CERTIFIED-HEMODIALYSIS-TECHNICIAN-CHT Online Practice Questions and Answers

Training of staff involved in the reprocessing of hemodialyzers, per Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards should include all of the following EXCEPT

A. microbiology with respect to aseptic technique, the collection of samples, and personal safety.

B. the consequences of not performing tasks properly.

C. how to speak with patients when getting dialyzer reuse consents signed.

D. the risks and hazards associated with multiple use of hemodialyzers.

Mechanical filtration of suspended particulate matter includes all of the following EXCEPT

A. carbon filters.

B. membrane filters.

C. cartridge filters.

D. sand and gravel filters.

Systematic rotation of stock is necessary in order to

A. provide easier access to supplies.

B. provide the most efficient use of the storage area.

C. prevent the use of expired stock.

D. maintain adequate supply levels.

The storage time of aqueous bicarbonate concentrate is limited because

A. bacterial growth may occur.

B. degassing of carbon dioxide solution.

C. old bicarbonate will affect ulrafiltration (UF).

D. bicarbonate growth causes leaching in the container.

The PRIMARY criterion for selecting a continuing education program is the

A. recommendation of a peer.

B. content relevance to work.

C. lecturer's recognition in the field.

D. number of coworkers attending the program.

The dialyis technician knows the purpose of using the rope ladder technique is to

A. prevent aneurysms.

B. prevent infiltrations.

C. prevent access infections.

D. decrease maturation time.

Reprocessed dialyzers may be disinfected in many ways, including chemical disinfection, heat disinfection, and others. When preparing dialyzers for patient use, which of the following is the proper procedure?

A. Always follow procedures specific to disinfectant type

B. Always fill the blood compartment before the dialysate compartment

C. Always fill the dialysate compartment before the blood compartment

D. Recirculate saline in the extracorporeal circuit before infusing it into the patent

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

A. was exposed to tuberculosis.

B. was exposed to hepatitis.

C. has shingles.

D. has Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Which of the following are symptoms of dialysis disequilibrium syndrome?

A. Cramps and diarrhea

B. Headache and vomiting

C. Hypertension and fever

D. Hypotension and hypovolemia

At the initiation of dialysis, the patient complains of pain and burning at the access area. The technician should immediately

A. turn the blood flow down and notify the team leader.

B. turn the blood flow down and administer normal saline (NS).

C. stop the blood flow and hand crank to return the blood.

D. stop the blood flow and do not return the blood.