CCMA True/False
Breast implants have been available since 1978, but it was not until 1990 that they were regulated by the FDA as medical devices
False; 1976 and 1992
There are 34 pairs of spinal nerves, which originate from the spinal cord
False; 31 pairs
Louis Pasteur, an English surgeon, discovered that carbolic acid killed germs.
False; Joseph Lister
Pasteurization, a heat process for killing bacteria in milk, is named for Joseph Lister who discovered that many diseases are caused by bacteria.
False; Louis Pasteur
To promote efficient use of the physician's time, the MA provides expert medical advice to patients when they call and request to speak to the doctor.
False; MA doesn't
An RN has more training an NP, but both can write prescriptions
False; NP has more training, RN can't write prescriptions
A laceration is an open wound in which the outer layer of skin is scraped away.
False; an abrasion; underlying tissue is torn in laceration
A concussion is more severe than a contusion
False; contusion is more severe
Cardiac arrest and heart attack have exactly the same symptoms from onset to death
False; different
A vasodilator dilates vessels to control arterial spasms but has no effect on angina.
False; do have effect
To perform a sterile pour, you should place the rim of the solution bottle on the container the solution is being transferred to in order to prevent droplets from splashing onto the sterile field.
False; do not touch the rim
Thrombolytics dissolve existing blood clots but do not restore blood flow.
False; do restore
EMS technicians provide on-the-scene intervention and treatment but do not transfer patients
False; do transfer
Charting is the documentation only of the vitals taken during a patient's visit.
False; documentation of entire visit
Dietary fiber is a carbohydrate that takes the longest to digest, making a person feel full longer
False; does not digest, promotes intestinal health & helps prevent intestinal disease
Hyperglycemia is a life-threatening disorder in which skin appears cool and moist.
False; dry skin
The term intraoperative means "before surgery"
False; during surgery
Complex carbohydrates are sugars found in natural sources such as fruit and honey
False; found in fruits, potatoes, and grains
Hypoglycemia is known as insulin shock and can cause a diabetic coma
False; hyperglycemia
Structures of the integumentary system include nails, hair, and sweats glands but not nerves or sebaceous glands.
False; includes all of those
Symptoms of shingles include headache, loss of unilateral nerve and muscle function, speech difficulties and confusion, and possible loss of consciousness
False; intense pain and small blisters
Each child grows at his or her own individual speed, according to family genetics, so measurements are not important and not done at each visit
False; measurements need to be taken
You should not move a victim or help a victim move after a fall or sudden stop, such as a car accident, unless the victim is conscious.
False; never move, unless dangerous situation (train coming, etc.)
Children are too young to understand medical procedures, so it is best to lie to them and tell them "it won't hurt" so that they don't try to wiggle away from you
False; never tell them that, unless it actually won't hurt
AED can be used on children 1 year old or younger as long as the rescuer has pediatric-size pads
False; no AED under 1 yrs old
The inferior rectus muscles causes the eye to look up, and the superior rectus muscle causes the eye to look down
False; opposite
Elevation of blood calcium levels is a reaction to excessive secretion from the thyroid gland.
False; parathyroid
The term preoperative refers to the period during a surgery.
False; period before surgery
The hypothalamus is often referred to as the "master gland".
False; pituitary
The first step in any emergency is to check if the victim is alert
False; survey the scene
"Infant" is the term used for a baby from birth to 4 weeks old
False; that's a newborn, infant = 4 weeks to 1 year
A psychologist can prescribe medications for patients
False; they do not
A laxative is considered a gastrointestinal drug.
True
A psychologist has a doctorate in psychology
True
As an MA, you will need to be aware of and trained in general and medical safety procedures
True
Benjamin Rush, who is considered the first U.S. psychiatrist, opening the first psychiatric hospital in Williamsburg, Virginia, in 1769
True
Biopsies, cryosurgery, and lesion removal can all be performed in a dermatology office.
True
Both CT scans and MRIs involve surrounding the patient with a circular camera.
True
Cotton is a common material that can be used to make a cast
True
Decreased levels of consciousness are not a life-threatening condition
True
During their lifetime, 12% of women will receive a diagnosis of breast cancer
True
Emergency surgery is performed when there is an immediate need
True
Encephalitis, or inflammation of the brain, is usually caused by a virus or may be a sequela of a viral infection
True
Fibrocystic disease, mastitis, and cancer are all breast disorders
True
Flat-plate or plain film can be used to view KUB.
True
For your safety, you should avoid loose and baggy clothing that could get caught in equipment.
True
HDLs transport fats from body cells to the liver for disposal
True
Hashimoto's disease is a form of hypothyroidism and can occur as an autoimmune reaction.
True
Heat can be used to speed up the localized formation of pus
True
Hemostatic drugs are used to control bleeding and hemorrhage.
True
Hospitals must have written protocols about informing families of the option to donate organs and the option to decline
True
Hypoglycemia is a condition in which blood glucose is below normal
True
If a child is choking on an object but can still move air past the object, a sharp, quick blow to the back between the shoulder blades may help move the item out of the airway
True
Ignaz Semmelweis discovered a connection between hand washing and reduced risk of infection, yet he died from an infection contracted during the performance of surgery.
