Question 1

The acronym LMP refers to the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  first day of a woman's last menstrual period 
B)  date of a woman's first menstrual cycle 
C)  last day of a woman's last menstrual period 
D)  estimated date of a woman's next menstrual period 
E)  date a woman was confirmed to be in menopause 
A)  first day of a woman's last menstrual period 
B)  date of a woman's first menstrual cycle 
C)  last day of a woman's last menstrual period 
D)  estimated date of a woman's next menstrual period 
E)  date a woman was confirmed to be in menopause A

Question 2

The first milk a mother produces after delivering a child is ________.

Accepted Answer

colostrum

Question 3

Which of the following consists of widening the opening of the cervix and scraping the uterine lining?

Accepted Answer

A)  Colposcopy 
B)  Amniocentesis 
C)  D&C 
D)  Fine-needle aspiration 
E)  Chorionic villus sampling 
A)  Colposcopy 
B)  Amniocentesis 
C)  D&C 
D)  Fine-needle aspiration 
E)  Chorionic villus sampling C

Question 4

Two purposes for semen analysis are to determine fertility and to evaluate the success of a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Two purposes for semen analysis are to...

Question 5

The period after a woman delivers an infant, during which her body attempts to get back to normal, is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The period after a woman delivers an...

Question 6

Which of the following would you advise a pregnant woman to avoid during her pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Exercise 
B)  Alcohol 
C)  Dental exams 
D)  Driving 
E)  Working at a computer 
A)  Exercise 
B)  Alcohol 
C)  Dental exams 
D)  Driving 
E)  Working at a computer

Question 7

Too little or too much AFP in the blood can indicate a(n) ________ abnormality known as a neural tube defect.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Too little or too much AFP in...

Question 8

Which of the following is a reason for false-negative Pap smear results?

Accepted Answer

A)  Epithelial cells hidden by blood or mucus 
B)  Too few cells left on the spatula 
C)  Too few cells piled on top of one another on the slide 
D)  No extraneous material on the slide 
E)  Absence of blood on the slide 
A)  Epithelial cells hidden by blood or mucus 
B)  Too few cells left on the spatula 
C)  Too few cells piled on top of one another on the slide 
D)  No extraneous material on the slide 
E)  Absence of blood on the slide

Question 9

The menstrual disturbance in which menstruation is absent is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The menstrual disturbance in which menstruation is...

Question 10

Which of the following is Nägele's rule?

Accepted Answer

A)  Last day of last menstrual period, subtract 5 months, add 7 days plus 1 year 
B)  First day of last menstrual period, subtract 3 months, add 7 days plus 1 year 
C)  First day of last menstrual period, subtract 3 months, subtract 7 days, add 1 year 
D)  Last day of last menstrual period, subtract 3 months, add 5 days plus 1 year 
E)  Last day of last menstrual period, add 5 months, subtract 7 days, add 1 year 
A)  Last day of last menstrual period, subtract 5 months, add 7 days plus 1 year 
B)  First day of last menstrual period, subtract 3 months, add 7 days plus 1 year 
C)  First day of last menstrual period, subtract 3 months, subtract 7 days, add 1 year 
D)  Last day of last menstrual period, subtract 3 months, add 5 days plus 1 year 
E)  Last day of last menstrual period, add 5 months, subtract 7 days, add 1 year

Question 11

Another term for benign, smooth tumors of muscle cells in the uterus is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  fibroids 
B)  ovarian cysts 
C)  polyps 
D)  endometriosis 
E)  cancer 
A)  fibroids 
B)  ovarian cysts 
C)  polyps 
D)  endometriosis 
E)  cancer

Question 12

Marya is a 24-year-old patient who has come to the office for an annual exam. You notice various stages of bruising on her arms. When you ask the cause, Marya admits that her husband has been abusing her physically. She says she has tried to get away from him, but every time she does, he takes it out on one of their three children. Which of the following is not a general guideline that you can offer Marya regarding domestic violence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Call for help immediately if a physical threat exists 
B)  Ignoring the problem never works 
C)  Remaining silent does not help anyone 
D)  It is sometimes necessary to stay with an abusive spouse for the children's sake 
E)  Understand that abusive family members may not be able to help themselves 
A)  Call for help immediately if a physical threat exists 
B)  Ignoring the problem never works 
C)  Remaining silent does not help anyone 
D)  It is sometimes necessary to stay with an abusive spouse for the children's sake 
E)  Understand that abusive family members may not be able to help themselves

Question 13

Which of the following is not typically included in patient education for a patient who has an STI?

