The purpose of OSHA is

to protect all workers from occupational injury

The minutes of a business meeting include all of the following except

members absent and the reason for their absence

Anaphylactic shock involves

general alergic reaction to a foreign substance may be fatal

The reason you should aspirate before injecting a medication is to be sure

the needle is not in a blood vessel

A facsimile transmittal cover page

should include a confidentiality statement

The major purpose of the MSDS is

to complete all OSHA requirements

Maslows hierarchy of human needs is based on what concept?

physiologic needs are the most basic and must be met first

Blood-borne pathogens

disease producing microorganisms by blood, body fluid, tissu

What is the best description of low-density lipoprotein?

lipoprotein consisting of protein/ cholesterol, forms plaque

When a patient acquires an infection while in a medical facility, it is referred to as a:

health-care-acquired infection or nosocomial infection

Best way to avoid cross contaminating patients who receive instillation of eye drop same bottle

avoid touching the tip of dropper to patients eye

Among other things, HIPAA is concerned with

protecting personal health information

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1
The primary veins located in the antecubital fossa are basilica, cephalic, and
median cubital
brachial
median cephalic
median capital
2
Autoclaving is the only process that destroys all forms of living organisms, including
tuberculosis
bacteria
spores
viruses
3
The examination technique used to listen to internal body sounds is:
auscultation
mensuration
percussion
palpation
4
The purpose of OSHA is
to identify epidemiology and track public health
to establish policies on total quality management
to provide tax relief for all laboratories
to protect all workers from occupational injury
5
The minutes of a business meeting include all of the following except
motions passed
members absent and the reason for their absence
members present
a list of reports that were submitted
6
Electrosurgery is used to:
dilate openings in the body
freeze tissue
dissect and coagulate tissue
retract tissues
7
What position would you use to examine the back or spine?
fowlers
prone
supine
knee-chest
8
Anaphylactic shock involves
general infection in the blood stream
general alergic reaction to a foreign substance may be fatal
loss of blood or bodily fluids
dysfunction of the nervous system following spinal injury
9
The presence of sugar in the urine is called
hypoglycemia
hyperglycemia
glycosuria
glycogen
10
The reason you should aspirate before injecting a medication is to be sure
the needle is not in a blood vessel
the needle is in the muscle
the patient receives all of the medication
the injection is less painful
11
A 54 year old male has diabetes mellitus What laboratory result is most likely to be elevated?
prothrombin
creatine
rheumatoid factor
calcium
12
The exam method used to check for conjunctivitis (pink eye) is:
inspection
auscultation
percussion
palpation
13
Where is a Colle's fracture located?
elbow
ankle
wrist
14
Medical ethics requires physicians to
not charge a finance fee
not accept money
all of the above
be of good moral character
15
The pulse point located on the thumb side of the wrist is
apical
carotid
brachial
radial
16
The white blood cell count is useful in determining:
coagulation factors
infection
platelet count
anemia
17
A facsimile transmittal cover page
should not be counted in total number of pages sent
necessary if you are sending the fax to someone dnt know
requires postage
should include a confidentiality statement
18
The first drop of capillary is removed with a gauze because why?
bacteria
tissue thromboplastin
lipids
hemolysis
19
The major purpose of the MSDS is
to complete all OSHA requirements
to guide PPE use identifying hazardous chemicals and proced.
to provide information to protect employees and patients
to provide information to clean up spills
20
Which classification of drugs prevents or decreases clotting?
antiemetic
antineoplastic
anticoagulant
antipyretic
21
In a physical exam, inspection refers to
visual scanning of the patient
determining a patients level of pain by his face
feeling the patients internal organs
looking over the patients chart
22
Maslows hierarchy of human needs is based on what concept?
physiologic needs are the most basic and must be met first
people never really reach self-actualization
a safe environment is placed above all other needs
esteem must always come from people around us
23
Where are erythrocytes formed?
liver
kidney
bone marrow
blood
24
The main reason why a patient is seeking medical care is referred to as:
observation
symptoms
assessment
chief complaint
25
The white blood cell count is useful in determining
platelet count
coagulation factors
anemia
infection
26
An iron injection is administered by which of the following methods?
z track
sub-q
IV
ID
27
A MA's training focuses on
secretarial skills
hospital setting
outpatient services
nursing skills
28
A patients medical record
is only to be seen on a need to know basis
is the property of the physician
all of the above
is considered a legal document
29
The ability to repeatedly run a lab test and get the same result is called what?
acceptability
calibration
accuracy
precision
30
Blood-borne pathogens
