This is the PCT Practice Test 2 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
Hand sanitizer is NOT effective against:
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Alcohol-based sanitizers don’t kill C. difficile spores requiring soap and water handwashing. Spores are resistant to alcohol and other standard disinfectants.
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Alcohol-based sanitizers don’t kill C. difficile spores requiring soap and water handwashing. Spores are resistant to alcohol and other standard disinfectants.
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Question 2 of 40
2. Question
The proper order of draw for multiple tubes is:
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Order of draw prevents cross-contamination between tube additives: blood cultures first, then non-additive tubes, then additive tubes in specific sequence.
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Order of draw prevents cross-contamination between tube additives: blood cultures first, then non-additive tubes, then additive tubes in specific sequence.
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Question 3 of 40
3. Question
Pressure ulcers most commonly develop over:
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Pressure ulcers form over bony prominences like heels, tailbone, hips and elbows where pressure restricts blood flow to tissues.
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Pressure ulcers form over bony prominences like heels, tailbone, hips and elbows where pressure restricts blood flow to tissues.
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Question 4 of 40
4. Question
The QRS complex represents:
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QRS complex represents ventricular depolarization (contraction). It’s normally narrow (less than 0.12 seconds) and follows each P wave in normal rhythm.
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QRS complex represents ventricular depolarization (contraction). It’s normally narrow (less than 0.12 seconds) and follows each P wave in normal rhythm.
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Question 5 of 40
5. Question
If you make an error in documentation you should:
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Correct documentation errors with single line through mistake, write ‘error’ and initial. This maintains legal record while showing correction was made.
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Correct documentation errors with single line through mistake, write ‘error’ and initial. This maintains legal record while showing correction was made.
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Question 6 of 40
6. Question
Signs of dehydration include:
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Dehydration causes decreased urine output (oliguria) as kidneys conserve fluid. Other signs include dry mouth, poor skin turgor and low blood pressure.
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Dehydration causes decreased urine output (oliguria) as kidneys conserve fluid. Other signs include dry mouth, poor skin turgor and low blood pressure.
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Question 7 of 40
7. Question
Isolation gowns should be:
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Isolation gowns must be removed before leaving patient room and disposed of properly to prevent carrying pathogens to other areas.
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Isolation gowns must be removed before leaving patient room and disposed of properly to prevent carrying pathogens to other areas.
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Question 8 of 40
8. Question
A CBC (complete blood count) requires which tube:
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CBC requires EDTA anticoagulant found in lavender/purple topped tubes to prevent clotting while preserving cell morphology for counting and analysis.
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CBC requires EDTA anticoagulant found in lavender/purple topped tubes to prevent clotting while preserving cell morphology for counting and analysis.
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Question 9 of 40
9. Question
When using mechanical lifts always:
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Mechanical lifts require minimum two people for safety – one to operate controls, one to guide patient and ensure proper positioning during transfer.
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Mechanical lifts require minimum two people for safety – one to operate controls, one to guide patient and ensure proper positioning during transfer.
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Question 10 of 40
10. Question
Normal PR interval should be:
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Normal PR interval is 0.12-0.20 seconds representing time for electrical impulse to travel from atria through AV node to ventricles.
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Normal PR interval is 0.12-0.20 seconds representing time for electrical impulse to travel from atria through AV node to ventricles.
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Question 11 of 40
11. Question
Chain of command means:
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Chain of command provides structure for communication and problem-solving. Start with immediate supervisor before escalating to higher levels.
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Chain of command provides structure for communication and problem-solving. Start with immediate supervisor before escalating to higher levels.
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Question 12 of 40
12. Question
Ostomy care includes:
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Ostomy care includes assessing stoma color (should be pink/red), checking for proper pouch seal and emptying when 1/3 full to prevent leaks.
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Ostomy care includes assessing stoma color (should be pink/red), checking for proper pouch seal and emptying when 1/3 full to prevent leaks.
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Question 13 of 40
13. Question
Sharps containers should be replaced when:
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Replace sharps containers when 3/4 full to prevent overfilling that could cause injuries when adding items or during disposal.
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Replace sharps containers when 3/4 full to prevent overfilling that could cause injuries when adding items or during disposal.
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Question 14 of 40
14. Question
Syncope during blood draw means patient is:
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Syncope means fainting. Stop procedure immediately, position patient lying down with feet elevated and monitor vital signs until recovery.
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Syncope means fainting. Stop procedure immediately, position patient lying down with feet elevated and monitor vital signs until recovery.
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Question 15 of 40
15. Question
Incentive spirometry should be performed:
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Post-operative patients should use incentive spirometer every hour while awake to prevent pneumonia and maintain lung expansion.
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Post-operative patients should use incentive spirometer every hour while awake to prevent pneumonia and maintain lung expansion.
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Question 16 of 40
16. Question
If leads keep falling off you should:
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Electrode adhesion improves with proper skin prep (alcohol cleaning), adequate gel and gentle pressure during application. Hair may need trimming.
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Electrode adhesion improves with proper skin prep (alcohol cleaning), adequate gel and gentle pressure during application. Hair may need trimming.
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Question 17 of 40
17. Question
Informed consent requires patient understand:
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Informed consent ensures patient understands procedure purpose, risks, benefits, alternatives and their right to refuse before agreeing to treatment.
