CCHT Patient Care 3

Question 1

What is the CCHT's responsibility when a patient expresses dissatisfaction with their care during treatment?

Accepted Answer

Listen empathetically, acknowledge their concerns, involve the charge nurse, and document the complaint and response

Answer

Patient complaints must be acknowledged respectfully, escalated to the charge nurse for resolution, and documented to track care quality and ensure follow-through.

Question 2

Which observation during hemodialysis treatment should prompt a CCHT to contact the overseeing nurse?

Accepted Answer

Patient develops new onset confusion or altered mental status during treatment

Answer

New onset confusion or altered mental status during dialysis may indicate dialysis disequilibrium, severe hypotension, hypo/hyperglycemia, or other serious conditions requiring immediate nursing assessment.

Question 3

How should a CCHT handle a situation where they are asked to perform a task outside their scope of practice?

Accepted Answer

Politely decline and notify the charge nurse that the task requires someone with appropriate credentials

Answer

CCHTs must practice within their defined scope; performing tasks outside their scope regardless of pressure creates patient safety risks and professional liability.

Question 4

A patient requests that a family member be present during dialysis treatment. What is the appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Facilitate the request in accordance with facility policy; patient rights support having support persons present

Answer

CMS ESRD patient rights include the right to have visitors present during treatment within reasonable facility guidelines, and this request should be honored.

Question 5

What is an important consideration when caring for a patient who is visually impaired during hemodialysis?

Accepted Answer

Orient the patient to equipment sounds and alarms, explain all procedures verbally, and ensure the environment is safe and consistent

Answer

Visually impaired patients need verbal orientation, explanations of all sounds and procedures, and a consistently arranged environment to support safety and reduce anxiety.

CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician Practice Test

CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician Practice Test

CCHT Patient Care 3