the presence of blood, body fluid, tissue that cause disease
blood with potentially infectious materials on soiled laundr
human blood components and products made from human blood
disease producing microorganisms by blood, body fluid, tissu
31
Which of the following items is NOT necessary for a routine patient exam?
opthalmoscope
tongue depressor
sterile gloves
percussion hammer
32
Which organization developed guidelines to help people in making healthy diet decisions?
FDA
DEA
USDA
CDC
33
A system that selects the order of patients to receive urgent care is referred to as
matrixing
triage
selection
streamlining
34
Following sterilization by autoclave, the items remain sterile for
it depends on item
21 days
30 days
2 weeks
35
What is the best description of low-density lipoprotein?
a complex molecule consisting of protein and fat like choles
the form in which carbohydrate are stored in the body
lipoprotein consisting of protein/ cholesterol, forms plaque
lipoprotein of protein/cholesterol remove excess cholesterol
36
What is the best way to ensure an accurate visual acuity exam
ask the patient to speak up
have patient close one eye
provide adequate lighting
allow the patient to sit down if necessary
37
At what age should children have their first Hep B vaccine?
birth
12-15 mo
2 to 3 mo
12 months
38
When a patient acquires an infection while in a medical facility, it is referred to as a:
pathogenic infection
bacterial infection
health-care-acquired infection or nosocomial infection
causative infection
39
The instrument used in the physical exam to determine hearing and conduction is a:
stethoscope
tuning fork
reflex hammer
speculum
40
Which of the following elements is NOT included in memorandum?
a subject line
a heading
to and from lines
a complimentary close
41
When measuring a blood pressure, the MA would typically place the stethoscope over which artery
apical
carotid
aorta
brachial
42
Which of the following sutures does not usually require removal from the body?
catgut
silk
nylon
cotton
43
Why is understanding cultural difference important?
one should never have predetermined notions
everyone is unique and their health care needs differ
perceptions may vary among nationalities
all of the above
44
Which of the following vacuum tubes provides least vacuum draw?
2ml
7ml
4.5ml
10ml
45
In order to accomplish sterilization, the autoclave should reach
35 C to 37 C
150 F
260 F to 270 F
250 F-270 F
46
Best way to avoid cross contaminating patients who receive instillation of eye drop same bottle
avoid touching the tip of dropper to patients eye
have each patient bring their own eye drops
wash your hands after instillation
wipe the tip of the dropper with a paper towel after use
47
Which of the following is NOT required when taking a phone message?
name of person to who the call is directed
the callers account number
time and date
the callers name and phone number
48
Which laboratory department deals with the identification of pathogens?
chemistry
microbiology
hematology
immunohematology
49
A patient's urine is yellow-orange. Which of the following substances would be found in urine?
nitrate
glucose
bilirubin
protein
50
Among other things, HIPAA is concerned with
patient advocacy
patient compliance
patient safety
protecting personal health information
51
An example of a viral disease is:
malaria
ringworm
candidiasis
measles
52
Exercise performed with assistance are
active exercise
rang of motion exercise
aerobic exercise
passive exercises
53
The instrument used to remove sutures is an:
operating scissors
suture scissors
Kelly Hemostat
Mayo scissors
54
Gathering information about a pt present health care needs and abilities in prep for a new diet
planning
implementation
assessment
evaluation
55
What action do you take if you have a critical value result on a patient?
repeat the quality control before reporting the result
record the information in the patient's chart
repeat the test
get the information to the physician as soon as possible
56
Which of the following tubes is used for RBC and WBC counts?
light blue
gray
green
lavender
57
At what age should children have their first MMR vaccination?
12 months
2 to 3 months
birth
12-15 months
58
The process used to trace the direction of the vein is called:
palpating
locating
pumping
anchoring
59
Which of the following is a glucose procedure that is collected 2hrs after a carb. meal?
2hr postprandial
GTT
POCT glucose
stat glucose
60
In a standard EKG, lead V3 is located
at the fifth intercostal space
at the fourth intercostal space
anywhere on the right side of the chest
midway between V2 and V4
61
Which of the following is the causative agent of infectious mononucleosis?
HIV
cytomegalovirus
variola major
Epstein-Barr virus
62
The first step performed in setting up a sterile field is
put on gloves
wash your hands
prepare the local anesthetic is a syringe
open the sterile pack
63
CPT-4 include E&M codes which are used to report
provider services and visits
anesthesia and surgeries
office procedures performed by a provider
medical necessity for services and procedures
64
Hepatitis B and Rubella are examples of diseases caused by
yeast
viruses
fungi
bacteria
65
An MA's scope of practice is
determined by the AAMA
the same in every state
determined by their physician/employer
not the concern of the CMA or RMA
66
What may laboratories provide for their employees?
