Chapter 56, 57, 12-14

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The body does not get energy from:

minerals

Which term means: Discrete, pus-filled raised area?

Pustule

The height of a walker should be adjusted so that the handles are at hip level, and the bend of the patient's elbows is at a ____-degree angle.

25-30

a cane should fit comfortably in a patients hand with the arm hanging naturally at the side and the elbow fixed at a __ degree angle

25-30

The spinal column has _____ cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae plus the sacrum and coccyx.

24

naturally occurring, inorganic, homogeneous, solid substances

minerals

the height of the walker should be adjusted so that the handles are at hip level, and the bend of the patients elbows are at a __ degree angle

25-30

Thoracic vertebrae serve as the posterior attachment points for _____ pairs of ribs.

12

The skin makes up about _____ percent of total body weight.

15

the basic amount of calories required to maintain the weight of an average sized adult expending a low level of energy is

1500-1800 calories

What percentage of bone structure is water?

20

it takes ___ for the brain to realize that the stomach is full

20 minutes

The adult skeleton has how many bones?

206

Eating no more than a total of ____ percent of calories from fat each day is recommended for a healthy heart.

30

eating no more than a total of ______ calories from fat each day is recommended for a healthy heart

30

the standard adult sling is about 55 inches across the base and __ inches long

36-40

when using crutches patients should place the approximately 4-5 inches in front and__ to the side of their heels

4-5 inches

The effects of a thread lift are anticipated to last about:

5 years

The cranium is a fusion of _____ cranial bones.

8

When applying an arm sling, you should position the arm into a ____-degree angle, and then slide it into the pouch-like opening of the sling.

90

when applying an arm sling you should position the arm into a __ degree angle and then slide it into the pouch like opening of the sling

90

an example of a fat-soluble vitamin is vitamin

A

the body does not get energy from

minerals

What is the thickest and longest tendon in the human body?

Achilles tendon

​Which of the following would be considered a dietary need or consideration for patients with lactose sensitivity?

All of the above

With involved fractures, such as compound or comminuted, surgical procedure is often necessary either to repair the skin and surrounding tissues or to place all the small bone fragments in position. This procedure is called:

An open reduction

Which term means: Made up of the bones of the arms, hands, legs, feet, shoulders, and pelvis?

Appendicular skeleton

______________ is the practice of using certain key muscle groups together with good body alignment and proper body positioning to reduce the risk for injury to both patient and caregiver.

Body mechanics

Which type of diagnostic exam: A surgeon makes a small incision in the patient's skin and then inserts pencil-sized instruments that contain small lenses and lighting systems to magnify and illuminate the structures inside the joint?

Arthroscopy

Which type of diagnostic exam: This endoscopic procedure permits direct visual inspection of a joint, most often the knee?

Arthroscopy

Which type of diagnostic exam: Useful in detecting arthritis, torn meniscus, cysts, or loose pieces of tissue?

Arthroscopy

The place where two or more bony parts join together is known as an _____ or joint.

Articulation

An easy reference to remember the signs of melanoma is the ABCDE rules. Identify the correct ABCDE set of rules.

Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color, Diameter, and Evolving

Which term means: Made up of the spinal column, skull, and rib cage?

Axial skeleton

Which term means: Slow-growing, locally destructive skin tumor?

Basal cell carcinoma

​Why should you instruct the patient to take small, slow steps when using a cane?

Because it aids in maintaining balance.

Which type of diagnostic exam: This is a precise nuclear medicine procedure using small amounts of a radioactive substance that are injected into a vein to help diagnose the presence of disease based on structural appearance?

Bone scan

Which type of diagnostic exam: Usually, the procedure is done in two parts. The injection is given first, and the medium is carried in the blood to the skeleton and distributed throughout the bones?

Bone scan

an example of a water-soluble vitamin is vitamin

C

What are the two types of kyphosis? a. spinal and cranial b. chronic and acute c. adolescent and adult d. seasonal and environmental

C. Adolescent and adult

Which term means: Yellow pigment?

