RPSGT Professional Standards & Ethics 3

Question 1

What is the minimum number of continuing education credits an RPSGT must earn per recertification cycle?

Accepted Answer

30 CECs

Answer

The BRPT requires 30 continuing education credits per 5-year recertification cycle to maintain the RPSGT credential.

Question 2

A patient confides that they are experiencing domestic violence. As an RPSGT, what is the appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Follow your facility's protocol for reporting and offer appropriate resources

Answer

Healthcare professionals should follow facility protocols, which typically involve offering resources and involving social services or mandated reporting where applicable.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'scope of practice' for an RPSGT?

Accepted Answer

Tasks defined by state laws, employer policies, and professional standards

Answer

Scope of practice is defined by a combination of state regulations, employer policies, professional standards, and the technologist's training and competency.

Question 4

During a study, a patient becomes agitated and physically threatens the technologist. The first priority should be:

Accepted Answer

Ensuring safety for both the patient and staff, then following facility protocol

Answer

Safety of both patients and staff is always the top priority; technologists should follow facility emergency and de-escalation protocols.

Question 5

An RPSGT notices a co-worker consistently arriving late and showing signs of impairment during night shifts. The ethical obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Address concerns through proper channels such as a supervisor or employee assistance program

Answer

Ethical duty includes protecting patient safety, which requires reporting impaired colleagues through appropriate channels.

RPSGT Exam Practice Test

RPSGT Exam Practice Test

RPSGT Professional Standards & Ethics 3