True
Immunology and allergy treatment are combined into one practice
True
In 1822, James Hall was the first African American to receive a medical degree
True
In 1950, OSHA was created by Congress establish safety and health standards and regulations in the workplace.
True
Infectious conditions of the CNS include encephalitis, meningitis, and brain abscess
True
It is important for a patient to know how to manage pain safely and effectively.
True
LDLs transport fats manufactured in the liver to body cells
True
Lipoproteins contain cholesterol
True
Medical assisting is a fairly new profession in the health-care delivery system and did not receive professional recognition until the 1960's
True
Most endocrine disorders are the results of hyposecretion & hypersecretion.
True
Neurotransmitters are chemicals that aid in the transmission of electrical impulses from one neuron to the next
True
People's lifestyles are based on their personal attitudes, experiences, and role models.
True
Peripheral nervous system disorders include Bell's palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, and shingles
True
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a cyclic form of depression
True
Since its introduction in 1968, the 911 emergency access number has been so successful that it is used in every single U.S. state
True
Slides prepared during a Pap smear should be labeled with the patient's identification and the letters "V" (for vaginal), "C" (cervical), or "E" (external) to indicate where the smear specimen was obtained
True
Surgical intervention is not necessary for compound, avulsed, or displaced fractures
True
Taste perception is one of many tests for neurological function
True
The cerebellum is located on the posterior aspect of the brain
True
The cerebral hemispheres control all the body's voluntary, and some unvoluntary, activities
True
The correction of a fracture is called "reduction"
True
The exposure control plan classifies each employee according to the likelihood of exposure to blood and other infectious materials.
True
The iris is responsible for regulating the amount of light that enters the eye
True
The lungs are in a sealed system with only one opening.
True
The medical assistant can have a role in physically restraining a child
True
The onset of PTSD is always delayed
True
The pancreas is both an endocrine and an exocrine gland.
True
The pelvic examination consists of visual inspection of the external genitalia, bimanual pelvic and rectal-vaginal examinations, and the Pap test
True
The postoperative period follows a surgery.
True
The spinal nerves carry impulses to and from the brain
True
There are 2 categories of visits to a pediatrician's office: well child or sick child
True
Thermotherapy includes both moist and dry applications
True
Tolerance, dependence, and addiction are often the end results of substance abuse
True
Tumors of the brain arise from abnormal cell development and are benign or malignant
True
Typical symptoms of dementia are loss of intellectual faculties, memory lapses, and personality changes
True
Understanding the basics of asepsis and infection control is essential to preventing or reducing the spread of disease.
True
When using equipment, you are required to follow OSHA and CLIA guidelines.
false; FDA, EPA, & OSHA
Mammograms are generally prescribed yearly after the age of 50
false; age 40 (can vary based on pt med history, symptoms & family history)
Quality control before testing means only checking that the patient has used the appropriate container for collection.
false; make sure they also followed correct preparation & the container is labeled correctly
All cancerous tumors are affected by safe doses of radiation
false; not ALL
Tumor markers are always an indication of cancer cell or tumor activity
false; not ALWAYS
Cancer, or malignancy, is caused by the slow and controllable development and reproduction of abnormal cells
false; rapid and uncontrollable
Hormone therapy has not proven to be effective in hormone-dependent cancers such as breast cancer and prostate cancer
false; they have
A high-complexity test is so named because it takes longer to perform than a moderate or low-complexity test
sometimes true; but mostly because it's harder to do and the risk on the patient is even greater if inaccurate results
Benign tumor recurrence is common after surgical excision
true
Blood chemistries and urine cultures are categorized as moderate-complexity tests.
true
Blood glucose and urine pregnancy tests have been approved by the FDA for patients to use at home.
true
Each cancer vaccine contains entire or partial cells or antigens and works to increase the immune response against cancer cells in the body
true
Oncology is the study of malignancies or cancerous growths, including carcinomas, sarcomas, lymphomas, luekemias, and melanomas
true
PSA exam and tests are usually prescribed for males annually after the age of 50
true
Tumor markers, or cancer markers, are proteins, hormones, and other substances produced by rumors and released into the blood
true
UNOS is the agency that provides financing options for the family of the decedent making an organ donation.
False; UNOS is for organ transplant needs/donations
Antigens are substances capable of producing a hypersensitive allergic reaction.
False; allergens
Microorganisms that require oxygen are anaerobes.
False; anaerobes don't require oxygen, aerobes do
Allergens are foreign substances, usually proteins.
False; antigens
Physical flexibility and strength are not required if you plan to work only in the administrative section of the medical office
False; are required
Skin cells originate in the basal layer of the dermis, above the epidermis
False; basal layer of epidermis
The diaphragm is located in the chest cavity, above the pleural cavity.
False; below the lungs
Fluid in the chest cavity can be detected during palpation.
False; cannot
Microorganisms are organisms that can be seen by the naked eye.
False; cannot
X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation and can be seen with the naked eye.
