Question 1

If a staff member is assigned to take care of an HBV antigen positive patient, they

Options :

A : take care of hepatitis B immunized patients at the same time.

B : simultaneously care tor HBV antibody negative patients.

C : take care only of HBV antigen positive patients for the day.

D : cannot take care of hepatitis antibody positive patients for the day.

Answer: C

Question 2

The BEST way to dispose of used blood tubing, dialyzers, and other blood-containing components is to

Options :

A :

place them in an impervious trash bag marked "Biohazardous" and follow institutional policy for disposal of hazardous waste.

B : double-bag them, mark the bag "Contaminated," and remove it from the unit as soon as possible.

C : bag them and place them in a trash can for daily disposal.

D : place them in a trash can and dispose of them daily.

Answer: B

Question 3

All of the following are likely contributing factors to frequent clotting of dialyzers on a machine EXCEPT

Options :

A : access recirculation

B : high ultrafiltration (UF).

C : high dialysate flow rate.

D : inadequate heparinization.

Answer: C

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

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