CPCT/A Module 1-5 Quizes

Heart Rate 124/min

A vital sign finding that should be reported to the nurse.

Nasal cannula

A device used to deliver supplemental oxygen.

Liquid Stool

Characteristic of stool to observe and report after defecation.

Postoperative ambulation

The process of assisting a patient who has had surgery to walk.

Patient requires CPR

Indicated when the patient does not respond when shaken.

Blood in stool

Finding that should be reported to the nurse when collecting specimens.

Semi-upright position

The position the head of the bed should be raised to for enteral feeding.

650 mL

The total fluid intake after measuring IV fluid and oral intake.

Notify the nurse

The first action to take when a patient sitting on the floor reports feeling dizzy.

Rationalization

A coping mechanism demonstrated by a patient with a terminal illness.

Mechanical scale

A type of scale used for weighing a patient.

SCD sleeves

Medical devices applied to promote circulation post-surgery.

Coughing and deep breathing exercises

Postoperative activities to assist with recovery.

Clock method

Technique to describe food placement for a patient with vision loss.

Denial

Stage of grief exhibited by a patient with advanced lung cancer.

Peripheral IV catheter removal

Procedure that requires moving the roller clamp to the closed position.

Walker usage

Technique requiring positioning handgrips level to the hips.

Proper crutch technique

Patient uses handgrips to support body weight while using crutches.

Wound infection indicator

Green discharge observed from a patient's leg wound.

Incentive spirometer use instruction

Guiding the patient to raise the indicator by inhalation.

Gauze adherence

Action needed when gauze dressing adheres to a patient's skin.

Apply pressure to venipuncture site

Action taken to manage active bleeding from venipuncture.

Shoulder hyperextension

Technique to hyperextend a patient's shoulder during range-of-motion exercises.

Gait belt usage

Method to assist a stroke patient in ambulating.

Colostomy appliance replacement

Requires washing the skin around the stoma.

Stage III pressure ulcer

Identified when skin layers are worn away and subcutaneous fat is visible.

Fall prevention check

Routine question about restroom needs to anticipate falls.

Pressure ulcer prevention

Using a draw sheet when moving a patient in bed.

FACES pain rating scale

Recommended scale for assessing pain in a 6-year-old child.

Right task violation

Concern when assigned a sterile dressing change incorrectly.

Ileostomy pouch replacement

Opening expected to be 1/16 inch larger than the stoma.

Heart failure manifest

Expected finding includes edema in the legs.

Antiembolism stockings application

Requires sliding the stocking up over the foot and heel.

Mechanical lift transfer

Requires locking the wheels on the bed, wheelchair, and lift.

Weight-bearing transfer

Requires applying a gait belt while the patient sits at the side of the bed.

Blood pressure measurement

Technician should place the cuff above the inner elbow crease.

Postmortem care actions

Include closing the patient’s eyes and mouth.

Wheelchair curb transport

Requires backing the larger rear wheels off the curb.

Patient emotional support

Involves asking open-ended questions about feelings.

Nonskid slippers

Recommended for patients with a history of falls.

Fire extinguisher use

First step is pulling the pin out of the extinguisher.

Needlestick injury response

First step is washing the site with antimicrobial soap.

Logging off the computer

Necessary action when leaving a workstation at the nurses' station.

Document destruction for PHI

Requires using a shredder per HIPAA regulations.

Wrist restraints application

Includes padding the patient's wrists before reapplication.

Reporting excessive workload

Next step after addressing with charge nurse is reporting to unit manager.

Sharps container disposal

Procedure for discarding used needles and syringes.

Suspicion of abuse reporting

Action taken when noticing abrasions on a patient.

Scope of practice violation

Identifying changing a sterile dressing as outside the technician's duties.

Fire incident response

First action is to transport the patient away from the fire.

Ethical dilemma guidance

Visiting The Joint Commission website for codes of ethics.

Incident report completion

Needed for patient injury from reaching for a book.

Patient nausea response

Encouraging deep, slow breaths to alleviate discomfort.

C. difficile PPE

A gown is required when caring for a patient with Clostridium difficile.

Surgical sharps injury response

Immediate washing of the site with antimicrobial soap and water.

Thermometer disinfection

Involves using an antibacterial wipe after measurement.

Disinfection method

Chemical solutions are identified for disinfecting equipment.

Safety Data Sheets purpose

Reference for looking up chemical hazards in the workplace.

Blood-soiled linen disposal

Requires placing linens in a biohazardous waste bag.

Equipment disinfection timing

During transfer of equipment from the patient's room to another.

Sterile technique understanding

Recognized by the contamination principle of sterile items.

Opening sterile package

First step is placing the item flat in the center of the work surface.

Needlestick injury reduction

Dispose of used needles in a sharps container.

Bedpan usage precautions

Includes performing hand hygiene and wearing gloves.

Infection transmission prevention

Most effective method is performing proper hand hygiene.

Blood spill cleanup

Discarding cleanup materials into the biohazardous waste container.

Cut on hand action

Identifying that covering it interrupts the entrance link in infection chain.

Removing PPE order

Gloves should be removed first after patient care.

Sterile field maintenance

Hands should remain above the waist to prevent contamination.

Sterile technique requirement

Necessary for inserting a urinary catheter.

Transmission-based precautions compliance

Wearing an N-95 respirator for contact with contagious patients.

Splash to eye response

Immediate flushing at an eyewash station is required.

Handwashing time recommendation

CDC recommends a minimum of 20 seconds washing hands.

Venipuncture specimen labeling

Must include patient identification number.

Transporting blood specimen orientation

Specimen container should be kept vertical with the stopper up.

Blood ammonia level specimen collection

Involves submerging the specimen in an ice slurry.

24-hr urine specimen processing

Noting the time and date for specimen collection is essential.

EDTA tube collection issue

Identified if the tube was past its expiration date.

Specimen transfer delay identification

Could cause hemolysis in blood specimens.

Capillary puncture tube collection order

Lavender tube is collected first.

Hemolysis prevention action

Requires using a small-volume tube with a small-diameter needle.

Labeling evacuated tube process

Label should be applied immediately after venipuncture.

NPO patient nausea response

Encouraging deep breaths during the procedure.

Capillary specimen collection device for infant

A disposable lancet should be used.

Delayed specimen collection response

Daily collection should be noted and recorded.

Drug test procedure planning

Include location on the chain of custody form.

Glucometer quality control check

Involves checking the calibration of the device.

Lightheaded patient blood collection response

Protect the patient from falling during the procedure.

Dorsal hand vein needle insertion angle

Should be at a 10° angle for optimal access.

Evacuated tube system usage

Indicated for single use per patient for safety.

Order of draw for blood collection

Blood culture bottles, light blue, red, gray is the proper sequence.

24-hr urine collection mishap response

Involves discarding previous specimens and restarting.

Sputum test collection timing

Should occur in the morning for accuracy.

P waves and missing QRS complexes

Indicates a rhythm that should be reported to the nurse.

12-lead EKG position for pregnant patient

Should be slightly on the left side for best results.

Standard EKG paper speed

Identified as 25 mm/sec.

Cleaning EKG equipment procedure

Using a soft cloth moistened with disinfectant.

Identifying dysrhythmias in EKG

Three different P wave configurations in one lead indicates an issue.

Sinoatrial node function

It initiates the heartbeat within the cardiac conduction system.

Calibration marks role in EKG

Used as a reference to compare cardiac complexes.