VS Vascular Sonography Exam
Question 1. Which document ensures a patient’s right to privacy regarding their medical information?
A) Informed consent
B) Advance directive
C) HIPAA
D) OSHA
Answer: C
Explanation: HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) mandates the protection and
confidential handling of protected health information.
Question 2. Before starting a vascular sonography exam, what is the most important first step in patient
care?
A) Adjusting the ultrasound machine
B) Explaining the procedure and obtaining informed consent
C) Applying gel to the transducer
D) Reviewing previous images
Answer: B
Explanation: Proper patient education and informed consent are ethical and legal requirements prior to
any medical procedure.
Question 3. Which of the following is an example of effective nonverbal communication with a patient?
A) Answering questions quickly
B) Maintaining eye contact and nodding
C) Using medical jargon
D) Speaking loudly
Answer: B
Explanation: Maintaining eye contact and nodding demonstrates attentiveness and helps build trust
with patients.
Question 4. When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to the exam table, what is the most critical
safety practice?
A) Lifting quickly to save time
B) Using proper body mechanics
C) Asking the patient to jump
D) Avoiding the use of transfer aids
Answer: B
Explanation: Proper body mechanics prevent injury to both the patient and the sonographer.
Question 5. During a vascular exam, a patient has an IV line in place. What should the sonographer do?
A) Ignore the IV
B) Remove the IV
C) Ensure the IV is secure and avoid pulling on it
D) Ask the patient to remove it
Answer: C
Explanation: The sonographer must ensure that IV lines and other equipment remain secure and
undisturbed during the exam.
