Patient Care and Communication Questions and Answers Flashcards
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An agitated dementia patient is brought for a hip X-ray. What approach should be used?
Answer: Calm approach with simple instructions, involve caregiver, allow extra time, avoid arguing
Dementia patients need calm, simple communication with familiar caregiver involvement.
What is the CAMRT position on the technologist role in patient education?
Answer: Professional responsibility to educate about the procedure, radiation safety, and preparation within scope
Patient education is a core CAMRT competency within the MRT scope of practice.
A CT patient has an IV infusion through their only accessible vein. What should the technologist do?
Answer: Coordinate with nursing to assess options including pausing infusion, different site, or using existing line
Coordinate with nursing staff to safely manage competing IV access needs.
What radiation protection principles must a technologist explain to patients and families?
Answer: Time, distance, shielding, justification, and dose optimization
Explain the three pillars of protection along with justification and optimization concepts.
How should a technologist respond if a patient refuses a prescribed examination?
Answer: Respect their right, explore concerns, ensure they understand implications, document refusal, notify physician
Patient autonomy is fundamental. Explore concerns, ensure informed refusal, document, and notify.
What infection prevention measures apply when imaging a patient on contact precautions?
Answer: PPE (gown, gloves minimum), disinfect equipment, hand hygiene, appropriate scheduling
Contact precautions require PPE, equipment disinfection, hand hygiene, and scheduling considerations.