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WorksheetsMidterm Review_HST
Total questions: 87
Worksheet time: 44mins
A nursing assistant earns 18.00/hourandworks40hoursthisweekwithnoovertime.Mandatorydeductionsare12 86.40 for taxes and $0 for other). What is the net income for the week?
$720.00 before deductions
$680.00 after taxes
$714.00 after deductions
$633.60 after deductions
After receiving net income of 633.60,ahealthcareworkerpays 250 for rent, 120forutilities,and 90 for transportation. How much money remains for savings and other expenses?
$93.60 remaining funds
$173.60 remaining funds
$120.00 remaining funds
$210.40 remaining funds
Which microorganism requires a living cell to survive?
Bacteria
Fungi
Virus
Protozoa
Which statement best describes teamwork in healthcare?
Only managers make decisions
Team members collaborate to provide high-quality patient care
Teamwork slows down patient treatment
Each healthcare worker performs tasks independently with no communication
In a standard four-quadrant abdominal map, which quadrant contains the majority of the liver?
Left upper quadrant
Right upper quadrant
Left lower quadrant
Right lower quadrant
Which region lies inferior to the umbilical region in the nine-region model?
Left lumbar region
Hypogastric region
Epigastric region
Right hypochondriac region
Which landmark is used to divide the abdomen into upper and lower halves in the four-quadrant system?
Transtubercular line
Subcostal plane
Midclavicular line
Transumbilical plane
Pain from gallbladder inflammation is most likely felt in which quadrant or region?
Right upper quadrant
Left hypochondriac region
Left lower quadrant
Hypogastric region
Which of the following is considered PPE?
Clipboard
Gloves
Stethoscope
ID badge
Which vital sign is measured in breaths per minute?
Temperature degrees Fahrenheit
Pulse beats per minute
Respirations breaths per minute
Blood pressure millimeters mercury
A patient is placed in the Trendelenburg position to improve blood flow to vital organs. Which description is correct?
Patient lies flat on back with head lower than the feet
Patient lies flat on back with feet lower than the head
Patient sits upright at 90°
Patient lies on their side with one leg drawn forward
Which patient position places the body flat on the back with knees bent and feet flat on the bed?
Prone position with arms overhead
Lateral position with pillows between knees
Supine position with straight legs
Dorsal recumbent position with flexed knees
In the Trendelenburg position, how is the patient’s body oriented on the bed?
Feet elevated above the head
Sitting upright at ninety degrees
Head elevated above the feet
Lying sideways with knees flexed
When a documentation error is discovered in a paper chart, what is the correct way to fix it?
Erase the mistake completely
Cover it with correction fluid
Single line through, initial, and date
Rip out and rewrite the page
Which behavior best reflects professional conduct in patient care?
Ignore dress code and hygiene
Gossip about patient details
Share passwords with coworkers
Arrive on time and respect confidentiality
Which action helps break the chain of infection in a clinical setting?
Performing hand hygiene consistently
Keeping used linens on bedside chairs
Reusing gloves between patients
Leaving spills for housekeeping
Which practice violates HIPAA protections for patient privacy?
Discussing patient details in a public elevator
Securely emailing lab results to the care team
Storing charts in a locked cabinet securely
Using de-identified data for classroom training
A patient with suspected influenza enters the clinic coughing. Which sequence shows appropriate infection control actions?
Take vital signs, offer water, open waiting room windows
Provide a mask, perform hand hygiene, clean surfaces
Document cough loudly, notify billing, print consent forms
Call security, move patient outside, lock exam room
Which patient position places the patient on their back with hips and knees flexed and feet supported in stirrups?
Lithotomy with hips and knees flexed in stirrups
Supine with legs straight and relaxed
Fowler with torso elevated forty-five degrees
Prone with legs extended and strapped
What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for a chemical used in a clinic?
Rate the chemical’s effectiveness for sterilization
Describe hazards, safe handling, and emergency measures
Provide pricing and ordering information
List staff authorized to access the supply room
A nurse splashes disinfectant into the eye while cleaning. Which infection control response shows sound reasoning?
Continue working and rinse at end of shift
Report only if pain persists longer than one day
Immediately irrigate the eye and follow SDS first aid
Apply an antibiotic ointment from the med cart
Which item should be included on a student résumé for a healthcare internship?
Opinions on hospital policies
Relevant coursework and certifications
Unverified social media endorsements
Personal medical diagnosis details
In fire safety, the RACE acronym begins with which step?
Rescue people in immediate danger
Assess smoke color carefully
Evaluate building floor plans
Call a friend for assistance
Soft skills include all of the following except:
Empathy in interactions
Blood pressure measurement
Professional communication
Active listening
Which time period saw the greatest increase in medical technology, imaging, and medication breakthroughs?
17th Century
20th Century
19th Century
18th Century
Which scientist developed pasteurization and disproved spontaneous generation?
