EMG Patient Safety & Protocols

Question 1

Why is it important to review a patient’s medical history before an EMG test?

Accepted Answer

To identify contraindications and plan accordingly

Answer

To estimate test duration

Answer

To determine hair color

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To prepare billing documents

Question 2

Which practice helps prevent infection during needle EMG procedures?

Accepted Answer

Using sterile technique and clean equipment

Answer

Wearing sandals

Answer

Using expired electrodes

Answer

Avoiding gloves

Question 3

What should a technician do if a patient experiences pain during EMG?

Accepted Answer

Pause the test and evaluate the cause

Answer

Continue testing regardless

Answer

Ignore and record data

Answer

Remove all electrodes immediately

Question 4

Which patient population requires special consideration during EMG?

Accepted Answer

Pediatric and elderly patients

Answer

Middle-aged adults

Answer

Healthcare workers

Answer

Veterinary patients

Question 5

Why should clear communication be maintained during an EMG test?

Accepted Answer

To ensure cooperation and patient understanding

Answer

To shorten the test time

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To evaluate hearing ability

Answer

To test memory recall

Question 6

Which action is part of the post-procedure protocol in EMG testing?

Accepted Answer

Inspecting needle sites and providing instructions

Answer

Leaving electrodes in place

Answer

Disregarding patient questions

Answer

Sending the patient home without review