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WorksheetsHealth Science II Exam Review
Total questions: 88
Worksheet time: 44mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which principle of the chain of infection is demonstrated by Whitney's opportunistic infection?
a)
Portal of entry
b)
Portal of exit
c)
Susceptible host
d)
Reservoir
2.
Which lab equipment allows for the growth of microorganisms without the aid of oxygen?
a)
Aerobic
b)
Anerobic
c)
Non-pathogens
d)
Pathogens
3.
Which is an example of diagnostic service?
a)
Administering medication
b)
Ambulation TID
c)
Oxygen therapy
d)
Strep test
4.
Which vital signs need to be reported to a supervisor?
a)
T- 100, P- 60, R- 18, BP- 138/90
b)
T- 102.4, P- 104, R- 22, BP- 140/88
c)
T- 97.6 (AX), P- 92, R- 20, BP- 100/60
d)
T- 99.2 (R), P- 84, R- 12, BP- 110/70
5.
Mrs. Hancock, a patient, calls the doctor's office asking to speak immediately to the nurse, Susie. How should the receptionist respond?
a)
"Mrs. Hancock, you know you cannot insist on talking to Susie every time you call. I will tell her you called."
b)
"Mrs. Hancock, is this an emergency? Susie is not available, but I can take a message. She will call you back at her earliest convenience."
c)
"Mrs. Hancock, Susie is in the room with Mr. Roberts. When she finishes checking the rash on his leg, I will ask her to call you."
d)
"Mrs. Hancock, you seem upset. Tell me what is wrong, and I will go see if Susie can take this call right now."
6.
A patient is only drinking water and having broth after surgery. Which abbreviation will be used to document this dietary restriction?
a)
cl liq
b)
NPO
c)
pc
d)
po
7.
A health informatics professional who reviews patient records for malpractice and negligence cases would be employed by a(n)
a)
Attorney
b)
clinic
c)
hospial
d)
physician's office
8.
When the patient misses his appointment, the doctor's office may choose to:
a)
take the patient out of the active patient files
b)
bill the patient for the missed visit
c)
block the patient from scheduling another appointment
d)
post a 'no whow" list on the front office window
9.
What would a healthcare professional do before each skill check-off of aseptic technique
a)
disinfect their hands
b)
sterilize their hands
c)
vaccinate their hands
d)
wash their hands
10.
A patient is isolated because of staphylococci. Which PPE will healthcare professionals need before caring for the patient?
a)
goggles
b)
gowns
c)
gloves
d)
mask
11.
Rebecca is recovering from the H1N1 virus. She develops diarrhea after eating contaminated food. This type of infection is a(n)
a)
endogenous infection
b)
exogenous infection
c)
local infection
d)
systemic infection
12.
Melody dropped a pan of contaminated instruments on the floor. She used a clorox solution to clean the area. Which method of aspetic control did she use on the floor?
a)
antisepsis
b)
cavitation
c)
disinfection
d)
sterilization
13.
What is the competence in an activity or occupation because of one's skill, training, or other qualifications?
a)
abilities
b)
degree
c)
interests
d)
values
14.
Susan passed the government agency's state-mandated board exam and maintains certain standards for her healthcare profession. Susan is:
a)
certificated
b)
credentialed
c)
licensed
d)
registered
15.
Which practice indicates that Rosemary is addressing her personal hygiene?
a)
brushes her teeth
b)
irons her uniform
c)
wears her hair up
d)
wears stud earrings
16.
Brooke prepares a document that illustrates her accomplishments. She plans to take this to her job interview. Brooke is working on her:
a)
credentialling portfolio
b)
professional portfolio
c)
career planning protfolio
d)
job market portfolio
17.
In which health science career cluster does the professional worker create a picture of the health status of the patient and other clients at a single point in time?
a)
Diagnostic services
b)
health informatics
c)
support services
d)
therapeutic services
18.
Jennifer's primary role is to document patient care. Jennifer works in the area of:
a)
diagnostic services
b)
health informatics
c)
support services
d)
therapeutic services
19.
Kim is involved in bioscience research and development that applies to human health. Kim works in the area of:
a)
Biotechnology Research and develpment
b)
diagnostic services
c)
health informatics
d)
therapeutic services
20.
Frances asked Dr. Jones, "What is a hysterectomy?" Dr. Jones responds, "removal of the uterus." Which part of the communication model does Frances's question represent?
a)
feedback
b)
message
c)
receiver
d)
sender
21.
When Mr. Bell is admitted for glaucoma surgery, he has trouble seeing the documents in order to sign them. What barrier is inhibiting effective communication?
a)
cultural
b)
environmental
c)
personal
d)
physical
22.
