PCT Practice Test 1

Supporting the patient’s back and shoulders gently prevents falls and injury.

Acetaminophen is classified as a analgesic/antipyretic.

The correct storage for reconstituted antibiotics is: refrigerate and discard after 14 days.

Opioids is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.

Ondansetron is classified as a antiemetic.

Days supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 30 ÷ 3 = 10 days.

Warfarin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.

Furosemide is classified as a loop diuretic.

Days supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 180 ÷ 1 = 180 days.

HIPAA protects patient health information and requires proper authorization.

The correct storage for chemotherapy agents is: per manufacturer specifications with special handling.

Pantoprazole is classified as a proton pump inhibitor.

Concentrated Electrolytes is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.

The correct storage for vaccines is: refrigerate at 35-46°F.

Neuromuscular Blocking Agents is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.

Insulin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.

Oxygen saturation below 90% indicates hypoxemia requiring immediate nursing assessment. Normal oxygen saturation is 95-100% for healthy adults.

Blood cultures require sterile technique with betadine scrub followed by alcohol to prevent contamination that could lead to false positive results.

Patients have the right to refuse treatment. Document refusal, respect their decision and notify the nurse for further assessment and documentation.

V1 is placed at right sternal border 4th intercostal space; V2 is at left sternal border 4th intercostal space. These leads view the septal wall of the heart.

Daily cleaning around catheter insertion site with mild soap prevents urinary tract infections. Keep bag below bladder and empty when half full.

Always draw from arm opposite to IV infusion to prevent diluted or contaminated specimens that could affect test results.

ROM exercises maintain joint flexibility, prevent contractures, improve circulation (reducing clot risk) and can help prevent complications from immobility.

Always write down verbal orders and read back to confirm accuracy. This prevents miscommunication and ensures patient safety.

Bradycardia is heart rate below 60 beats per minute. Rate of 45 is significantly slow and may cause symptoms requiring medical intervention.

Amoxicillin is classified as a penicillin.

buprenorphine is classified as Schedule III under federal law.

HIPAA protects patient health information and requires proper authorization.

Proper insurance handling requires following established protocols.

The correct storage for insulin (unopened) is: refrigerate at 36-46°F.

Oxycodone is classified as a opioid analgesic.

codeine cough syrup is classified as Schedule V under federal law.

Levothyroxine is classified as a thyroid hormone.

Proper lifting uses leg muscles while keeping back straight and load close to body. This prevents back injury and reduces strain on spine.

C. difficile spreads by contact with contaminated surfaces requiring gloves and gown to prevent transmission through healthcare workers’ hands and clothing.

Hemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells) can result from mechanical trauma like small needles, vigorous mixing or drawing through IVs causing invalid test results.

Chest pain could indicate heart attack requiring immediate medical assessment. Time is critical for cardiac interventions to prevent permanent heart damage.

Medical records must be complete (all care provided) and objective (facts not opinions) for legal protection and continuity of care.

Muscle tremor creates thick irregular baseline making rhythm interpretation difficult. Have patient relax, warm them if cold, or use filters.

Log-rolling maintains spinal alignment by turning patient as single unit. Prevents further spinal cord injury during position changes.