PCT Review

What can improve electrode contact?

• applying lotion to the skin

• having the patient breath quickly

• removing body hair

• warming the skin

where is lead V2 placed?

• fifth intercostal space

• fourth intercostal space

• left arm

• left leg

which of the following is an example of a virus?

• Group B streptococcus

• hepatitis A

• plasmodium falciparum

• staphylococcus aureus

what does the prefix 'pre' mean?

• after

• before

• left

• right

which body system protects vital organs and gives the body structure?

• integumentary

• muscular

• skeletal

• vascular

what does the term bradycardia mean?

• a heart rate above 100 BPM

• a heart rate above 150 BPM

• a heart rate below 100 BPM

• a heart rate below 60 BPM

which type of muscle makes up the urinary system?

• skeletal

• smooth

• striated

• voluntary

what should you do if a patient starts to fall while you are assisting them with ambulation?

• ease the patient to the floor

• grab their hands to attempt to prevent the fall

• let go of them and allow them to fall to the ground

• push them in the opposite direction from which they are falling to stabilize them

what is the usual sequence of the general physical examination?

• feet to head

• head to the feet

• limbs to trunk

• truck to limbs

what should be done to reusable EKG machine components between patient encounters?

• disinfection

• disposal

• nothing

• washing with soap and water