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1
If a person has a sprain what treatment should they use
RICE ( rest, ice, compression, elevation)
RICE ( rest, ice, compression, enter)
RICE ( rest, ice, compassion, elevation)
RICE ( rice, ice, compression, elevation)
2
To be a successful member of the team, what action should MA take?
Focus on achieving individual goals
Demonstrate willingness to perform extra duties
Report all team conflicts to the supervisor
Include personal feelings in work decisions
3
MA performing suture removal. Which of the following action should MA take?
Remove each suture after cutting next to the knot
Remove sutures from the center of the wound moving outward
Remove the sutures after placing adhesive skin closures
Remove the sutures in the opposite order of insertion
4
Tabular list
divided into 28 chapters
divided into 21 chapters
divided into 41 chapters
divided into 29 chapters
5
What are two forms of verbal communication?
Ethical dilemma
Ariel and Caliban
Professional Letter
Oral and written
6
MA is instructed to position patient for dorsal cavity examination. What position would this be
Semi-Fowler's
Lithotomy
Supine
Prone
7
What area to use for the most accurate to check temp
temporal
tympanic
Rectal
oral
8
Which steps should MA take to follow aseptic guidelines when giving injections?
Wipe the injection site with an alcohol pad
Don full PPE
Use the same needle for drawing and injecting
Dispose of the syringe with the needle pointed upward
9
Patient is diagnosed with Malignant Melanoma. What process is the PCP taken during transition?
Continuity of care
Audit
Quality control
Termination of care
10
MA is speaking with a patient. What might occur as a barrier to communication?
Active listening
Empathy
Stereotyping
Rapport
11
What organ produces vitamin D, provides protection, and helps regulate body temperature?
Lung
Skin
Liver
Brain
12
According to Erikson's psychosocial theory, an adolescent experiences which stages?
Industry vs. inferiority
Identity vs. role confusion
Initiative vs. guilt
Autonomy vs. shame and doubt
13
Patient going into shock, had hypotension
trendeblurg
coordination
metoprolol)
Adrenergic blockers
14
Ma is given instructions for PCP to refer to dermatologist. What actions are first taken?
Document the date of referral approval
Complete a patient referral form
Obtain prior authorization
Give the patient of the authorization code
15
Patient who is angry and yelling approaches MA, what actions should be taken?
Speak loudly
Throw down the patient
Remain calm
Display emotions
16
What details disclosed by the patient should MA recognize as indication of bulimia nervosa?
Laxative use
Starvation
Ritualistic behavior
Counting calories
17
MA should recognize that which of the following entities must adhere to HIPAA guidelines?
State agencies
Health care clearinghouses
Public health authorities
Workers compensation
18
Which of the following conditions is defined as a loss of bone density?
Osteomyelitis
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Scoliosis
19
Which of the following components of the body's cells plays a part in cell division?
Centriole
Golgi apparatus
Cytoplasm
Endoplasmic reticulum
20
MA is preparing patient for exam. Which is a component for patient's medical history?
Treatment plan
Chief complaint
Informed consent form
Objective data
21
Which of the following is an anthropometric measurement that a MA should collect from 2 y/o
Head circumference
Blood pressure
Apical pulse
Tympanic temperature
22
multipatours
two or more Headaches
Gout
Gastritis
two or more pregancies
23
Treats depression ( trazodone hcl= desyrel)
botulinum
anticoagulant
antidepressant
arbitration
24
lice is called
tinea pedis
Pyemia
osteomalacia
pediculosis ( parasite)
25
Respondent Superior
Let the Girl Answer".
Let the Patient Answer".
Let the Doctor Answer".
Let the Master Answer".
26
what term describes the act of unlawfully increasing the reimbursement amount from third-party?
E/M codes
Add-on codes
Upcoding
Downcoding
27
Identify which of the following look-alike and should-alike medication as an anticonvulsant?
Amlodipine
Chlorpropamide
Clonazepam
Alprazolam
28
What approaches should MA take when discussing a patients compliance to dietary guidelines?