When Travis delivers a lunch try to a visually impaired patient, he compares the location of the food to the face of a clock (peas at 9, meat at 12, etc) this is an example of which communication strategy?
a)
cultural
b)
environmental
c)
phyical
d)
visual
23.
Bob says "Hello" to Marta as he walks past her. Marta smiles at Bob. Using the communication model, what is the feedback?
a)
Bob
b)
"hello"
c)
Marta
d)
Marta's smile
24.
When Patricia's supervisor asked her to work in a different unit, Patricia refuses and said, "I am not going to be picked on today." The supervisor did not get upset because she understood that Patricia's response was related to which influence on communication?
a)
cultural issues
b)
life experiences
c)
physical environment
d)
prejudice
25.
Mr. Moore sometimes fails to take all of his medicine because he has difficulty opening the bottles. He might need assistance and might also benefit from social contact. Which agency might provide this type of care?
a)
Adult day care
b)
idemnity care
c)
managed care
d)
telemedicine
26.
Tom was injured while serving with the U.S. Marines. His medical expenses will be covered by:
a)
Medicaid
b)
Medicare
c)
Medigap
d)
TRICARE
27.
Abby goes to see her physician because of hypertension. Doctors check her BP, run an EKG, and draw blood for lab work. She has to pay $25.00 for this visit. This payment is known as:
a)
co-insurance
b)
co-pay
c)
deductible
d)
out-of-pocket
28.
As the population continues to increase in age, the trend reflects a need for which type of healthcare service?
a)
epidemiology
b)
geriatric care
c)
technology
d)
telemedicine
29.
A way to lower healthcare costs is to decrease the length of inpatient hospital stays. Which option helps reduce the length of a hospital stay?
a)
doctor's offices
b)
home healthcare
c)
industrial care
30.
A local hospital opens an Urgent Care Center. This healthcare service is an example of::
a)
home healthcare
b)
in-patient services
c)
hospice services
d)
outpatient services
31.
Dasher contracted Hepatitis B from a needle stick while working at the local hospital. To what regulatory agency should this incident be reported?
a)
CDC
b)
EPA
c)
FDA
d)
OSHA
32.
Which is an example of a nonprofit healthcare agency?
a)
American Lung Association
b)
Beaufort City Health Department
c)
Duke Children's Hospital
d)
Union County Health Department
33.
A hospital fee for a patient's outpatient appendectomy totals $5,000. The patient's insurance plan pays $4,000. The plan states that the hospital will not charge the patient the difference. This is an example of a:
a)
Diagnostic related group
b)
Health Maintenance Organization
c)
Preferred Provider Organization
d)
Reimbursement Organizatiobn
34.
A patient decides to have an abortion. The nurse comments, "I would never allow my daughter to do this!" The nurse has violated which behavior?
a)
illegal
b)
ethical
c)
legal
d)
nurse law
35.
Jim asked sue to be his spokesperson in determining treatment measures that should be taken if he is unable to make his own healthcare decisions. After signing a legal document, Sue is Jim's:
a)
advance director
b)
power of attorney
c)
ombudsmen
d)
organ director
36.
When George was admitted to a long term care facility, he was evaluated for memory, habits, and hobbies, Which patient rights legislation requires this evaluation?
a)
Health Insurance Portability and accountability Act (HIPPA)
b)
Nursing home Reform Act (NHRA)
c)
Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
d)
Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA)
37.
What do stopping the use of a feeding tube and withholding CPR on a patient have in common?
a)
abortion
b)
end of life dilemmas
c)
organ donation
d)
research treatment
38.
Dr. Smith opened a medical practice but has not yet passed the state mandated exam. Dr. Smith is guilty of which offense?
a)
false imprisonment
b)
physical abuse
c)
practicing without a license
d)
sexual abuse
39.
A student nurse told his roommate about a patient at the nursing home. Which patient rights legislation was violated?
a)
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
b)
Nursing Home Reform Act (NHRA)
c)
Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
d)
Patient Self-Determination Act(PSDA)
40.
The HOSA officers plan three goals for the new school year. This is what stage in team building?
a)
Forming
b)
Storming
c)
Norming
d)
Performing
41.
An effective team allows the members to express their ideas. Which Stage of team building does this represent?
a)
Forming
b)
Storming
c)
Norming
d)
Performing
42.
When a patient cannot reach the call bell, a nurse moves it within reach. Which safety consideration is being followed?
a)
Body mechanics
b)
Environmental afety
c)
General guidelines
d)
Patient safety
43.
Whitney always stands with her feet shoulder width apart when preparing to lift and move a patient. Which healthcare professional safety guideline is Whitney following?
a)
Body mechanics
b)
Ergonomics program
c)
Fire Safety program
d)
general guidelines
44.
