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CPCT/A Patient Care Exam Test Prep - Question List

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46. The physician requests a pair of sterile scissors. A pair of scissors found at the bedside is in an original factory wrapping that has been opened but taped closed again. Which of the following should the patient care technician do?
  1. Check the hospital policy manual regarding use of opened supplies.
  2. Obtain a pair of sterile scissors that have not been opened.
  3. Provide the scissors to the physician because they are available and probably have not been used.
  4. Question another patient care technician regarding the sterility of the scissors found at the table.
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47. After emptying urine from the bedpan of a client whose urinary output is being monitored, what should you do next?
  1. Wash hands thoroughly.
  2. Apply a clean pair of gloves.
  3. Report the amount of urine to the nurse.
  4. Document the amount and characteristic of urine in the chart.
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48. Which term refers to the process through which the human body attempts to maintain internal stability in response to stimuli disturbing its normal condition?
  1. Hemostasis.
  2. Hemolysis.
  3. Homeostasis.
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49. Phil is selecting a vein for venipuncture. After applying a tourniquet, and palpating the vein, he is sure he has found a suitable vein. The chosen vein feels very big and cord-like. Has Phil made a good choice?
  1. Yes
  2. No
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50. For which of the following test(s) should alcohol wipes NOT be used when drawing samples?
  1. ETOH level
  2. Complete blood count
  3. Blood cultures
  4. A and C
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