Med 114 Final

Which of the following are symptoms that may occur during the course of a fever?

-Headache -Increased pulse and respirations -Increased thirst -Loss of appetite

The temporal artery site can be used to measure body temperature in

-Infants -Children -Adults -Elderly

Why is the temporal artery a good site for measuring body temperature?

-It is easily accessible. -It has a constant, steady flow of blood -It is located close to the surface of the skin.

Which of the following individuals may normally exhibit bradycardia?

A trained athlete

True or False: Instructing the patient to roll away from you when changing positions will prevent her from falling off the exam table

False

True or False: The left lung is divided into three lobes and the right lung into two.

False

True or False: The medical assistant should be able to perform basic interpretation of the EKG tracing.

False

True or False: The medical assistant usually obtains the specimen for an ABG

False

True or False: The semi-Fowler's position is achieved by placing the head of the exam table at a 60° angle.

False

Which of the following terms refers to a fever?

Febrile

Which of the following body areas is most susceptible to frostbite?

Fingers and toes

This type of burn causes redness, tenderness, and physical sensitivity. No scars or blisters develop.

First degree burn

Which of the following gaits is the slowest and most stable crutch gait?

Four-point

What disease is not spread by ticks?

HPV

This is the most serious heat-related illness. The body is unable to sweat and thus cannot cool down

Heat stroke

Which of the following represents an error in the eye instillation technique?

Instilling drops onto the center of the cornea

Which of the following can result in sensorineural hearing loss?

Intense noise

What is the partition that separates the right and left atria?

Interatrial septum

The deltoid site should not be used as an IM injection site until the child

Is at least 18 months old.

What is the double-layered serous membrane that encloses the lungs?

Pleura

Which of the following represents a decrease in the elasticity of the lens as a result of the aging process?

Presbyopia

The systolic blood pressure represents the

Pressure in the arteries when the ventricles contract

When taking axillary body temperature, the arm should be held close to the body to

Prevent air currents from affecting the reading

A patient has a burn on his lower back from lying on a heating pad. For his physical examination, you place him in which of the following positions?

Prone

In which position will the practitioner examine the back, feet, and musculoskeletal system of a patient?

Prone

The purpose of draping a patient is to:

Provide the patient with warmth and modesty

Which of the following is used to describe the condition in which the radial pulse rate is less than the apical pulse?

Pulse deficit

The part of the conduction system of the heart that wraps around the outer walls of the ventricles is/are the:

Purkinje fibers

A temperature of 103 °F is classified as

Pyrexia

Which of the following animals is associated with a high incidence of rabies?

Raccoons

What is not part of the first aid measures for shock?

Raise the head

Which of the following probes should be selected to measure rectal body temperature with an electronic thermometer?

Red-collared probe

What is the name given to the type of fever in which a wide range of temperature fluctuations occurs, all of which are above normal?

Remittent

What is another name for a partial-thickness burn?

Second degree burn

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

Semi Fowler's

Visual acuity refers to:

Sharpness of vision.

What is not true regarding hypothermia?

Signs and symptoms include: pins and needle sensation; hard, pale, and cold skin

In which of the following examination positions does the patient sit at the edge of the examination table without back support?

Sitting

Which of the following may result in insulin shock?

Skipping meals

When measuring blood pressure, the first clear tapping sound represents

The systolic pressure

Which of the following is NOT included in a complete patient examination?

Therapeutic procedures

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a partial-thickness burn?

There is little pain involved

This type of burn causes damage to the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue

Third degree burn

Which of the following is NOT included in the purpose of measuring pulse?

To determine if the patient is developing hypertension

What is the name of the crutch stance that is used before crutch walking?

Tripod position

True or False: A cardiac cycle is one complete heartbeat.

True

True or False: Pulse oximetry is an indirect test used to measure pulse rate and oxygen levels in the blood.

True

True or False: The physician may order either oxygen therapy or bronchodilators if a patient's pulse ox is below 92%

True

Which wave appears after the T wave? Sometimes it may not be seen.

U wave

What is the term for a suspension of attenuated or killed microorganisms that stimulate antibody production in an individual?

Vaccine

Which of the following injection sites should be used to administer IM injections to infants and young children?

Vastus lateralis

With what type of bleeding is there is a slow and steady flow of dark red blood?

Venous

A blood pressure cuff that is too large for a child may result in

a blood pressure reading that is falsely low

A patient experiencing tachycardia has:

a heart rate faster than normal

Epistaxis is:

a nose bleed.

