Of the following, which could not legally act as an agent for another patient?

a minor for their younger sister

The lithotomy position is used when a patient?

is having a vaginal examination

study of the functions of living organisms

The patient is more cooperative if they?

understand the procedure to be done

in the anatomical position the patient ?

stands erect with palms turned anterior

An unacceptable procedure for a fainting victim is?

pour water over the victims face

clamps off small vessels and bleeders

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1
"osteo" means?
bone
cartilage
joint
knee
2
IPPB is used in the treatment of?
emphysema
COPD
pneumonia
all of the choices
3
the opposite of superficial is ?
proximal
deep
distal
efferent
4
The suffix which means "discharge or flow" is?
orrhea
orrhexis
olysis
ostomy
5
when applying a cast, the plaster ?
is applied over a stockinette
is applied directly over the skin
may be applied before the swelling has gone down
may be applied over an open wound
6
when collecting specimens for a blood cell count, you would use a tube that contains?
an anticoagulant
serum
a substance to enhance coagulation
sterile water
7
insulin is secreted directly into the bloodstream by what organ?
gallbladder
colon
pancreas
liver
8
the abbreviation for "three times a day"
t.i.d
tt
3.d.d
3x day
9
Of the following, which could not legally act as an agent for another patient?
a minor for their younger sister
a guardian
the parent of a child
all of the above
10
Which of the following groups sponsor CHAMPUS?
Occidental Life
BCBS
Farmers insurance
U.S Military
11
abbreviation for "teaspoon"
tp
tbs
tsp
tbn
12
relapse refers to a ?
lessing of symptoms
recovery from disease
remission
recurrence of symptoms
13
the doctors office is most concerned with?
civil and military law
civil and international law
civil and probate law
civil and criminal law
14
In order to inflate the blood pressure cuff the value is turned?
none of the choices
counter clockwise
clockwise
15
What kind of insurance provides medical care for job related injuries or illnesses?
medicare
workers comp
champus
blue cross blue shield
16
good source of vitamin C are
citrus fruits
milk and milk product
breads and cereals
meats
17
The most common combing form is?
"a"
"e"
"o"
"l"
18
What is the first down sound wave that you hear
S
P
Q
M
19
diagnostic technique which detects regions of the heat and cold in the body is called?
tagging
scan
tracer
thermography
20
The word part "peri" means?
opposed to
around
back
pair
21
variation in the shape of the red cells would be indicated as?
poikilocytosis
anisocytosis
poikotosis
anasotosis
22
For the first 2 months, the unborn child is referred to as?
embryo
ovum
fetus
neonate
23
Intercostal refers to?
under the ribs
under the cartilage
on the cartilage
between the ribs
24
when performing a finger puncture, the first drop of blood should be ?
used for making slides for differential white blood cells
used for red blood count
wiped away
Used for capillary tubes for the hematocrit
25
the application of water in the treatment of disease is referred to as ?
ultrasound
hydrotherapy
diathermy
aqua therapy
26
of the following choose the word or words that are incorrectly spelled ?
all of the above
oititits
leger
annorexia
27
To establish eligibility for the Medicaid patient, you must check their?
current ID
All of the above
Policy number
social security number
28
The small sac attached to the underside of the liver ad store bile is called
appendix
colon
gallbladder
pancreas
29
The lithotomy position is used when a patient?
is having a vaginal examination
is having a sigmoidoscopic examination
is having a chest x-ray
is having difficulty breathing
30
agent which excites and promotes functional activity is called?
suppository
stimulant
sedative
side effect
31
The smallest blood vessel is the?
capillary
venule
pulmonary vein
vena cava
32
The act of giving birth is called?
partuition
ovulation
menstruation
puberty
33
Physiology is the?
study of the functions of living organisms
study of physical signs
none of the above
process of life
34
instrument used to view the nose is?
riascope
rinoscope
rhinoscope
rhinoscopy
35
branch of meds which uses radionuclides in the diagnosis and treatment of disease is ?
occupational
nuclear
manipulative
computerized
36
Physician that would diagnose & treat diseases & malfunction of glands of internal secretions?
urology
gynecologist
gastroenterologist
endocrinologist
37
how often the physicians narcotic license renewed
never needs to be renewed
every 3 years
anually
every 5 years
38
The patient is more cooperative if they?
have adequate insurance coverage
bring along a relative
understand the procedure to be done
understand medical terminology
39
in the anatomical position the patient ?
lies flat on their back
stands erect with palms turned anterior
