AMCA - PCT Practice Test #1 (A)

Front

The apical pulse is found by auscultating over the:

Back

Apex of the heart

Front

The selection of one of the 3 available blood pressure cuff sizes depends on the:

Back

Weight of the patient / size of the arm

Front

Latex sensitivity is a type of: Biologic Hazard, Chemical Hazard, Physical Hazard, Allergic reaction

Back

Allergic reaction

Front

Which of the following allows movement? Bone Marrow, Synovial Membrane, Joints, Ligaments

Back

Joints

Front

The outer layer of the skin is called the:

Back

Epidermis

Front

The highest function of the brain take place in the: Cerebral Cortex, Medulla, Brainstem, Spinal Nerves

Back

Cerebral Cortex

Front

Identify the part of the body where urine is formed.

Back

Kidneys

Front

What does the endocrine gland secrete?

Back

Hormones

Front

The immune system protects the body from: Low blood sugar, Disease and infection, Failing and loss of balance, Stunted growth and loss of fluid

Back

Disease and infection

Front

When a patient is restrained, the best way to tell if the restraint is not too loose or too tight is if you can slide:

Back

An open hand between the vest and the person.