Question 1

An NST may be ordered if the

Accepted Answer

A)  mother has HIV. 
B)  mother has pre-eclampsia. 
C)  baby is moving frequently in utero. 
D)  mother has endometriosis. 
A)  mother has HIV. 
B)  mother has pre-eclampsia. 
C)  baby is moving frequently in utero. 
D)  mother has endometriosis.

Question 2

Which of the following is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ovarian cancer 
B)  Endometrial cancer 
C)  Breast cancer 
D)  Lung cancer 
A)  Ovarian cancer 
B)  Endometrial cancer 
C)  Breast cancer 
D)  Lung cancer

Question 3

Condoms cannot be used if either partner is allergic to vinyl.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A(n) _________________ is a congenital defect in the brain or spinal column that occurs during embryonic development.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _________________ is a congenital defect in...

Question 5

You are responsible for gathering a detailed gynecologic history on all female patients. What should this history include?

Accepted Answer

The following should be included when a

Question 6

The signs and symptoms of endometriosis include

Accepted Answer

A)  anovulation. 
B)  white vaginal discharge. 
C)  dyspareunia. 
D)  fever. 
A)  anovulation. 
B)  white vaginal discharge. 
C)  dyspareunia. 
D)  fever.

Question 7

Patient education on the use of a diaphragm should include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use spermicidal products if you want extra protection. 
B)  Be refitted if you gain more than 15 pounds. 
C)  Before repeating intercourse, remove the diaphragm and add spermicide. 
D)  If the diaphragm has a small hole, add more spermicide for protection. 
A)  Use spermicidal products if you want extra protection. 
B)  Be refitted if you gain more than 15 pounds. 
C)  Before repeating intercourse, remove the diaphragm and add spermicide. 
D)  If the diaphragm has a small hole, add more spermicide for protection.

Question 8

A LEEP procedure is the least invasive method for collecting a cervical biopsy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Of the four hormones that control the mammary glands, which hormone stimulates the development of the duct system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Estrogen 
B)  Progesterone 
C)  Prolactin 
D)  Oxytocin 
A)  Estrogen 
B)  Progesterone 
C)  Prolactin 
D)  Oxytocin

Question 10

The height of the fundus helps measure the progress of fetal growth and provides information about the estimated gestational age of the fetus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Stage ______ is the stage of labor in which the baby is born.

Accepted Answer

A)  I 
B)  II 
C)  III 
A)  I 
B)  II 
C)  III

Question 12

A cystocele is a protrusion of the bladder into the rectal wall.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Stage _____ is the stage of labor in which the cervix dilates.

Accepted Answer

A)  I 
B)  II 
C)  III 
A)  I 
B)  II 
C)  III

Question 14

Which of the following is not true about the fallopian tubes?

Accepted Answer

A)  The distal end of the tube attaches to the ovaries. 
B)  They are also called the oviducts. 
C)  They may develop adhesions from chronic inflammation. 
D)  Fertilization typically occurs in the distal third of the tubes. 
A)  The distal end of the tube attaches to the ovaries. 
B)  They are also called the oviducts. 
C)  They may develop adhesions from chronic inflammation. 
D)  Fertilization typically occurs in the distal third of the tubes.

Question 15

The NuvaRing must be placed over the cervix to be effective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A patient with stage II cancer of the cervix has involvement of the lower vagina and the pelvic wall.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following prenatal blood or laboratory tests helps determine immunity to German measles?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hematocrit and hemoglobin levels 
B)  Blood type and Rh 
C)  Rubella titer 
D)  Syphilis, Hepatitis B, and HIV screening 
E)  Pap test 
A)  Hematocrit and hemoglobin levels 
B)  Blood type and Rh 
C)  Rubella titer 
D)  Syphilis, Hepatitis B, and HIV screening 
E)  Pap test

Question 18

The hormone oxytocin stimulates milk ejection from the breast.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Failure to have a menstrual period is called

Accepted Answer

A)  metrorrhagia. 
B)  menorrhagia. 
C)  amenorrhea. 
D)  dysmenorrhea. 
A)  metrorrhagia. 
B)  menorrhagia. 
C)  amenorrhea. 
D)  dysmenorrhea.

Question 20

Which type of abortion is characterized by spotting without dilation of the cervix?

Accepted Answer

A)  Complete 
B)  Spontaneous 
C)  Missed 
D)  Threatened 
A)  Complete 
B)  Spontaneous 
C)  Missed 
D)  Threatened

Exam 34: Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology

An NST may be ordered if the

Which of the following is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women?

Condoms cannot be used if either partner is allergic to vinyl.

A(n) _________________ is a congenital defect in the brain or spinal column that occurs during embryonic development.

You are responsible for gathering a detailed gynecologic history on all female patients. What should this history include?

The signs and symptoms of endometriosis include

Patient education on the use of a diaphragm should include which of the following?

A LEEP procedure is the least invasive method for collecting a cervical biopsy.

Of the four hormones that control the mammary glands, which hormone stimulates the development of the duct system?

The height of the fundus helps measure the progress of fetal growth and provides information about the estimated gestational age of the fetus.

Stage ______ is the stage of labor in which the baby is born.

A cystocele is a protrusion of the bladder into the rectal wall.

Stage _____ is the stage of labor in which the cervix dilates.

Which of the following is not true about the fallopian tubes?

The NuvaRing must be placed over the cervix to be effective.

A patient with stage II cancer of the cervix has involvement of the lower vagina and the pelvic wall.

Which of the following prenatal blood or laboratory tests helps determine immunity to German measles?

The hormone oxytocin stimulates milk ejection from the breast.

Failure to have a menstrual period is called

Which type of abortion is characterized by spotting without dilation of the cervix?

Competency-Based Education and the Medical Assistant Student

The Medical Assistant and the Healthcare Team

Professional Behavior in the Workplace

Therapeutic Communications

Medicine and Law

Medicine and Ethics

Technology and Written Communication in the Medical Office

Telephone Techniques

Scheduling Appointments and Patient Processing

Daily Operations in the Ambulatory Care Setting

The Health Record

Basics of Diagnostic Coding

Basics of Procedural Coding

Basics of Health Insurance

Medical Billing and Reimbursement

Patient Accounts, Collections, and Practice Management

Banking Services and Procedures

Supervision and Human Resources Management

Medical Practice Marketing and Customer Service

Infection Control

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Vital Signs

Assisting With the Primary Physical Examination

Principles of Pharmacology

Pharmacology Math

Administering Medications

Safety and Emergency Practices

Assisting in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology

Assisting in Dermatology

Assisting in Gastroenterology

Assisting in Urology and Male Reproduction

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Orthopedic Medicine

Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

Assisting in Endocrinology

Assisting in Pulmonary Medicine

Assisting in Cardiology

Assisting in Geriatrics

Principles of Electrocardiography

Assisting With Diagnostic Imaging

Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory

Assisting in the Analysis of Urine

Assisting in Blood Collection

Assisting in the Analysis of Blood

Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology

Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Surgical Asepsis and Assisting With Surgical Procedures

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