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WorksheetsMedical Assisting 1-2 Pretest 25-26
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 33mins
When performing medical aseptic hand washing: (MA 10.1)
Use cold water
Should last no longer than 15 seconds
Fingertips should be pointed below the elbows
Turn off faucet with back of clean hand
What is the most common disease a provider may contract? (MA 10.2)
HIV
HCV
HBV
HAV
The “Big 3” refers to which blood borne pathogens (MA 10.2)
HIV, HCV, HBV
HIV, HCV, HAV
HIV, AIDS, HBV
HIV, HAV, HBV
The governmental agency responsible to “ensure the safety and health of America’s workers by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach, and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health.” (MA 10.2)
Occupational Safety and Health Authority
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Centers for Disease Control
Federal Drug Administration
What is the role of the CDC? (MA 10.2)
Prepare the nation for all types of health threats
Regulate food and drug safety
Regulate workplace safety and sanitation standards
Prepare internationally for all types of health threats
Ringworm is a type of: (MA 10.2)
Virus
Bacteria
Fungi
Protozoa
Influenza and measles are types of: (MA 10.2)
Virus
Bacteria
Fungi
Parasitic microorganism
Superbugs have built up a resistance to: (MA 10.2)
Antivirals
Antifungals
Antibiotics
Anti-inflammatories
In which of the following ways can a bloodborne disease be spread? (MA 10.2)
Coughing
Sneezing
Accidental needle stick
Kissing
What are Universal Precautions designed to prevent? (MA 10.2)
Accidents in the workplace
Transmission of bloodborne pathogens and other infectious agents
Fire hazards
Improper lifting techniques
What are the procedures for reporting communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens in a healthcare setting? (MA 10.3)
Not reporting
Immediately notifying appropriate authorities and following organizational protocols for reporting
Waiting for symptoms to resolve
Ignoring reporting procedures
During a patient exam, a face mask should be worn if there is a risk of contact with: (MA 10.4)
Blood sprays
Respiratory secretions
Body fluid sprays
Any of these
Which is the correct process for donning PPE? (MA 10.4)
gown, gloves, goggles, mask
gown, mask, gloves, goggles
gown, mask, goggles, gloves
mask, goggles, gown, gloves
What PPE is required for a patient in droplet precautions for MRSA in the sputum? (MA 10.5)
gown and gloves
gown, gloves, mask, and goggles
gown, gloves, mask
gown, gloves, and N95 mask
Which of the following best demonstrates proper doffing (removal) of personal protective equipment (PPE) after leaving an isolation room? (MA 10.5)
Remove gloves first, then gown, then mask, then wash hands
Remove mask first to breathe better, then the gown
Remove gown, then gloves, then clean mask for reuse
Remove PPE in the hallway to avoid contamination in the room
What materials should not be placed inside of a biohazard bag? (MA 10.6)
Gloves with feces on it
Human or animal specimen cultures
Used needles
Gloves with blood on it
What is the ration of bleach to water for cleaning spills when a spill kit is not available? (MA 10.7)
1:1
5:1
10:1
100:1
What is the importance of following proper procedures for cleaning laboratory spills? (MA 10.7)
Following proper procedures has no impact
It minimizes exposure to hazardous substances, reduces the risk of accidents, and maintains a safe working environment
It increases confusion
It only affects aesthetics
What is the procedures for handling and disposing of contaminated and hazardous items according to OSHA guidelines? (MA 10.8)
Improper handling and disposal
Using appropriate PPE, segregating contaminated materials, properly labeling containers, and following regulations for transportation and disposal at designated facilities
Ignoring regulations
Disposing of hazardous items in regular waste bins
Your facility is using a new cleaning solution to clean patient rooms. Where would you find information about the chemicals found in the cleaning solution? (MA 10.9, 10.19)
MSDS
Product label
OSHA
SDS and product label
What acronym is important to remember and follow first when a fire has started in the facility? (MA 10.9)
OSHA
HIPAA
PASS
RACE
A fire alarm sounds while you are taking a patient’s blood pressure in a doctor’s office, you should: (MA 10.10)
Finish taking the BP and not evacuate
Stop what you are doing and assist the patient out of the building
Stop what you are doing, direct the patient out, then assist other patients
Do not evacuate since you do not smell smoke
The process that destroys all microorganisms both pathogenic and non-pathogenic including spores and viruses. (MA 10.11)
Disinfection
Sanitation
Sterilization
Asepsis
Blood borne pathogens may enter your system through: (MA 10.11)
Open cuts
Sweat
Tears
All of the above
What is the importance of proper storage of equipment, materials, and chemicals in maintaining a safe work environment? (MA 10.12)
