Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

Question

1. Radiologic technologists (RTs) are required to have a knowledge base on drug administration for procedures involving contrast media.
2. Radiologic technologists (RTs) are required to have a knowledge base on drug administration for common medications.
3. It is within the RTs scope of practice to make decisions regarding performance or nonperformance of a physician-ordered examination.
4. It is not the technologist’s responsibility to report pertinent patient information to the radiologist in the decision to continue or discontinue with an imaging procedure.
5. The RT is expected to know the normal ranges of all four vital signs and the procedures involved in obtaining accurate readings.

Answer 1

1. TRUE Radiographers must be able to recognize mild-to-severe contrast reactions and respond immediately.
2. TRUE Radiographers should be able to recognize and respond immediately and appropriately to the patient’s needs.
3. FALSE An RT does not decide whether or not to perform a physician-ordered examination.
4. FALSE The technologist has a duty to report all pertinent patient information to the radiologist.
5. TRUE The RT should be able to perform these patient skills to assist in a medical emergency.