All of the following should be relayed to the patient regarding cast care except:

apply a heating pad to the cast to relieve pain.

Principles of ________ must be applied to break the cycle of infection.

asepsis

When performing an eye irrigation, the solution should be released

at the inner canthus.

Which of the following does the P wave indicate?

atrial contraction

The appropriate time to collect a urine specimen from a patient is ________.

before the physical examination

A successful spirometry effort is one in which the patient:

blows into the mouthpiece as hard and as fast as possible

Irrigating solution that is used to irrigate the ear should be at

body temperature

All of the following are examples of nonintact skin except:

bruised skin.

A biohazard warning label must be attached to all of the following except:

cabinet used to store laboratory testing supplies.

Head circumference is measured in

entimeters or inches

Redness of skin caused by dilation of superficial blood vessels in the skin is known as

erythema.

Syncope is the medical term for:

fainting

Which medical specialist performs coronary bypass surgery?

cardiovascular surgeon

Forearm crutches are often used by patients with

cerebral palsy.

FAST is used to spot a ________ and encourages calling 911

cerebrovascular accident

A patient faints in the reception room and falls to the floor. The medical assistant should:

check for a pulse.

A diagnosis based on the signs and symptoms of a disease is a(n) ________ diagnosis.

clinical

Which role should the medical assistant take on when teaching patients how to perform the spirometry testing?

coach

The Ishihara method is used to screen for:

color vision.

The medical provider performs general physical examinations to ________.

confirm the patient's overall state of health and provide baseline values for vital signs and mensuration

Cilia remove pathogens from the body by

constantly beating toward the outside.

Blood vessels branching from the aorta to carry oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle are called:

coronary arteries

A specially equipped cart for holding and transporting medications, equipment, and supplies needed in an emergency is known as a:

crash cart.

Incorrectly fitted crutches may cause

crutch palsy.

All of the following are guidelines that should be followed when using PPE except:

decontaminate and reuse disposable gloves.

A device that delivers an electrical shock to the heart muscle in an attempt to restore a normal heartbeat is a _______.

defibrillator

Local application of heat results in

dilation of blood vessels in the area.

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

dorsal recumbent

When irrigating the ear in children under the age of three, the auricle should be pulled

down and back

Personal protective equipment must be used to

draw blood.

Red bags or bags that have a biohazardous waste label are used for ________.

dressings contaminated with blood or body fluids

An ice bag is an example of

dry cold.

An electrocardiogram is a recording of the:

electrical activity of the heart.

Which of the following helps in the conduction of electricity between the patient's skin and the electrocardiograph?

electrolyte

What is the name of the device used to irrigate ears that is composed of a spray bottle with tubing attached to the nozzle?

elephant ear wash

All of the following indicates that a cast is too tight or that an infection is developing except

fiberglass casts should not be signed

What is the correct positioning for lead V4?

fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line

Chest lead V2 is located at the:

fourth intercostal space at the left margin of the sternum.

Which part of the EKG unit changes the voltage coming from the patient's heart into a mechanical action that produces a tracing?

galvanometer

Which of the following instruments would not be used during a physical exam?

hemostat

The physician asks the medical assistant to position a patient on the examination table so that the patient can breathe more easily. The most appropriate position is:

high-Fowler's

A person who cannot see close objects has a condition known as:

hyperopia.

All of the following makes a person less resistant to a pathogen except:

immunizations.

Heat packs may be ordered to

increase the blood supply to an area.

The exchange of gases between the blood and tissue cells is known as:

internal respiration.

Which type of EKG gives the provider an analysis of the tracing?

interpretive

Which of the following is caused by a lead wire that becomes detached from the electrode?

interrupted baseline

The most important aseptic procedure for a medical assistant is ________.

proper hand hygiene

The blood vessel branching from the heart that carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs is called the:

pulmonary artery

The _________ are the blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the heart.

pulmonary veins

All of the following are examples of work practice controls except:

recapping a contaminated needle.

The bending of light rays so that they can be focused on the retina is known as

refraction

During which part of the cardiac cycle is the heart at rest?

repolarization

The infection cycle begins when a pathogen is established in the ________.

reservoir host

Where does deoxygenated blood empty into the heart when returning from the body?

right atrium

Which limb is never recorded during a 12-lead EKG?

right leg

The physician asks the medical assistant to position a patient on the examination table so that the patient can breathe more easily. The most appropriate position is

semi-Fowler's

When an exposure incident occurs, the employee ________.

should be tested for HBV and receive the vaccination if necessary

Sensitive tissue in the right atrium wall that initiates the heartbeat is known as the:

sinoatrial node

An EKG that is considered within normal limits is referred to as normal:

sinus rhythm.

