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Which of the following is not an example of a negative communication technique?
Which of the following is not an example of a negative communication technique?
- Leaning toward the patient when talking to him or her
- Talking to the patient with your back turned as you record in the chart
- Giving a pleasant smile
- Maintaining eye contact while referencing the patient's chart (correct)
In the context of a terminally ill patient with mutual pretense of their condition, what is the most inappropriate action?
In the context of a terminally ill patient with mutual pretense of their condition, what is the most inappropriate action?
- Sharing similar death experiences with the patient to comfort them
- Happily moving around the room trying to cheer him/her up (correct)
- Politely working in silence as necessary and attending to patient's physical needs
- Trying to get the patient to transition into open awareness of their condition
When receiving an order for a radiographic study on a clearly intoxicated but coherent patient, what is an essential first step to take?
When receiving an order for a radiographic study on a clearly intoxicated but coherent patient, what is an essential first step to take?
- Put on a patient gown and gloves in case the patient vomits/bodily discharges
- Close exam room doors to prevent others from hearing the patient's language
- Prepare patient restraint jackets and tape to hold down the patient during the exam
- For your safety, have a security officer remain with the patient during the exam (correct)
Which stage of the dying process involves feeling a sense of hopelessness about the future?
Which stage of the dying process involves feeling a sense of hopelessness about the future?
In the context of medical imaging, what type of touch is used to guide a patient into the correct position for an examination?
In the context of medical imaging, what type of touch is used to guide a patient into the correct position for an examination?
What is the primary emotion experienced by most patients entering a hospital?
What is the primary emotion experienced by most patients entering a hospital?
Which of the following needs is NOT completely satisfied according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Which of the following needs is NOT completely satisfied according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is the preferred location of a central venous line tip?
What is the preferred location of a central venous line tip?
What is the 'music of speech' known as in communication?
What is the 'music of speech' known as in communication?
Which of the following is NOT included as part of the customary stages of the dying or grieving process?
Which of the following is NOT included as part of the customary stages of the dying or grieving process?
What should a healthcare professional do when determining a patient's description of pain?
What should a healthcare professional do when determining a patient's description of pain?
Which physical change is NOT typically experienced by the elderly with the GI system?
Which physical change is NOT typically experienced by the elderly with the GI system?
What is considered the first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient?
What is considered the first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient?
What is the first and most basic need according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is the first and most basic need according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
When working with an elderly patient, what should you do to deal with the patient's attitude if they become irritated during questioning?
When working with an elderly patient, what should you do to deal with the patient's attitude if they become irritated during questioning?
What is NOT an example of nonverbal communication characteristic?
What is NOT an example of nonverbal communication characteristic?
When questioning patients to obtain an accurate patient history, what approach should be taken?
When questioning patients to obtain an accurate patient history, what approach should be taken?
What is the chief complaint of a patient regarding their need for medical care?
What is the chief complaint of a patient regarding their need for medical care?
What is the key question most radiologists want answered when it relates to any medical imaging examination?
What is the key question most radiologists want answered when it relates to any medical imaging examination?
What would be inappropriate during a medical imaging examination?
What would be inappropriate during a medical imaging examination?
In what situation would an imaging sciences professional record the depth of inspiration as an item of subjective data?
In what situation would an imaging sciences professional record the depth of inspiration as an item of subjective data?
Which of the following is not one of the sacred seven of medical histories, as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is not one of the sacred seven of medical histories, as mentioned in the text?
In good history taking, all of the following are examples of subjective data except:
In good history taking, all of the following are examples of subjective data except:
What is the correct positioning when lifting a stack of heavy grid cassettes from the floor to a counter?
What is the correct positioning when lifting a stack of heavy grid cassettes from the floor to a counter?
When positioning a patient in a rolling motion transfer, what should you do?
When positioning a patient in a rolling motion transfer, what should you do?
In which position is a patient sleeping if they are on their side with legs together and knees bent?
In which position is a patient sleeping if they are on their side with legs together and knees bent?
What is a sudden drop in a patient's blood pressure caused by standing or sitting upright called?