Mrs. Fields conducts safety drills at school because she believes it is best to prepare for, respond to, and recover from unexpected situations. Which environmental safety process is she following?
a)
Basic emergency response
b)
Fire Safety
c)
General guidelines
d)
hazardous materials
45.
Which treatment is most effective for bacteria?
a)
antibiotic
b)
antiviral
c)
fungicide
d)
MRS
46.
Following a camping trip in a wooded, mountain area, James developed a rash. The most likely cause of the rash is:
a)
helmiths
b)
rickettsiae
c)
bacilli
d)
virus
47.
Which precautions would be used if MRSA and scabies are suspended?
a)
Blood borne pathogen
b)
extended
c)
standard
d)
TB
48.
Which is true about vaccinations?
a)
Act as a way to decrease the numnber of microorganisms in a reservoir
b)
Are a way to control the spread of microorganisms
c)
Increase hospital revenue and should be used to decrease the cost of c-insurance
d)
Make it harder for antibodies and antigens to react with a microorganism
49.
What organism has no symptoms and is considered normal flora?
a)
Aerobic
b)
Anerobic
c)
Non-pathogens
d)
Pathogens
50.
Jody is schedule for a follow up appointment after sustaining a radial fracture. During the visit, Jody's wrist was flexed and extended. This is what type of service?
a)
Diagnostic services
b)
Evaluation of care
c)
In-patient care
d)
Therapeutic services
51.
Which is an example of diagnostic services?
a)
Administering medication
b)
Ambulation TID
c)
Oxygen therapy
d)
Strep test
52.
Angela is scheduled for a physical with Dr. Garret. A nurse assists her into the exam room and prepares her for the exam. During the exam, the nurse's responsibility to Angela is to:
a)
clean the exam table with disinfectant
b)
make sure Dr. Garret has needed diagnostic tools
c)
make sure the clnic is running smoothly
d)
provide for her safety and comfort
53.
Upon documenting a patient's admission, the CMA notes that the patient's sister has ovarian cancer. This is considered what part of collecting patient data?
a)
Chief complaint
b)
Family History
c)
Medical History
d)
Prsent Illness
54.
The doctor is assessing the patient's responses to the new medication they started 4 weeks ago. This is part of which patient care process?
a)
Plan patient care
b)
Implement patient care
c)
Evaluate patient care
d)
revise patient care
55.
The doctor is explaining orders to the nurse. The orders are which part of the patient care process?
a)
Plan patient care
b)
Implement patient cre
c)
Evaluate patient care
d)
Revise patient care
56.
Dr. Williams uses sound to assess the patient's condition. Which instrument is being used?
a)
Glass thermometer
b)
otoscope
c)
reflex hammer
d)
Stethoscope
57.
The respiratory therapist notes inspiratory rales. This is an example of:
a)
subjective observation
b)
objective observation
c)
evaluation of care
d)
implementation of care plan
58.
Tess age 8, had oral surgery and is breathing through her mouth. Which type of thermometer is best for the nursing assistant to use when taking Tess's temperature?
a)
Aural
b)
Glass
c)
Oral electronic
d)
Rectal electronic
59.
The doctor requests the most accurate temperature for a hypothermic patient. The student will obtain and document which temperature?
a)
95.2
b)
96.2 (AX)
c)
96.2 (R)
d)
97.2
60.
Doris is experiencing decreased feeling in her lower limbs. Which pulse site is best to assess for circulation?
a)
radial
b)
brachial
c)
dorsalis pedis
d)
carotid
61.
Sally presents to the emergency department with a chief complaint of difficulty breathing. Sally's complaint describes:
a)
cyanosis
b)
dyspnea
c)
tachypnea
d)
wheezing
62.
The health science student takes a patient's blood pressure, which is 166/78. The student needs to be concerned about the:
a)
heart contracting
b)
heart resting
c)
irregular pulse rate
d)
irregular rhythum of th heartbeat
63.
In which position should a patient be placed if his/her blood pressure is 50/30 during an assessment?
a)
Prone
b)
Sims
c)
Stitting
d)
Trendelenburg
64.
Dakota is admitted to the outpatient area for bleeding in the mouth. The best position of the nurse to place him is:
a)
High fowler's
b)
lithotomy
c)
low fowlers
d)
Sim's
65.
Jackie is scheduled for a massage. She complains of muscle tightness in her neck and shoulders. The most relaxing treatment of Jackie's muscle tightness is:
a)
effleurage
b)
hot packs
c)
ice packs
d)
petrissage
66.
The occupational therapist assesses decreased ability to swallow thin liquids on the right side of the patient's throat. This is an example of:
a)
subjective observation
b)
objective observation
c)
evaluation of care
d)
implementation of care
67.
