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Ans: Which legal concept is violated by a radiographer who performs an
examination without an examination order?
patient is legally competent, patient has been informed about
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
Ans: Which steps are involved in legally obtaining informed consent to
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perform a radiographic procedure
medical asepsis
Ans: Which term best describes the process of cleaning the surfaces in a
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radiology department with 10% bleach solution in water?
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surgical hand scrub
Ans: Which procedure is an example of surgical asepsis?
speak slowly and in a low tone of voice
Ans: Which is the most appropriate guideline to follow when
radiographing patients in their late adult years?
15 degrees
Ans: Which angle of insertion is recommended when performing
venipuncture?
cold
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Ans: To ensure a reduction in irritation to the intestines, which
temperature of water should be mixed with the barium on lower
gastrointestinal studies?
consistent eye contact
Ans: Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness and concern
for a patient who is giving a medical history?
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Ans: A radiographer receives a request for a portable chest x-ray and
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then performs the x-ray on the incorrect patient. Which legal term best
describes the actions of the radiographer?
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apply a moist compress
Ans: A patient in the radiology department suddenly develops a
nosebleed. The radiographer instructs the patient to lean forward and
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pinch the affected nostril against the midline nasal cartilage, but the
bleeding does not stop. What should the radiographer do next?
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the presence of the previous oral contrast in the abdomen precludes an
IVU
Ans: 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?
anaphylactoid reaction
Ans: 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
HESI 1: Patient Care Questions and Correct Answers |
Latest Update
batter
Ans: Which legal concept is violated by a radiographer who performs an
examination without an examination order?
patient is legally competent, patient has been informed about
alternatives to this particular procedure, patient has been informed about
the risks involved in the procedure and patient has been informed about
Assignment Expert
procedures in place to mitigate risks
Ans: Which steps are involved in legally obtaining informed consent to
Guru01 - Stuvia
perform a radiographic procedure
medical asepsis
Ans: Which term best describes the process of cleaning the surfaces in a
2026
radiology department with 10% bleach solution in water?
©
surgical hand scrub
Ans: Which procedure is an example of surgical asepsis?
speak slowly and in a low tone of voice
Ans: Which is the most appropriate guideline to follow when
radiographing patients in their late adult years?
15 degrees
Ans: Which angle of insertion is recommended when performing
venipuncture?
cold
, 2 for specific request mail
Ans: To ensure a reduction in irritation to the intestines, which
temperature of water should be mixed with the barium on lower
gastrointestinal studies?
consistent eye contact
Ans: Which nonverbal cue best demonstrates attentiveness and concern
for a patient who is giving a medical history?
battery
Ans: A radiographer receives a request for a portable chest x-ray and
Assignment Expert
then performs the x-ray on the incorrect patient. Which legal term best
describes the actions of the radiographer?
Guru01 - Stuvia
apply a moist compress
Ans: A patient in the radiology department suddenly develops a
nosebleed. The radiographer instructs the patient to lean forward and
2026
pinch the affected nostril against the midline nasal cartilage, but the
bleeding does not stop. What should the radiographer do next?
©
the presence of the previous oral contrast in the abdomen precludes an
IVU
Ans: 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?
anaphylactoid reaction
Ans: 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
