CPCT Review #6

If a waveform is in the downward deflection, it would be considered which of the following?

• Negative
• Flatline
• Positive
• Complex

How should the PCT position the patient for a lateral view of the right hip?

• lying on the left side
• lying on right side
• Flat on back face up
• lying on back face down

What does the suffix "-plegia" mean?

• paralysis
• vomiting
• rupture
• narrowing

To clean the laboratory, the PCT should use a mixture of bleach and water made of what ratio?

• 1:5 bleach to water
• 1:10 bleach to water
• 10:1 bleach to water
• 5:1 bleach to water

 A leg catheter urine bag holds approximately:

• 500 ml of urine
• 1000 ml of urine
• 1500 ml of urine
• 2000 ml of urine

All of the following can cause a pulse rate to temporarily increase in rate EXCEPT:

• Caffeine and Nicotine
• Exercise
• Stimulants
• Cranberry or Blueberry juice

What is meant by the "Rh factor" in the blood?

• Aids in clotting
• Enzyme used for transporting waste
• Antigen the affects blood type
• Transports oxygen

Which electrode is placed on the midaxillary line?

• V2
• V4
• V6
• V5

Which of the following would be the main goals of treating sinus tachycardia?

• Maintain  adequate cardiac output
• Maintain good tissue perfusion
• Determine the underlying cause and treat
• All of the above

What device is used for a heel stick on a newborn?

• Syringe with needle
• Lancet
• Butterfly needle
• Vacutainer needle