False; cannot
The mucous membrane covering the eyeball and lining the eyelid is conjunctivitis.
False; conjunctiva
Pain is manifested only in physical complaints and does not affect mental ability.
False; does affect mental ability
All risk factors can be changed regardless of genetic predisposition.
False; genetic risk factors cannot be changed
Drugs with potential for abuse are identified by the DEA, which is controlled by the CSA.
False; identified by CSA, enforced by DEA
If a patient is having a non-routine procedure, an informed consent is not needed.
False; is needed
Your patient is on medication to control chronic pain. He had a particularly rough weekend and took an additional dose of medication. You may go ahead and refill the next prescription one day early to compensate for the change.
False; may not refill early
Elective surgery is not medically necessary and is only done when the patient requests it.
False; medically necessary but not immediate
All types of stress have a negative impact on overall health
False; not all
Surgical asepsis is used at all times during noninvasive procedures and when skin integrity is or will be broken.
False; not all times
If a patient is slow in conveying a message, it is appropriate to guess what the patient is trying to say by finishing sentences for him or her.
False; not appropriate
To assist stroke patients who are having difficulty speaking, it is appropriate to finish sentences for them.
False; not appropriate
Defense mechanisms protect a person's self-esteem and effectively deal with conflict.
False; not effective
Optional surgery is medically necessary but can be done when it is most convenient for the patient.
False; not medically necessary
The eyes are examined with an otoscope.
False; ophthalmoscope
CT scans specialize in smaller images, whereas MRI images are larger.
False; opposite
The ophthalmoscope is used to examine the ear.
False; otoscope
When a living will is signed advising the physician of a person's wish to die naturally rather than be kept alive when death is inevitable, the patient loses the right to receive any medication, including pain control.
False; patient does not lose rights
Arthrography is an invasive examination of the blood vessels
False; radiographic exam of joint
The PCP and gatekeeper function as two separate practitioners in general medicine
False; same
A scrub assistant is also known as a float or "clean" assistant.
False; scrub is different from float/circulating
Challenging your mind frequently leads to additional stress and should be avoided in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
False; should be done
Glycosides are administered to quicken the heart rate of patients with congestive heart failure.
False; slow and strengthen heartbeat
The elderly are not considered a special-needs category for patient care.
False; they are
If the decedent, prior to the time of death, indicated refusal to make an organ donation, the institution or health-care provider can choose not to honor that decision if the decedent had previously signed an organ donation card.
False; they must honor it
Schedule I drugs include Ritalin, narcotics, barbiturates, and other drugs with a high potential for abuse.
False; those are Schedule II
The superior rectus muscle moves the eye to look down.
False; upwards
Communicating by telephone requires less care because the caller cannot see you and you don't have to worry about your personal appearance or posture.
False; you still do
A circulating assistant can obtain supplies and sterile equipment for the "sterile team".
True
A common mistake made by people who work with the elderly is to speak in babyish, patronizing tones.
True
A person who is leaning toward you is interested in what you are saying.
True
A scrub assistant may be responsible for setting up the sterile field and assisting the physician in sterile procedures.
True
A tonometer is used to test the pressure within the eye.
True
All lymphocytes are formed in the bone marrow.
True
An excessive urinary output may be caused by a diminished release of vasopressin.
True
Anti infective agents are used to prevent infections caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites.
True
Anti-inflammatory drugs may be corticosteroids or NSAIDs.
True
As an MA, you will be held responsible for providing a clean, safe environment in the examination room and treatment areas.
True
Coughing, sneezing, and the acidity of body fluids such as urine and gastric juices are all types of barriers to bacterial and viral infections and foreign bodies
True
Door handles may be covered with microorganisms from ill patients.
True
Due to advances in modern medicine and technology, many terminally ill patients are now cared for in hospitals, where multiple attempts are often made to extend their lives.
True
Hypopituitarism in children results in a condition called dwarfism.
True
Hypopituitarism is a reduction in the excretion of a single pituitary hormone.
True
If a physician signs the Rx line "Substitute Generic Medication" the patient can still state he or she would like brand-name medications only.
True
Most complete physical examinations begin at the head and proceed downward.
True
OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standards are designed to reduce employee risk of infectious diseases.
True
Standard equipment in an exam room may include several types of lighting.
True
Suture removal and dressing application may be the responsibility of the medical assistant.
True
Temperature if the measurement of body heat produced and lost during metabolism, respiration, elimination, and environmental fluctuation.
True
The right lung has more lobes than the left lung.
True
The skin is observed for color, warmth, moisture, and turgor
True
The skin synthesizes vitamin D from sunlight.
True
The trachea branches into several different branches like a tree.
True
The upper airway includes the pharynx and the nasal, oral, and laryngeal cavities.
True
To place sterile contents correctly onto a sterile field, you must drop them or use sterile transfer forceps.
True
Wellness is the ongoing process of practicing a healthy lifestyle.
True
Whether documenting an initial visit, patient history, or clinical visit, accuracy and attention to detail are a major responsibility in the medical office.
True
