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CPCT/A Patient Care Exam Test Prep

Category - Professional Responsibilities

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The supervisor is orienting newly hired patient care technicians to the policies of the facility and their job responsibilities. The supervisor reminds them that they can refuse to perform a task for any the following reasons except:
  1. The task is beyond the legal limits of your role.
  2. The task is not in your job description.
  3. You do not like the task.
  4. A nurse is not available to supervise you.
Explanation
Answer: C - The patient care technician has the right to say "no" in performing tasks even if delegated by a licensed nurse. Sometimes refusing to follow the nurse's directions is your right and duty. You should refuse to perform a task when:

-The task is beyond the legal limits of your role.
-The task is not in your job description.
-You are not prepared to perform the task.
-The task could harm the person.
-The person' condition has changed.
-You do not know how to use the supplies or equipment.
-Directions are unclear or inappropriate.
-Directions are unethical, illegal, or against agency policies.
-A nurse is not available for supervision.
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