Principles of Health Science – ACP Exam

Which health career pathway primarily involves diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries?

• A. Therapeutic Services

• B. Diagnostic Services

• C. Health Informatics

• D. Support Services

A biomedical equipment technician, responsible for maintaining hospital machinery, belongs to which health career pathway?

• Health Informatics

• Therapeutic Services

• Biotechnology Research and Development

• Support Services

What is the first step in responding to a fire in a healthcare facility?

• Evacuate all patients

• Call the fire department

• Rescue anyone in immediate danger

• Use the fire extinguisher

The purpose of MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) is to:

• Record patient medical histories

• Provide emergency procedures for hazardous materials

• Track hospital employee work hours

• Schedule medical appointments

Which of the following structures is part of the upper respiratory system?

• Bronchi

• Lungs

• Larynx

• Alveoli

What is the primary function of the nasal cavity in the respiratory system?

• A. Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide

• B. Filtering, warming, and humidifying air

• C. Producing vocal sounds

• D. Pumping oxygenated blood

The trachea branches into two tubes called:

• Bronchioles

• Alveoli

• Bronchi

• Sinuses

Gas exchange between air and blood occurs in which part of the respiratory system?

• Trachea

• Larynx

• Bronchi

• Alveoli

Which condition is characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes and excessive mucus production?

• Asthma

• Bronchitis

• Pneumonia

• Emphysema

Which of the following is a symptom of emphysema?

• Sneezing

• Wheezing

• Chronic cough and difficulty exhaling

• Sinus pressure