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