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A registered technologist consistently demonstrates professional growth by doing which of the following?
A registered technologist consistently demonstrates professional growth by doing which of the following?
- Actively engaging in continuing education and sharing knowledge. (correct)
- Relying solely on established procedures without exploring new techniques.
- Avoiding collaboration to maintain individual expertise.
- Only using familiar equipment to ensure consistent results.
When faced with a complex patient case, what is the MOST appropriate course of action for a registered technologist?
When faced with a complex patient case, what is the MOST appropriate course of action for a registered technologist?
- Consulting with colleagues to gather diverse perspectives and insights. (correct)
- Following routine protocols without adapting to the patient's specific needs.
- Deferring all decisions to the supervising physician without offering input.
- Proceeding independently based on their own interpretation of the situation.
What is a key aspect of a Registered Technologist's role in ensuring patient well-being?
What is a key aspect of a Registered Technologist's role in ensuring patient well-being?
- Interpreting radiographic images and providing diagnoses to patients.
- Performing surgical procedures under the guidance of a surgeon.
- Administering medications without physician oversight.
- Using equipment and accessories as intended and employing appropriate techniques. (correct)
A technologist notices a discrepancy between the ordered exam and the patient's clinical presentation. What should they do FIRST?
A technologist notices a discrepancy between the ordered exam and the patient's clinical presentation. What should they do FIRST?
How should a Registered Technologist handle a situation where they disagree with a physician's interpretation of an image?
How should a Registered Technologist handle a situation where they disagree with a physician's interpretation of an image?
Which action BEST demonstrates a Registered Technologist's commitment to patient safety?
Which action BEST demonstrates a Registered Technologist's commitment to patient safety?
A technologist is asked to perform a procedure they are not adequately trained for. What is the MOST appropriate response?
A technologist is asked to perform a procedure they are not adequately trained for. What is the MOST appropriate response?
What should a Registered Technologist do if they suspect a colleague is impaired while on duty?
What should a Registered Technologist do if they suspect a colleague is impaired while on duty?
Which scenario BEST exemplifies a Registered Technologist exercising care and judgment?
Which scenario BEST exemplifies a Registered Technologist exercising care and judgment?
A Registered Technologist is approached by a sales representative promoting a new imaging technology. What is the technologist's responsibility?
A Registered Technologist is approached by a sales representative promoting a new imaging technology. What is the technologist's responsibility?
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics for Registered Technologists?
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics for Registered Technologists?
A technologist notices a colleague falsifying patient records to meet departmental quotas. According to the Code of Ethics, what is the MOST appropriate course of action?
A technologist notices a colleague falsifying patient records to meet departmental quotas. According to the Code of Ethics, what is the MOST appropriate course of action?
A patient refuses a necessary radiologic procedure due to religious beliefs. According to the Code of Ethics, what is the technologist's responsibility?
A patient refuses a necessary radiologic procedure due to religious beliefs. According to the Code of Ethics, what is the technologist's responsibility?
Which of the following scenarios violates a patient's right to privacy, as outlined in the Code of Ethics?
Which of the following scenarios violates a patient's right to privacy, as outlined in the Code of Ethics?
How does the Code of Ethics address the use of equipment and radiation safety?
How does the Code of Ethics address the use of equipment and radiation safety?
A technologist is asked to perform an imaging procedure they are not adequately trained for. What is the MOST ethical course of action?
A technologist is asked to perform an imaging procedure they are not adequately trained for. What is the MOST ethical course of action?
Which of the following actions demonstrates a Registered Technologist acting in a professional manner?
Which of the following actions demonstrates a Registered Technologist acting in a professional manner?
According to the principles in the Code of Ethics, what should a technologist do if they witness another healthcare worker discriminating against a patient based on their sexual orientation?
According to the principles in the Code of Ethics, what should a technologist do if they witness another healthcare worker discriminating against a patient based on their sexual orientation?
A research study requires technologists to administer a slightly higher radiation dose than normal to patients, but assures them the risk is minimal. What consideration, based on the Code of Ethics, should MOST influence the technologist's decision?
A research study requires technologists to administer a slightly higher radiation dose than normal to patients, but assures them the risk is minimal. What consideration, based on the Code of Ethics, should MOST influence the technologist's decision?
What is the MOST accurate interpretation of the statement 'The Code of Ethics is aspirational'?
What is the MOST accurate interpretation of the statement 'The Code of Ethics is aspirational'?
Flashcards
Technologist Practice
Technologist Practice
Applies theoretical knowledge, uses equipment correctly, and employs appropriate techniques.
Technologist Responsibility
Technologist Responsibility
Evaluates scenarios, uses caution, and takes accountability for choices, always prioritizing the patient's welfare.
Technologist as Agent
Technologist as Agent
Gathers relevant data through observation and communication for the physician, understanding that diagnosis is beyond their role.
Technologist Improvement
Technologist Improvement
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Technologist Conduct
Technologist Conduct
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Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics
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Professional Conduct
Professional Conduct
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Service to Humanity
Service to Humanity
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Non-Discrimination
Non-Discrimination
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Standard of Practice
Standard of Practice
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Radiation Safety
Radiation Safety
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Ethical Practice
Ethical Practice
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Patient Confidentiality
Patient Confidentiality
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Exceptions to Confidentiality
Exceptions to Confidentiality
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Code of Ethics Aspirational
Code of Ethics Aspirational
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Study Notes
- The Code of Ethics is the first part of the Standards of Ethics.
- It serves as a guide for Certificate Holders and Candidates to evaluate their professional conduct.
- The code relates to patients, healthcare consumers, employers, colleagues, and other members of the healthcare team.
- The Code of Ethics is intended to assist Certificate Holders and Candidates in maintaining a high level of ethical conduct.
- The code seeks to provide for the protection, safety, and comfort of patients.
- The Code of Ethics is aspirational.
Registered Technologist Responsibilities
- Acts professionally, responds to patient needs, and supports colleagues/associates.
- Registered Technologists provide quality patient care.
- Advances the profession's principal objective to serve humanity with respect for the dignity of mankind.
- Delivers unrestricted patient care, without discrimination based on personal attributes, disease, or illness.
- Discrimination is prohibited based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status regarding public assistance, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or age.
- Practices technology based on theoretical knowledge and using equipment/accessories for their intended purposes.
- Employs procedures and techniques appropriately.
- Assesses situations, exercises care/judgment, assumes responsibility for decisions, and acts in the patient's best interest.
- Acts as an agent to obtain pertinent information for the physician through observation/communication.
- They aid in diagnosis and treatment while recognizing the interpretation and diagnoses are outside their scope.
- Uses equipment/accessories and techniques/procedures in line with accepted standards.
- They demonstrate expertise in minimizing radiation exposure to patients, themselves, and the healthcare team.
- Practices ethical conduct and protects the patient's right to quality radiologic technology care.
- Respects confidences, patient privacy, and reveals confidential information only when required by law or for welfare of the individual or community.
- Strives to improve knowledge/skills through continuing education, shares knowledge, and investigates new aspects of practice.
- Refrains from using illegal drugs or controlled substances that impair judgment/ability to practice radiologic technology with skill and safety.
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The Code of Ethics serves as a guide for healthcare professionals. It emphasizes professional conduct, quality patient care, and advancing the profession. It prohibits discrimination based on personal attributes, disease, or illness.
