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WorksheetsClinical 1 Final Exam Review
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
A germicide is an agent that destroys pathogenic microorganisms.
True
False
Employees must provide their own alternative to latex gloves if they show signs of latex anaphylaxis
True
False
What are the two important factors in performing an effective hand wash?
Friction and running warm water
Antibacterial soap and hot water
Length of time spent and type of soap
Position of the hands and temperature of the water
Gloves, gowns, and goggles are examples of:
personal protective equipment
engineering controls
sterilization
asepsis
The pulse rate may vary with the age of each patient.
True
False
The potential for the development of hypertension increases with a patient’s age and weight.
True
False
How long should the pulse be counted for the most accurate results?
1 minute
15 seconds
30 seconds
45 seconds
Caffeine may temporarily increase a patient’s blood pressure.
True
False
When a blood pressure cuff is deflated, the first tapping sound is the ______ pressure.
systolic
diastolic
mean arterial
pulse
Which of the following pulses is palpated in the throat?
carotid
apical
brachial
radial
When using proper body mechanics, medical assistants should twist the body in the direction of the object to be lifted.
True
False
Bending both the knees and keeping the back straight is the best method of picking up a heavy object.
True
False
A murmur indicates a possible problem with a cardiac valve.
True
False
If you are interested in working with patients of all ages who seek help for a wide variety of disorders, employment with which medical specialist would be your best choice?
primary care physician
oncologist
orthopedic surgeon
physical medicine physician
During a physical examination, the physician is listening to sounds from the heart. What method would she be using to do their assessment?
auscultation
percussion
palpation
manipulation
A patient interview may be conducted in a quiet corner of the waiting room.
True
False
When conducting a patient interview, the medical assistant should sit behind a desk with arms crossed and wait for the patient to establish eye contact.
True
False
Children should always be given a choice whether to take their medication.
True
False
Mr. Ignatio’s daughter called today and wants details about her father’s diagnosis. How should the medical assistant manage this request?
Refer to Mr. Ignatio’s authorization of access to his personal information before answering any questions.
Send the daughter a copy of her father’s records.
Ask the daughter come to the office to review the patient’s record.
Call the patient’s attorney for approval.
Mr. Ignatio tells Taylor, the medical assistant, that he is really worried about developing foot ulcers because of his diabetic condition. Taylor has only 10 minutes to spend on patient education today, and he planned to review glucometer techniques. What is the best approach?
Address Mr. Ignatio’s concern 1st by explaining the importance of foot care and then cover questions about his glucometer.
Give Mr. Ignatio a handout about foot care.
Continue with the lesson on glucometers, because that material is more important.
Tell Mr. Ignatio “no time today” they will discuss his circulation problems at the next visit.
If a patient calls the physician’s office with a life-threatening emergency, you should place the person on hold while you activate EMS.
True
False
Hypoglycemia means elevated blood sugar
True
False
If a patient is feeling faint, have them sit with their head in between their knees
True
False
A patient faints in the reception room and falls to the floor. The medical assistant should:
check for a pulse
roll the patient onto his or her right side
place a pillow under the patient’s head and shoulders
place a pillow under the patient’s head and shoulders, keeping the feet and legs flat
On discovering an unresponsive person, the medical assistant first should assess the:
pulse
heart sounds
blood pressure
skin temperature
An AED is used for:
an abnormal heart rhythm
seizures
shock
CVA
A CVA is a:
stroke
heart attack
seizure
defibrillator
The patient may stand 10 feet away from the Snellen Chart during eye examination
True
False
If the patient starts to squint or lean forward during a Snellen exam, the medical assistant should continue to go down the rows until the patient makes more than two errors.
True
False
The medical term that means the “study of the skin” is:
dermatology
dermopathy
dermatitis
dermal
Hemorrhoids are the enlargement of veins either internally or externally in the rectal area.
True
False
The condition in newborns that is caused by high levels of bilirubin in the blood is jaundice
True
False
To which specialist would a patient most likely be referred if a routine physical examination revealed an abnormality in the lower portion of the descending colon?
gastroenterologist
internist
oncologst
pathologist
Colon cancer can be visualized during a(n):
colonscopy
barium enema
EGD
CT scan
What is a permanent form of male birth control?
Vasectomy
Erectile Dysfunction
Condom
Balanitis
Which procedure is used to examine the urethra and bladder?
Cystoscopy
Digital exam
DMSA scan
Ultrasound
Which of the following is not a means of transmitting the HIV virus?
shaking hands
breast feeding
blood transfusion
sexual intercourse
A BRAT diet is used to treat:
Diarrhea
Constipation
Colic
Obesity
Conjunctivitis is known as...
pink eye
strep throat
ear infection
UTI
If a partner is helping you transfer a patient from a wheelchair, the wheels don't have to be locked
True
False
The most common of a gout flare-up is the great toe.
True
False
Loss of bone mass is known as:
Osteoporosis
osteolysis
osteodystrophy
osteoclasis
A _______ occurs when a bone has been completely displaced from the joint.
Dislocation
Sprain
Strain
Fracture
The physician may spray a topical anesthetic on a surgical site before injecting a local anesthetic.
True
False
Nylon suture material is nonabsorbent and strong and has a high degree of elasticity.
True
False
Choose the smallest diameter of a suture strand.
5-0
2-0
3-0
1-0
Which of the following is/are true about the autoclave process?
Steam simultaneously heats and wets the objects being autoclaved.
When the cycle is finished and the chamber has cooled, microorganisms have been destroyed.
The mechanism of action is steam under pressure.
All of the above
Which of these anesthetic agents is injected into subcutaneous tissue, resulting in temporary cessation of feeling at the site of the injection?
Lidocaine
ethyl chloride
fluori-methane
normal saline
How should instruments be handled after the surgery is complete?
Use a sanitizing/disinfectant detergent with a neutral pH that creates a high level of suds.
Wait until any blood on the instrument has dried before cleaning.
Keep all instruments locked to prevent accidental injury.
place heavier contaminated instruments on the floor
What is the complete destruction of all forms of microbial life?
sterilization
sanitization
disinfection
germicide
