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