Question 1

The three basic categories of elder abuse are ________ elder abuse, institutional elder abuse, and self-neglect or self-abuse.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The three basic categories of elder abuse...

Question 2

When communicating with a patient who has a hearing impairment, ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  speak in higher tones to enhance understanding 
B)  make sure there is adequate lighting 
C)  speak in clear, low-pitched tones 
D)  position yourself to the side of the patient 
E)  shout so the patient can hear you clearly 
A)  speak in higher tones to enhance understanding 
B)  make sure there is adequate lighting 
C)  speak in clear, low-pitched tones 
D)  position yourself to the side of the patient 
E)  shout so the patient can hear you clearly

Question 3

Medical specialists who specialize in the care of elderly people are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  geriatricians 
B)  neurologists 
C)  oncologists 
D)  orthopedists 
E)  pediatricians 
A)  geriatricians 
B)  neurologists 
C)  oncologists 
D)  orthopedists 
E)  pediatricians

Question 4

Mr. Laufenberg is 81 years old. He has been living alone, but he admits that he just can't seem to get around as well as he used to. His daughter, Vera, and her husband have invited him to live with them, and Mr. Laufenberg is delighted. Vera has brought him to the office for a general checkup. While she is there, she asks if there is anything she needs to change in her home. Which of the following guidelines might you give to Vera?

Accepted Answer

A)  Remove all mats and rugs from the bathtub and shower 
B)  Install secure handrails near the bathtub and toilet 
C)  Reduce lighting near stairs and doorways to reduce glare 
D)  Remove carpeting from stairs 
E)  Place throw rugs on bare floors to help warm the feet 
A)  Remove all mats and rugs from the bathtub and shower 
B)  Install secure handrails near the bathtub and toilet 
C)  Reduce lighting near stairs and doorways to reduce glare 
D)  Remove carpeting from stairs 
E)  Place throw rugs on bare floors to help warm the feet

Question 5

Which of the following treatments is not commonly used to treat patients with coronary artery disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  Angioplasty 
B)  Coronary artery bypass surgery 
C)  Smoking cessation 
D)  Chemotherapy 
E)  Cholesterol-lowering medications 
A)  Angioplasty 
B)  Coronary artery bypass surgery 
C)  Smoking cessation 
D)  Chemotherapy 
E)  Cholesterol-lowering medications

Question 6

Because some elderly patients have problems with memory, you should provide detailed ________ instructions that they and their family can refer to as necessary.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because some elderly patients have problems with...

Question 7

Which of the following is the specific diagnostic test for depression?

Accepted Answer

A)  Red blood cell count 
B)  X-ray of the brain 
C)  Urinalysis 
D)  Metabolic panel 
E)  There is no specific diagnostic test 
A)  Red blood cell count 
B)  X-ray of the brain 
C)  Urinalysis 
D)  Metabolic panel 
E)  There is no specific diagnostic test

Question 8

Which of the following statements about cognitive-intellectual development in elderly patients is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most people can no longer learn after the age of 60. 
B)  Long-term memory is often less acute than in younger people. 
C)  Mature adults process information more quickly than young adults. 
D)  Short-term memory seems to remain intact. 
E)  Accumulated information and life experiences make them great teachers. 
A)  Most people can no longer learn after the age of 60. 
B)  Long-term memory is often less acute than in younger people. 
C)  Mature adults process information more quickly than young adults. 
D)  Short-term memory seems to remain intact. 
E)  Accumulated information and life experiences make them great teachers.

Question 9

Signs of patient ________ may be the result of Alzheimer's disease, senility, depression, head injury, or misuse of medications or alcohol.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Signs of patient ________ may be the...

Question 10

A condition in which cholesterol and triglyceride levels are above normal is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  hypertension 
B)  hyperlipidemia 
C)  hypotension 
D)  coronary artery disease 
E)  osteoporosis 
A)  hypertension 
B)  hyperlipidemia 
C)  hypotension 
D)  coronary artery disease 
E)  osteoporosis

Question 11

Treatment for depression generally combines a course of ________ drugs with psychotherapy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Treatment for depression generally combines a course...

Question 12

Which of the following is not generally a factor that may interfere with collecting a 24-hour urine specimen?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nocturia 
B)  Incontinence 
C)  Emphysema 
D)  Uterine prolapse 
E)  Chronic urine retention 
A)  Nocturia 
B)  Incontinence 
C)  Emphysema 
D)  Uterine prolapse 
E)  Chronic urine retention

Question 13

A condition in which the lens of the eye becomes cloudy and opaque, called ________, can be corrected by surgery to replace the lens.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A condition in which the lens of...

Question 14

Which of the following is not considered a possible sign of neglect?