Carotene

Which of the following conditions is caused by the compression of the median nerve at the wrist?

Carpal tunnel syndrome

The acute diffuse or spreading inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous tissue is known as:

Cellulitis

Which of the following is NOT a common treatment for acne vulgaris?

Change in diet

Superficial basal cell carcinomas commonly occur on the:

Chest and back

Tea is the beverage of choice in which cultural diet?

Chinese

tea is the beverage of choice in which cultural diet

Chinese

Which term means: Collar bone?

Clavicle

A common injury among children is the _____ fracture that involves the breaking of the distal end of the radius, causing a characteristic bulge at the wrist.

Colles'

Which type of diagnostic exam: Multiple slices are taken that allow the provider to determine the anatomy in three dimensions?

Computed tomography (CT) scan

Which type of diagnostic exam: A computer takes the information and reconstructs a cross-sectional (axial) "slice" of the patient?

Computer tomography (CT) scan

A "duck waddle" walk is a sign of:

Congenital hip dysplasia

Which term means: When the surface blood vessels do this, it reduces the loss of heat through the skin?

Constrict

Which term means: Collection of dried serum and debris?

Crust

A scrape or burn is an example of a(n):

Excoriation

Which wrinkle treatment involves the controlled scraping of the top layers of the skin?

Dermabrasion

Which term means: Inflammation of the skin?

Dermatitis

Which term means: Middle layer of the skin?

Dermis

Which term means: When surface vessels do this, heat from the blood can escape through the skin's surface, cooling the body?

Dilate

What is the recommended method for disposing of the insect that causes Lyme disease?

Dropping it in 70 percent alcohol or diluted bleach?

Vitamin _____ is lipid-soluble and can pass through the skin.

E

an herb reported to stimulate the immune system to help prevent developing a cold or the flu

Echinacea

As people age:

Elastic fibers increase in size and collagen degenerates

Which term means: Mass of foreign material circulating within the blood vessels?

Embolus

Which term means: Outer (or top) layer of the skin?

Epidermis

Which term means: Condition commonly known as sunburn?

Erythema

Rosacea affects which part of the body?

Face

Which term means: Last five pairs of ribs in the rib cage?

False ribs

Physiologic nonscarring alopecia typically occurs in:

Females after childbirth

The longest bone in any species is the:

Femur

An immovable joint is called synarthrosis or:

Fibrous

The phalanges are the:

Fingers and toes

Which term means: Linear crack from epidermis to dermis?

Fissure

The bones of children are much more _____ than those of an adult.

Flexible

Which term means: Infection of the hair follicle with the formation of a pustule?

Folliculitis

Which term means: Openings between the vertebrae?

Foraminae

​A tip for good body mechanics when sitting is:

Get up and stretch often, and take short walks if you can.

Which term means: Disorder that usually appears in women and children in which excessive body hair develops in an adult male pattern of growth?

Hirsutism

Herpes simplex I is most often associated with lesions:

In the oral and nasal areas

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of furuncles?

Injury

Which term means: Refers to an external covering or skin?

Integumentary

Which term means: These separate the bones of the spinal column?

Intervertebral cartilage disks

Scabies is caused by the:

Itch mite

Kosher meals are an important component of which cultural diet?

Jewish

Which of the following practices is recommended to help maintain a safe home environment for a patient using an ambulatory aid?

Keep floors free of spills and clutter.

Which term means: Scar that developed excess dense tissue as it progressed through the healing process?

Keloid

A/An _____ is a bowing of the back usually at the thoracic level.

Kyphosis

Strong, flexible bands of connective tissue called _____ hold long bones together at the joints.