Which term is synonymous with pulmonary function testing?

spirometry

Which position allows auscultation of abdominal and bowel sounds?

supine

All of the following are reasons for obtaining a pediatric urine specimen except

to prevent a urinary tract infection

In which direction should the patient be instructed to move when changing from the supine to the prone position?

toward the medical assistant

The Weber screening test for hearing involves the use of a(n):

tuning fork.

If axillary crutches have been properly fitted:

two fingers can be inserted between the top of the crutch and the axilla.

A severe form of diabetes that usually appears in childhood is known as:

type 1 diabetes

The leads aVR, aVL, and aVF are known as:

unipolar

The blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood to the heart is called the:

vena cava

What phase is indicated by the T wave on an EKG tracing?

ventricular repolarization

All of the following are good aseptic practices in the medical office except:

wearing jewelry.

The CDC recommends that washing the hands with soap and water be performed:

when the hands are visibly soiled

All of the following are examples of bloodborne pathogens except:

white blood cells

The lower calibration bar of a balance-beam scale is divided into:

50-lb increments.

What is the normal range for the resting pulse rate of an adult?

60-100 beats/min

The oxygen saturation level of a healthy individual is

95-99%

What is the normal range for body temperature?

97 °F to 99 °F

Which of the following represents the average normal body temperature?

98.6 °F

Which item on the diagram of the cycle of infection is the reservoir host?

A

Which of the following can cause a pressure area?

A cast that rubs against the skin

All of the following are indications for spirometry except:

A patient with an upper respiratory infection

How does a temporal artery temperature reading compare with an oral body temperature reading?

Approximately 1 °F higher than an oral reading.

Which of the following is an example of a chronic illness?

Arthritis

Which of the following represents an error in Snellen eye testing technique?

Asking the patient to close the eye not being tested

Which of the following is an example of an ingested poison?

Aspirin overdose

When measuring blood pressure, the patient's arm should be positioned

At heart level

Where is chest lead V5 located?

At the horizontal level of V4 at the left anterior axillary line

In the conduction system of the heart, which of the following is responsible for collecting the electrical energy that stimulated the atria to contract?

Atrioventricular node

In which examination method will the medical provider use a stethoscope in order to perform assessment of the heart, lung, and bowel sounds?

Auscultation

Blood pressure measures

The force exerted on the walls of the arteries by the blood

Which of the following is required by the NCVIA before an immunization is administered?

The parent must be provided with information on the benefits and risks of the immunization.

A patient's Snellen visual acuity screening results are 20/40. How would this be interpreted?

The patient sees at 20 feet what others see at 40 feet.

Which of the following may occur if the lens of a tympanic membrane thermometer is dirty?

The reading may be falsely low.

The resistance of the body to pathogenic microorganisms or their toxins is known as

The resistance of the body to pathogenic microorganisms or their toxins is known as

True or False: A standard EKG consists of 10 leads

False

True or False: Always place the patient in position for the exam before the provider enters the exam room.

False

Which respiratory action is initiated by a signal from the medulla oblongata?

Inspiration

How is length measured?

The child lies in a supine position

Which of the following individuals is at higher risk for heat-related or cold-related injury?

-An elderly man -An individual who works outdoors -An individual with cardiovascular disease -An individual under the influence of alcohol

What is a symptom of a cerebrovascular accident?

-Confusion or mental changes -Speech difficulty -Numbness of the face, arm, or leg -Problem seeing

Which of the following principles should be followed when practicing proper body mechanics?

-Do not reach for something farther than 14 to 18 inches away. -Store lighter items on higher shelves -If possible, push or slide an item rather than lifting it. -Use the large muscles of the arms and legs when lifting an object

Which of the following individuals would have a more than usual sensitivity to the local application of heat?

-Elderly individual -Preschool child -Patient with diabetes mellitus -Patient with an open wound

Which of the following is a guideline for preventing childhood obesity?

-Encourage active play. -Do not use food as a reward. -Limit television, video, and computer time. -Limit the amount of junk food in the home.

What is given for hypoglycemia for an adult patient?

-Give 4 oz of fruit juice or regular soda -Give 3 glucose tablets -Insulin and IV fluids

Which of the following is performed by the medical assistant during a pediatric office visit?