Avoid providing written instructions
Maintain an empathetic tone
Deliver the information quickly
Maintain a closed posture
29
Patient wants to grant his daughter as health care proxy. The minimum age eligibility is?
18
21
16
14
30
loss of expression by speech or writing because of an injury or disease to the brain
Aphasia
hypophasia
lypophasia
nyphasia
31
Patient was terminated from the office and demands an explanation. What actions should MA take
Acknowledge the patient's concern
Defend the provider's decision
Sympathize with the patient
Dissociate from the conversation
32
Which of the following structures in a human cell sorts and synthesizes glycoproteins?
Golgi apparatus
Cytoskeleton
Endoplasmic reticulum
Ribosome
33
Which of the following terms as a procedure that involves an incision into the eardrum?
Myringotomy
Otodynia
Rhinorrhea
Lithotripsy
34
Specializes in mental illness, physical illness, and disability?
Pediatrician
Physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist
Pathologist
Preventive medicine specialist
35
What insurance providers is the oldest and largest of independent health insurers in the U.S.?
Medicare
Tricare
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Medicaid
36
Patient reports difficulty falling asleep. MA should anticipate the provider will prescribe?
Metformin
Esomeprazole
Loperamide
Zolpidem
37
Which action should MA take to prevent patient accidents in clinical setting?
Store cleaning supplies on top of cabinet
Clean a spill on the hallway floor using a towel
Bundle computer cables that cross walkways with cable ties
Stand with feet together when transferring a patient
38
Patient is having symptoms of MI. MA administer sublingual nitroglycerin What actions are taken
Insert the medication into the patient's rectum
Place the medication under the patient's tongue
Inject the medication into one of the patient's muscles
Apply the medication to the patient's skin
39
What defense mechanisms is characterized by externalization of guilt, blame, or responsibility?
Apathy
Projection
Denial
Undoing
40
MA should identify the term "oophorectomy" has which of the following meanings?
Brain disorder
Removal of the ovaries
Breaking down of blood cells
Opening in the windpipe
41
provides a remedy for a person or group that has been named by the wrongful acts of others
State law
Tort law
Federal law
civil law
42
Prescription calls for 10 mg of diazepam oral. Available is oral 5 mg/5 mL. How many for each?
7.5 mL
4.5 mL
12.5 mL
10 mL
43
Which of the following is an example of connective tissue?
Pancreas
Skin
Blood
Spinal cord
44
Acute infection
has rapid onset of symptoms but lasts relatively short time
has slow onset of symptoms but lasts relatively short time
has rapid onset of symptoms but lasts relatively long time
has no onset of symptoms but lasts relatively short time
45
A low-fiber, high-fat diet is a risk factor for which of the following disease?
Colorectal cancer
Cholelithiasis
Cirrhosis
Crohn's disease
46
In which locations should a sharps container be located?
In the reception area
Centrally located between exam rooms
In the exam rooms
At the nurse's station
47
A patient is visually impaired. What actions should MA take?
Notify the patient when entering the room
Use body gestures when communicating with the patient
Use a low tone of voice when communicating with a patient
Provide small-font printed material for the patient
48
Output devices
Ethics
Antiseptics
monitors, printers, speakers
Drugs
49
MA should identify the term for slow breathing as which of the following?
Bradypnea
Oximetry
Neuralgia
Tachycardia
50
During a phone conversation with a patient, what demonstrates the use of appropriate techniques
Speaking with an unchanging pitch
Holding the receiver close
Placing the patient on hold while you continue your day
Allowing the patient to be the one to end the call
51
Broken bone is contained within intact skin
osteoporosis
Closed or simple Fx
Straight
Transverse
52
MA is collecting data from patient reporting back pain. What term should MA use to describe
Medial
Caudal
Dorsal
Cephalic
53
Used to diagnose hemorrhoids, polyps, and diverticulitis disorders
Tonsillectomy
Culture
Sigmoidoscopy
Temperature Reading
54
Of the following professionals assist patients with mobility, strength, and range of motion?
Physical therapist
Radiology technician
Emergency medical technician
Occupational therapist
55
right patient, does, time,drug,documentation,route,technique
7 R's
7 skills
7 days
7 rights
56
What insurance plan requires a referral from a PCP to scheduled with a dermatologist?