lies face down
lies on the left side with legs flexed
40
Neoplasm refers to?
absence of growth
cancer of the kidney
new growth
tissue of the kidney
41
Incision into the chest wall is referred to as?
thoracotomy
thorax
thoracostomy
thoracic
42
An unacceptable procedure for a fainting victim is?
loosen tight clothing
leave the victim lying down
examine the victim for injuries
pour water over the victims face
43
The word "dys" means?
painful
above
swelling
below
44
A hemostatic forcep?
is used for tearing tissue for biopsy
is used to dilate the cervix
clamps off small vessels and bleeders
closes a lumen in order for the insertion of instruments
45
the nerve to be concerned when given an injection into the buttocks is ?
femoral
sacral
brachial
Sciatic
46
Patient to be entitled to paid in full benefits under the Blue Shield program, physician must?
A participating physician
Listed by the social security administration
A specialist
Associated with multi-specialty clinics
47
The abbreviation for "blood pressure" is?
BPP
BLP
BRP
BP
48
under the controlled substance act , how many schedules are there ?
4
5
1
2
49
when performing a routine phlebotomy,the most common gauge needle is ?
18
22
25 or 26
20 or 22
50
agent giving to counteract an unwanted effects of a drug is called?
remedy
antibiotic
antacid
antidote
51
the abbreviation for "four times a day"
q.4h
d.i.g
q.i.d
q.d.d
52
A patient with a rapid pulse has?
tachycardia
bradycardia
tachypnea
bradypnea
53
Gradually developing cloudiness of the lens, occurring most frequently in person over 70yrs is?
Cararacts
Belphartitis
Pink eye
Amblyopia
54
Tissues are composed of?
flesh
muscles
organs
cells
55
The suffix which means "plastic repair" is?
opexy
oplasty
ocentesis
orrhaphy
56
What program may retired military, their dependents or active military personnel receive care?
medicare
HIC
TRICARE
workers comp
57
the size of the needle is expressed by ?
percent
cubic centimeters
gauge numbers
units
58
A condition characterized by frequent liquid stools is known as?
flatus
diarrhea
colitis
none of the above
59
Bradycardia refers to?
fast heart beat
enlarged heart
slow heart rate
sinus rhythm
60
What is the medical term for collar bone?
Scapula
acromion
clavicle
none of the above
61
What should be avoided by a medical assistant?
the medical assistant should do all of the above
giving medical advice
arguing with the patient
discussing the patients condition
62
The most common bacteria stain is ?
wrights stain
Glemsa stain
Gram stain
Gential violet stain
63
A fragile organism called gonococcus bacteria causes which of the following?
crabs
PMS
general herpes
gonorrhea
64
Hemostats are a type of?
fercep
applicator
scope
probe
65
The Muscle walls of the heart are called the?
Myocardium
septum
semilunar
tricuspid
66
What is the latest date an employer may give the employee the W-2 form?
by January 31st
by April 15th
none of the above
bi-weekly
67
Prognosis refers to?
prediction of outcome
after knowledge
complete knowledge
before women
68
GTT is test for?
kidney function
liver function
sugar metabolism
thyroid function
69
One way to prevent patients from forgetting future appointments is?
call them the day before their appointment
use appointment cards
ALL of the above
not to book more than 2 weeks in advance
70
The purpose of aging the accounts receivable is?
used to identify past due accounts for collection
None of the above
to list payments and charges for given date
for the trial balance
71
When using a microscope with a 10x ocular & the 40x objective in place, total magnification is?
400x
30x
40x
50x
72
fats are something called?
lipoproteins
lacteals
lactose
lipids
73
Premature termination of pregnancy before the embryo of fetus is able to exist on its own is?
cesarean
ovulation
abortion
pap test
74
Type of insurance that provides income when the insured is unable to due to illness or injury?
HIC
disability
medicare
wokers comp
75
an electrocardiograph is?
none of the choices
audio recording of the heart muscle
an electrical shock to the heart
device to monitor electrical heart activity
76
hot packs are a form of physical theraphy that provides?
superficial heat
moist heat
a deep heat
both a and c
77
agent which affects BP, increasing the flow of urine and thus reducing the volume of body fluid
catartic
diuretic
emetic
depressant
78
the pH of a urine sample is checked to determinate?
specific gravity
acidity and alkalinity
presence of dissolved substances
chlorine levels
79
When one encounters a baffling term you should?
write it down several times
try to pronounce it
ask a co-worker
consult a dictionary
80
"occult" means ?
mysterious
hiden
easily found
bening
81
metastasis refers to?
a benign tumor arising from the epithelium
a form of carcinoma
a form of sarcoma
growth of cancer cells from one tissue to another
82
The medical term for nosebleed is?
exudate