-Measurement of vital signs -Measurement of weight and height -Measurement of visual acuity -Assisting with the physical examination

What should a medical assistant do for first aid procedures for a patient who is having a seizure?

-Move the patient to the floor. -Place the patient in the recovery position. -Monitor the person's breathing and pulse -Provide CPR if needed

Which of the following may require a physical examination?

-Prerequisite for employment -Participation in sports -School admission -Summer camp attendance

Which of the following snakes is poisonous?

-Rattlesnake -Copperhead -Cottonmouth -Coral snake

What is the correct procedure for CPR on an adult?

-Shout, "Are you all right" to check responsiveness -Open the airway by using the head-tilt method -Feel for the carotid pulse. -Give 30 compressions to every 2 ventilations.

What is a risk factor for heat-related conditions?

-The elderly -Poor blood circulation -Drinking alcohol -Taking a diuretic for hypertension

What is done in the ambulatory care center with a patient is having anaphylaxis?

-The medical assistant should notify the provider immediately. -Epinephrine is given. -Oxygen is applied to the patient.

What is the purpose of first aid?

-To save a life -To reduce pain -To reduce the incidence of permanent disability -To prevent further injury

The provider asks the medical assistant to perform a pulse oximetry on a patient wearing red nail polish. The patient's fingers are also very cold. What should be done prior to performing the reading?

-Warm the patient's fingers. -Remove the nail polish from the digit being used for testing

Normal results for spirometry testing vary according to:

-age -height -gender

Which of the following can contribute to a conduction hearing loss?

-cerumen -scarred tympanic membrane -polyps

Microorganisms can be transmitted through:

-droplet infection. -insects -contaminated food. -contaminated hands

Before applying a cast, the area should be inspected for:

-redness. -bruises -open areas.

The hepatitis B vaccine does not have to be offered to medical office personnel when:

-the individual has previously received the vaccine. -antibody testing has revealed that the individual is immune to hepatitis B. -the vaccine is contraindicated for medical reasons

Which of the following would be a rationale for performing spirometry testing?

-to detect how well certain medications are performing -to detect a lung obstruction -to assess lung health prior to surgery

What is the reason for weighing a child?

-to observe the pattern of growth -to determine medication dosage -to identify nutritional problems

The patient's height should be measured to the nearest

1/4 inch

An employer is required to offer a medical worker the HBV vaccination within ________ days of starting employment.

10

How many sensors are applied to the body for an EKG?

10

How high is the standardization mark when the electrocardiograph is properly standardized?

10 mm

If an axillary temperature of 100 °F was taken orally, it would register as

101 °F

How many leads are there on a standard electrocardiogram?

12

The normal respiratory rate of an adult ranges from

12-20 respirations per minute

A patient has a distance visual acuity of 20/15 in the right eye. At what distance would a person with normal acuity be able to read this line?

15 feet

The time that is usually recommended for the application of heat or cold is

15 to 30 minutes

If a patient's pulse rate is 80 beats/min, the patient's respirations would most likely be

20 respirations per minute

When testing at home with a peak flow meter, the patient should perform the test a total of ___ times and record the best result

3

How much time should the patient be given to identify the number on each Ishihara color plate?

3 seconds

The first pediatric well-child visit is usually scheduled at

3 to 5 days.

Assessment of blood pressure should start at age:

3 years

What is the range of frequencies for normal speech?

300 to 4,000 vibrations per second

Large squares on the EKG paper measure:

5 mm x 5 mm

Which of the following is not a symptom of hyperventilation?

Abdominal pain

What is the term for the process of becoming immune through the use of a vaccine or toxoid?

Active artificial immunization

What term describes an illness characterized by symptoms that have a rapid onset, that are severe and intense, and that subside after a short period?

Acute illness

Which of the following should NOT be performed when providing emergency care?

Administer care to a conscious patient who refuses it.

When doing CPR, who gets 30 compressions to 2 ventilations?

An adult

Eddie Thompson, age 16, is allergic to penicillin. If he is given an injection of penicillin G, which of the following shock emergencies might occur?

Anaphylactic

What type of shock is caused by a reaction of the body to a substance to which an individual is highly allergic?

Anaphylactic

What is the recommended site for administering a subcutaneous injection to an infant younger than 12 months of age?

Anterior thigh

All containers used to store waste products, blood, blood products, or other specimens that may be contaminated with bloodborne pathogens must be clearly marked with a bright orange-red ________ symbol.

