A sub-q injection is given using the following techniques

a 45-degree angle with a 25 gauge needle

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

members absent and the reason for their absence

What is the best description of low-density lipoprotein?

lipoprotein consisting of protein/ cholesterol, forms plaque

A facsimile transmittal cover page

should include a confidentiality statement

The major purpose of the MSDS is

to complete all OSHA requirements

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

the needle is not in a blood vessel

A subcutaneous injection is given using the following technique:

a 45-degree angle with a 25-gauge needle

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

health-care-acquired infection or nosocomial infection

The most accurate to measure the length of an infant is to

make a mark on the exam table paper at babys head and feet

Blood-borne pathogens

disease producing microorganisms by blood, body fluid, tissu

A patient who is noncompliant is one who

does not follow the doctors orders

Anaphylactic shock involves

general alergic reaction to a foreign substance may be fatal

Among other things, HIPAA is concerned with

protecting personal health information

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

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