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CPCT/A Patient Care Exam Test Prep - Question List

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21. Which of the following statements is true about implementing an advanced directive?
  1. The directive is applicable to a client who can understand and make choices.
  2. The physician has evaluated the wishes as expressed in the document to determine what the client may want or not want.
  3. The relatives will be given the legal right to decide for the client's condition.
  4. Advance directives mean do not resuscitate orders (DNRs).
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22. Anita overheard a co-worker saying that the nurse assigned to their floor is having an illicit affair with a physician. Anita then informs the supervisor of this information. Which of the following statements best describe the situation?
  1. Anita is doing her part in protecting a co-worker from gossip.
  2. Anita is eavesdropping and wants to clarify the whole matter with the supervisor.
  3. Anita wants the supervisor to intervene in this scandalous situation to protect the reputation of the her employer.
  4. Anita is participating in a gossip and is acting unprofessionally.
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23. If the agency wishes to do a background check on the newly hired patient care technician, who is the correct authority to provide such information?
  1. Previous employer
  2. The patient care technician Registry
  3. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987
  4. The National Council for State Boards of Nursing
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24. Kristine (RN) is orienting Shella, the new certified patient care technician, to the unit. Kristine mentions that sometimes culturally diverse clients who speak a different language are admitted to their unit. In communicating with these clients, Shella is aware that she should:
  1. Speak loudly and slowly.
  2. Stand close to the client and speak slowly.
  3. Ask an interpreter to facilitate communication.
  4. Speak to the client and family together to increase the chances that the topic will be understood.
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25. Which of the following statements is true about implementing an advanced directive?
  1. The directive is applicable to a client who can understand and make choices.
  2. The physician has evaluated the wishes as expressed in the document to determine what the client may want or not want.
  3. The relatives will be given the legal right to decide for the client’s condition.
  4. Advance directives mean do not resuscitate orders (DNRs).
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