This is the free PCT Practice Test 1 in our series of six Practice Tests. It comprises 40 multiple-choice questions covers all the domain that include Direct Patient Care , Professional Responsibilities , Safety and Infection Control , Phlebotomy and ECG/EKG with in-depth explanations.
These free PCT Practice questions are designed to assist you in preparing for Your Patient Care Technician certification examination.
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Questions: Multiple choice with 4 options (A, B, C, D)
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- Question 1 of 40
1. Question
Which of these is the safest way to help a patient sit up in bed?
CorrectSupporting the patient’s back and shoulders gently prevents falls and injury.
IncorrectSupporting the patient’s back and shoulders gently prevents falls and injury.
- Question 2 of 40
2. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Acetaminophen. This medication belongs to which drug class?
CorrectAcetaminophen is classified as a analgesic/antipyretic.
IncorrectAcetaminophen is classified as a analgesic/antipyretic.
- Question 3 of 40
3. Question
What is the proper storage requirement for reconstituted antibiotics?
CorrectThe correct storage for reconstituted antibiotics is: refrigerate and discard after 14 days.
IncorrectThe correct storage for reconstituted antibiotics is: refrigerate and discard after 14 days.
- Question 4 of 40
4. Question
Which safety precaution is most important when handling opioids?
CorrectOpioids is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
IncorrectOpioids is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
- Question 5 of 40
5. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Ondansetron. This medication belongs to which drug class?
CorrectOndansetron is classified as a antiemetic.
IncorrectOndansetron is classified as a antiemetic.
- Question 6 of 40
6. Question
A prescription is written for 30 tablets with directions ‘Take 1 tablet 3 time(s) daily’. What is the days supply?
CorrectDays supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 30 ÷ 3 = 10 days.
IncorrectDays supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 30 ÷ 3 = 10 days.
- Question 7 of 40
7. Question
A patient on warfarin therapy should be counseled about which important safety consideration?
CorrectWarfarin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
IncorrectWarfarin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
- Question 8 of 40
8. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Furosemide. This medication belongs to which drug class?
CorrectFurosemide is classified as a loop diuretic.
IncorrectFurosemide is classified as a loop diuretic.
- Question 9 of 40
9. Question
A prescription is written for 180 tablets with directions ‘Take 1 tablet 1 time(s) daily’. What is the days supply?
CorrectDays supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 180 ÷ 1 = 180 days.
IncorrectDays supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 180 ÷ 1 = 180 days.
- Question 10 of 40
10. Question
When can patient information be disclosed without authorization?
CorrectHIPAA protects patient health information and requires proper authorization.
IncorrectHIPAA protects patient health information and requires proper authorization.
- Question 11 of 40
11. Question
What is the proper storage requirement for chemotherapy agents?
CorrectThe correct storage for chemotherapy agents is: per manufacturer specifications with special handling.
IncorrectThe correct storage for chemotherapy agents is: per manufacturer specifications with special handling.
- Question 12 of 40
12. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Pantoprazole. This medication belongs to which drug class?
CorrectPantoprazole is classified as a proton pump inhibitor.
IncorrectPantoprazole is classified as a proton pump inhibitor.
- Question 13 of 40
13. Question
Which safety precaution is most important when handling concentrated electrolytes?
CorrectConcentrated Electrolytes is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
IncorrectConcentrated Electrolytes is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
- Question 14 of 40
14. Question
What is the proper storage requirement for vaccines?
CorrectThe correct storage for vaccines is: refrigerate at 35-46°F.
IncorrectThe correct storage for vaccines is: refrigerate at 35-46°F.
- Question 15 of 40
15. Question
Which safety precaution is most important when handling neuromuscular blocking agents?
CorrectNeuromuscular Blocking Agents is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
IncorrectNeuromuscular Blocking Agents is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
- Question 16 of 40
16. Question
When dispensing insulin, which safety measure is most critical to prevent medication errors?
CorrectInsulin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
IncorrectInsulin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
- Question 17 of 40
17. Question
A patient’s oxygen saturation is 88% on room air. You should:
CorrectOxygen saturation below 90% indicates hypoxemia requiring immediate nursing assessment. Normal oxygen saturation is 95-100% for healthy adults.
IncorrectOxygen saturation below 90% indicates hypoxemia requiring immediate nursing assessment. Normal oxygen saturation is 95-100% for healthy adults.
- Question 18 of 40
18. Question
When collecting blood cultures, the skin prep should include:
CorrectBlood cultures require sterile technique with betadine scrub followed by alcohol to prevent contamination that could lead to false positive results.
IncorrectBlood cultures require sterile technique with betadine scrub followed by alcohol to prevent contamination that could lead to false positive results.
- Question 19 of 40
19. Question
A patient refuses a procedure you need to perform. You should:
CorrectPatients have the right to refuse treatment. Document refusal, respect their decision and notify the nurse for further assessment and documentation.
IncorrectPatients have the right to refuse treatment. Document refusal, respect their decision and notify the nurse for further assessment and documentation.
- Question 20 of 40
20. Question
Leads V1 and V2 are placed:
CorrectV1 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.
IncorrectV1 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.
- Question 21 of 40
21. Question
When caring for a patient with a catheter you should:
CorrectDaily cleaning around catheter insertion site with mild soap prevents urinary tract infections. Keep bag below bladder and empty when half full.
IncorrectDaily cleaning around catheter insertion site with mild soap prevents urinary tract infections. Keep bag below bladder and empty when half full.