Accepted Answer

A)  The importance of completing the course of therapy 
B)  Treating sexual partners to avoid reinfection 
C)  Avoiding sexual contact while the infection is active 
D)  The necessity of reporting STIs to the CDC 
E)  Behavior modification to prevent future STIs 
A)  The importance of completing the course of therapy 
B)  Treating sexual partners to avoid reinfection 
C)  Avoiding sexual contact while the infection is active 
D)  The necessity of reporting STIs to the CDC 
E)  Behavior modification to prevent future STIs

Question 14

During the ________ phase of a pelvic exam, the licensed practitioner uses two hands to palpate the abdomen and assess the position of the uterus.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During the ________ phase of a pelvic...

Question 15

In addition to regular breast examinations, all women in good health should be encouraged to have a(n) ________ every year starting at age 40.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In addition to regular breast examinations, all...

Question 16

Which of the following occurs during the second trimester?

Accepted Answer

A)  The embryo becomes a fetus. 
B)  It is the most noticeable period of growth. 
C)  Implantation occurs. 
D)  The mother is unable to sleep on her back. 
E)  Fetal movement is felt. 
A)  The embryo becomes a fetus. 
B)  It is the most noticeable period of growth. 
C)  Implantation occurs. 
D)  The mother is unable to sleep on her back. 
E)  Fetal movement is felt.

Question 17

A condition in which an egg is unable to move out of a woman's fallopian tube into the uterus for implantation is a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  fibroid 
B)  ovarian cyst 
C)  ectopic pregnancy 
D)  polyp 
E)  sexual function disorder 
A)  fibroid 
B)  ovarian cyst 
C)  ectopic pregnancy 
D)  polyp 
E)  sexual function disorder

Question 18

The normal age range of menarche is ____ years of age.

Accepted Answer

A)  4 to 8 
B)  6 to 10 
C)  8 to 12 
D)  10 to 15 
E)  12 to 18 
A)  4 to 8 
B)  6 to 10 
C)  8 to 12 
D)  10 to 15 
E)  12 to 18

Question 19

Which of the following is not part included of the medical assistant's role in a urologist's office?

Accepted Answer

A)  Collect and process urine, blood, and other specimens 
B)  Assist with general exams 
C)  Participate in patient education 
D)  Take patient histories 
E)  Visual inspection of the external genitalia 
A)  Collect and process urine, blood, and other specimens 
B)  Assist with general exams 
C)  Participate in patient education 
D)  Take patient histories 
E)  Visual inspection of the external genitalia

Question 20

According to the American Cancer Society and National Cancer Institute, how often should women in their 20s and 30s who are in good health have a clinical breast exam?

Accepted Answer

A)  Every year 
B)  Every other year 
C)  About every 3 years 
D)  Every 5 years 
E)  About every 7 years 
A)  Every year 
B)  Every other year 
C)  About every 3 years 
D)  Every 5 years 
E)  About every 7 years

Exam 39: Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

The acronym LMP refers to the ____.

The first milk a mother produces after delivering a child is ________.

Which of the following consists of widening the opening of the cervix and scraping the uterine lining?

Two purposes for semen analysis are to determine fertility and to evaluate the success of a(n) ________.

The period after a woman delivers an infant, during which her body attempts to get back to normal, is known as ________.

Which of the following would you advise a pregnant woman to avoid during her pregnancy?

Too little or too much AFP in the blood can indicate a(n) ________ abnormality known as a neural tube defect.

Which of the following is a reason for false-negative Pap smear results?

The menstrual disturbance in which menstruation is absent is ________.

Which of the following is Nägele's rule?

Another term for benign, smooth tumors of muscle cells in the uterus is ____.

Which of the following is not typically included in patient education for a patient who has an STI?

During the ________ phase of a pelvic exam, the licensed practitioner uses two hands to palpate the abdomen and assess the position of the uterus.

In addition to regular breast examinations, all women in good health should be encouraged to have a(n) ________ every year starting at age 40.

Which of the following occurs during the second trimester?

A condition in which an egg is unable to move out of a woman's fallopian tube into the uterus for implantation is a(n) ____.

The normal age range of menarche is ____ years of age.

Which of the following is not part included of the medical assistant's role in a urologist's office?

According to the American Cancer Society and National Cancer Institute, how often should women in their 20s and 30s who are in good health have a clinical breast exam?

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 Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

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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