What is a sudden drop in a patient's blood pressure caused by standing or sitting upright called?
Under what circumstances is an inflatable air splint used?
Under what circumstances is an inflatable air splint used?
What is the purpose of a patient transfer?
What is the purpose of a patient transfer?
When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to a radiographic table, what should be the position of the wheelchair?
When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to a radiographic table, what should be the position of the wheelchair?
After successfully completing a safe hydraulic lift of a large patient, what should the imaging professional do?
After successfully completing a safe hydraulic lift of a large patient, what should the imaging professional do?
When moving a patient to or from a stretcher, what is important to do?
When moving a patient to or from a stretcher, what is important to do?
When performing a two-person lift of a patient from a wheelchair, what is important to do?
When performing a two-person lift of a patient from a wheelchair, what is important to do?
When taking a portable chest radiograph on a patient undergoing oxygen therapy, what is the recommended action regarding the oxygen delivery system?
When taking a portable chest radiograph on a patient undergoing oxygen therapy, what is the recommended action regarding the oxygen delivery system?
In the context of medical imaging, what type of touch is used to guide a patient into the correct position for an examination?
In the context of medical imaging, what type of touch is used to guide a patient into the correct position for an examination?
What kind of tube(s) is (are) inserted into the patient to relieve a large tension pneumothorax?
What kind of tube(s) is (are) inserted into the patient to relieve a large tension pneumothorax?
In the context of assessing the correct placement of a central venous (CV) line using a right-sided approach, where should the catheter tip be located?
In the context of assessing the correct placement of a central venous (CV) line using a right-sided approach, where should the catheter tip be located?
A Swan-Ganz catheter is intended for what purpose?
A Swan-Ganz catheter is intended for what purpose?
Study Notes
Communication Techniques
- Avoiding negative communication techniques, such as being patronizing or condescending, especially when dealing with terminally ill patients.
- Mutual pretense of a patient's condition is inappropriate when they are aware of their terminal illness.
Patient Care
- When receiving an order for a radiographic study on a clearly intoxicated but coherent patient, an essential first step is to assess their ability to provide informed consent.
- The primary emotion experienced by most patients entering a hospital is anxiety.
- It is essential to determine a patient's description of pain by asking open-ended questions.
Dying and Grieving Process
- The stage of feeling a sense of hopelessness about the future is known as depression.
- The first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient is shock or denial.
Medical Imaging
- The purpose of a patient transfer is to move the patient safely and comfortably.
- When positioning a patient in a rolling motion transfer, it is essential to maintain their body alignment.
- The correct positioning when lifting a stack of heavy grid cassettes from the floor to a counter is to bend at the knees, keep the back straight, and lift with the legs.
- In the context of medical imaging, the type of touch used to guide a patient into the correct position for an examination is supportive touch.
Medical History
- The chief complaint of a patient regarding their need for medical care is the reason for their visit.
- The key question most radiologists want answered when it relates to any medical imaging examination is "What is the patient's clinical presentation?"
Medical Procedures
- When taking a portable chest radiograph on a patient undergoing oxygen therapy, the recommended action regarding the oxygen delivery system is to disconnect it before the examination.
- In the context of assessing the correct placement of a central venous (CV) line using a right-sided approach, the catheter tip should be located at the atriocaval junction.
- A Swan-Ganz catheter is intended for monitoring cardiac function and hemodynamics.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- The first and most basic need according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs is physiological needs.
- One of the needs NOT completely satisfied according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs is self-actualization.
Elderly Patients
- When working with an elderly patient, it is essential to deal with their attitude by being patient, understanding, and empathetic if they become irritated during questioning.
- Physical changes NOT typically experienced by the elderly with the GI system include increased appetite.
Other
- The 'music of speech' is known as prosody.
- The preferred location of a central venous line tip is at the atriocaval junction.
- An inflatable air splint is used in situations where a patient requires immobilization.
- When performing a two-person lift of a patient from a wheelchair, it is essential to maintain control of the patient and ensure their safety.
- A chest tube is inserted into the patient to relieve a large tension pneumothorax.
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