Florence Nightingale invented antibiotics and asepsis
Edward Jenner created PCR and sterile technique
Louis Pasteur developed pasteurization and germ experiments
Robert Koch pioneered germ theory and vaccines
Which skill is a soft skill?
Phlebotomy venipuncture technique
Sterile wound dressing application
Active listening and collaboration
Performing ECG lead placement
In the abdominal quadrants system, which quadrant typically contains the majority of the liver?
Right lower quadrant region
Left upper quadrant region
Left lower quadrant region
Right upper quadrant region
Which early microscope improvement allowed higher magnification with clearer images?
Use of mirror-only lighting
Addition of compound lens system
Removal of objective lenses
Switch to wooden tubes
What is the primary goal of pasteurization?
Sterilize instruments completely
Reduce pathogens in beverages
Improve taste of medications
Increase shelf life of vaccines
Which discovery supported the germ theory of disease?
Diseases arise from imbalanced humors
Microorganisms cause infectious diseases
Genetics alone explains all infections
Illnesses result from miasma vapors
Which behavior shows empathy, a key soft skill?
Prioritizing paperwork over concerns
Listening and validating feelings
Correcting patient errors bluntly
Ignoring emotional distress
Which item belongs under scope of practice for a certified nursing assistant?
Administering IV medications
Performing sterile urinary catheterization
Interpreting diagnostic test results
Assisting with bathing and feeding
Which hand hygiene method is recommended when hands are visibly soiled?
Glove use without washing
Hand sanitizer then lotion
Alcohol-based hand rub use
Soap and water handwashing
Which employment document showcases artifacts like certificates and work samples?
Cover letter with summary
Résumé with contact details
Career portfolio with evidence
Reference list with phone numbers
Which step is part of using a microscope safely?
Hold by the fine focus knob
Carry by the stage platform
Carry with two hands on base and arm
Lift by the objective lenses
Which transmission route involves contaminated food or water?
Airborne via aerosol nuclei
Vehicle-borne via ingestion
Vector-borne via insect bites
Droplet-borne via coughing
Which interpersonal skill improves teamwork among healthcare staff?
Independent decision-making only
Advanced surgical dexterity
Constructive communication
Technical charting speed
Which behavior violates scope of practice for a medical assistant?
Taking vital signs for adults
Preparing exam rooms for visits
Administering high-risk anesthesia
Scheduling patient appointments
Which is the correct sequence for handwashing?
Wet, soap, scrub, rinse, dry
Rinse, scrub, wet, soap, dry
Soap, wet, scrub, dry, rinse
Scrub, rinse, soap, dry, wet
Which control measure reduces contact transmission via hands?
Hair nets for non-sterile areas
Use gowns only in OR rooms
Hand hygiene before and after care
Shoe covers for all hallways
Which quadrant typically contains the appendix?
Right lower abdominal quadrant
Right upper abdominal quadrant
Left upper abdominal quadrant
Left lower abdominal quadrant
Which soft skill is essential for resolving conflicts on a care team?
Communication with diplomacy
Manual dexterity and speed
Billing and coding accuracy
Advanced pathophysiology knowledge
Which microscope procedure prevents slide damage at high power?
Use coarse focus at 40x objective
Lower condenser fully at 100x
Use fine focus with immersion oil
Press slide firmly to stage clips
Which term describes transmission through a living carrier like a tick?
Droplet-borne spread
Fomite-based spread
Vector-borne spread
Vehicle-borne spread
Which daily practice most reduces healthcare-associated infections?
Routine room fragrance use
Continuous UV light exposure
Universal N95 respirator use
Consistent hand hygiene compliance
Which statement about standard precautions is true?
Optional when wearing gloves
Used only in isolation rooms
Applied to every patient consistently
Only for known infectious patients
Which PPE combination is typical for droplet precautions?
Surgical mask and eye protection
Gloves without masks only
N95 respirator and negative pressure
Powered air purifying respirator
Which practice is outside CNA scope of practice?
Assist with ambulation safety
Change sterile surgical dressings
Measure intake and output
Report changes to nurse promptly
Which laboratory practice demonstrates standard precautions?
Immediate sharps disposal
Recapping needles carefully
Sharing gloves between tests
Storing food in lab fridge
Which microscope adjustment brings objects into focus at low power first?
Fine adjustment knob use
Stage micrometer reading
Ocular diopter setting
Coarse adjustment knob use
Which principle underlies vaccination contributions by Pasteur?
Body humors regulate disease balance
Sterile air prevents all infections
Heat alone cures viral illnesses
Weakened microbes can induce immunity
Which option reflects active listening?
Interrupting to offer solutions fast
Paraphrasing and clarifying concerns
Assuming you understand immediately
Multitasking while patients speak
Which step reduces fomite transmission?
Avoiding vaccines altogether
Using mosquito nets for vectors
Opening windows for fresh air only
Cleaning high-touch surfaces regularly
Which abdominal quadrant commonly contains the spleen?
Left upper quadrant area
Right upper quadrant area
Right lower quadrant area
Left lower quadrant area
Which cultural practice shows respect for religious fasting during care?
