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Technician in Surgery TS-C Practice Test

Category - Communication

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Which of the following actions is most likely to communicate a clear and effective message from the tech to the patient?
  1. Using medical terminology around the patient to instill confidence in the tech’s knowledge.
  2. Providing discharge instructions when a patient and their family are packed and waiting to go home.
  3. Educating the patient about a hysterectomy upon admission and while in the post-surgical unit.
  4. Teaching a patient about caring for their incision site when they are moved into the PACU.
Explanation
Answer: C-Educating the patient about a hysterectomy upon admission and while in the post-surgical unit is most likely to communicate a clear and effective message from the tech to the patient. Communication and teaching must be performed using methods the patient can understand. Additionally, the patient must be in a position to receive the information: not rushed for time or managing pain after a procedure.
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