The student obtained Sally's temperature under her arm. What is the correct documentation?
a)
100.2 (AX)
b)
98.2 (T)
c)
99.2`
d)
102 (R)
68.
A patient underwent an excision of a malignant lesion on his/her trunk. What is the main term for the CPT code?
a)
lesion
b)
excision
c)
malignant
d)
trunk
69.
A patient's diagnosis is left subdural hemorrhagic stroke. What is the main term for the ICD-9 code?
a)
Left
b)
Hemorrhagic
c)
Stroke
d)
subdural
70.
What is the best way for the central supply technician to assure patient safety from contamination by surgical instruments?
a)
Antisepsis
b)
Disinfection
c)
Sterilzation
d)
Ultrasonic cleaning
71.
A hospital administrator provides training for nurses related to the use of new computers. Which area of resource management does this training address?
a)
Acquiring and distributing resources
b)
Managing agency finances
c)
Monitoring productivity
d)
Participating in staff development
72.
The team manager tells the unit secretary that she is not going to reschedule the break times until the new employee arrives. This is an example of which reactive strategy in managing team conflict?
a)
Acting
b)
Adjusting
c)
Accommodation
d)
Avoiding
73.
Tracy values other team members. She is exhibiting a characteristic of what kind of leader?
a)
Autocratic
b)
Democratic
c)
Laissez-faire
d)
Repbulican
74.
A healthcare team of many professionals allows them to plan the best treatment for patients. A multidisciplinary healthcare team allows:
a)
each member's role to be strictly defined
b)
team members to develop individual goals
c)
independent practice without need for team cooperation
d)
development of free responsibilities
75.
The indian medicine man visited Mrs. Johnson for a ceremony of healing. This is an example of which element of wellness?
a)
Emotional
b)
Mental
c)
Social
d)
Spiritual
76.
Debbie always uses her planner, which helps her manage her time. This is an example of which stress management method?
a)
Accept Stress
b)
Adapt to stress
c)
Alter Stress
d)
Avoid Stress
77.
A healthcare provider aligns client's bones. What type of complementary/alternative medicine is the healthcare provider practicing?
a)
Chiropractic
b)
Herbal remedies
c)
Massage therapy
d)
Relaxation techniques
78.
Julien is working in the emergency department. He feel that this position is very demanding and that he is experiencing physical symptoms of these demands. Julien probably has:
a)
arthritis
b)
hypotension
c)
migraines
d)
pneumonia
79.
Lindsay wants to complete her nursing degree in two years. She plans to attend a community college. Which degree will she earn
a)
Associate's
b)
Bachelor's
c)
Master's
d)
Doctorate
80.
Which blood pressure reading needs to be reported immediately?
a)
110/60
b)
132/78
c)
144/80
d)
188/120
81.
The support services employee is cleaning a hospital bed following a patient's discharge. Which statement shows understanding of disinfection?
a)
"I will use a chemical solution to disinfect the bed"
b)
"I will use betadine to disinfect the bed"
c)
"I will use soap and water to disinfect the bed"
d)
"I will use steam to disinfect the bed"
82.
The local cattlemen's association is planning an informational session on increasing farm animal production. Which Biotechnology application is MOST appropriate to discuss?
a)
Improving animal health
b)
Enhancing human medical application
c)
Enhancing animal products
d)
Protecting the environment and helping conserve endangered species
83.
Working with the local cooperative extension office, Mosley asked for advice on how to decrease bug infestation in his tomato fields. This is an example of:
a)
animal biotechnology
b)
crop biotchnology
c)
forest biotechnology
d)
medical/healthcare biotechnology
84.
Within the improving medical and health-care applications in biotechnology, the use of over-the-counter cholesterol tests is an example of:
a)
diagnosing diseases.
b)
treating diseases
c)
enhancing medical applications.
d)
improving animal health.
85.
Adam monitors machine problems, including computerized equipment. His position falls under which biotechnology career category?
a)
Manufacturing support
b)
Production position
c)
Quality control
d)
Research and development
86.
An area poultry plant is experiencing an increase in the Coccidiosis parasite in chickens. Which area should a farmer call for professional advice?
a)
Animal Biotechnology
b)
Crop biotechnology
c)
Forest biotechnology
d)
Medical/healthcare biotechnology
87.
The animal research department is working on a new transgenic animal for better organ transplants. Which part of the animal biotechnology application is it using?
a)
Improving animal health
b)
Enhancing human medical applications
c)
Enhancing animal products
d)
Protecting the environment and conserving endangered species
88.
A nuclear power plant operator notes an increase in radiation in the water downstream from the new monitoring system. The application that created the new monitoring system is:
a)
crop biotechnology.
b)
forest biotechnology
c)
medical/healthcare biotechnology
d)
chemical and environmental biotechnology
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