Proper storage has no importance
It reduces the risk of accidents, chemical exposures, spills, and injuries
It reduces the effectiveness of the equipment/chemicals
It increases the office efficiency
Which of the following best describes a proper method for maintaining a blood pressure cuff according to manufacturer guidelines? (MA 10.14)
Store in a freezer to prevent bacterial growth
Sanitize with appropriate disinfectant and check for wear or leaks regularly
Soak it in bleach overnight
Share it between patients without cleaning
After properly cleaning a blood contaminated spill you should: (MA 10.15)
Nothing, you are all done
Clean the area multiple times just to be safe
Let the area air dry
Mark the area with a wet floor sign
Why is it important to report and isolate unsafe conditions? (MA 10.15)
To increase confusion
To save time and effort
To prevent accidents, injuries, and potential hazards for oneself and others
To promote hazards
Why is it important to use proper body mechanics and lifting techniques? (MA 10.16)
To increase confusion
To save time and effort
To reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries and strains while lifting or moving objects
To promote hazards
The national safety patient goals focus on: (MA 10.18)
Chemical safety in the workplace
Problems in healthcare and how to solve them
Provide training and education to patients
Health and safety chemical information
The prefix Hypo refers to: (MA 3.1)
Low
High
Slow
Fast
Your patient presents with hypertension, hypertension is the medical word for: (MA 3.1)
Fast heartrate
Low blood pressure
High blood pressure
Slow heartrate
What does cardi- refer to? (MA 3.1)
the brain
the lungs
the heart
the eyes
What does derma refer to? (MA 3.1)
skin
brain
eyes
heart
Movement of the arm toward the midline of the body is: (MA 3.1)
abduction
adduction
inversion
elevation
Movement of the sole of the foot towards the midline of the body: (MA 3.1)
Dorsiflexion
plantarflexion
inversion
eversion
An acute injury is an injury that: (MA 3.1)
happened one year ago
happened one month ago
can be treated with heat
just happened
An erect stance, arms at the sides, palms facing forward describes the ________ (MA 3.1)
anatomical position
sagittal plane
frontal plane
transverse plane
This plane divides the body into front and back: (MA 3.1)
anatomical position
sagittal plane
frontal plane
transverse plane
This plane divides the body into top and bottom parts: (MA 3.1)
anatomical position
sagittal plane
frontal plane
transverse plane
What does the term anterior mean? (MA 3.1)
front of the body
above
to the middle
lying face down
What does the term superior mean? (MA 3.1)
front of the body
to the side
away from the surface
above
What does the term medial mean? (MA 3.1)
back of the body
to the middle
to the side
located farther away
What does the term distal mean? (MA 3.1)
away from the surface
sole of the foot
located farther away from the trunk
back of the body
The word oste- refers to: (MA 3.1)
Foot
bone
muscle
ligament
An injury or illness that a patient has suffered from for an extended period of time is considered what? (MA 3.1)
Acute
Chronic
Insidious
Inflammation
A wound that barely penetrates the skin is considered: (MA 3.1)
Superior
Proximal
Superficial
Deep
The suffix “itis” means? (MA 3.1, SM 1.3)
Inflammation of
Increased
Decreased
Removal
The suffix “ectomy” means? (MA 3.1, SM 1.3)
Increased
Decreased
Removal
Inflammation of
The prefix meaning opposed to or against: (MA 3.1)
Un-
Anti-
Pro-
Ipsi-
What are the potential risks of using unapproved or unclear medical abbreviations? (MA 3.2)
No risks
Increased risk of miscommunication and medical errors
Faster patient recovery
No impact on patient care
Provide examples of approved medical abbreviations used in prescription writing. (MA 3.2)
OD (Once a Day)
BID (Twice a Day)
TID (Three Times a Day)
All of the above
The word brachi- refers to: (MA 3.1, MA 13.2, SM 1.3)
Arm
Leg
Hand
Foot
The axial skeleton refers to the: (MA 13.2)
arms, legs and feet
head, neck and trunk
heart, lungs and brain
spine, brain and legs
What bone Classification are the Vertebrae? (MA 13.2)
Short
Flat
Irregular
Long
The muscle lining the organs is an example of which muscular tissue? (MA 13.2)
Cardiac Muscle
Skeletal Muscle
Smooth Muscle
Strong Muscle
What bone Classification is the Patella? (MA 13.2)
Sesamoid
Flat
Irregular
Long
What is the name of bone A? (MA 13.2)
Clavicle
Scapula
Sternum
Humerus
What is the name of bone C?
Clavicle
Scapula
Scapula
Humerus
What is the name of bone B?
Femur
Tibia
Patella
Fibula
What is the name of bone D?
Femur
Tibia
Patella
Fibula
What bone is labeled C?
Cranium
Mandible
Radius
Ulna
What is the name of the bones labeled C?
Carpals
Metacarpals
Phalanges
Metatarsals
Which letter is pointing to the metatarsals?
A
B
C
A laceration with jagged or irregular-shaped edges should be closed using (M.A. 7.2).
Steri-strips
Tissue Adhesives
Sutures
Left alone
