ARRT Patient Care 2

Question 1

A patient arrives for a radiographic exam and states they are allergic to iodine. Which action should the radiologic technologist take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Notify the radiologist or ordering physician immediately

Answer

The radiologist or ordering physician must be notified immediately so they can determine the appropriate course of action, including whether premedication is needed.

Question 2

Which vital sign finding in an adult patient should be reported to the supervising clinician before proceeding with a routine radiographic exam?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute

Answer

A respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute is below the normal range (12-20) and indicates bradypnea, which warrants clinical notification.

Question 3

When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to the radiographic table, the wheelchair should be positioned at what angle relative to the table?

Accepted Answer

45 degrees

Answer

Positioning the wheelchair at approximately 45 degrees to the table allows the shortest, most controlled pivot transfer for the patient.

Question 4

A patient with a suspected C-spine injury is brought to the radiology department. Which method of moving the patient's head and neck is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Manual in-line stabilization at all times

Answer

Manual in-line stabilization of the cervical spine must be maintained at all times to prevent further injury until the injury is ruled out.

Question 5

What is the correct technique for removing contaminated gloves to prevent self-contamination?

Accepted Answer

Peel one glove inside-out from the wrist, then use bare fingers inside the second glove's wrist to remove it

Answer

The proper technique keeps contaminated outer surfaces folded inside during removal so bare skin never contacts the contaminated exterior.

(ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography Certification Practice Test

(ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography Certification Practice Test

ARRT Patient Care 2