Health maintenance organization (HMO)
Exclusive provider organization (EPO)
Preferred provider organization (PPO)
Pay-for-performance
57
Which of the following elements is essential for successful teamwork?
Suppression of negative information
Related short-term and long-term goals
Larger number of team members
Similar abilities and skill sets
58
Patient-centered medical home has five functions and attributes. What features are included?
Ambulatory services
Affordable health care
Comprehensive care
Electronic health records incentives
59
MA should identify the following abbreviations used in place of the word "prescription"
Rx
Hx
Tx
Sx
60
Which abbreviation should MA use when documenting initial assessment data for wellness exam?
p/o
HPI
VS
f/u
61
MA is preparing a vitamin injection. For the right medication, which actions should MA take?
Ensure the patient has consented to receiving the injection
Find out why the provider prescribed the medication
Calculate the medication's dosage
Check the medication label's expiration date
62
tinea pedis( athletes foot), tinea corpon( ring worm
Pediculosis
Pyemia
Fungal infections
Minor infection
63
MA is teaching a patient who started lisinpril. Which should the patient report to provider?
Nausea
Facial swelling
Taste disturbance
Orthostatic hypotension
64
yellowing of the skin and mucous membranes caused by the depression of bile pigment( liver)
Jaundice
erytho
leuko
cyanosis
65
Ma should identify which microorganisms as having a helpful function in the human body?
Haemophilus influenzae
Clostridium Botulinum
Treponema pallidum
Lactobacillus acidophilus
66
Patient fell in love but partner can't commit. Which developmental crisis is the patient having
Generativity vs. stagnation
identity vs. role confusion
Ego integrity vs. despair
Intimacy vs. isolation
67
MA should identify that the term "contralateral" has which of the following meaning?
Directed upward
Directed downward
On the same side
On the opposite side
68
What disease caused a historical pandemic that led to the creation of the first vaccine?
Malaria
Smallpox
Influenza
Tetanus
69
Once advance directives are in place, they can be updated at which of the following times?
Annually
At any time
Never
Every 10 years
70
MA should recognize that which of the following entities must adhere to HIPAA guidelines?
Health care clearinghouses
Workers compensation
State agencies
Public health authorities
71
to convert pounds - kilograms key( 1 lb=.45 kg) 120 lb x .45 kg
44 kg
66 kg
58 kg
54 kg
72
bone ends are moved out of alignment
twisted
extended
in place
Displaced
73
5 y/o child started sucking their thumb after stopping at 1 y/o. what defense mechanism is this
Sublimation
Regression
Suppression
Rationalization
74
Each patient is given a specific time for their appointment
Regular scheduling
certified mail
Wave scheduling
Time specified scheduling
75
What body system contains cardiac, skeletal, and smooth tissue?
Muscular system
Endocrine system
Lymphatic system
Integumentary system
76
Intentionally doling something either dishonest or illegal
Battery
Libel
Malfeasance
Tort
77
What following statement about alcohol-based hand sanitizer is correct?
Should have at least 50% alcohol content
Should be used in conjunction with bleach solution
Should be applied to dry hands
Should be used when visible debris is on hands
78
Ma is performing claim submission. What process involves electronic auditing and sorting?
Direct billing
Clearing house submission
Intelligent character recognition
Universal claim form
79
Provider notifies MA that she will be 20 mins late. What actions should the MA take?
Tell next patient that she must see a different provider
Cancel the next scheduled patients appointment
Have the next patient wait in an exam room
Notify the next patient about the delay
80
What actions should MA take ensuring proper biohazardous waste of handling used gauze pads?
Place the gauze pads in a sharps container
Dispose of the gauze pads in a covered trash bin
Soak the gauze pads in a sterilizing solution
Place the gauze pad in the red polyethylene bag
81
Which of the following planes divides the body into upper and lower portions?
Sagittal
Transverse
Midsagittal
Coronal
82
CDC recommends the minimal length of time for hand washing with soap and water is?
