Question 1

Which examination method refers to the process of measuring?

Accepted Answer

A)  Manipulation 
B)  Auscultation 
C)  Percussion 
D)  Mensuration 
E)  Palpation 
A)  Manipulation 
B)  Auscultation 
C)  Percussion 
D)  Mensuration 
E)  Palpation D

Question 2

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

Accepted Answer

proctologic

Question 3

You would use the ________ examination method to note the length and diameter of an extremity.

Accepted Answer

mensuration

Question 4

Which of the following examination methods involves touching the patient to assess texture, temperature, and shape?

Accepted Answer

A)  Palpation 
B)  Manipulation 
C)  Percussion 
D)  Auscultation 
E)  Mensuration 
A)  Palpation 
B)  Manipulation 
C)  Percussion 
D)  Auscultation 
E)  Mensuration

Question 5

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The examination position pictured here is the...

Question 6

A forecast of the probable course and outcome of the disorder and the prospects for recovery is the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  clinical diagnosis 
B)  physical examination 
C)  prognosis 
D)  differential diagnosis 
E)  treatment plan 
A)  clinical diagnosis 
B)  physical examination 
C)  prognosis 
D)  differential diagnosis 
E)  treatment plan

Question 7

Mr. Jeffries is a 92-year-old Native American of Catawba descent. His daughter has brought him to the office because he has had severe abdominal pain for three weeks. Mr. Jeffries has asked his daughter to stay in the reception area while he is examined. He participates willingly during the patient interview, but when you ask him to disrobe and put on a patient gown, he refuses. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ask the daughter to come into the exam room and convince her father to disrobe 
B)  Insist that Mr. Jeffries disrobe completely so the physician can perform a physical exam 
C)  Allow Mr. Jeffries to keep his underwear on and provide a large drape to cover him completely 
D)  Allow him to remain clothed and tell the physician that the patient refused to undress 
E)  Tell Mr. Jeffries that the physician will not examine him until he disrobes 
A)  Ask the daughter to come into the exam room and convince her father to disrobe 
B)  Insist that Mr. Jeffries disrobe completely so the physician can perform a physical exam 
C)  Allow Mr. Jeffries to keep his underwear on and provide a large drape to cover him completely 
D)  Allow him to remain clothed and tell the physician that the patient refused to undress 
E)  Tell Mr. Jeffries that the physician will not examine him until he disrobes

Question 8

A(n) ________ is a pattern of assumptions, beliefs, and practices that shape the way people think and act.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ is a pattern of assumptions,...

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Interview the patient 
B)  Ensure patient comfort and safety 
C)  Document an accurate history 
D)  Provide instruments and supplies to the physician 
E)  Listen to the patient's heart and lung sounds 
A)  Interview the patient 
B)  Ensure patient comfort and safety 
C)  Document an accurate history 
D)  Provide instruments and supplies to the physician 
E)  Listen to the patient's heart and lung sounds

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Prone 
B)  Lithotomy 
C)  Recumbent 
D)  Sitting 
E)  Fowler's 
A)  Prone 
B)  Lithotomy 
C)  Recumbent 
D)  Sitting 
E)  Fowler's

Question 11

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The examination position pictured here is the...

Question 12

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The examination position pictured here is the...

Question 13

The role of the medical assistant is to assist both the licensed practitioner and the ________ during a general physical exam.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The role of the medical assistant is...

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Percussion 
B)  Auscultation 
C)  Palpation 
D)  Manipulation 
E)  Inspection 
A)  Percussion 
B)  Auscultation 
C)  Palpation 
D)  Manipulation 
E)  Inspection

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Prone 
B)  Supine 
C)  Dorsal recumbent 
D)  Fowler's 
E)  Sims' 
A)  Prone 
B)  Supine 
C)  Dorsal recumbent 
D)  Fowler's 
E)  Sims'

Question 16

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The examination position pictured here is the...

Question 17

Which of the following is included in the emotional preparation of adult patients for a physical examination?

Accepted Answer

A)  Explain in technical terms exactly what will occur during the examination 
B)  Tell them their cooperation can contribute to the success of the examination 
C)  Avoid telling them how they can expect to feel during parts of the examination 
D)  Be firm and discourage questions from the patient 
E)  Asking the patient if the room temperature is comfortable 
A)  Explain in technical terms exactly what will occur during the examination 
B)  Tell them their cooperation can contribute to the success of the examination 
C)  Avoid telling them how they can expect to feel during parts of the examination 
D)  Be firm and discourage questions from the patient 
E)  Asking the patient if the room temperature is comfortable

Question 18

Which examination method refers to the systematic moving of a patient's body parts?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mensuration 
B)  Percussion 
C)  Palpation 
D)  Manipulation 
E)  Inspection 
A)  Mensuration 
B)  Percussion 
C)  Palpation 
D)  Manipulation 
E)  Inspection

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The answer of A diagnosis based on the signs and...

Question 20

An elderly Chinese woman has been brought to the office by her son. Shana is new at this practice and has never interacted with an elderly Asian woman before. However, she has heard that Asian women defer to male relatives, so instead of addressing the woman, she directs her questions and instructions to the woman's son. What error has Shana made?

Accepted Answer

A)  The son should not be allowed to stay in the room during the patient interview. 
B)  A female relative should have been present during the patient interview. 
C)  People from other cultures should be interviewed only by the physician. 
D)  Shana should have interviewed the son privately without the woman present. 
E)  Shana stereotyped the woman, who may prefer to speak for herself. 
A)  The son should not be allowed to stay in the room during the patient interview. 
B)  A female relative should have been present during the patient interview. 
C)  People from other cultures should be interviewed only by the physician. 
D)  Shana should have interviewed the son privately without the woman present. 
E)  Shana stereotyped the woman, who may prefer to speak for herself.

Exam 38: Assisting With a General Physical Exam

Which examination method refers to the process of measuring?

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

You would use the ________ examination method to note the length and diameter of an extremity.

Which of the following examination methods involves touching the patient to assess texture, temperature, and shape?

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

A forecast of the probable course and outcome of the disorder and the prospects for recovery is the ____.

A(n) ________ is a pattern of assumptions, beliefs, and practices that shape the way people think and act.

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

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

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

The role of the medical assistant is to assist both the licensed practitioner and the ________ during a general physical exam.

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

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

The examination position pictured here is the ________ position.

Which of the following is included in the emotional preparation of adult patients for a physical examination?

Which examination method refers to the systematic moving of a patient's body parts?

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

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Infection Control Fundamentals

Safety and Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Communication

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Managing Medical Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Schedule Management

Insurance Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Collections and Financial Management

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive Systems

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Infection Control Practices

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

Assisting in Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Samples

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Math and Dosage Calculations

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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