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WorksheetsTEE Probe and Procedure Quiz WK 8 (115)
Total questions: 46
Worksheet time: 24mins
The TEE probe has a ______, controllable shaft with an electronically steered, small ultrasound transducer mounted at the ______ tip of the shaft.
flexible, distal
rigid, proximal
flexible, proximal
rigid, distal
Which of the following is NOT a member of the TEE team?
Cardiac sonographer
Nurse
Cardiologist
Radiologist
What is one of the roles of a cardiac sonographer during a TEE procedure?
Administer sedation
Inspect the shaft of the TEE probe for cracks and damage
Obtain informed consent
Operate suction device
In what position should the patient be placed for a TEE?
Supine
Prone
Left Lateral Decubitus (LLD)
Right Lateral Decubitus (RLD)
What is the purpose of the bite block during a TEE?
(a)
To help the patient breathe
To administer medication
To monitor heart rate
How long does the TEE procedure usually last?
5-10 minutes
10-15 minutes
20-30 minutes
30-45 minutes
What must outpatients need after having anesthesia?
A ride home
A meal
A prescription
A follow-up appointment
How long must patients wait before eating or drinking after a TEE?
10 minutes
20 minutes
30 minutes
40 minutes
What is one of the reasons patients must wait before eating or drinking after a TEE?
To prevent nausea
To prevent choking
To prevent dizziness
To prevent infection
What is one of the advantages of TEE over TTE in terms of resolution?
Lower frequency range
Higher frequency range
Less depth range
Greater depth range
Why does TEE have less attenuation compared to TTE?
It is placed outside the body
It uses lower frequency ultrasound
It is placed within the esophagus and stomach
It uses higher amplitude sound waves
What does TEE stand for?
Transesophageal Echocardiogram
Transesophageal Electrocardiogram
Transthoracic Echocardiogram
Transthoracic Electrocardiogram
Which of the following is a disadvantage of Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)?
Non-invasive procedure
Less expensive
Requires continuous nursing care
No additional materials needed
What is a potential risk associated with TEE?
Pharyngeal trauma
Skin rash
Hair loss
Muscle cramps
What should be avoided to reduce patient anxiety before a TEE procedure?
Showing the patient the probe beforehand
Explaining the procedure
Providing sedation
Offering reassurance
What does continuous nursing care during and after a TEE exam require?
General anesthesia
Conscious sedation
No sedation
Local anesthesia
Which of the following is NOT a complication of TEE?
Gastric trauma
Dental injuries
Dysrhythmias
Skin irritation
Which of the following is a sedative used during a TEE?
Narcan
Romazicon
Versed
Phentenol
What type of anesthesia spray is mentioned for topical oropharyngeal use?
Lidocaine
Phentenol
Versed
Narcan
Which of the following is NOT listed as a patient-specific information required for a TEE?
Bleeding disorders
Medications
Allergies
Family history
What is the function of the handle with deflection control wheels on a TEE probe?
To measure blood pressure
To manipulate the distal tip of the probe
To monitor heart rate
To inject saline
Which type of TEE probe is used today and allows array rotation?
Single Plane
Biplane TEE
Omni plane TEE
Linear TEE
What is used to track the exact position of the TEE probe on the monitor?
Array Rotation Gauge
Frequency Modulator
Position Tracker
Echo Locator
Which type of TEE probe is identical to the adult probe but has a smaller diameter, higher frequency, and is more flexible?
Pediatric
Multiplan Micro
Transnasal
Omni plane
Which TEE probe can be used without sedation and is inserted via the nose?
Pediatric
Multiplan Micro
Transnasal
Omni plane
What is the depth range for the Upper Esophageal (UE) view in TEE?
10-15 cm
20-25 cm
30-40 cm
40-50 cm
Which view in TEE is accessed via the stomach?
Upper Esophageal (UE)
Midesophageal (ME)
Transgastric (TG)
Descending thoracic aorta
How many standard views are there in TEE?
10
15
20
25
Which of the following is NOT a general view in TEE?
LAX
SAX
4C
5C
What is one of the indications for TEE?
Evaluate blood pressure
Rule out/evaluate source of embolus
Measure cholesterol levels
Assess lung function
Which of the following is a use of transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) in evaluating heart conditions?
Evaluate liver function
Evaluate cardiomyopathies
Evaluate kidney function
Evaluate lung capacity
What is the goal of using TEE in patients with Afib prior to cardioversion?
To increase heart rate
To prevent potential embolic event/stroke
To decrease blood pressure
To improve lung function
Which of the following is the most common adult benign tumor evaluated by TEE?
Lipoma
Myxoma
Fibroma
Hemangioma
Where is myxoma typically found?
Right atrium
Left atrium
Right ventricle
Left ventricle
What is a common location for mural thrombus evaluated by TEE?
Right atrium
Left atrium
Right ventricle
Left ventricle apex
What is the purpose of agitating saline back and forth between two syringes in a Bubble Study?
To sterilize the saline
To create microbubbles
To mix medications
To warm the saline
What should be evaluated during a Bubble Study?
Blood pressure levels
Heart rate
Left-to-right shunts, bidirectional shunts, and right-to-left shunts
Oxygen levels
In a right-to-left positive bubble study, where do the bubbles pass from and to?
From the left heart to the right heart
From the right heart to the left heart
From the lungs to the heart
From the left atrium to the right atrium
What is a paradoxical embolus?
An embolus that originates in the arterial system
An embolus that travels from the left heart to the right heart
An embolus that originates in the venous system and travels to the left heart
An embolus that remains in the right heart
What does a perivalvular leak in a prosthetic valve involve?
Thrombus formation
Endocarditis
Leak involving sewing ring
Aortic aneurysm
In a transseptal procedure, a catheter is passed from the RA across to which chamber of the heart?
RV
LA
LV
SVC
What does the dilation or thickening of the myocardium cause?
pressure and/or volume overload
volume and/or pressure overload
volume and/or fluid overload
pressure and/or fluid overload
What is a common issue associated with valvular heart disease?
Regurgitation
Stenosis
Hypertension
Arrhythmia
What does increased preload cause?
Pressure overload
Volume overload
Decreased preload
Decreased afterload
What does stenosis cause?
Volume overload
Decreased preload
Pressure overload
Decreased afterload
Which of the following is a contraindication for Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)?
Stable respiratory status
Cooperative patient
Pathologic conditions of the esophagus
No GI disorders or bleeding
