contrast, prior to coming to Radiology for a separate order, an
intravenous urogram (IVU). The patient's creatinine is 0.4 mg/dl and BUN
is 36 mg/dl. Why should this IVU be rescheduled?
Ans: the presence of the previous oral contrast in the abdomen
precludes an IVU
A patient reports symptoms including itching, rash formation, and
difficulty breathing immediately following the administration of
intravenous (IV) contrast media. Assuming the patient has had no prior
exposure to radiopaque contrast media, what is the most likely cause of
these symptoms?
Ans: anaphylactoid reaction
