Module #7 Midpoint

A MA is performing an allergen skin test on a pt. Which of the following actions should the MA take?

• Immediately report signs of anaphylaxis

• Let the pt choose to have the test completed on their thigh or stomach

• Stop the test if the pt wheezes and sneezes

• Continue allergy testing on areas where the pt has developed hives

Which of the following sites should a MA use for the administration of an intradermal skin test?

• Anterior forearm

• Tip of finger

• Inner heal

• Lateral thigh

A MA is performing a visual acuity test on an adult pt. The pt is able to read the 20/30 line with both eyes, but misses one letter. Which of the following results should the MA document in the pt's medical record?

• 20/30 left eye

• 20/30-1 both eyes

• 20/20 both eyes

• 20/30-1 right eye

A MA is preparing to perform a pulmonary function test on a pt who is wearing a suit and tie. When preparing the pt for the test, the MA should instruct the pt to do which of the following?

• Loosen his tie and top buttons

• Point his chin slightly towards his chest

• Undress from the waist up

• Sit with legs crossed

Which of the following instructions should the MA provide to a pt prior to spirometry testing?

• Use your inhaler prior to arriving for the test

• Avoid smoking at least an hour prior to the test

• Wear tight clothing for the test

• NPO for 6 hours prior to the test

The MA assistant prepares to test the visual acuity of a pt. The MA prepares the Snellen Chart to be at eye level, places the pt 20ft from the chart, and instructs the pt they can wear their glasses. What kind of vision testing is the MA performing?

• Near Vision

• Color Vision

• Farsightedness

• Far Vision

The medical assistant is preparing a specimen container for a patient requiring a urinalysis. It is a busy day and the MA would like to be efficient with time. When should the medical assistant label the specimen?

• Before collection

• During collection

• Once specimen is in the lab

• After collection

The medical assistant is performing a pregnancy test for a patient that presents with pregnancy symptoms and a missed period. The MA obtains the sample, adds it to testing device, and waits 3 minutes as instructed by manufacturer. When 3 minutes has elapsed, the MA notes a positive line on the test section, but no presence of a control line in the control section of the test. How should these results be interpreted?

• A positive result

• Invalid

• A negative result

• Positive since pt has symptoms

The laboratory values have resulted on a patient. The medical assistant receives notification there's lab results and opens the patient's chart. The MA notes a critical potassium value. What is the next action of the MA?

• Expect an order to supplement Potassium

• Interpret results for the patient who is worried

• Notify provider immediately

• Make note that the results have been viewed

How from the Snellen eye chart should an adult patient be placed for a visual acuity distance test?

• 5ft

• 10ft

• 20ft

• 30ft