Biohazard

What is not a sign of a partial airway obstruction?

Bluish skin color

Over which artery is the stethoscope placed when taking blood pressure?

Brachial

Which of the following spiders can cause a serious or life-threatening reaction?

Brown recluse spider

The signal from the AV node is picked up by which of the following?

Bundle of His

How should a patient be identified?

By name and date of birth

Which item on the diagram of the cycle of infection is the method by which a pathogen spreads to another host?

C

During exhalation

Carbon dioxide is removed from the lungs

Before CPR is initiated on an adult, the presence of circulation usually is determined by palpating which pulse?

Carotid

Which of the following pulse sites is often used to monitor pulse during exercise?

Carotid

Debbie discovers a 40-year-old patient collapsed in the office hallway. What is the best location for checking the patient's pulse?

Carotid artery

What is another name for a stroke?

Cerebrovascular accident

Which of the following helps prevent foreign substances from reaching the eardrum?

Cerumen

Which of the following does NOT tend to increase body temperature?

Cold weather

Which of the following symptoms are experienced by a patient when his or her temperature begins to rise?

Coldness and chills

Which of the following is not included in a well-child visit?

Collection of a urine specimen

In what type of fracture is the bone splintered or shattered into three or more fragments?

Comminuted

What is the name given to the type of fever in which the temperature fluctuates minimally but always remains elevated?

Continuous

Which of the following is an example of a closed wound?

Contusion

What term is used to describe a bluish discoloration of the skin caused by a lack of oxygen?

Cyanosis

What is the medical term for the profuse excretion of sweat?

Diaphoresis

The phase in the cardiac cycle in which the heart relaxes between contractions is known as

Diastole

What immunizations are included in a DTaP injection?

Diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus

How is the vastus lateralis site located in an infant and young child?

Divide the mid-anterior thigh into thirds and administer the injection into the middle third

Which of the following positions is used as an alternative to the lithotomy position when patients have severe arthritis or joint deformity?

Dorsal recumbent

You take Mrs. Main's temperature at 7:00 a.m.; it reads 97.8 °F. At 3:00 p.m., you take her temperature again; it reads 99 °F. How do you account for the difference?

During sleep, body metabolism slows down.

What term is used to describe an irregularity in the heart's rhythm?

Dysrhythmia

What term describes a progressive lung disorder in which there is a loss of elasticity of the alveoli of the lungs?

Emphysema

What is true regarding epinephrine?

Epinephrine given IM in the vastus lateralis absorbs quicker than if given in the deltoid.

Internal respiration is the

Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and body cells

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of an asthmatic attack?

Hives

Measuring pediatric blood pressure helps to identify children at risk for developing

Hypertension as adults

What type of breathing may occur with a panic attack?

Hyperventilation

What term is used to describe an abnormal decrease in the rate and depth of respiration?

Hypopnea

What name is given to the heat-regulating center of the body?

Hypothalamus

A family that lives near a neighborhood lake calls to report that their child has fallen into the water and now has a temperature below 95° F. What type of problem is this?

Hypothermia

What type of shock is caused by loss of blood or other body fluids?

Hypovolemic

You are working in an urgent care center and a patient with no other symptoms than not feeling well comes in to be assessed. All patients get an oxygen saturation level with their vitals. This patient has an oxygen saturation of 85%. Which action is the most appropriate to take?

Immediately alert the provider and gather oxygen equipment and supplies

What is the name of the type of fracture in which the broken ends of the bone are forcefully jammed together?

Impacted

Where is the popliteal pulse located?

In the back of the knee

The apical pulse is located

In the fifth intercostal space, at the junction of the left midclavicular line

Where is the femoral pulse located?

In the middle of the groin

What happens when there is an increase of carbon dioxide in the blood?

Increase in rate and depth of breathing

How does physical exercise temporarily affect the pulse?

Increases the pulse rate

Which of the following individuals has the fastest pulse rate?

Infant

During ear irrigation, which of the following techniques is performed to prevent injury to the tympanic membrane?

Injecting the irrigating solution toward the roof of the ear canal

Which instruction is appropriate for preparing a patient for spirometry?

It is okay to bend at the waist, but keep the chin elevated.

What should be done with a used probe cover for a tympanic membrane thermometer?

It should be ejected into a regular waste container

If the provider requests a "rhythm strip," which lead should the medical assistant run?

Lead II

Which heart chamber receives oxygenated blood from the lungs?