10 seconds
25 seconds
20 seconds
15 seconds
83
Which acronyms should MA use when interpreting the correlation between body weight and height?
PID
LMP
KUB
BMI
84
MA is checking in a patient who is hearing impaired. What actions should be taken?
Stand within the patient's field of vision
Use firm touch to get the patient's attention
Minimize hand gestures when speaking to the patient
Speak loudly to the patient
85
The oldest and largest system of privately sponsored insurance.
Blue cross/ blue shield
Medicaid
Champus
Medicare
86
MA is preparing for rectal exam. Ma should help the patient into which position?
Fowler's
Lithotomy
Sims'
Trendelenburg
87
MA reviewing charges for in-office procedure. What term is the max reimbursement of third-party
Fee schedule
Allowable amount
Deductible
Coinsurance
88
Patient sees a specialist for hyperthyroidism. MA should contact which of the following consult
Cardiology
Gastroenterology
Urology
Endocrinology
89
What body system experiences a decrease in activity during "Fight-or-flight" response?
Muscular system
Digestive system
Respiratory system
Cardiovascular system
90
"It an infection, I don't have cancer!" What actions should MA take to help stages of grief?
Redirect the patient's attention away from angry feelings
Encourage the patient to express sadness
Refer the patient to a support group
Reinforce education about the patients disease process
91
The process of killing pathogenic organisms or of rendering them inactive
Sterilization
Disinfection
Isoprobol Alcohol
Antiseptic
92
MA is washing infectious debris off surgical instruments. What actions should be taken?
Use a soft-bristled brush to clean surface of instruments
Keep all hinged instruments closed
Soak instruments in bleach solution to sterilize them prior
Wear utility gloves while sanitizing the instruments
93
An MA should recognize that which is recommended regarding fingernail care and hand hygiene?
Keep reusable cloth towels at hand washing stations
Trim natural fingernails to 1.27 cm (0.5 in) pass the tip
No artificial nails when working
Wash hands under running water with fingers pointing upward
94
During surgical procedure, sterile solution is requested. What actions should MA take?
Open bottle, pour into container, set into sterile field
Pick up solution bottle, remove cap, hand to provider
Place sterile container in sterile field, pour small amount
Draw with syringe, place syringe in sterile field
95
cause vasoconstriction( blood vessel narrows) can treat hypertension
antiemetics
bruit
Adrenergics
antidepressant
96
break is caused by compression or angulation forces in the long bones of children under age 10,
Greenstick
Groupstick
Greenstack
Graystick
97
what is cholelithiasis
liver lesions
diabetes
cardiovascular
gallstones, insoluble cholesterol and bile salt
98
Taking vitals from a 10 year old, MA notice indications of abuse. What actions should be taken?
Question the child's parents
Notify the child's provider
Notify the child's school counselor
Question the child
99
What are insoluble drug substances contained in a liquid?
admissions
permissions
suspemsions
superstitions
100
Patient experiencing subluxation should be treated by which alternative medicine practices?
Herbal medicine
Chiropractic care
Acupuncture
Biofeedback
101
A MA should recognize that which of the following action involves health coaching?
Help find a community resources related to health care needs
Directing to an agency that can refer him to a specialist
Encouraging the patient to live a sedentary lifestyle
Meeting Medicares Meaningful use criteria
102
What factors puts a patient at high risk of experiencing a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?
Hypoglycemia
Hypotension
Pyloric stenosis
Sleep apnea
103
Goes into the blood stream or known as Intramuscular injections
epidermal
Parenteral
Dermal
deep
104
MA is preparing to perform a Mantoux test. Which routes should MA use for this injection?
Intravenous
Subcutaneous
Intramuscular
Intradermal
105
What is the largest organ of the body
colon
liver
intestines
skin
106
When documenting data in patients progress notes, what abbreviation is acceptable to use?
MgSO4
>
O2
#
107
Which of the following duties is a MA allowed to perform independently?
Provide medication samples
Give medical advice
Prescribe Medication
Record Vital Signs
108
listening to body sounds through a stethoscope
palpate
Ausculation
participate
amputation
109
Patient is coughing and sneezing in reception area. What actions should be taken?