Ligaments

type of crutch that is commonly referred to as a forearm crutch

Lofstrand/Canadian

Which type of diagnostic exam: Images can be constructed in any plane (not just axial)?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Which type of diagnostic exam: This process uses strong magnets that cause all of the protons in the field to "line up"?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Which term means: Neoplasm that develops from the pigment-producing melanocytes?

Malignant melanoma

A(n) _____ peel affects surface and some underlying cells.

Medium

Which term means: Brown-black pigment?

Melanin

Oil glands are located in or near hair follicles over the entire skin surface, EXCEPT for the:

Palms and soles

The small bone at the knee is known as the:

Patella

Which term means: Condition, found primarily among children, that is spread through shared combs, brushes, clothing, and hats?

Pediculosis capitis

Which term means: Condition commonly known as crabs?

Pediculosis pubis

The _____ is the tough membrane that covers the surface of the bone.

Periosteum

When the amputated stump has healed sufficiently, a _____ (artificial part) may be fitted.

Prosthesis

Which term means: Chronic inflammatory condition that is recurrent, with alternating periods of remission or increased severity?

Psoriasis

Type of exercise consisting of any body action that involves muscles, joints, and natural directional movements

ROM

Before the broken bone can be set, traction (pulling) - either manually or by a system of ropes and pulleys - must be used to stretch the muscles and pull the bone pieces back into alignment. This procedure is known as _____ the fracture.

Reducing

Eczema is characterized by ______ skin.

Scaly

Which term means: Shoulder blade?

Scapula

_____ is the lateral curvature of the spine, typically in the thoracic region.

Scoliosis

labels on dietary supplements should contain al but which of the following

an FDA endorsement

Which term means: Invasive tumor with metastatic potential?

Squamous cell carcinoma

Which term means: Breast bone?

Sternum

When standing, it is recommended that you point your feet _____ and about shoulder width apart.

Straight

Which term means: Deepest (or bottom) layer of the skin?

Subcutaneous

The pelvic girdle is joined anteriorly at the _____ and posteriorly at the _____.

Symphysis pubis / sacrum

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeleton?

Temperature control

Lyme disease is carried by which insect?

Tick

Phantom limb is often described by patients as a _____ sensation.

Tingling

Dislocation is LEAST likely to occur in which of the following joint locations?

Toe

Which term means: Refers to the administration of a drug through the skin?

Transdermal

The winglike side projections of a typical vertebra are called the:

Transverse processes

Carbuncles are:

Treated with systemic antibiotics

Which term means: First seven pairs of ribs in the rib cage?

True ribs

Which term means: Deep loss of skin surface, which may extend into the dermis, that can bleed periodically and scar?

Ulcer

Rosacea affects which part of the body? a. Face b. Hands c. Calves d. Upper back

a. Face

vitamins are called

micronutrients

The lesions caused by chicken pox are:

Vesicles

Scurvy is the result of a deficiency of:

Vitamin C

If a patient has verrucae, he or she has:

Warts

Which term means: Itchy, temporarily elevated area with an irregular shape formed as a result of localized skin edema?

Wheal

Which of the following is a frequently used test that evaluates the conditions of bones in cases such as dislocations, sprains, and fractures?

X-ray

Which type of diagnostic exam: A frequently used test that evaluates the condition of bones in cases such as dislocations, sprains, and fractures?

X-ray

The spinal column has _____ cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae plus the sacrum and coccyx. a. 24 b. 12 c. 22 d. 16

a. 24

Which of the following minerals are most often found to be lacking from the diet? a. Calcium, iron, and iodine b. Magnesium, iron, fluorine c. Zinc, cobalt, calcium d. Magnesium, zinc, potassium

a. Calcium, iron, and iodine

Which wrinkle treatment involves the controlled scraping of the top layers of the skin? a. Dermabrasion b. Chemical peel c. Laser resurfacing d. Plastic surgery