Accepted Answer

A)  Soiled clothing 
B)  Poor skin color 
C)  Foul body odor 
D)  Inappropriate clothing 
E)  Alcohol use 
A)  Soiled clothing 
B)  Poor skin color 
C)  Foul body odor 
D)  Inappropriate clothing 
E)  Alcohol use

Question 15

To help an elderly patient who has hyperlipidemia, you would suggest that he increase exercise and eat foods with lower amounts of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  protein 
B)  carbohydrates 
C)  cholesterol 
D)  fiber 
E)  sugar 
A)  protein 
B)  carbohydrates 
C)  cholesterol 
D)  fiber 
E)  sugar

Question 16

Mrs. Newford is a 74-year-old patient who lives in a retirement community, where she happily participates in activities with other residents. Her medications include a beta blocker, anti-inflammatories for arthritis, and a diuretic. She also says she takes over-the-counter antacids frequently for heartburn. When you ask how many times a day she takes the anti-inflammatories, she hesitates before answering, "Two, I think." Which of the following actions might you take to help Mrs. Newford?

Accepted Answer

A)  Talk to the doctor about simplifying her medication schedule 
B)  Instruct Mrs. Newford to take another dose of medication if she can't remember when she took the last one 
C)  Encourage Mrs. Newford to take her medications with meals 
D)  Provide medication instruction sheets for all of her medications 
E)  Recommend that Mrs. Newford move to a nursing facility 
A)  Talk to the doctor about simplifying her medication schedule 
B)  Instruct Mrs. Newford to take another dose of medication if she can't remember when she took the last one 
C)  Encourage Mrs. Newford to take her medications with meals 
D)  Provide medication instruction sheets for all of her medications 
E)  Recommend that Mrs. Newford move to a nursing facility

Question 17

Which of the following is a reason for the low rate of treatment for depression among elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is no treatment for depression in the elderly. 
B)  Depression in the elderly is inevitable because of deteriorating brain function. 
C)  Elderly patients and their families believe depression is a normal consequence of growing old. 
D)  Elderly patients do not respond to antidepressants. 
E)  The available treatments are complex and difficult to implement. 
A)  There is no treatment for depression in the elderly. 
B)  Depression in the elderly is inevitable because of deteriorating brain function. 
C)  Elderly patients and their families believe depression is a normal consequence of growing old. 
D)  Elderly patients do not respond to antidepressants. 
E)  The available treatments are complex and difficult to implement.

Question 18

Which of the following are symptoms of depression in the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excessive energy and motivation 
B)  Feelings of self-worth 
C)  Recurrent feelings of happiness and hope 
D)  Indecisiveness and difficulty in concentrating 
E)  Showing an interest in other people 
A)  Excessive energy and motivation 
B)  Feelings of self-worth 
C)  Recurrent feelings of happiness and hope 
D)  Indecisiveness and difficulty in concentrating 
E)  Showing an interest in other people

Question 19

Which of the following is a sign of aging in the nervous system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased blood flow to the brain 
B)  Shortened attention span 
C)  Enlargement of the substantia nigra in the brain 
D)  Increase in acetylcholine 
E)  Improved thought processing 
A)  Increased blood flow to the brain 
B)  Shortened attention span 
C)  Enlargement of the substantia nigra in the brain 
D)  Increase in acetylcholine 
E)  Improved thought processing

Question 20

A diet that is high in ________ may help prevent osteoporosis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A diet that is high in ________...

Exam 41: Assisting in Geriatrics

The three basic categories of elder abuse are ________ elder abuse, institutional elder abuse, and self-neglect or self-abuse.

When communicating with a patient who has a hearing impairment, ____.

Medical specialists who specialize in the care of elderly people are ____.

Which of the following treatments is not commonly used to treat patients with coronary artery disease?

Because some elderly patients have problems with memory, you should provide detailed ________ instructions that they and their family can refer to as necessary.

Which of the following is the specific diagnostic test for depression?

Which of the following statements about cognitive-intellectual development in elderly patients is true?

Signs of patient ________ may be the result of Alzheimer's disease, senility, depression, head injury, or misuse of medications or alcohol.

A condition in which cholesterol and triglyceride levels are above normal is ____.

Treatment for depression generally combines a course of ________ drugs with psychotherapy.

Which of the following is not generally a factor that may interfere with collecting a 24-hour urine specimen?

A condition in which the lens of the eye becomes cloudy and opaque, called ________, can be corrected by surgery to replace the lens.

Which of the following is not considered a possible sign of neglect?

To help an elderly patient who has hyperlipidemia, you would suggest that he increase exercise and eat foods with lower amounts of ____.

Which of the following is a reason for the low rate of treatment for depression among elderly patients?

Which of the following are symptoms of depression in the elderly?

Which of the following is a sign of aging in the nervous system?

A diet that is high in ________ may help prevent osteoporosis.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Basic Safety and Infection Control

Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Documents

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Managing Medical Records

Schedule Management

Insurance and Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Billing and Collection

Financial Management Key

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 System

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Dosage Calculation

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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