33 Questions
Which of the following is an example of a positive communication technique?
Maintaining eye contact while referencing the patient's chart
In the context of patient communication, what is the best course of action when encountering a terminally ill patient with mutual pretense of their condition?
Politely working in silence as necessary and attending to patient's physical needs
When receiving an order for a radiographic study on an intoxicated but coherent patient, what is the initial step before beginning the exam?
For your safety, have a security officer remain with the patient during the exam
What is the preferred location of a central venous line tip?
Superior vena cava
Which of the following is considered to be the first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient?
Denial and desolation
What is hypoxia?
A state describing oxygen-deficient tissue
Which of the following is included as part of the chronology of a clinical history?
All of the above
What does kneeling down to a child's level and lowering your voice represent as an effective strategy for communication during a radiographic exam?
Empathy towards the child's perspective
Which term describes the physical changes experienced by the elderly with the GI system?
Increased secretions
Which of the following is a reliable device to measure oxygen saturation levels of arterial blood?
Pulse oximeter
Which question is appropriate for determining a patient's description of his or her pain?
"All of the above"
Which of the following is not an example of subjective data?
Temperature reading
Which stage represents denial and desolation in the customary stages of the dying or grieving process?
Denial, anger, depression, bargaining, and acceptance
Which of the following is NOT a common stage of grief according to the Kübler-Ross model?
Optimism
Which artery is commonly checked for pulse in the wrist?
Radial artery
What is the measurement unit for oxygen delivery devices?
Liters per minute
When no sounds are heard anymore during blood pressure measurement, what does this indicate?
Diastolic pressure has been reached
Which of the following lines or tubes will be inserted beyond the right atrium of the heart?
PA line
What is the normal range of respirations for a child?
20-30 breaths per minute
Which of the following is NOT true of good lifting mechanics?
Extend forward beyond center of gravity to broaden arm span
"Touch" as a communication strategy for medical examinations is a type of touch for:
Emphasis
"Emotional intelligence" refers to:
Understanding your emotions when handling patients and their families
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, few people completely satisfy the need for:
Acceptance by peers
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need is considered the first and most basic?
Shelter, nourishment, and water
When working with an elderly patient, what is the recommended approach for communication?
Speak slowly and clearly and ask for understanding and feedback
Which of the following is not considered a nonverbal communication characteristic?
Volume of voice
What is an important trait for professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients during examinations?
Work efficiently by minimizing small conversations with patients
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients?
Avoiding establishing rapport with patients
What should be the initial step before beginning an exam on an intoxicated but coherent patient?
Ensure patient safety and obtain necessary consent
Which type of need does self-fulfillment and self-actualization belong to in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Esteem needs
What is the most recommended approach for communicating with terminally ill patients?
Having open and honest conversations about their condition and providing emotional support
Which skill is vital for professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients during examinations?
Demonstrating empathy and active listening during the examination process
What should be done to reassure patients during medical imaging examinations?
Explain the procedure clearly, answer questions patiently, and provide emotional support as needed
Study Notes
Communication Techniques
- Kneeling down to a child's level and lowering your voice is an effective strategy for communication during a radiographic exam.
- "Touch" as a communication strategy for medical examinations is a type of emotional touch.
- Active listening and empathy are essential for effective communication.
Patient Care
- When encountering a terminally ill patient with mutual pretense of their condition, the best course of action is to acknowledge their feelings and concerns.
- The initial step before beginning an exam on an intoxicated but coherent patient is to ensure their safety and consent.
- The most recommended approach for communicating with terminally ill patients is to acknowledge their feelings and concerns.
Anatomy and Physiology
- The preferred location of a central venous line tip is in the right atrium of the heart.
- The radial artery is commonly checked for pulse in the wrist.
- The normal range of respirations for a child is 20-30 breaths per minute.
Medical Imaging
- When receiving an order for a radiographic study on an intoxicated but coherent patient, the initial step is to ensure their safety and consent.
- The most reliable device to measure oxygen saturation levels of arterial blood is a pulse oximeter.
Pain Management
- The question "How would you describe your pain?" is appropriate for determining a patient's description of their pain.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- The first and most basic need in Maslow's hierarchy of needs is physiological needs.
- Self-fulfillment and self-actualization belong to the esteem and self-actualization needs type.
Nonverbal Communication
- Eye contact, facial expressions, and tone of voice are considered nonverbal communication characteristics.
Professional Development
- Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize and understand emotions in oneself and others.
- Empathy, active listening, and patience are important traits for professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients.
- Professional medical imaging personnel should be honest, respectful, and confident when interacting with patients.
- Reassuring patients during medical imaging examinations by explaining the procedure and providing emotional support is vital.
Grief and Loss
- The first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient is denial.
- The Kübler-Ross model includes denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance as stages of grief.
- Desolation is a stage of grief that represents denial and despair.
Respiratory Care
- Hypoxia is a condition of insufficient oxygen in the body.
- The measurement unit for oxygen delivery devices is liters per minute (L/min).
- When no sounds are heard anymore during blood pressure measurement, it indicates the diastolic pressure.
Test your knowledge about the stages of grief and medical information in this quiz. Questions cover topics such as acceptance, denial, depression, anger, bargaining, and pulse checking areas, oxygen delivery devices, and more.
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