a. Dermabrasion

​Several servings of ________ foods (fruits, vegetables, peas and beans, whole grain cereals) should be included in the daily diet to promote a healthy digestive tract and prevent constipation. a. Fiber-rich b. high carbohydrate c. ​low-density lipid ​d. nutrient-rich

a. Fiber-rich

Which of the following is not a common cause of furuncles? a. Injury b. Irritation c. Pressure d. Friction

a. Injury

The MyPlate program: a. Is intended to encourage Americans to make healthier food choices b. Is a one-size-fits-all system c. Uses servings numbers instead of household measures d. Focuses solely on food

a. Is intended to encourage Americans to make healthier food choices

Which of the following would not be considered a way to help patients and their families identify techniques to maintain a safe home environment for persons using ambulatory aids? a. Place a throw rug on the floor beside the bed. b. Keep floors free of spills and clutter c. Avoid any bare floor-care product, such as floor wax, that might cause the floor to be slippery d. Appropriate footwear is worn; it should be well fitting and have a nonslip walking surface.

a. Place a throw rug on the floor beside the bed.

When the amputated stump has healed sufficiently, a ______________ (artificial part) may be fitted. a. Prosthesis b. phantom limb c. Callus d. none of the above

a. Prosthesis

Muscle groups are separated by membranes called: a. Sheaths b. Tissue c. Extensors d. Sphincters

a. Sheaths

​Muscle groups are separated by membranes called: a. Sheaths b. Tissue c. Extensors d. Sphincters

a. Sheaths

This type of muscular dystrophy has increased in infants since they are now placed on their backs to prevent SIDS. The sternocleidomastoid muscle shortens due to the position. a. Torticollis b. Duchenne's c. Erb's d. Juvenile

a. Torticollis

Carbuncles are: a. characterized by small red, irritated spots b. treated with systemic antibiotics c. usually caused by the herpes virus d. relatively painless

a. characterized by small red, irritated spots

Vitamins are called: a. micronutrients b. Macronutrients c. antinutrients d. enzymatic nutrients

a. micronutrients

Dislocation is least likely to occur in which of the following joint locations? a. toe b. finger c. knee d. shoulder

a. toe

The extensor muscle that straightens the elbow is the: a. triceps b. biceps c. trapezius d. flexor carpi ulnaris

a. triceps

​A tip for good body mechanics when sitting is: a. ​Get up and stretch often, and take short walks if you can. ​b. Place one foot up on a small stool or other similar object. ​c. Place a pillow under your knees d. All of the above

a. ​Get up and stretch often, and take short walks if you can.

​The back is covered by a large muscle called the _____________. Its main function is to extend and adduct the arm, as when swimming. a. ​latissimus dorsi b. ​latissimus dorsal ​c. deltoid d. pectoralis major

a. ​latissimus dorsi

used of extremely thin sterilized needles inserted on points along the network of 12 body meridians to connect the different levels from the organs to the skin

acupuncture

the nations number one drug problem is

alcohol

tea drinkers may benefit by

all of the above

​Which of the following has been suggested to reduce the incidence of cancer?

all of the above

Labels on dietary supplements should contain all but which of the following?

an FDA endorsement

A copper deficiency can cause

anemia in malnourished children

A copper deficiency can cause:

anemia in malnourished children

condition in which a person refuses to eat over a period of time

anorexia nervosa

a stress-related condition in which the patient is in a constant state of worry is

anxiety

crutches should be adjusted so that the underarm pad is about 2 inches below this

axilla

Eating no more than a total of ____ percent of calories from fat each day is recommended for a healthy heart. a. 20 b. 30 c. 40 d. 50

b. 30

An easy reference to remember the signs of melanoma is the ABCDE rules. Identify the correct ABCDE set of rules. a. Atypical, Border irregularity, Color, Diameter, and Evolving b. Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color, Diameter, and Evolving c. Asymmetry, Border regularity, Color, Diameter, and Evidenced ​d. Atypical, Border regularity, Constant, Documented, and Evolving

b. Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color, Diameter, and Evolving

