(1)
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI, USA
(2)
University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse, LaCrosse, WI, USA
Keywords
Contrast reactionCPRCultureHospice careNonverbal communicationPatient educationPatient transportSide effectsVerbal communicationVital signsQuestions
1.
The use of verbal communication between a patient and caregiver may be affected by:
A.
Patient’s hearing ability
B.
Caregiver educational level
C.
Patient’s ability to understand English
D.
A and B
E.
A and C
F.
A, B and C
2.
The use of facial expressions, gestures, and proxemics to communicate is categorized as:
A.
Verbal communication
B.
Written communication
C.
Nonverbal communication
D.
Physical communication
3.
Race de scribes:
A.
Learned behaviors passed on from one generation to the next in a specific society
B.
Persons having similar physical characteristics
C.
Definition of health and illness
D.
A and B
E.
B and C
4.
Which of the following is not affected by a patient’s cultural background?
A.
Communication patterns
B.
Access to healthcare
C.
Method of treatment of different diseases
D.
All of the above are affected
5.
According to Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, the final stage of dealing with death/loss is
A.
Bargaining
B.
Denial
C.
Anger
D.
Acceptance
6.
Which of the following behaviors are helpful when speaking with patients who are hard of hearing? (Choose all correct answers).
A.
Yell at patient
B.
Speak slower
C.
Face patient when speaking
D.
Only use written communication
7.
Which group of children learns by playing?
A.
Infants
B.
Tod dlers
C.
School age
D.
Adolescents
8.
Decreased fear and anxiety and increased patient compliance can be achieved by:
A.
Informal consent
B.
Patient education
C.
Joint Commission Accreditation
D.
Privacy
9.
When providing patient education to the patient, which of the following is not necessary?
A.
Necessary preparation for procedure
B.
The simulation or treatment process, including explanation of purpose of procedure and mechanics of the procedure
C.
P rovider’s education and background
D.
Length of the procedure
10.
What is a normal rectal temperature?
A.
97.6 °F
B.
98.6 °F
C.
99.6 °F
D.
100.6 °F
11.
If measuring a patient’s respirations , which of the following would be within normal limits?
A.
10 breaths per minute
B.
16 breaths per minute
C.
20 breaths per minute
D.
26 breaths per minute
12.
If measuring a patient’s pulse, which of the following would be within normal limits?
A.
50 beats per minute
B.
80 beats per minute
C.
50 beats per second
D.
80 beats per second
13.
Blood pressure is measured using a(n):
A.
Oximeter
B.
Barometer
C.
Sphygmomanometer
D.
Ecg lead
14.
A normal value for diastolic blood pressure is:
A.
30 mmHg
B.
60 mmHg
C.
90 mmHg
D.
All of the above are within normal limits
15.
Acute side effects are those that last for ___ or less:
A.
18 months
B.
12 months
C.
6 months
D.
1 month
16.
The severity of a patient’s side effects depends on:
A.
Area treated
B.
Volume of organ treated
C.
Calendar month patient is treated in
D.
A and B
E.
A, B, C
17.
Which of the following is not a general side effect ?
A.
Skin reaction
B.
Fatigue
C.
Diarrhea
D.
Anorexia
18.
A Stage III skin reaction would be characterized by:
A.
Dry desquamation
B.
Moist desquamation
C.
Necrosis
D.
Erythema
19.
Which of the following is not an example of a chronic radiation side effect of the skin ?
A.
Dry desquamation
B.
Fibrosis
C.
Lymphedema
D.
Telangiectasia
20.
In order to minimize skin reactions , patients undergoing radiation therapy should avoid (Choose all correct answers):
A.
Sun and wind exposure to treatment site
B.
Moisturizers containing alcohol
C.
Mild cleansers
21.
Extreme tiredness, difficulty being able to continue normal activities of daily living or work, and muscle weakness can be described as:
A.
Sepsis
B.
Anorexia
C.
Fatigue
D.
Cachexia
22.
Lack of appetite is defined as:
A.
Marasmus
B.
Anorexia
C.
Kwashiorkor
D.
Fatigue
23.
Temporary alopecia can be seen in doses around:
A.
5 Gy
B.
15 Gy
C.
35 Gy
D.
55 Gy
24.
Treatment of pneumonitis may include the use of:
A.
Antibiotics
B.
Antiviral drugs
C.
Humidifier
D.
Antiemetic
25.
Destruction of epithelial cells in the stomach results in ______, and begins at doses around______.
A.
Diarrhea, 1000–2000 cGy
B.
Nausea, 1000–2000 cGy
C.
Diarrhea, 2000–3000 cGy
D.
Nausea, 2000–3000 cGy
26.
Which of the following is not a treatment for nausea and vomiting?
A.
Eating small meals
B.
Eating bland foods
C.
Eating cold foods
D.
Eating spicy foods
27.
Destruction of the intestinal villi results in:
A.
Diarrhea
B.
Vomiting
C.
Erythema
D.
All of the above
28.
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Which of the following is not recommended for patients following a low-residue diet ?
A.
Whole-wheat products
B.
Cooked vegetables
C.
Low-fat dairy
D.
Lean protein (poultry)
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