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What should be done to correct an error on a written record?
Which of the following statements about patient identification is true?
Which method is NOT appropriate for correcting written records?
How should X-ray images be documented?
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What is a requirement when communicating with patients from different backgrounds?
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What should be done with blank spaces in a patient chart?
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What should be included in patient entries in regards to dates?
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What should you do when you leave a computer that contains patient information?
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What is the primary purpose of the ARRT Code of Ethics?
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Which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a radiographer?
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What consequence do violations of the Rules of Ethics have?
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What can a radiographer inform patients regarding their procedures?
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Which document outlines the ethical responsibilities of medical professionals including radiologic technologists?
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Which of the following is NOT part of the patient’s rights under the Patient Bill of Rights?
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Which responsibility of a radiographer enhances patient safety?
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Which aspect of the Code of Ethics is considered mandatory and enforceable?
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What is the reasonably prudent person doctrine based on?
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Which of the following is NOT a condition that must be met to establish malpractice?
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What differentiates restraints from immobilization in a medical setting?
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Why should patients with restraints not be left unattended?
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Which of the following statements about documentation is true?
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What is the main purpose of documentation during medical examinations?
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Which of the following practices is advisable for a patient utilizing restraints?
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What does immobilization aim to prevent in a medical imaging context?
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What should not be relied upon when interpreting medical information for patients?
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Which of the following factors is NOT listed as an aspect of cultural differences to respect among patients?
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How should medical procedures be explained to patients?
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What is the difference between subjective and objective history?
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Which of the following is within a radiographer's scope of practice?
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What is the correct way to ensure that a patient understands the procedure?
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When educating patients about radiation safety, what approach is recommended?
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What should be avoided in communication with patients regarding examination outcomes?
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What is the primary difference between sublingual and buccal medication delivery?
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Which of the following routes is considered a parenteral route of administration?
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When should the tourniquet be removed during a venipuncture procedure?
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What is the correct action regarding the disposal of a syringe after injection?
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Which statement is true regarding an IV push compared to an IV infusion?
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Which of the following correctly describes intrathecal administration?
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What is the most common vein for venipuncture procedures?
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What should be done if a butterfly IV set is used during an injection?
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Study Notes
Ethical & Legal Considerations
- ARRT Code of Ethics serves as a guiding framework for radiologic technologists.
- Rules of Ethics are mandatory guidelines with sanctions for violations.
- Radiographers cannot inform patients whether exams are necessary but may educate on rights to refuse.
- Professional negligence, termed malpractice, requires establishing standard of care and demonstrating violation and causation.
- Restraints require a physician's order, while immobilization techniques do not.
- Documentation is crucial in patient care; records must be accurate, legible, and include all necessary details.
Direct Patient Care
- Verification of patient identity requires two identifiers: name, date of birth (DOB), or medical record number (MRN).
- Verbal and nonverbal communication is essential; respect cultural diversity and individual differences.
- Procedures must be explained clearly, and patients should confirm understanding before proceeding.
- Educating patients about their rights and the exam process is within the scope of practice for radiographers.
- Sublingual and buccal medications are absorbed through oral mucosa; parenteral routes include IV, IA, intrathecal, IM, SC, and intradermal.
Venipuncture Procedures
- Hand hygiene and glove use necessary before venipuncture.
- Tourniquet applied 6-8 inches above the injection site; the antecubital vein is preferred.
- Skin cleansing follows facility protocols; ensure syringes have no excess air before inserting the needle.
- Blood return indicates proper placement; tourniquet should be released once blood flow is observed.
- After procedure completion, dispose of needles and syringes properly; never recap needles to avoid injury.
- IV medications can be administered through rapid IV push or slower infusion methods.
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This quiz covers the ARRT Code of Ethics and the essential legal guidelines for radiologic technologists. It emphasizes the importance of patient communication, documentation, and professional conduct in direct patient care. Test your knowledge on these critical aspects of the radiology profession.