Which of the following is not a symptom of osteoarthritis? a. Joint pain b. Bone atrophy c. Stiffness d. Fluid around the joint

b. Bone atrophy

Superficial basal cell carcinomas commonly occur on the: a. Face and neck b. Chest and back c. Arms and legs d. Stomach and thighs

b. Chest and back

​The structure that connects the mouth with the stomach is known as the: ​a. sphincter b. Esophagus c. Peristalsis d. Bursa

b. Esophagus

A(n) ____ peel affects surface and some underlying cells. a. Light b. Medium c. Deep d. Extreme

b. Medium

The pelvic girdle is joined anteriorly at the _____ and posteriorly at the ______. a. Ligaments / bursa b. Symphysis pubis / sacrum c. Axial / appendicular d. Lumbar vertebrae / coccyx

b. Symphysis pubis / sacrum

Scurvy is the result of a deficiency of: a. Vitamin b b. Vitamin c c. Vitamin d d. Thiamine

b. Vitamin c

When patients tell you they have not been getting any sleep at night, you should ask: a. how long and where they sleep b. how long and when they sleep c. when and where they sleep d. what they do to help themselves stay awake after a poor night of sleep

b. how long and when they sleep

practice of using certain key muscle groups together with good body alignment and proper body positioning to reduce the risk of injury to both patient and caretaker

body mechanics

Fluorine is important for proper:

bone and tooth formation

fluorine is important for proper

bone and tooth formation

condition in which a person eats a very large quantity of food at one time, but uses purging to ride the body of the calories

bulimia

a single portion of which of the following foods contains only a trace of carbohydrates

butter

The effects of a thread lift are anticipated to last about: a. 18 months b. 2 years c. 5 years d. 8 years

c. 5 years

When applying an arm sling, you should position the arm into a ____-degree angle, and then slide it into the pouch-like opening of the sling. a. 45 b. 60 c. 90 d. 120

c. 90

Which diagnostic procedure permits direct visual inspection of a joint a. CT scan b. X-ray c. Arthroscopy d. Bone scan

c. Arthroscopy

The most common bursae are located at the a. Elbow, wrist and neck b. Hip, knee, and ankle c. Elbow, knee, and shoulder d. Wrist hip and shoulder

c. Elbow, knee, and shoulder

When using crutches, patients should place them approximately four to five inches in front and ____ inches to the side of their heels. a. One to two b. Three to four c. Four to five d. Five to six

c. Four to five

A vitamin A deficiency can cause: a. Rickets b. Anemia c. Night blindness d. Tetany

c. Night blindness

The lesions caused by chicken pox are: a. Wheals b. Nodules c. Vesicles d. Macules

c. Vesicles

A copper deficiency can cause: a. cirrhosis b. renal failure c. anemia in malnourished children d. paralysis

c. anemia in malnourished children

People who have followed a regular exercise routine report that they: a. feel depressed b. tire easily c. feel healthier d. have less energy

c. feel healthier

Oil glands are located in or near hair follicles over the entire skin surface, except for the: a. face and neck b. elbows and knees c. palms and soles d. wrists and ankles

c. palms and soles

he small bone at the knee is known as the: a. tibia b. radius c. patella d. fibula

c. patella

which of the following micronutrients forms bones and teeth, coagulates blood, aids in muscle contractility and is found in milk products, fish, and beans

calcium

which of the following minerals are most often found to be lacking from the diet

calcium, iron, iodine

enhance the taste or color of food or prolong the shelf life of a product

chemical additives

commonly used to give a foot, ankle, knee, or leg injury or surgery an opportunity to heal

crutches

A cane should fit comfortably in a patient's hand with the arm hanging naturally at the side and the elbow flexed at about a ____-degree angle. a. 10-15 b. 15-20 c. 20-25 d. 25-30