Assist patient to an exam room
Allow patient to remain in area
Notify provider of patients condition
Distribute mask to other patients in area
110
Which medical record content areas include patients demographic data?
Assessment
Subjective
Objective
Plan
111
I've been waiting 30 min, can't you do something? What responses by the MA is active listening?
You don't want to leave and miss your appointment, do you?
You wont have to wait much longer. I promise
You sound frustrated about how long you've been waiting
Maybe you should file a complaint and go somewhere else
112
Employers provide safe and healthy work place. What regulatory agencies oversees this?
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
113
which of the following terms as a medical disorder that involves inflammation of the joints?
Multiple sclerosis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Carcinoma
Osteoporosis
114
MA left the computer with patient chart visible. What actions are taken to prevent violation?
Install firewalls
Set up encryption software
Perform a records audit
Place privacy filters on monitor screens
115
MA should recognize which is the clinical purpose of contrast media in diagnostic imaging?
Makes body structures easier to see through
Highlights the inner contours of body structures
Indicates the location of bones
Protest internal organs from radiation
116
When considering the anatomy of the body, what statement is correct?
The thumb is lateral to the index finger
The stomach is superior to the diaphragm
The heart is superficial to the ribs
The patella is distal to the tibia
117
Farsightedness , difficulty seeing objects that are close
Hypertention
Hyporopia
Hyperopia
hypotension
118
"It an infection, I don't have cancer!" What actions should MA take to help stages of grief?
Encourage the patient to express sadness
Refer the patient to a support group
Redirect the patient's attention away from angry feelings
Reinforce education about the patients disease process
119
What is the best HDL level
60 mg/dl
40 mg/dl
50 mg/dl
67 mg/dl
120
What are the four vital signs
temp, part, resp, blood pressure
temp, pulse, read, blood pressure
temp, pulse, resp, blood pressure
time, pulse, resp, blood pressure
121
MA prepared a referral for a patient reporting symptoms of vertigo to which specialist?
Ophthalmologist
Otolaryngologist
Anesthesiologist
Neurologist
122
Which location should the inside address appear in a business letter?
Between the dateline and the salutation
Between the letter head and the date line
Between the salutation and the subject line
Between the signature block and the identification line
123
Destruction of all microorganism
Clostindium botulinum
anesthetics
Defamation
sterilzation
124
MA is prepackaging hemostats into autoclave. What actions should ensure sterilization?
Submerge the packages in disinfectant before autoclaving
Alternate the packages with unwrapped instruments
Layer the packages so they overlap one another
Organize the packages loosely without touching the walls
125
Respirations
count for 30 secs and multiply by 2
count for 30 secs and multiply by 3
count for 30 secs and multiply by 4
count for 60 secs and multiply by 2
126
What resources provides information about the use of chemicals in a medical facility?
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
Emergency action plan
Safety data sheet (SDS)
OSHA Form 301
127
What concentration of bleach solution should MA use to disinfectant clinical setting?
1:20
1:1
1:10
1:5
128
What is the leading cause or chronic renal failure
Adrenergic
dysphasia
Cancer
diabetes mellitus
129
Patient in a wheelchair arrives and is upset. What method establishes a positive communication?
Face the patient at eye level
Speak in a quiet voice
Hold the patients hand
Maintain a closed posture
130
MA should identify the term "presbyopia" has which of the following meanings?
Weakened bones
Kidney infection
Drooping eyelids
Age-related vision loss
131
Head of table elevated 90 degrees, helps with patient who have difficulty breathing
Sitting position
Semi-stamding position
Folwer's postion
Standing position
132
MA's patient who will be self administering an enema at home. MA should explain which form?
Suppository
Solution
Foam
Lotion
133
MA is helping a patient check out. What actions should the MA take?
Review the patients medical record
Ask the patient for photo identification
Have patient fill out a registration form
Verify the patients insurance policy
134
MA is sterilizing a vaginal speculum. What sterilization techniques should be used?
