Radiography Exam Professional Standards & Competencies 2

Question 1

Which organization grants primary certification for radiographers in the United States?

Accepted Answer

ARRT

Answer

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) grants the primary national certification (R.T.(R)) for radiographers in the United States after successful examination.

Question 2

The ARRT Standards of Ethics includes which two primary components?

Accepted Answer

Code of Ethics and Rules of Ethics

Answer

The ARRT Standards of Ethics consists of the Code of Ethics (aspirational principles) and the Rules of Ethics (enforceable standards of conduct). Violations of the Rules of Ethics can result in certification revocation.

Question 3

A radiographer who performs computed tomography without additional CT certification from the ARRT may be:

Accepted Answer

Violating their scope of practice and state regulations

Answer

Performing CT without ARRT CT certification (R.T.(CT)) may violate state licensure laws and the radiographer's defined scope of practice. Many states explicitly require modality-specific credentials for CT practice.

Question 4

The Scope of Practice for radiographers is defined by:

Accepted Answer

ARRT standards, state licensing laws, and institutional policies

Answer

A radiographer's scope of practice is defined by a combination of ARRT standards, applicable state licensing laws, and the policies of the employing institution. No single source exclusively determines what a radiographer may perform.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of an intentional tort that a radiographer could commit?

Accepted Answer

Performing an exam on a patient without obtaining consent

Answer

Performing a procedure without consent constitutes battery (an intentional tort) because it is deliberate touching without permission. Negligence (unintentional) differs from intentional torts such as battery, assault, or false imprisonment.

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Radiography Exam Professional Standards & Competencies 2