d. 25-30

​The body has ______ muscles. a. 3 ​b. 30 c. 60 d. 600

d. 600

The body does not get energy from: a. Proteins b. Fats c. Carbohydrates d. Minerals

d. Minerals

The contracting and relaxing of muscles that works food through the body in a wavelike action is called: a. Dystrophy b. Controlled spasm c. Hiccoughing d. Peristalsis

d. Peristalsis

Before the broken bone can be set, traction (pulling)—either manually or by a system of ropes and pulleys—must be used to stretch the muscles and pull the bone pieces back into alignment. This procedure is known as ____________ the fracture. a. Setting b. Pressure setting c. Compound setting d. Reducing

d. Reducing

Which of the following is not part of the hamstring group? a. Semimembranosus b. A portion of the adductor magnus c. Biceps femoris d. Teres major

d. Teres major

Which of the following has been suggested to reduce the incidence of cancer? ​a. most alliums (garlic, onions, leeks, and shallots) ​b. whole grains ​c. fruits and vegetables d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Fluorine is important for proper: a. muscle activity b. hemoglobin formation c. blood coagulation d. bone and tooth formation

d. bone and tooth formation

Which of the following is not a common treatment for acne vulgaris? a. systemic antibiotics b. oral contraceptives c. topical antibacterial product d. change in diet

d. change in diet

What is the main dietary source of vitamin D? a. fish liver oil b. Liver c. egg yolks d. fortified milk

d. fortified milk

The _____ muscles lie beneath the pectoralis major, between the ribs. a. Gastrocnemius b. Sphincter c. Cartilage d. intercostal

d. intercostal

Which of the following people are not commonly trained to fit people for and instruct them in how to use various pieces of mobility equipment? a. therapy aides b. medical supply representatives c. physical therapists d. pharmaceutical sales representatives

d. pharmaceutical sales representatives

The cause of primary osteoporosis is believed to be a combination of all but which of the following? a. Aging b. faulty metabolism because of estrogen deficiency c. sedentary lifestyle d. prolonged inadequate dietary intake of vitamin D

d. prolonged inadequate dietary intake of vitamin D

If a patient has verrucae, he or she has: a. chicken pox b. hives c. shingles d. warts

d. warts

The shoulders are protected by a triangle of muscle called the _____________.

deltoid

deep-rooted guilt feelings, fears, frustrations, and hostilities are signs of

depression

Some food labels include the designation "Exchange" to assist patients with ____ to select food within a particular category.

diabetes

some food labels include the designation "Exchange" to assist patients with ___ to select food within a particular category

diabetes

Most important muscle in breathing.

diaphragm

if patients suddenly become too weak to stand while you are helping them walk across the room, you should

ease them to the floor

The most common bursae are located at the _______, __________, and _________________.

elbow, knee, and shoulder

when applying an arm sling , a patients hand should be

elevated to avoid swelling

a deficiency of which of the following can cause dermatosis

essential fatty acids

burns calories and makes us more flexible, strong, and healthy

exercise

participation in a regular program of this can improve a patients strength and flexibility

exercise

when applying an arm sling, the patients fingers should

extend slightly beyond the edge of the sling

the healing power of prayer

faith

People who have followed a regular exercise routine report that they:

feel healthier

people who have followed a regular exercise routine report that they

feel healthier

Chronic musculoskeletal condition characterized by widespread pain.

fibromyalgia

a clear liquid diet for adults includes all but which of the following

flavored gelatin

What is the main dietary source of vitamin D?

fortified milk

what is the main dietary source of vitamin D

fortified milk

When using crutches, patients should place them approximately four to five inches in front and ____ inches to the side of their heels.

four to five

patients should be instructed to refrain from eating ___ foods

fried

this should always be used when transferring a patient to or from a wheelchair

gait belt

food that seems to have some ability to lower cholesterol and blood pressure

garlic

What is the main muscle in the calf of the leg?