Ultrasonic
Ionizing radiation
Gas
Autoclave
135
MA is recording patient's heart rhythm. What device is used to perform this recording?
Electroencephalogram machine
Electrocardiogram machine
Stethoscope
Sphygmomanometer
136
treats schizophrenia( serquel, abilify)
antacid
antipsychotics
anticoaulant
antidiareatic
137
What is MA's primary role in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the medical office setting?
Positioning the imaging equipment
Administering contract media intravenously
Communicating the results of the imaging to the patient
Instructing a patient about examination preparations
138
Which patient should an MA recognize as top priority to receive immediate care?
Patient with laceration on right arm and bleeding from site
Patient with episode of syncope but responsive to questions
Patient with animal bite and low-grade fever
Patient has epistaxis and taking warfarin
139
When processing a patient's referral, a MA should identify which of the following as lab test?
Blood urea nitrogen
Computed tomography
Barium enema
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
140
Which diagnostic procedure that produces images of body structures
Holter monitoring
Electromyography
Audiometry
Computed tomography
141
How to convert from F-C AND C-F
C= (F-32)x1.7 F=(C-1.8)+32
C= (F-32)x1.8 F=(C-1.8)+32
C= (F-32)x1.8 F=(C-1.8)+366
C= (F-45)x1.8 F=(C-1.8)+32
142
Which of the following is used to indicate homeostasis in the body?
Vital signs
Pulse oximetry
Height
Weight
143
Whats the proper hand washing tech?
Hands should be washed a minimum 20 secs, creating friction
Hands should be washed a minimum 40 secs, creating friction
Hands should be washed a minimum 70 secs, creating friction
Hands should be washed a minimum 30 secs, creating friction
144
What actions is important for MA to take to sever patients effectively?
Assist patient with locating appropriate community resource
Instruct the patient to refer family members for assistance
Avoid referencing patients barriers to wellness
Work independently from the clinical staff
145
What is Dsyphagia?
difficulty seeing
difficulty swallowing
difficulty speaking
difficulty walking
146
Of which health care professional is legally responsible for an MAs duties and performance?
Registered nurse
Pharmacy technician
Family practitioner
Office manager
147
MA should know which provides instructions for EMT when transporting elderly or critically ill?
Uniform Anatomical Gift act
Medical Order of Life-Sustaining treatment
Patient Self-Determination Act
Patients Bill of Rights
148
difficulty swallowing
Dsyphagia
Transverse
Advance Directives
malignant melanoma
149
What disposable methods is used in OSHA guidelines for handling biohazardous waste
Place used syringes in a red biohazard bag
Dispose of soiled bandages in a covered trash bin
Contact a local waste management company for disposal
Label chemicals with their names and date before disposal
150
Which health care delivery models emphasize patients involvement in their own health care?
Hospice
Accountable care organization (ACOs)
Home health agency
Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
151
can be benign or malignate
nightplate
neoplasm
neonplasm
neonatal
152
MA is caring for patient with conjunctivitis. What actions should MA take with eye instillation
Use a separate bottle of medication for each eye
Instruct the patient to look down when instilling the med
Ensure the medication is instilled in the upper conjunctiva
Use gloves when instilling the medication
153
Patient is stressed and can't focus at work. Based on anxiety level, what should be expected?
Dry skin
Back pain
Drowsiness
Rapid respiration
154
form used by most health insurance payers for claims submitted by providers and suppliers
CMS-1400 Health Insurance claim form
CMS-1600 Health Insurance claim form
CMS-1300 Health Insurance claim form
CMS-1500 Health Insurance claim form
155
D/H X Q
desired day over what you have times the quality needed
desired does over what you had times the quality needed
desired does over what you have times the quality needed
daily does over what you have times the quality needed
156
What provider assess patients of all ages with a variety of acute to severe medical condition?
Internist
Family practitioner
Pediatrician
Specialist
157
Child who has molluscum contagiosum warts. MA should explain the mode of transmission is?
Fomite
Contact
Foodborne
Droplet
158
MA is collecting data for an older adult. Which suggest the patient needs a mental evaluation?
