Assisting in a Medical Facility Flashcards
6 cards from real PCT practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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When answering a call light, the PCT should first:
Answer: Respond promptly and identify the patient's need
Prompt response to call lights is essential for patient safety and satisfaction, and identifying the need allows appropriate action.
Proper body mechanics when lifting a heavy object include:
Answer: Bending at the knees, keeping the back straight, and holding the object close to the body
Using leg muscles while maintaining a straight back and keeping the load close minimizes spinal stress and prevents back injuries.
The PCT's role in maintaining a safe patient environment includes:
Answer: Keeping pathways clear, spills cleaned up, and call lights within reach
Environmental safety is a core PCT responsibility that directly prevents falls, injuries, and hospital-acquired infections.
When admitting a new patient, the PCT should:
Answer: Orient the patient to the room, explain how to use the call light, and obtain baseline vital signs
Room orientation and baseline vital signs are core PCT admission responsibilities that ensure patient comfort and establish a health baseline.
HIPAA regulations require the PCT to:
Answer: Protect patient privacy by only accessing information needed for their care duties
The minimum necessary standard requires healthcare workers to access only the patient information needed to perform their specific job duties.
When transporting a patient in a wheelchair, the PCT should:
Answer: Walk at a safe pace, lock the wheels during transfers, and back into elevators
Safe wheelchair transport requires controlled speed, locked wheels during transfers to prevent rolling, and backing into elevators for safe exit.