gastrocnemius

food that can settle the stomach in certain instances

ginger

European studies suggest that which dietary supplement may slow the progress of Alzheimers disease

gingko biloba

root of a shrub native to china and korea used to support overall health, boost the immune system, and treaterectile dysfunction, hepatitis C, and menopausal symptoms

ginseng

chemical, produces naturally in the human body as well as in nature, that is promoted as a products to relieve the pain of osteoarthritis

glucosamine sulfate

When muscles function, they change stored glycogen to ______________ as their source of energy.

glucose

The _________________________ muscles support much of the body's weight and enable us to stand erect.

gluteus maximus

​Practicing good body mechanics starts with:

good posture

state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being

health

a 200 year old system of medicine based on the law of similar

homeopathy

When patients tell you they have not been getting any sleep at night, you should ask:

how long and when they sleep

when patients tell you they have not been getting any sleep at night, you should ask

how long and when they sleep

a state of heightened attention in which concentration is focused; in this state, both mind and body are very receptive to suggestions, and the right suggestions can change the way we act

hypnosis

caused by a calcium deficiency

hypocalcemia

caused by a potassium deficiency

hypokalemia

caused by a magnesium deficiency

hypomagnesemia

caused by a sodium deficiency

hyponatremia

End of a muscle furthest from the center of the body.

insertion

term used to describe ot being able to sleep

insomnia

The ______________ muscles lie beneath the pectoralis major, between the ribs.

intercostal

The MyPlate program:

is intended to encourage Americans to make healthier food choices

the MyPlate program

is intended to encourage Americans to make healthier food choices

kosher meals are an important component of which cultural diet

jewish

which of the following practices is recommended to help maintain a safe home environment for a patient using ambulatory aid

keep floors free of spills and clutter

Which of the following is not a primary source of thiamine?

leafy vegetables

which of the following is not a primary source of thiamine

leafy vegetables

using the hands to manipulate muscles and soft tissue

massage

Which of the following is a function of vitamin B12?

maturation of red blood cells

which of the following is a function of vitamin B12

maturation of red blood cells

hormone, produces naturally in the pineal gland within the brain, that plays a part in regulating sleep patterns

melatonin

Vitamins are called:

micronutrients

​When patients have food allergies, they will follow an allergy avoidance or elimination diet. Depending on the severity and type of symptoms, an elimination diet may range from:

moderately to severely restrictive in the amounts of foods allowed

When using a walker, a patient should:

move the walker forward and then step into it while leaning slightly forward

when using a walker a patient should

move the walker forward and then step into it while leaning slightly forward

The constant state of contraction that allows the body to maintain its erect position is known as ______________________________.

muscle tone

a multidisciplinary approach to health care based on the belief that the body has power to heal itself

naturopathy

a vitamin A deficiency can cause

night blindness

patients must wear these when you instruct them on how to use a walker

nonskid shoes

patients who are residents of retirement facilities often arrive by wheelchair and may be accompanied by this person

nursing aide

all the processes involved in the taking in and utilization of food substances by which growth, repair, and maintenance of activities in the body as a whole or any of its parts are accomplished

nutrition

Muscle that enables us to squint or wink.

orbicularis oculi

Muscle that allows humans to whistle, kiss, smile, grin, grimace with pain, or pout.

orbicularis oris

End of a muscle nearest to the center of the body.

origin

The contracting and relaxing of muscles that works food through the body in a wavelike action is called ____________________.

peristalsis

which of the following people are not commonly trained to fit people for and instruct them in how to use various pieces of mobility

pharmaceutical sales representatives

patients are frequently referred to this person for treatment and instruction in range-of-motion exercises

physical therapist

this is considered most helpful in coping with life in general

positive outlook

Which of the following foods is a good source of phosphorus?

