Safe Lifting Techniques Quiz

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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?

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?

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?

Depression Signup and view all the answers

In the context of medical imaging, what type of touch is used to guide a patient into the correct position for an examination?

Emphasis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary emotion experienced by most patients entering a hospital?

Fear of the unknown and about their condition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following needs is NOT completely satisfied according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Acceptance by peers Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred location of a central venous line tip?

Superior vena cava Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'music of speech' known as in communication?

Paralanguage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included as part of the customary stages of the dying or grieving process?

Frustration, shock, desolation, acceptance, and denial Signup and view all the answers

What should a healthcare professional do when determining a patient's description of pain?

"All of the above" Signup and view all the answers

Which physical change is NOT typically experienced by the elderly with the GI system?

Increased secretions Signup and view all the answers

What is considered the first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient?

Denial and desolation Signup and view all the answers

What is the first and most basic need according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Shelter, nourishment, and water Signup and view all the answers

When working with an elderly patient, what should you do to deal with the patient's attitude if they become irritated during questioning?

Speak slowly and clearly and ask for understanding and feedback Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT an example of nonverbal communication characteristic?

Volume of voice Signup and view all the answers

When questioning patients to obtain an accurate patient history, what approach should be taken?

Start with open-ended questions and then follow up with more direct inquiries Signup and view all the answers

What is the chief complaint of a patient regarding their need for medical care?

Chief complaint Signup and view all the answers

What is the key question most radiologists want answered when it relates to any medical imaging examination?

Why is the patient having this examination? Signup and view all the answers

What would be inappropriate during a medical imaging examination?

Ask the patient leading questions regarding his or her symptoms Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would an imaging sciences professional record the depth of inspiration as an item of subjective data?

Record the depth of inspiration as an item of subjective data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not one of the sacred seven of medical histories, as mentioned in the text?

Family history Signup and view all the answers

In good history taking, all of the following are examples of subjective data except:

Respiratory rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct positioning when lifting a stack of heavy grid cassettes from the floor to a counter?

Keep your feet very wide apart and your back arched when lifting Signup and view all the answers

When positioning a patient in a rolling motion transfer, what should you do?

Always move the patient toward you Signup and view all the answers

In which position is a patient sleeping if they are on their side with legs together and knees bent?

None of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a sudden drop in a patient's blood pressure caused by standing or sitting upright called?

Orthostatic hypotension Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances is an inflatable air splint used?

Lower extremity trauma Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a patient transfer?

Safely move a patient from one area to another Signup and view all the answers

When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to a radiographic table, what should be the position of the wheelchair?

Position the wheelchair at a 90-degree angle to the table Signup and view all the answers

After successfully completing a safe hydraulic lift of a large patient, what should the imaging professional do?

Return the patient in a wheelchair with the transfer sling under the patient Signup and view all the answers

When moving a patient to or from a stretcher, what is important to do?

Lock the stretcher securely against the examination table Signup and view all the answers

When performing a two-person lift of a patient from a wheelchair, what is important to do?

Lift the patient as a unit, with his or her arms crossed and legs straight Signup and view all the answers

When taking a portable chest radiograph on a patient undergoing oxygen therapy, what is the recommended action regarding the oxygen delivery system?

The oxygen should not be removed without the consent of a physician or respiratory care practitioner Signup and view all the answers

In the context of medical imaging, what type of touch is used to guide a patient into the correct position for an examination?

Therapeutic touch Signup and view all the answers

What kind of tube(s) is (are) inserted into the patient to relieve a large tension pneumothorax?

Chest and Thoracostomy Signup and view all the answers

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?

Not cross the midline of the patient and should be located in the superior vena cava Signup and view all the answers

A Swan-Ganz catheter is intended for what purpose?

To measure pulmonary wedge pressures Signup and view all the answers

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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Questions and Answers

Which of the following is not an example of a negative communication technique?

In the context of a terminally ill patient with mutual pretense of their condition, what is the most inappropriate action?

When receiving an order for a radiographic study on a clearly intoxicated but coherent patient, what is an essential first step to take?

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?

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?

What is the preferred location of a central venous line tip?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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 key question most radiologists want answered when it relates to any 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?

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:

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?

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?

Under what circumstances is an inflatable air splint used?

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?

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 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?

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?

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?

Study Notes

Communication Techniques

Patient Care

Dying and Grieving Process

Medical Imaging

Medical History

Medical Procedures

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Elderly Patients

Other

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