EKG
A PCT should identify that which of the following is the standard paper speed for a 12 lead EKG?
25 mm/sec
A PCT is collecting blood from a patient who states "I feel light-headed" What action should the PCT take?
A PCT sustains a needlestick injury. What action should the PCT take first?
wash the site with an antimicrobial soap and water
Where should the V5 lead be placed?
Anterior Axillary line on the same horizontal level as V4
PCT is performing a capillary blood specimen collection on a 11-month-old infant. What device should the technician use?
Disposable Lancet
Minimum time for hand washing?
20 seconds
A PCT is caring for a patient who is experiencing cardiopulmonary compromise. Which structure of the cardiac conduction system initiates the heartbeat?
Sinoatrial Node (SA node)
The PCT collects a specimen in an EDTA tube, but the specimen clots. The pct should identify that this was caused by?
The collection tube was past its expiration date
The PCT is taking care of a patient with Clostridium Difficile (C. difficile). What personal protective equipment should the PCT wear?
Gown and gloves
A PCT identifies P waves are present, but there are missing QRS complexes on a patient's EKG tracing. What action should the PCT take first?
Report the rhythm to the nurse
Order of draw?
Blood culture, light blue, red, gray
When removing PPE what should the PCT remove first?
Gloves
A PCT is performing a 12 lead EKG. What should the technician note as dysrhythmia?
3 different P wave configurations in one lead.
The PCT is placing a label on an evacuated tube. What action should the PCT take?
Apply the label immediately following the venipuncture
A PCT is assisting a patient to use a bedpan. What indicates an understanding of standard precautions?
Performing hand hygiene and donning a clean pair of gloves