Question 1

Which of the following is LEAST important in the orientation of a new employee?

Options :

A : Developing a friendship with the orientee

B : Supervising and evaluating the orientee-s clinical performance

C : Adapting your teaching style to the orientee-s learning style

D : Reviewing unit policies and procedures with the orientee

Answer: A

Question 2

A patient with a predialysis temperature of 98.2° F (36.8° C) has a postdialysis temperature of 101.3° F (38.5° C). Evaluation of the change in temperature should include all of the following EXCEPT

Options :

A : obtaining an order for blood cultures from the patient.

B : dialysate cultures from the machine.

C : testing for residual disinfectant from the machine.

D : checking the dialysate temperature with an external device.

Answer: D

Question 3

Which of the following is the BEST reason to check a patient's temperature before beginning hemodialysis?

Options :

A : Check for early signs of infection

B : Complete the predialysis assessment sheet

C : Prevent complications during the treatment

D : Make the staff aware of the need for isolation

Answer: A

Question 4

Induration at the site of a tuberculin skin test (TST) means that a person

Options :

A : was exposed to tuberculosis.

B : was exposed to hepatitis.

C : has shingles.

D : has Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Answer: A

Question 5

How far should the sternum of an adult be depressed during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) compressions?

Options :

A : 1/2-1 inch

B : 1 1/2-2 inches

C : 2 1/2-3 inches

D : 3-3 1/2 inches

Answer: B