Question 1

Plantar reflexes are tested with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  The patient in an upright or a supine position 
B)  With either the fingers or the reflex hammer 
C)  Using tapotement 
D)  None of the above 
A)  The patient in an upright or a supine position 
B)  With either the fingers or the reflex hammer 
C)  Using tapotement 
D)  None of the above

Question 2

Which of the following positions may be used when an anterior examination is to be done, but the patient has back pain?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lithotomy 
B)  Semi-Fowler's 
C)  Dorsal recumbent 
D)  Horizontal recumbent 
A)  Lithotomy 
B)  Semi-Fowler's 
C)  Dorsal recumbent 
D)  Horizontal recumbent

Question 3

Which body cavity protects organs of the nervous system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thoracic cavity 
B)  Pericardial cavity 
C)  Ventral cavity 
D)  Dorsal cavity 
A)  Thoracic cavity 
B)  Pericardial cavity 
C)  Ventral cavity 
D)  Dorsal cavity

Question 4

A number of Felicia's co-workers have been complaining about work-related lower back pain. Dr. Kosto asks Felicia to research information about correct body mechanics and share it with the staff. Summarize at least five safe lifting techniques that should be included in the material.

Accepted Answer

Always get

Question 5

A(n) __________ is used to examine the external auditory canal and tympanic membrane.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) __________ is used to examine the...

Question 6

Which examination position is used for gynecologic examinations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dorsal recumbent 
B)  Knee-chest 
C)  Lithotomy 
D)  Trendelenburg's 
A)  Dorsal recumbent 
B)  Knee-chest 
C)  Lithotomy 
D)  Trendelenburg's

Question 7

The examination technique by which the practitioner listens to internal body signs is

Accepted Answer

A)  percussion. 
B)  manipulation. 
C)  palpation. 
D)  auscultation. 
A)  percussion. 
B)  manipulation. 
C)  palpation. 
D)  auscultation.

Question 8

A positive skin turgor test result indicates that the patient is dehydrated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The sclera of the eye is described as the

Accepted Answer

A)  tissue that lines the interior part of the eye. 
B)  part of the eye that is responsible for eye color. 
C)  white part of the eye that may show inflammation. 
D)  area of the eye where tears form. 
A)  tissue that lines the interior part of the eye. 
B)  part of the eye that is responsible for eye color. 
C)  white part of the eye that may show inflammation. 
D)  area of the eye where tears form.

Question 10

Measuring the circumference of an infant's head is an example of __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Measuring the circumference of an infant's head...

Question 11

Which of the following best describes a practitioner who has earned advanced degrees and licensure and who can work in primary or specialty medical practices and clinics?

Accepted Answer

A)  Family practitioner 
B)  Internist 
C)  Nurse practitioner 
D)  Obstetrician 
A)  Family practitioner 
B)  Internist 
C)  Nurse practitioner 
D)  Obstetrician

Question 12

A patient with sensory aphasia may call a glass of soda a cup of coffee.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to the examination table, the medical assistant should always assist the patient on the person's strong side.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The lymphatic system is responsible for filtering waste from the blood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What is used to examine the interior of the eye, including the retina and intraocular vessels?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ophthalmoscope 
B)  Otoscope 
C)  Palpation 
D)  Stethoscope 
A)  Ophthalmoscope 
B)  Otoscope 
C)  Palpation 
D)  Stethoscope

Question 16

Which of the following positions is most appropriate for a patient having a breast examination?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dorsal recumbent 
B)  Jackknife 
C)  Lithotomy 
D)  Semi-Fowler's 
E)  Horizontal recumbent 
A)  Dorsal recumbent 
B)  Jackknife 
C)  Lithotomy 
D)  Semi-Fowler's 
E)  Horizontal recumbent

Question 17

An otorhinolaryngologist is a physician who specializes in what area?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ear and throat 
B)  Eye, ear, and throat 
C)  Eye, ear, and nose 
D)  Ear, nose, and throat 
A)  Ear and throat 
B)  Eye, ear, and throat 
C)  Eye, ear, and nose 
D)  Ear, nose, and throat

Question 18

The __________ position is used for vaginal examinations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The __________ position is used for vaginal...

Question 19

When preparing a patient for a physical examination, the medical assistant is responsible for all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  providing the patient with a gown and instructions on how to wear it. 
B)  making sure the patient has emptied the bladder. 
C)  providing refill prescriptions as needed. 
D)  measuring and recording vital signs. 
A)  providing the patient with a gown and instructions on how to wear it. 
B)  making sure the patient has emptied the bladder. 
C)  providing refill prescriptions as needed. 
D)  measuring and recording vital signs.

Question 20

As a result of his CVA, Mr. Johnson suffers from motor aphasia. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  He pronounces words easily but identifies items inaccurately. 
B)  He knows what he wants to say but cannot pronounce the words clearly. 
C)  He is unable to talk or write because of the damage to his brain. 
D)  He is able to talk clearly if given enough time. 
A)  He pronounces words easily but identifies items inaccurately. 
B)  He knows what he wants to say but cannot pronounce the words clearly. 
C)  He is unable to talk or write because of the damage to his brain. 
D)  He is able to talk clearly if given enough time.

Exam 25: Assisting With the Primary Physical Examination

Plantar reflexes are tested with which of the following?

Which of the following positions may be used when an anterior examination is to be done, but the patient has back pain?

Which body cavity protects organs of the nervous system?

A number of Felicia's co-workers have been complaining about work-related lower back pain. Dr. Kosto asks Felicia to research information about correct body mechanics and share it with the staff. Summarize at least five safe lifting techniques that should be included in the material.

A(n) __________ is used to examine the external auditory canal and tympanic membrane.

Which examination position is used for gynecologic examinations?

The examination technique by which the practitioner listens to internal body signs is

A positive skin turgor test result indicates that the patient is dehydrated.

The sclera of the eye is described as the

Measuring the circumference of an infant's head is an example of __________.

Which of the following best describes a practitioner who has earned advanced degrees and licensure and who can work in primary or specialty medical practices and clinics?

A patient with sensory aphasia may call a glass of soda a cup of coffee.

When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to the examination table, the medical assistant should always assist the patient on the person's strong side.

The lymphatic system is responsible for filtering waste from the blood.

What is used to examine the interior of the eye, including the retina and intraocular vessels?

Which of the following positions is most appropriate for a patient having a breast examination?

An otorhinolaryngologist is a physician who specializes in what area?

The __________ position is used for vaginal examinations.

When preparing a patient for a physical examination, the medical assistant is responsible for all of the following except

As a result of his CVA, Mr. Johnson suffers from motor aphasia. What does this mean?

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