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Which of the following is an example of a positive communication technique?
Which of the following is an example of a positive communication technique?
- Giving a pleasant smile
- Leaning toward the patient when talking to him or her
- Maintaining eye contact while referencing the patient's chart (correct)
- Talking to the patient with your back turned as you record in the 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?
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?
- Sharing similar death experiences with the patient to comfort them
- Politely working in silence as necessary and attending to patient's physical needs (correct)
- Happily moving around the room trying to cheer him/her up
- Try to get the patient to transition into open awareness of their condition
When receiving an order for a radiographic study on an intoxicated but coherent patient, what is the initial step before beginning the exam?
When receiving an order for a radiographic study on an intoxicated but coherent patient, what is the initial step before beginning the exam?
- Prepare patient restraint jackets and tape to hold down the patient during the exam
- Put on a patient gown and gloves in case the patient vomits/bodily discharges
- For your safety, have a security officer remain with the patient during the exam (correct)
- Close exam room doors to prevent others from hearing the patient's language
What is the preferred location of a central venous line tip?
What is the preferred location of a central venous line tip?
Which of the following is considered to be the first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient?
Which of the following is considered to be the first stage of acceptance of dying for a terminally ill patient?
What is hypoxia?
What is hypoxia?
Which of the following is included as part of the chronology of a clinical history?
Which of the following is included as part of the chronology of a clinical history?
What does kneeling down to a child's level and lowering your voice represent as an effective strategy for communication during a radiographic exam?
What does kneeling down to a child's level and lowering your voice represent as an effective strategy for communication during a radiographic exam?
Which term describes the physical changes experienced by the elderly with the GI system?
Which term describes the physical changes experienced by the elderly with the GI system?
Which of the following is a reliable device to measure oxygen saturation levels of arterial blood?
Which of the following is a reliable device to measure oxygen saturation levels of arterial blood?
Which question is appropriate for determining a patient's description of his or her pain?
Which question is appropriate for determining a patient's description of his or her pain?
Which of the following is not an example of subjective data?
Which of the following is not an example of subjective data?
Which stage represents denial and desolation in the customary stages of the dying or grieving process?
Which stage represents denial and desolation in the customary stages of the dying or grieving process?
Which of the following is NOT a common stage of grief according to the Kübler-Ross model?
Which of the following is NOT a common stage of grief according to the Kübler-Ross model?
Which artery is commonly checked for pulse in the wrist?
Which artery is commonly checked for pulse in the wrist?
What is the measurement unit for oxygen delivery devices?
What is the measurement unit for oxygen delivery devices?
When no sounds are heard anymore during blood pressure measurement, what does this indicate?
When no sounds are heard anymore during blood pressure measurement, what does this indicate?
Which of the following lines or tubes will be inserted beyond the right atrium of the heart?
Which of the following lines or tubes will be inserted beyond the right atrium of the heart?
What is the normal range of respirations for a child?
What is the normal range of respirations for a child?
Which of the following is NOT true of good lifting mechanics?
Which of the following is NOT true of good lifting mechanics?
"Touch" as a communication strategy for medical examinations is a type of touch for:
"Touch" as a communication strategy for medical examinations is a type of touch for:
"Emotional intelligence" refers to:
"Emotional intelligence" refers to:
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, few people completely satisfy the need for:
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, few people completely satisfy the need for:
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need is considered the first and most basic?
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need is considered the first and most basic?
When working with an elderly patient, what is the recommended approach for communication?
When working with an elderly patient, what is the recommended approach for communication?
Which of the following is not considered a nonverbal communication characteristic?
Which of the following is not considered a nonverbal communication characteristic?
What is an important trait for professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients during examinations?
What is an important trait for professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients during examinations?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients?
What should be the initial step before beginning an exam on an intoxicated but coherent patient?
What should be the initial step before beginning an exam on an intoxicated but coherent patient?
Which type of need does self-fulfillment and self-actualization belong to in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Which type of need does self-fulfillment and self-actualization belong to in Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
What is the most recommended approach for communicating with terminally ill patients?
What is the most recommended approach for communicating with terminally ill patients?
Which skill is vital for professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients during examinations?
Which skill is vital for professional medical imaging personnel when interacting with patients during examinations?
What should be done to reassure patients during medical imaging examinations?
What should be done to reassure patients during medical imaging examinations?
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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.
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