LO2 ETHC181

What are the 4 methods of taking a patient's temperature?

When discussing oxygen administration, what does "LPM" stand for?

It is the radiographer's responsibility to notice a change in pt's physical condition and notify the appropriate person

• False

• True

Answer explanation

Concerning change- notify radiologist or physican

Life Threatening-call code or rapid response

A state from which the pt cannot be roused even with powerful stimulation

• Orientated

• Confusion

• Coma

• Stupor

A condition of drowsiness from a mental origin

• Lethargy

• Disoriented

• Coma

• Semi-conscious

What are the 4 levels of consiousness?

In what situations may you have to monitor a pt's vitals as a CLXT/MRT?

• In urgent situations

• Prior to an invasive procedure in your department

• For every patient requiring a lab test or x-ray

• When the patient starts vomiting

Hypothermia is classified as a temperature of:

• 36-37 degrees C

• Less than 36 degrees C

• 35-38 degrees C

• More than 38 degrees C

Pyrexia means

• Cool, clammy skin

• Vomiting

• Too cold

• Fever

The normal blood pressure range for an adult is:

• 85-100/60-85

• 90-140/60-75

• 95-120/ 60-80