Under standard precautions, gloves are required in which of the following situations?
a. moving patient furniture c. taking blood pressure
b. removing patient dietary trays d. handling medical instruments
ANSWER: D
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A) After a short immobilization device has been applied B) Only when directed to do so by medical control C) After a cervical collar has been applied D) When the patient is secured to a long backboard
You are called for an 8-year-old boy who has fallen. On scene the boy's mother states that he was running while flying a kite and tripped, striking his face on a rock. Assessment reveals a large reddish-blue lump with intact skin under his left eye. When alerting the hospital emergency department of your arrival, you should inform them that the patient has what type of injury?
A) Ecchymosis B) Hematoma C) Evisceration D) Contusion
Individuals who have an impaired level of understanding
A) should be ignored. B) will require you to speak louder than you usually do. C) should be cared for with dignity. D) depend on lip-reading skills to understand.
Which of the following will require adhering to infection control protocol for a semicritical object?
A) Lead apron and thyroid collar B) Control panel and timer selector C) Film mount and countertop D) Image receptor holder