Medical Assisting Final
Which identifier is used to mark the label of a controlled substance? "CS" followed by the DEA registration number "CS" followed by a Roman numeral "C" followed by a Roman numeral "C" followed by the DEA registration number
"C" followed by a Roman numeral
At what angle are intradermal injections given? 10- to 15-degree angle 90-degree angle 45-degree angle 180-degree angl
10-15 degree angle
Which of the following syringe sizes would be used to administer medication? 10 mL 60 mL 3 mL 20 mL
3 mL
At what angle are intramuscular injections given? 90-degree angle 180-degree angle 10- to 15-degree angle 45-degree angle
90-degree angle
Which of the following is true about calling in prescriptions to pharmacies? Medical assistants are never allowed to call in prescriptions. Physicians may call in prescriptions for all categories of controlled substances. A medical assistant may call in prescriptions, except those for Schedule II drugs. Only Schedule I and II drugs may be called in to pharmacies.
A medical assistant may call in prescriptions, except those for Schedule II drugs.
Which type of drug allergy affects the entire body and causes an inability to breathe? Systemic reaction Anaphylaxis Local reaction Drug interaction
Anaphylaxis
On a needle, what is the name of the flat, slanted end? Hub Lumen Bevel Point
Bevel
Which two vital signs must be monitored while a patient is being administered an IV? Respiration and pulse Blood pressure and respirations Temperature and blood pressure Pain and pulse
Blood pressure and respirations
What is the purpose of aspiration in administering an injection? Increases the absorption of the medication Ensures that the needle is properly attached to the syringe Ensures that the needle is not in a blood vessel Reduces the patient's pain
Ensures that the needle is not in a blood vessel
Which of the following is true of intravenous injections? Used for large amounts of oily or powder-based medication Is performed by a medical assistant under the direction of a physician Injected in fatty tissue Injects small amounts of medication into bloodstream
Injects small amounts of medication into bloodstream
How many times can a Schedule II drug prescription be refilled? One time It cannot be refilled Three times Five times
It cannot be refilled
What are two of the most common IV equipment complications? Low batteries in drip rate device Broken port Missing clamp on tubing Loose and kinked tubing
Loose and kinked tubing
Which of the following is NOT true about prescriptions? Prescriptions forms are legal documents. Prescriptions must be reviewed and signed by a physician. A prescription is a written order for medication. Medical assistants may write prescriptions for Schedule II drugs.
Medical assistants may write prescriptions for Schedule II drugs.
In which of the following areas can a subcutaneous injection be given? Forearm Mid- and lower-back Top of the foot Back of the neck
Mid- and lower-back
Which drug route is administered by injection or IV? Parenteral Instillation Oral Sublingual
Parenteral
Which of the following describes the z-track method of injection? Pull surrounding tissue away from the site during administration Using a short needle, insert the syringe as far as it will go Push the plunger in short bursts to avoid injecting all of the medication at one time Move the syringe in a "Z" formation once inserted into the skin
Pull surrounding tissue away from the site during administration
What of the following is not a "right" of drug administration? Right documentation Right dose Right denomination Right drug
Right denomination
Which classification of controlled substances contains drugs that are not approved for medical use? Schedule I Schedule II Schedule III Schedule IV Schedule V
Schedule I
Which classification of controlled substances contains drugs that have a high potential for abuse and addiction, but are approved for medical use? Schedule I Schedule II Schedule III Schedule IV Schedule V
Schedule II
What is the therapeutic effect of a drug? An effect that is produced after physical therapy The desired effect The side effects, pleasant or unpleasant An allergic reaction
The desired effect
What kind of drug is used to treat conditions and symptoms? Diagnostic drug Therapeutic drug Curative drug Preventative drug
Therapeutic drug
Most oral medications use a ____ action, which results in medication being carried through the body by the bloodstream. circulatory remote local systemic
systemic