poultry

which of the following foods is a good source of phosphorus

poultry

this has four "feet" that provide a stable base that gives a patient better support

quad-base cane

which of the following is not a commonly available feature of walkers

runners

plant that produces berries containing phytosterol compounds that scientists think might slow down the production of male testosterone

saw palmetto

When muscles contract, they become __________________.

shorter and thicker

natural way for the body to restore itself

sleep

Often used to support an arm after a fracture or injury to the shoulder or arm

sling

When using a cane, patients should be instructed to take ____ steps.

small, slow

when using a cane, patients should be instructed to take______ steps

small, slow

Smooth, donut-shaped muscle that pinches shut intermittently to control the flow of food, liquid, or blood.

sphincter

food that contains a lot of folate and vitamin C

spinach

Tendonitis is MOST often caused by a _____________________.

sports related injury

Which of the following is NOT a function of muscles? providing the body with the ability to move storing calcium providing heat holding the body upright

storing calcium

when standing it is recommended that you point your feet __ and about shoulder width apart

straight

Commonly results from the application of too much stress to skeletal muscles while exercising or participating in athletic activities.

strain

recommended before any type of exercise to prevent injury

stretching

some form of this is often needed to allow a person to have as much mobility as possible after a serious illness or accident

supporting device

When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to an exam table, you should:

take advantage of any assistance the patient can provide in lifting and moving

when transferring a patient from a wheelchair to an exam table, you should

take advantage of any assistance the patient can provide in lifting and moving

Strong fibrous structure attached to rough surfaces on a bone.

tendon

Which of the following is NOT part of the hamstring group? semimembranosus beceps femoris a portion of the adductor magnus teres major

teres major

used in the treatment of patients with a specific disease or disorder

therapeutic drugs

When supporting a weakened patient, you should keep your back straight, bend from the knees, and use your ____ muscles to handle the weight.

thigh

when supporting weakened patient you should keep your back straight, bend from the knees and use your __ muscles to handle the weight

thigh

Which of the following is NOT part of the quadriceps femoris? vastus lateralis tibialis anterior rectus femoris vastus intermedius

tibialis anterior

Neck deformity that bends the head to the affected side and rotates the chin toward the opposite side.

torticollis

The extensor muscle that straightens the elbow is the _____________________.

triceps

When moving patients, you should:

use a gait belt

when moving patients you should

use a gait belt

to prevent a back injury when moving heavy objects you should

use your body weight to push or pull them

To prevent a back injury when moving heavy objects, you should:

use your body's weight to push or pull them

A _____ deficiency can lead to convulsions in infants.

vitamin B6

a ____ deficiency can lead to convulsions in infants

vitamin B6

scurvy if the result of a deficiency of

vitamin c

organic substances found in foods that are essential to good health and growth

vitamins

this is useful for patients who, because of age or physical condition cannot safely use crutches

walker

used to enable a person who would otherwise be immobile to get around

wheelchair

used to relieve pain for more than 2400 years

willow bark

When the patient walks with a cane, the cane should swing forward:

with the injured extremity

when the patient walks with a cane, the can should swing forward

with the injured extremity

​A tip for good body mechanics when standing is:

​Place one foot up on a small stool or other similar object.

The_________ functions as a watery cushion to minimize pressure and friction over bony prominences and under tendons. ​a. bursa b. ​tendon ​c. tissue d. cartilage

​a. bursa

​Ergonomics covers a large scope and is often discussed in the front office with employees who are working with computers or spending a lot of time sitting at a desk. Which of the following relates to assessing those work-related factors that can pose a risk of musculoskeletal disorders?

​all of the above

​______________ is the practice of using certain key muscle groups together with good body alignment and proper body positioning to reduce the risk for injury to both patient and caregiver. a. Anterior-posterior position ​b. Body mechanics c. Range of motion ​d. All of the above

​b. Body mechanics

What is the practice of using certain key muscle groups together with good body alignment and proper body positioning to reduce the risk for injury to both patient and caregiver known as?

​body mechanics


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