The patient reports a decrease in energy
The patient has lost a signification amount of weight
The patient repeatedly asks the same questions
The patient states that she is not sleeping well
159
45 degree angle, patient has breathing disorders and suffer head trauma or pain
semi-folwers
sitting
Orthopean
sims
160
Patient calls and states her medication is not working. What response should MA take?
You should keep taking it until it works
Double the dose of the medication
I will call the pharmacy to authorize a refill
I will notify the provider about your situation
161
The Pacemaker of the heart
QRS
EKG
SA node
AV node
162
What community resource should an MA offer to an elderly who lost their partner 3 months ago?
Parks and Recreation department
Hospice care centers
Department of Health and Human service
Organized support groups
163
Teaching a patient major food groups. What information about grains should MA include?
Grains help regulate muscle activity and heart rhythm
Grains help maintain body heat
Grains help prevent and manage constipation
Grains help with absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
164
HIPAA was welcomed in what year?
1995
1998
1997
1996
165
Prior to an appointment with PCP, it is important for MA to verify which items in the chart?
Diagnostic test results
Current medication list
Undated insurance card
Specialist authorization form
166
First sound heard as the cuff deflates
Phase I
Phase 3
Phase 5
Phase 2
167
Was developed to make sure that all states have the same laws about organ donation
Uniform Services
Uniform Anatomical Gift Act
AHA
HIPAA
168
What method should a MA use when storing a disinfected endoscope?
In an airtight container
Hung vertically
Flat on a clean, dry surface
In it's original container
169
Pain signals are received by the brain, What body system is alerted for movement response?
Integumentary
Muscular
Digestive
Cardiovascular
170
Patient has had a Cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Which therapy will assist regaining function?
Physical therapy
Respiratory therapy
Massage therapy
Behavioral therapy
171
Which providers specializes in the management and treatment of interstitial cystitis?
Urologist
Immunologist
Pathologist
Cardiologist
172
What moral codes should a MA reference when facing an ethical dilemma?
Hippocratic Oath
Code of Hammurabi
AMA code of Ethics
Percival's Code
173
Which foods should a MA recommend to a patient who needs to increase her intake of vitamin A?
Oranges
Cauliflower
Potatoes
Blueberries
174
failure to perform an act that should have been performed
Battery
Libel
Assault
Nonfeasance
175
to convert kilograms- pounds key( 1 kg= 2.2 lb) 68 kg x 2.2 lb=
149.6 lb
150 lb
145.6 lb
123.6 lb
176
What organ structures within the digestive system is primarily responsible for nutrients?
Small intestine
Bile duct
Stomach
Esophagus
177
What is the Ishihara test is for?
Leg cramps
Syncope
Headache
color blindness
178
Which of the following structures in a human cell contains the cell's genetic information?
Plasma membrane
Nucleolus
Nucleus
Cytoplasm
179
MA receives a splash of urine in his eye when collecting specimen. What actions should be taken
Apply a cool compress to eyes for 1 hour
Rinse eyes with mild soap and water for 5 mins
Flush eyes at an eye wash station for at least 15 min
Massage eyes with clean cloth for 10 mins
180
The smallest bones in the body are
Digits
Carpels
stapes( in the ear)
Femer
181
thrombus
scrape
scratch
scare
a blood clot
182
When processing a patient's referral, a MA should identify which of the following as lab test?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Computed tomography
Blood urea nitrogen
Barium enema
183
MA is converting for 30 mL to tablespoon. This amount converts to how many tablespoons?
1 tbsp
3 tbsp
2 tbsp
1.5 tbsp
184
small, pearly, dome-shaped nodule with small visible blood vessels
scabies
basal cell carcinoma
lupus
diabetes
185
electronic medical record
EMR
CBC
EPA
BUN
186
MA witness a coworker commit a wrongful act. MA should Identify this type of negligence as?
Misdemeanor
Malfeasance
Malpractice
Misfeasance
187
Patient believes her privacy was violated. MA should know a complaint must be filled in _ days?
180
30
365
90
188
What does TPR stand for
test, practice, roles
temp., pulse, resp.
time, patience, rate
temperament, personable, realistic