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Informed consent ensures patient understands procedure purpose, risks, benefits, alternatives and their right to refuse before agreeing to treatment.
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Question 18 of 40
18. Question
TED hose should be:
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TED hose must be properly measured and fitted to provide correct compression. Improper fit can restrict circulation or be ineffective.
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TED hose must be properly measured and fitted to provide correct compression. Improper fit can restrict circulation or be ineffective.
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Question 19 of 40
19. Question
Personal protective equipment should be removed:
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PPE removal follows specific sequence (gloves, gown, mask/eyewear) to prevent contaminating clean clothes or skin during removal process.
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PPE removal follows specific sequence (gloves, gown, mask/eyewear) to prevent contaminating clean clothes or skin during removal process.
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Question 20 of 40
20. Question
Venipuncture site should be cleaned:
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Clean venipuncture site in circular motion from center outward to avoid bringing bacteria from surrounding skin into puncture area.
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Clean venipuncture site in circular motion from center outward to avoid bringing bacteria from surrounding skin into puncture area.
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Question 21 of 40
21. Question
Catheter-associated infections can be prevented by:
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CAUTI prevention requires multiple interventions: daily cleaning, maintaining closed system, keeping bag dependent and removing catheter ASAP.
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CAUTI prevention requires multiple interventions: daily cleaning, maintaining closed system, keeping bag dependent and removing catheter ASAP.
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Question 22 of 40
22. Question
Atrial fibrillation appears as:
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Atrial fibrillation shows irregularly irregular rhythm without discernible P waves due to chaotic atrial electrical activity and variable AV conduction.
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Atrial fibrillation shows irregularly irregular rhythm without discernible P waves due to chaotic atrial electrical activity and variable AV conduction.
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Question 23 of 40
23. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Escitalopram. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Escitalopram is classified as a SSRI.
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Escitalopram is classified as a SSRI.
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Question 24 of 40
24. Question
Which safety precaution is most important when handling neuromuscular blocking agents?
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Neuromuscular Blocking Agents is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
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Neuromuscular Blocking Agents is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
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Question 25 of 40
25. Question
What is the proper storage requirement for nitroglycerin tablets?
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The correct storage for nitroglycerin tablets is: room temperature in original glass container.
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The correct storage for nitroglycerin tablets is: room temperature in original glass container.
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Question 26 of 40
26. Question
Under the Controlled Substances Act, tramadol is classified as which schedule?
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tramadol is classified as Schedule IV under federal law.
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tramadol is classified as Schedule IV under federal law.
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Question 27 of 40
27. Question
A patient’s insurance requires a prior authorization for their medication. What should the pharmacy technician do?
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Proper insurance handling requires following established protocols.
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Proper insurance handling requires following established protocols.
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Question 28 of 40
28. Question
A prescription is written for 120 tablets with directions ‘Take 1 tablet 3 time(s) daily’. What is the days supply?
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Days supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 120 ÷ 3 = 40 days.
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Days supply = Quantity ÷ Daily frequency = 120 ÷ 3 = 40 days.
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Question 29 of 40
29. Question
A patient’s insurance requires a prior authorization for their medication. What should the pharmacy technician do?
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Proper insurance handling requires following established protocols.
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Proper insurance handling requires following established protocols.
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Question 30 of 40
30. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Pioglitazone. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Pioglitazone is classified as a thiazolidinedione.
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Pioglitazone is classified as a thiazolidinedione.
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Question 31 of 40
31. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Amlodipine. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Amlodipine is classified as a calcium channel blocker.
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Amlodipine is classified as a calcium channel blocker.
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Question 32 of 40
32. Question
Which safety precaution is most important when handling heparin?
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Heparin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
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Heparin is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
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Question 33 of 40
33. Question
Under the Controlled Substances Act, diphenoxylate with atropine is classified as which schedule?
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diphenoxylate with atropine is classified as Schedule V under federal law.
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diphenoxylate with atropine is classified as Schedule V under federal law.
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Question 34 of 40
34. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Insulin Glargine. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Insulin Glargine is classified as a long-acting insulin.
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Insulin Glargine is classified as a long-acting insulin.
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Question 35 of 40
35. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Cephalexin. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Cephalexin is classified as a cephalosporin.
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Cephalexin is classified as a cephalosporin.
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Question 36 of 40
36. Question
What is the proper storage requirement for insulin (in use)?
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The correct storage for insulin (in use) is: room temperature up to 28 days.
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The correct storage for insulin (in use) is: room temperature up to 28 days.
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Question 37 of 40
37. Question
Which safety precaution is most important when handling concentrated electrolytes?
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Concentrated Electrolytes is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
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Concentrated Electrolytes is a high-alert medication requiring special safety measures.
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Question 38 of 40
38. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Glipizide. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Glipizide is classified as a sulfonylurea.
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Glipizide is classified as a sulfonylurea.
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Question 39 of 40
39. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Lithium. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Lithium is classified as a mood stabilizer.
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Lithium is classified as a mood stabilizer.
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Question 40 of 40
40. Question
A patient presents a prescription for Escitalopram. This medication belongs to which drug class?
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Escitalopram is classified as a SSRI.
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Escitalopram is classified as a SSRI.
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