Left atrium

What is not a symptom of MIs?

Leg and groin pain

The three-point gait is used for which of the following conditions?

Leg fracture

Normal blood pressure for an adult is

Less than 120/80 mm Hg

Which of the following is not part of the role of the medical assistant for a general physical exam?

Listen to the patient's heart and lung sounds

A temperature of 100 °F is classified as

Low-grade fever

When a patient has symptoms that may indicate more than one condition, what must the practitioner do first?

Make a differential diagnosis

What immunizations are included in an MMR injection?

Measles, mumps, rubella

The control center for involuntary respiration is the

Medulla

Which examination method is used to obtain a patient's height and weight?

Mensuration

A temperature of 97.6 °F is classified as

Normal

Which of the following emergency situations should be managed first?

Occluded airway

Where is the radial pulse located?

On the thumb side of the wrist

How often does OSHA require employers to review and update their exposure control plan?

Once each year

One respiration consists of

One inhalation and one exhalation

Which of the following individuals interprets and fills ophthalmic prescriptions such as a prescription for eyeglasses?

Optician

What term is used to describe breathing that is easier in a sitting position?

Orthopnea

The medical assistant will provide the practitioner with which piece of equipment to examine a patient's ears?

Otoscope

Which examination method is used by the medical provider to determine whether the lungs contain air or fluid?

Percussion

The abbreviation used to record oxygen saturation as measured by a pulse oximeter is

SpO2

Which of the following can be used to support and immobilize a fractured wrist?

Splint

Which of the following injuries results in an overstretching of a muscle or tendon?

Strain

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?

Sudden weakness on one side of the body

A person who has little or no immunity to infection by an organism is called a(n) ________ host.

Susceptible

A temporary loss of neurologic function that is caused by a problem with blood flow to the brain tissues is called a:

TIA (transient ischemic attack)

Which of the following terms describes an abnormally fast pulse rate?

Tachycardia

When the patient's forehead is sweating, which of the following ensures an accurate temporal artery temperature reading?

Taking the temperature behind the earlobe

What is the definition of the term ambulation?

The ability to walk

Pulse oximetry provides the physician with information on

The amount of oxygen being delivered to the tissues

Which of the following indicates that the proper cuff size has been selected for a pediatric patient?

The bladder of the cuff encircles 80% to 100% of the child's arm

Why is it important to develop a rapport with a pediatric patient?

The child is more likely to be cooperative during procedures

All of the following are growth requirements for microorganisms except:

acidic environment

The most frequent reason for applying a cast is to:

align a fracture until proper healing occurs.

After performing an ear instillation, the patient is instructed to lie on the unaffected side to

allow complete distribution of the medication

n ice bag should be filled with small pieces of ice to:

allow the bag to mold better to a body area

The exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen between lung tissue and the bloodstream occurs in the

alveolar sacs

After the bronchi enter the lungs, they branch into smaller passages that terminate in:

alveoli.

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

lithotomy

Patients with chronic hepatitis B face an increased risk of developing:

liver cancer

All of the following information is included in a VIS except:

lot number of the vaccine.

The medical term for a heart attack is:

myocardial infarction.

A person who cannot see objects at a distance has a condition known as:

myopia.

Which piece of equipment is used to turn a liquid medication into an aerosol so that it can be breathed into the lungs?

nebulizer

The most likely means of contracting hepatitis B in the health care setting is through

needlesticks and blood splashes.

A cane should be held:

on the strong side of the body.

The physician uses a(n) ______ to examine the eyes.

ophthalmoscope

Which of the examination techniques would the provider use to evaluate abdominal tenderness?

palpation

An optometrist performs all of the following except:

performs eye surgery.

The ______________ is the saclike membrane surrounding the heart.

pericardium

When explaining the use of a heating pad, the medical assistant should instruct a patient to

place a protective covering over the pad.

The appropriate way to handle and dispose of contaminated sharps is to ________.

place used sharps in a rigid, leakproof, puncture-resistant biohazardous waste container

The respiratory center is located in the

pons and medulla of the brain stem

The local application of cold may be used to

prevent swelling.

All of the following are characteristics of the sick-child visit except:

the child is cured of his or his illness.

If the word otic appears on a medication label, it means that it is to be used in

the ear only

The length of the needle used to administer an intramuscular injection to a child depends on

the size of the child

The optimal growth temperature is:

the temperature at which a microorganism grows best

After removing a cast, it is normal for the extremity to appear:

thin and flabby.