epistaxis
hematemesis
hemoptysis
83
The combing form for "women" is?
geno
hetero
gyneco
gyino
84
This usually causes itching and is sometimes accompanied by scaling or blistering
Keratosis
Pemphigus
Eczema
Impetigo
85
normal oral temp is 98.6 degrees f the equivalent c temp is?
39.0
37.0
37.5
36.0
86
mild hypnotic drug that is relaxing but doesn't produce sleep is called?
purgative
narcotic
sedative
stimulative
87
when preparing the patient for a vaginal exam, you would position the patient how?
prone
fowlers
sims
lithotomy
88
the part of the syringe and the needle that may be touched is called?
The needle shaft
none of the choices
the outside of the barrel
the tip of the syringe
89
The first sound heard when taking the blood pressure is the?
capillary pressure
diastolic pressure
venous pressure
systolic pressure
90
technique that employs high frequency, inaudible sound waves which bounce off body tissue is ?
xeradiography
thermography
sonogram or echogram
none of the choices
91
Medicare pays what percentage?
90%
80%
on assignment only
100%
92
Another name for myocardial infraction is?
aortic aneurusm
Heart Attack
tachycardia
ventricular fribrillation
93
The substance used to prevent x-ray exposure is?
lead
copper
barium
aluminim
94
An insurance contract written for a company for it's employees is called?
individual coverage
free coverage
benefit coverage
group coverage
95
when performing a differential white blood cell count, a bashful will be recognize by?
none of the above
Large blue to purple staining granules
segment nucleus, but the granules have to be specifil color
large red to bronze staining granules
96
The abbreviation for "every two hours"
Q.2h.
E.hs.2
E.E.2hr
E.T.H
97
when autoclaving instruments, the timing period begins?
both A & C
when adequate pressure has built up
when instruments are placed in the autoclave & doors shut
when the proper temperature has been reached
98
serum
can be used for all blood chemistry test
can be used for most hematology tests
none of the above
liquid part of whole blood after it has been allowed to clot
99
The most common place to take a pulse is at the?
brachial artery
popliteal artery
carotid artery
radial artery
100
one who studies disease is a?
patio
pathologist
pathology
pathos
101
conducting away is referred to as
afferent
efferent
efference
none of the choices
102
A patient in the supine position is?
lying on their left side with legs flexed
laying flat on their back with palms and face up
lying on their right side with legs flexed
laying face down
103
The word part "phago" means?
to feed
to examine
to breathe
to eat
104
The pre-determined amount of money paid by the patient before an insurance company pays is?
Exclusion
Deductible
Carrier
Coordination of benefits
105
when a venipuncture is performed using a lavender top vacationer tube the sample?
doesn't clot because anticoagulant has been mixed with blood
both A and C
is allowed to clot, and after centrifuging the lipid portion
Is commonly used for hematology testing
106
The term "self" refers to?
endo
ana
iatro
auto
107
atriomegaly refers to ?
incision into the atrium of the heart
enlargement of the atrium of the heart
underveloped atrium of the heart
injury to the atrium of the heart
108
This bone forms the forehead and bony sockets which contain the eyes?
temporal
frontal
mandile
parietal
109
A suffix is the?
meaning of a word
ending of a word
root of a word
beginning of a word
110
The abbreviation for "every hour"
h.r
E.er
Q.H
E.H
111
The word part which means "joint" is?
joint/o
cost/o
arthr/o
carp/o
112
If a pt has complained of chest pain collapses in the office, you should?
be sure the pt is breathless & pulse less before giving CPR
immediately begin chest compressions
check the pos chart to see what medication they are taking
call an ambulance
113
gov agency having legal responsibility for enforcing proper drug manufacture and clinical use
the department of health
national drug abuse administration
national formulary
food and drug administration
114
An inflamed condition of the tendon and tendon muscles is called?
epicondylitis
tendonitis
strain
torticollis
115
Inflammation of the meninges due usually to bacterial infection?
Encephalitis
Multiple Sclerosis
Herpes Zoster
Meningitis
116
Facial bones that compose the massive upper jaw bones are called?
lacrimal bones
mandibular bones
vomer bones
maxillary bones
117
The urinary system is composed of?
kidneys, bladder, urethra, and cervix
kidneys, bladder, urethra, and external genitalia
kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra
prostate, bladder, kidneys, and ureters
118
A tray for pelvic examination usually includes?
otoscope, gloves, lubricant
lubricant, vaginal speculum, gloves
vaginal speculum, glove, hemostat, forceps
glove, lubricant, vaginal speculum, tenaculum
119
When a patient must cancel an appointment you should?