- Question 22 of 40
22. Question
If a patient has an IV in the right arm you should:
CorrectAlways draw from arm opposite to IV infusion to prevent diluted or contaminated specimens that could affect test results.
IncorrectAlways draw from arm opposite to IV infusion to prevent diluted or contaminated specimens that could affect test results.
- Question 23 of 40
23. Question
Range of motion exercises help prevent:
CorrectROM exercises maintain joint flexibility, prevent contractures, improve circulation (reducing clot risk) and can help prevent complications from immobility.
IncorrectROM exercises maintain joint flexibility, prevent contractures, improve circulation (reducing clot risk) and can help prevent complications from immobility.
- Question 24 of 40
24. Question
When receiving verbal orders from a nurse you should:
CorrectAlways write down verbal orders and read back to confirm accuracy. This prevents miscommunication and ensures patient safety.
IncorrectAlways write down verbal orders and read back to confirm accuracy. This prevents miscommunication and ensures patient safety.
- Question 25 of 40
25. Question
A heart rate of 45 beats per minute is called:
CorrectBradycardia is heart rate below 60 beats per minute. Rate of 45 is significantly slow and may cause symptoms requiring medical intervention.
IncorrectBradycardia is heart rate below 60 beats per minute. Rate of 45 is significantly slow and may cause symptoms requiring medical intervention.
- Question 26 of 40
26. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Amoxicillin. This medication belongs to which drug class?
CorrectAmoxicillin is classified as a penicillin.
IncorrectAmoxicillin is classified as a penicillin.
- Question 27 of 40
27. Question
Under the Controlled Substances Act, buprenorphine is classified as which schedule?
Correctbuprenorphine is classified as Schedule III under federal law.
Incorrectbuprenorphine is classified as Schedule III under federal law.
- Question 28 of 40
28. Question
When can patient information be disclosed without authorization?
CorrectHIPAA protects patient health information and requires proper authorization.
IncorrectHIPAA protects patient health information and requires proper authorization.
- Question 29 of 40
29. Question
A patient’s copay is $25 but they can only pay $15. What is the appropriate action?
CorrectProper insurance handling requires following established protocols.
IncorrectProper insurance handling requires following established protocols.
- Question 30 of 40
30. Question
What is the proper storage requirement for insulin (unopened)?
CorrectThe correct storage for insulin (unopened) is: refrigerate at 36-46°F.
IncorrectThe correct storage for insulin (unopened) is: refrigerate at 36-46°F.
- Question 31 of 40
31. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Oxycodone. This medication belongs to which drug class?
CorrectOxycodone is classified as a opioid analgesic.
IncorrectOxycodone is classified as a opioid analgesic.
- Question 32 of 40
32. Question
Under the Controlled Substances Act, codeine cough syrup is classified as which schedule?
Correctcodeine cough syrup is classified as Schedule V under federal law.
Incorrectcodeine cough syrup is classified as Schedule V under federal law.
- Question 33 of 40
33. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Levothyroxine. This medication belongs to which drug class?
CorrectLevothyroxine is classified as a thyroid hormone.
IncorrectLevothyroxine is classified as a thyroid hormone.
- Question 34 of 40
34. Question
Proper body mechanics when lifting includes:
CorrectProper lifting uses leg muscles while keeping back straight and load close to body. This prevents back injury and reduces strain on spine.
IncorrectProper lifting uses leg muscles while keeping back straight and load close to body. This prevents back injury and reduces strain on spine.
- Question 35 of 40
35. Question
Contact precautions would be used for a patient with:
CorrectC. difficile spreads by contact with contaminated surfaces requiring gloves and gown to prevent transmission through healthcare workers’ hands and clothing.
IncorrectC. difficile spreads by contact with contaminated surfaces requiring gloves and gown to prevent transmission through healthcare workers’ hands and clothing.
- Question 36 of 40
36. Question
Hemolysis of blood specimens can be caused by:
CorrectHemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells) can result from mechanical trauma like small needles, vigorous mixing or drawing through IVs causing invalid test results.
IncorrectHemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells) can result from mechanical trauma like small needles, vigorous mixing or drawing through IVs causing invalid test results.
- Question 37 of 40
37. Question
A patient reports chest pain. Your first action should be:
CorrectChest pain could indicate heart attack requiring immediate medical assessment. Time is critical for cardiac interventions to prevent permanent heart damage.
IncorrectChest pain could indicate heart attack requiring immediate medical assessment. Time is critical for cardiac interventions to prevent permanent heart damage.
- Question 38 of 40
38. Question
Documentation should be:
CorrectMedical records must be complete (all care provided) and objective (facts not opinions) for legal protection and continuity of care.
IncorrectMedical records must be complete (all care provided) and objective (facts not opinions) for legal protection and continuity of care.
- Question 39 of 40
39. Question
Muscle tremor artifact appears as:
CorrectMuscle tremor creates thick irregular baseline making rhythm interpretation difficult. Have patient relax, warm them if cold, or use filters.
IncorrectMuscle tremor creates thick irregular baseline making rhythm interpretation difficult. Have patient relax, warm them if cold, or use filters.
- Question 40 of 40
40. Question
When repositioning a patient with a spinal injury you should:
CorrectLog-rolling maintains spinal alignment by turning patient as single unit. Prevents further spinal cord injury during position changes.
IncorrectLog-rolling maintains spinal alignment by turning patient as single unit. Prevents further spinal cord injury during position changes.
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