Physical Exams

Which tool is needed to perform the Weber test and the Rinne test?

• Tuning fork

• Tympanometer

• Wrist watch

• Audiometer

What is the primary role of a medical assistant during an EENT exam?

• To distract the patient and the physician

• To assist the physician in any way that is needed

• To wait outside the exam room until the exam is finished

• To perform the exam with the assistance of the physician

What is the purpose of running a laryngeal mirror under warm water before an examimation of the throat?

• A cold mirror will startle the patient

• A cold mirror is not reflective

• A cold mirror will fog up in the patient's mouth

• A cold mirror is harmful to the patient

Which of the following is an example of a subjective finding?

• The patient has high blood pressure

• The patient has lost weight since the previous visit

• The patient complains of dizziness and nausea

• The patient has a rash on both arms

Which of the following would be most appropriate for an examination of the rectum?

• Supine

• Sim's

• Fowler's

• Prone

Which examination technique involves listening to internal body sounds with a stethoscope?

• Auscultation

• Manipulation

• Percussion

• Inspection

Which pulse points should be checked in infants and small children?

• Jugular or radial

• Radial or brachial

• Femoral or radial

• Apical with a stethoscope, or femoral or brachial

During a complete physical exam, in what position is the patient typcially placed during the examination of the breast, abdomen, and extremities?

• Supine position

• Sims position

• Lithotomy position

• Standing position

What is the general role of the medical assistant during a complete physical exam?

• To dictate observations about the patient to the physician

• To assess the patient from head to toe

• To assist the physician in any way that is needed

• To make sure the physician does not get distracted

The Trendelenburg position increases circulation to the...

• lower extremities

• pelvis

• brain and heart

• abdomen