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Question 14 of 35 for our Radiation Therapists Mock Interview

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Question 14 of 35

If a patient could not sit still during treatment, what would you do?

Patients must remain in the same position during treatment, ensuring the radiation is delivered to the exact location every time. Even the slightest movement can cause the radiation to be delivered to the wrong area, negatively affecting the patient's health. By keeping the patient in the same position, the radiation can be targeted more accurately, increasing the chances of successful treatment. However, patients may have trouble remaining still for various reasons. Shakiness, irritability, or anxiety may be a symptom of their condition or medications they may be taking. Sometimes, you may need to physically adjust them. You also need to know how to calm them down if they are feeling excessively anxious or nervous. Discuss with the interviewer how you work hard to ensure patients are comfortable and still enough to proceed with their treatment.

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  • 14. If a patient could not sit still during treatment, what would you do?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Patients must remain in the same position during treatment, ensuring the radiation is delivered to the exact location every time. Even the slightest movement can cause the radiation to be delivered to the wrong area, negatively affecting the patient's health. By keeping the patient in the same position, the radiation can be targeted more accurately, increasing the chances of successful treatment. However, patients may have trouble remaining still for various reasons. Shakiness, irritability, or anxiety may be a symptom of their condition or medications they may be taking. Sometimes, you may need to physically adjust them. You also need to know how to calm them down if they are feeling excessively anxious or nervous. Discuss with the interviewer how you work hard to ensure patients are comfortable and still enough to proceed with their treatment.

      Written by Krista Wenz on August 19th, 2023

      1st Answer Example

      "Helping my patients to remain calm by setting a tone of warmth and care tends to make a big difference if they are nervous or fidgeting. I speak in a soothing voice when my patients are nervous, and I remind them that I'm here to help and happy to answer questions."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      2nd Answer Example

      "If a patient could not sit still during treatment, I would take the time to explain to them how vital it is that they relax and remain still. I would utilize any positioning or immobilization equipment when necessary. There have been more severe occasions where I had to put the treatment on pause and stop to talk the patient off the ledge. These situations happen more often with first-time patients."

      Written by Krista Wenz on August 19th, 2023

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Explain to the patient the importance of remaining still during setup and treatment delivery. Ask if in pain, potentially requires pain management medication. Otherwise, the patient is not a suitable candidate for radiotherapy treatment."

      Cindy's Feedback

      Good! Explanation and solving the underlying cause seem like very good approaches. A past example would help the interviewer see your approach in action.