health and welfare
education and training
safety and protection
retirement
67
A physician who dispenses narcotic drugs, must keep narcotic records for
2 yrs
4 yrs
forever
6 yrs
68
What information does a hemoglobin result provide about a patient?
the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood
helps to diagnose heart and liver diseases
the amount of sugar in the blood
the count of the number of cells that participate in cloting
69
What test is done by the Westergren method?
CBC
Hemoglobin
Coagulation test
Sedimentation Rate
70
A subcutaneous injection is given using the following technique:
a 90-degree angle with a 25-gauge needle
a 45-degree angle with a 25-gauge needle
a 10-degree angle with a 27-gauge needle
a 15-degree angle with a 21-gauge needle
71
The patient exam position used for a patient who is having difficulty breathing is:
dorsal recumbant
prone
lithotomy
Fowlers
72
The formula used to change pounds to kilograms is:
22kg=1lb
100lb=1kg
2.2 kg=1lb
2.2lb=1kg
73
cross contamination can be prevented by
washing the examination table with clorox and water
all of the above
washing your hands between patients
sterilizing and/or disinfecting instruments
74
What is the normal adult pulse range in beats per minute?
70 to 130
60 to 100
50 to 120
80 to 140
75
The most accurate to measure the length of an infant is to
use the measuring device on the back of infant scale
make a mark on the exam table paper at babys head and feet
use a yard stick
stand the infant up on the adult scale
76
Patients should be given instructions in writing because
most patients can not hear well
most patients cannot read
the human memory does not perform well under stress
most patients do not really care about details
77
The major reason for using proper aseptic procedures is to:
follow office policies
destroy all bacteria from surfaces
control the patients immune system
protect patients and healthcare workers
78
Oxygen is distributed in the cells of the body by
leukocytes
erythrocytes
plasma
platelets
79
What is the most effective way to break up the infection cycle?
stay at home
wash hands in clorox
wash your hands often
use only antibacterial soap
80
Anyone who has thoroughly been trained and can do competency for the testing proc.-can perform
lab tests
moderately complex tests
complex tests
waived tests
81
Reason a physician might order a 24 hour urine collection for a test include all of EXCEPT:
for a culture and sensitivity
to aid in the diagnosis of glomerular disease
to compare the 24 hour value with the serum value
diurnal variation
82
The pulse point locate behind the knee is the:
dosalis pedis
temporal
femoral
popiteal
83
An instrument used to grasp tissue is a:
forceps
curette
dialator
probe
84
The type of wound caused by scraping of the outer layers of the skin is a
contusion
laceration
abrasion
incision
85
Some non-cellular components of plasma are:
fats and hormones
RBC and WBC
WBC and serum
hormones and RBC
86
What is the max time a tourniquet can be applied without jeopardizing the quality of specimen?
1 min
2 times
2 min
3 min with difficult draw
87
Which medical specialist cares for people who are recovering from a stroke?
neurologist
emergency medicine
internist
endocrinologist
88
Which of the following is NOT an example of nonverbal communication?
facial expression
posture
tone
touch
89
A patient who is noncompliant is one who
does not follow the doctors orders
should be given instructions in writing
does not pay the bill in a timely fashion
has a difficult time understanding the physicians directions
90
A sub-q injection is given using the following techniques
a 90 degree angle with a 25 gauge needle
a 15 degree angle with a 21 gauge needle
a 45-degree angle with a 25 gauge needle
a 10 degree angle with 27 gauge needle
91
The average adult respiration is:
12-20 per min
10-12 per min
20-24 per min
25-30 per min
92
Which of the following is normal rectal temperature?
97.6 F
99.6 F
95.5 F
98.6 F
93
When sorting mail, you should
place all mail in the physicians mailbox
place the physicians personal mail on top
dispose of any "junk mail"
place letters from other Dr. in the appropriate chart
94
ICD-9 and ICD-10 are coding systems used to report
services provided by a physician
services provided by a nurse practitioner
medical necessity for services and procedures
procedures performed on the patient
95
A legally required disclosure is one that
all of the above
represents an exception to the rights of patients
is designed to protect the public
is given without the consent of the patient
96
Which lab department deals with disease producing eggs in specimens taken from the body?
hematology
chemistry
virology
parasitology
97
A physicians fee schedule is determined by using UCR's which means
universal customary regulation
usual, reasonable, customary
untied compared resources
resource based relative value scale
98
Lipid test include all of the following, except:
LDL
Triglycerides
HDL
Bilirubin
99
The five phases of Korotkoff sounds may be heard through the auscultation of
the blood pressure
the heart
the carotid arteries
the pulse
100
What hormone are you looking for in a pregnancy test?
Estrogen
HCG
igG
Testosterone
101
Which of the following pulse sites requires a stethoscope to take the pulse?
carotid
femoral
apical
brachial

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