immediately schedule another appointment
express regret
refuse to re-book another unless they promise to be there
reprimand the patient
120
Hepatitis is?
inflammation of the thyroid
inflammation of the liver
inflammation of the kidneys
inflammation of the spleen
121
The best respiratory rate can be taken by?
placing your hand on the patients chest
someone else distract the pt while you check the respiration
telling the patient you are taking their respiration
watching the pts chest rise&fall while taking the pulse
122
when one encounters a baffling term you should
ask a co-worker
write it down several time
try to pronunce it
consult a dictionary
123
Seizure disorder is associated with electrical impulses from the neurons of the brain is?
meningitis
Epilepsy
Ancephalitis
Bell's palsy
124
During an eye examination using the snellen's eye chart, the patient should?
close one eye
hold one eye closed by pressing one hand against it
keep both eyes open but cover one of them
keep both eyes open
125
A prefix is the?
root of a word
meaning of a word
ending of a word
beginning of a word
126
Condition of excessive intraocular pressure which results in atrophy of the optic nerve is?
Odreolum
Amblyopia
Glaucoma
Strabismus
127
A pap smear is used to?
detect abnormal menses
determine fertility
detect cervical cancer
determine pregnancy
128
Tiny microscopic projections in the wall of the small intestines, that absorbs nutrients
pyloris
villus,villi
rugae
uvula
129
The word part "itis" means?
condition
malignant
soft
inflammation
130
A goiter?
controls levels of blood calcium
is essential for life, secretes steroids
is a visible swelling of the thread gland
is the result of hyperparathyroidism
131
the vitamin that is necessary for the proper clothing of the blood is ?
vitamin A
Niacin
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
132
The longest bone in the body is the?
Femur
fibula
Tibia
humerus
133
When focusing the microscope, one should begin with which object?
40x
10x
100x
high power
134
during galvanic electrical stimulation , the patient?
can also received hot pack treatment
can be left unattended
can also receive hydrotherapy
must be attended at all times
135
Once complete heart beat, combining the contraction and relaxation phases is known as the?
cardiac cycle
base line cycle
ecg cycle
electrode cycle
136
Facial bones that compose the lower jaw are referred to as?
maxillary bones
lacrimal bones
vomer bones
mandibular bones
137
Liver enlargement is referred to as?
hepatomegaly
hyperliver
hyperhepat
hopomegaly
138
Poor records are kept & a physician fails to report the income & deductions to the IRS, charge?
fraud
negligence
suspension
dishonesty
139
The suffix which means "pain" is?
algia
orgia
ectomy
ilgia
140
A critical illness resulting in the sudden cessation if kidney function is known as?
spastic colon
pyelonephritis
polycystic kidney
renal failure
141
drugs agents that neutralize the hydrochloric acid in the stomach are called?
tranquilizers
analgesics
alcohol
antacids
142
Pathology is?
none of the above
the process of disease
the study of disease
the study of paths
143
This attacks joints & surrounding tissues, an intermittent disease w/ periods of remission
Dysplagia
Dislocation
Bursitis
Rheumatoid arthritis
144
A.I.D.S is the initials for?
none of these choices
acquired immune deficiency syndrome
active immunity deficiency sickness
arthritic immune deficiency syndrome
145
Auscultation is done by using a?
stethoscope
otoscope
percussion hammer
speculum
146
The word indicating the date medical insurance coverage begins is called?
Exclusionary
Effective
Carrier
Lapse
147
the digestion of fats occurs mainly in the ?
mouth
stomach
large intestine
small intestine
148
the abbreviation for "immediately"
STAT
IMT
Rx
IMM
149
the most common position for chest x-rays are
lateral
PA and lateral
lateral and oblique
PA and AP
150
A tumor that is nonprogressive & not life threatening is considered?
benign
sarcoma
adenine
Malignant
151
and ultrasound should not be used for ?
muscle strains
tumors
none of the choices
sprains
152
an injection given at a 45 degree angle is an?
intradermal
subcutaneous
intravenous
intramuscular
153
the three main groups of carbohydrates are?
fat, proteins, and minerals
glucose,fructose and galactose
sucrose, cellulose and oxygen
monosaccharides, disaccarides, polysaccharides
154
A listing of specific services rendered and fees charged is a/an?
itemized statement
control sheet
day sheet
none of the above
155
The universal donor is blood type?
A
B
O
AB
156
a simple sugar to which all forms of carbohydrates are ultimately converted is ?
glucose
sugrocose
maltose
galactose
157
Congenital defect consisting of the absence of a vertebral arch of the spinal column is called?
Hydrocephalus
Tabes dorsalis
Paresthesia
Spina bifida
158
a lipid profile includes testing for
cholesterol
