PCT Safety Procedures 3

Question 1

A patient's oxygen saturation drops to 88% while you are in the room. After applying oxygen as directed, what is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse immediately

Answer

Any significant change in a patient's condition, including oxygen saturation below normal, must be immediately reported to the nurse for clinical evaluation.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct order for donning (putting on) PPE?

Accepted Answer

Gown, mask, goggles, gloves

Answer

The CDC-recommended order for donning PPE is gown first, then mask/respirator, then goggles/face shield, and finally gloves last.

Question 3

A PCT receives a verbal report that a patient has a latex allergy. The room should be prepared with:

Accepted Answer

Latex-free gloves and latex-free supplies throughout

Answer

All latex-containing products — including gloves, tubing, and equipment — must be removed and replaced with latex-free alternatives for patients with latex allergy.

Question 4

When transporting a patient on airborne precautions, the patient must wear a:

Accepted Answer

Surgical mask

Answer

During transport, a patient on airborne precautions wears a surgical mask to contain droplet nuclei, while the PCT wears an N95 respirator.

Question 5

A patient tells you they are feeling dizzy and their call light was not answered. They got up without assistance and are now standing at the bedside. You should:

Accepted Answer

Have the patient sit on the bed edge and stay with them

Answer

Keep the patient stable and supervised at the bedside; leaving them standing alone increases fall risk, and pulling their arm could cause injury.

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PCT Safety Procedures 3