Schedule procedures only at night
Offer timing alternatives when safe
Ignore fasting rules entirely
Cancel all needed treatments
Which outcome is expected when standard precautions are followed?
Elimination of all pathogens forever
Increased need for isolation rooms
Reduced transmission between patients
Higher rates of cross infection
Which patient education method improves understanding across cultures?
Use jargon-heavy medical terms
Teach-back to confirm comprehension
Assume family will explain later
Provide English-only materials
Which factor most influences contact time for disinfectants?
Time of day application
Manufacturer’s recommended dwell time
Room temperature preference
Color of the surface cleaned
Which professional boundary rule applies to social media?
Post clinical photos for education
Avoid sharing identifiable information
Friend patients for quick updates
Discuss cases with usernames hidden
Which transmission mode is interrupted by safe needle practices?
Droplet during injections
Bloodborne via sharps injuries
Vector via contaminated insects
Airborne via aerosolized blood
Which statement about cover letters is correct?
Two pages with full transcripts
Generic letters work for all roles
One page tailored to the position
Include personal health history
Which infection control concept includes respiratory hygiene?
Surgical asepsis field
Standard precautions framework
Contact isolation regimen
Reverse isolation protocol
Which historical milestone is linked to Pasteur’s rabies work?
First viral culture on agar
First successful human vaccination
First antibiotic mass production
First sterile operating theater
Which practice maintains asepsis during wound care?
Skip hand hygiene after removal
Reuse dressings if they look clean
Use sterile gloves and supplies
Touch sterile field with bare hands
Which cultural scenario requires a gender-concordant clinician when possible?
Preference in some communities
Unrelated to patient comfort
Mandate in all hospitals
Illegal in clinical settings
Which résumé detail supports achievements?
Quantified outcomes and metrics
Unrelated hobbies list
Vague responsibilities statements
Personal anecdotes only
Which soft skill strengthens patient trust?
Confidentiality and integrity
Advanced surgical knowledge
Rapid typing speed
Complex lab calculations
Which prevention strategy addresses vehicle-borne transmission?
Cook foods to safe temperatures
Wear N95 respirator continuously
Double-glove for blood draws
Use DEET insect repellents
Which abdominal quadrant would pain suggest possible cholecystitis?
Left lower quadrant region
Right upper quadrant region
Left upper quadrant region
Right lower quadrant region
Which action demonstrates cultural competence regarding diet?
Offer only standard meal trays
Provide culturally appropriate options
Avoid asking about restrictions
Assume spicy foods unacceptable
Which résumé best practice for students?
Skip contact information entirely
Avoid mentioning certifications
Include coursework relevant to role
List every class since grade school
Which statement about microorganisms is accurate?
Many microbes are beneficial
Microbes cannot be seen ever
All microbes are harmful always
Only viruses cause infections
Which item is a fomite?
Coughing person nearby
Airflow in a hallway
Contaminated doorknob surface
Mosquito carrying malaria
Which microscope focusing sequence protects the slide?
Start low then force focus
Start high then fine focus
Start low then coarse focus
Start high then coarse focus
Which method limits droplet spread in waiting rooms?
Space seating three feet apart
Use negative pressure rooms
Wear surgical caps for all
Turn off ventilation systems
Which cultural communication practice aids understanding?
Speak louder to non-English users
Use professional medical interpreters
Avoid visual aids or diagrams
Rely on children to translate
Which pasteurization effect benefits public health?
Neutralizes all viral particles
Eliminates all microbial life
Creates antibiotics inside beverages
Reduces disease from contaminated milk
Which action is appropriate within medical assistant scope?
Diagnose patient conditions
Provide patient education handouts
Prescribe controlled substances
Perform surgical incisions
Which infection control step addresses respiratory hygiene?
Provide tissues and masks at entrances
Lock windows to prevent drafts
Remove all chairs from lobbies
Require N95 for all visitors
Which cultural competence behavior supports autonomy?
Assume family consent sufficient
Obtain informed consent respectfully
Decide treatment without discussion
Skip explanations to save time
Which microscope cleaning step protects lenses?
Use paper towels to wipe oil
Use lens paper for objectives
Use water-soaked cloths
Use cotton swabs with bleach
Which résumé headline is most effective?
Patient-centered medical assistant
Aspiring healthcare worker
Open to any industry role
General employee seeking job
Which abdominal quadrant pain may indicate appendicitis?
Right lower quadrant area
Left upper quadrant area
Umbilical central region
Left lower quadrant area
Which infection control term refers to single-use needles disposal?
Vehicle safety protocol
Sharps safety protocol
Airborne safety protocol
Droplet safety protocol
Which cultural competence example respects modesty?
Avoid asking about preferences
Provide gowns covering adequately
Ignore comfort during exams
Require mixed-gender rooms
Which microscope technique increases resolution with oil immersion?
Increases stage height greatly
Reduces light refraction at 100x
Decreases condenser alignment
Removes need for fine focus
