MCQ Flashcards

A patient is on a 1,500 mL fluid restriction for 24 hours. They have already consumed 900 mL by 2 PM. How much fluid may the patient have for the rest of the day?

Answer: 600 mL

1,500 mL minus 900 mL consumed equals 600 mL remaining for the rest of the day.

Which Fowler's position places the head of the bed at 30–45 degrees?

Answer: Semi-Fowler's

Semi-Fowler's position elevates the head of the bed to 30–45 degrees and is commonly used to reduce aspiration risk.

A patient's pulse oximetry reading drops to 91% on room air. The PCT should FIRST:

Answer: Notify the nurse immediately

An SpO2 of 91% is below the normal threshold and requires immediate nurse notification before any intervention.

Under HIPAA, a PCT may share a patient's protected health information (PHI) with:

Answer: A nurse on the same care team treating that patient

PHI may be shared with members of the care team directly involved in treating the patient (treatment exception).

Which of the following is a correct technique when performing passive range-of-motion exercises?

Answer: Support the limb proximally and distally and move slowly to the point of resistance

Supporting the limb above and below the joint while moving slowly to the point of resistance prevents injury.

When obtaining a patient's weight using a standing scale, which action ensures accuracy?

Answer: Zero the scale before the patient steps on and have them remove shoes

Zeroing the scale and removing footwear ensures an accurate weight measurement free from clothing or equipment artifacts.

A diabetic patient reports feeling shaky, sweaty, and confused. The PCT suspects hypoglycemia. The FIRST action should be:

Answer: Perform a bedside glucose check and notify the nurse

Confirming hypoglycemia with a glucose check and immediately notifying the nurse is the priority before any intervention.