CCMA Review - Written Quiz pt.2
Which of the following BMI is considered overweight?
A BMI greater than or equal to 25
Which of the following describe the "rate" respiration characteristic?
Number of breaths per minute
Which of the following is true when measuring head circumference?
The tape measure should be wrapped above the eyebrows and ears when measuring head circumference.
True or False. Single-dose vials are premeasured, so calculation and dosages do not have to be monitored as closely.
True
Which of the following is the personal record that includes the names of vaccines administered and dates of administration?
VIS
Which of the following title describes a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease in children ?
Pediatrician
Which of the following is the preferred distance between injections sites if they are used on the same thigh?
1 inch
Which of the following is the normal range for body temperature?
97 to 99*F
Which if the following describes "fainting"?
Syncope
Which of the following is not a step to complete prior to placing an infant on a weight scale?
Administer vaccines
When giving a vaccine to an infant, what size needle is most appropiate?
1 inch
Which of the following does not belong to the supplies to be gathered when administering vaccines to an infant?
18-gauge needle
Which of the following options best completes the statement, "The ____________ should be placed on a tray in the correct order the injections will be administered"?
Syringes
Which of the following describe the "depth" respiration characteristic?
Amount of air inhaled or exhaled.
Which of the following terms is in relation to measuring the force of blood against the artery walls while the heart is contracting?
Systolic
Which of the following is not included in the development assessment in pediatric procedures?
Blood pressure
Over which artery is the stethoscope placed when taking blood pressure?
Brachial
Which of the following pulse site is in the neck area?
Carotid
Which of metric unit is used to measure head circumference?
Centimeters
Which of the following symptoms is experienced by a patient when his or her temperature begins to rise?
Coldness and child
Which of the following terms is in relation to measuring the force of blood against the artery walls while the heart is relaxing?
Diastolic
Which of the following should the medical assistant do if a patient refuses to have their weight measured?
Document the refusal in the medical record for the provider
Which of the following is the recommended well child visit after 2 years old?
Every 6 months
Which of the following supplies should a MA assemble for a wellness checkup?
Growth chart
Which of the following describes tachycardia?
Heart rate greater than 100/min
_____________________ is important when calculating BMI, checking nutritional status and bone health.
Height
________________ As sometimes referred to as a silent killer because it often is not associated with sympcoms
Hypertension
Which of the following is performed by the MA during a pediatric office visit?
Measured of vital signs, measurement of weight and height, assisting with the physical examination
Which of the following should the medical assistant check when administering medication?
Name of medication, intended route, expiration date
Which of the following consists of "one respiration"?
One inhalation and exhalation
What effect can patient movement have on the pulse oximetry procedures?
Prevents the probe from picking up the pulse signal
Which of the following should a medical assistant do if patient has an elevated bold pressure?
Remeasure using the opposite arm, wait for a few minute and remeasure on the same arm, follow facility policy regarding this incident
Which of the following is used to obtain the measurement of blood pressure?
Sphygmomanometer
Who in the office is most likely responsible for administering immunizations?
The MA
Why is it important to develop a rapport with a pediatric patient?
The child is more likely to be cooperative during procedures
Which of the following is the best technique for how length is measured on an infant?
The infant lies in a supine position
Which of the following is the purpose of measuring head circumference?
To determine if normal brain development is taking place
Which of the following is the information sheet produced by the CDC that explains the benefits and risks of a vaccine?
Vaccine Information Statements
Which of the following statement is true to ensure accuracy when measuring oral temperature electronically?
Verify that patient has not consumed any cold or hot foods or liquid in the past 15 to 30 minutes.
When measuring blood pressure, how should the patient's arm be positioned?
With palms facing down