UTC Patient Assessment & Documentation 5

Question 1

Which term correctly describes a patient who is lying face down on the examination table?

Accepted Answer

Prone

Answer

Prone position refers to the patient lying face down, which may be used for posterior renal or musculoskeletal imaging.

Question 2

When a sonographer documents 'patient tolerated procedure well,' what category of documentation does this represent?

Accepted Answer

Clinical/procedural outcome documentation

Answer

Noting patient tolerance is part of procedural outcome documentation, capturing the patient's response during and after the exam.

Question 3

A patient with a known latex allergy is scheduled for a transvaginal ultrasound. What accommodation is required?

Accepted Answer

Use a latex-free transducer cover and document the allergy

Answer

A latex-free probe cover must be used for patients with latex allergy to prevent an allergic reaction, and the allergy must be clearly documented.

Question 4

A patient's order states 'clinical indication: elevated PSA.' Which organ is the primary focus of this ultrasound study?

Accepted Answer

Prostate gland

Answer

PSA (prostate-specific antigen) is a biomarker for prostate pathology; an elevated PSA is the most common indication for a transrectal prostate ultrasound.

Question 5

Which of the following best defines 'point of care' ultrasound documentation requirements?

Accepted Answer

A formal written report, image storage, and physician oversight must be documented

Answer

Point of care ultrasound still requires a formal report, image archiving, and documentation of physician oversight to meet medicolegal and accreditation standards.

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UTC Patient Assessment & Documentation 5