glucose
protein
chloride
159
galactose is a product of the digestion of?
meat
maltose
breads
milk
160
High blood pressure is referred to as?
hypertension
hyperemia
hyperthermia
hypertrophy
161
A chronic disease of insulin deficiency or resistance is called?
insulin transfusion
diabetes mellitus
cushing's sydrome
cretinism
162
Metabolic bone disorder affecting postmenopausal women & is characterized by the loss of Ca&P?
Osteoporosis
kyphosis
Scoliosis
Sprain
163
A patient is bleeding heavily from a wound on the forearm, you should?
apply a tourniquet
clean the wound so the doctor can suture as soon as possible
apply direct pressure
elevate the arm
164
purpose of applying paste or jelly when running and ECG is to reduce?
chance of shocking the assistant
chance of shorting the machine
skin resistance
chance of shocking the patient
165
Hypertension is also referred to as?
low blood pressure
hyperglycemia
hypertrophy
high blood pressure
166
When a small sample of tissue is taken from the body and sent to a clinical lab to be examined?
examination
operation
none of the above
biopsy
167
The outer most cellular layer of the skin is called?
epidermis
corium
subcutaneous
none of the above
168
The "master" gland of the human body is called?
thyroid gland
exocrine gland
pituitary gland
adrenal gland
169
A counting chamber utilized in manual microscopic methods is called?
hemacytometer
byamestometer
centraometer
hemacounter
170
The word part "nephron" means?
liver
kidney
glomerulus
spleen
171
which of the following needles has the widest lumen
26 gauge
23 gauge
19 gauge
22 gauge
172
if a patient begins to feel faint during a venipuncture you should?
have the pt out their head between her knees
Tell the patient to relax because you need to get the blood
go ask the doctor to come and help the pt
none of the choices
173
A mysterious condition which kills apparently infants between the ages of 4 weeks and 7 months?
apnea
pneumonia
sudden infant death syndrome
tuberculosis
174
The most important muscle to aid in breathing
deltoid
trapezius
diaphragm
pectoralis major
175
A patient's financial account is referred to as?
charge slip
income slip
ledger or ledger card
monthly statement
176
The word part meaning "white" is?
lyte
sarco
leuko
cyto
177
Incorrect information given that may injure the reputation of another is called?
battery
fort
breach of contract
slander
178
A condition indicating that certain elements are lacking in the blood is called?
anemia
all of the choices
angina
ischemia
179
The first way to communicate courtesy to the telephone caller is to?
excuse yourself if you must put the person on hold
put them on hold
none of these choices
answer promptly, identify yourself, and ask how you may help
180
drugs used to prevent clotting of blood are?
tranquilizers
analgesics
none of the choices
anticoagulants
181
congenital anemia occurring among blacks which an average of 1/10 carry the abnormal gene is?
ischemia
angina
sickle cell
trisomy 21
182
when you are asked to take a cervical x-ray, you would take the film of the ?
lower back
none of the choices
central vertebra
neck region
183
which of the following may precipitate individual attacks of asthma?
inhalation of cold air
exposure to mists and dusts in industrial plants
volatine irritants from organic solvent
all of the choices
184
Palpation is done by?
using a percussion hammer
listening with a stethoscope
looking at the area
feeling a part with the hand
185
the voice box is called?
glottis
trachea
larynx
pharynx
186
intradermal injections are usually given?
none of the choices
when meds irritate muscle tissue
for allergy testing
for skin problems
187
If a carotid pulse was taken, it would be taken in the?
neck
wrist
back of the knee
temporal region
188
Which of the following are characteristics of infantile eczema?
an increase in sebaceous active producing oily skin
red, raised, pruritic, scaling areas on cheeks & diaper area
In all cases, it resolves permanently for 3 yrs of age
Usually appears in the first year of life.
189
A patient in the prone position is?
lying face down
lying on the left w/ legs flexed
laying on their back with their legs flexed
lying on their back with palms and face up
190
Person incapable of forming melanin is called
Leukoderma
Albino
Caucasian
Pale faced
191
A substance provided by the stomach, necessary for the digestive of food is called?
insulin
glucose
hydrochloric acid
glycogen
192
a Z-track injection is what type of injection given to the gluteal muscle of the buttocks
intradermal
intra-arterial
intravenous
intramuscular
193
large amounts of injectable medication,at least 2mL or more are given
subcutaneously
intramuscularly
intradermally
intravenously
194
A patient who is 68 years old is most likely covered by what type of insurance?
Medicare
HIC
CHAMPUS
Medicaid

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