Question 1

When lifting a heavy object, the medical assistant should

Accepted Answer

A)  bend at the waist, keeping the back straight. 
B)  pull the object in the direction needed. 
C)  keep the weight as close as possible to the body. 
D)  twist and reach for the object. 
A)  bend at the waist, keeping the back straight. 
B)  pull the object in the direction needed. 
C)  keep the weight as close as possible to the body. 
D)  twist and reach for the object. C

Question 2

__________ are classified according to their shape and whether they are layered.

Accepted Answer

Epithelial cells
Epithelial cells are classified according to their shape and whether they are layered.

Question 3

Which of the following speech defects is the inability to speak because of loss of the voice, commonly seen with laryngitis or overuse of the voice?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aphonia 
B)  Sensory aphasia 
C)  Dysphasia 
D)  Motor aphasia 
A)  Aphonia 
B)  Sensory aphasia 
C)  Dysphasia 
D)  Motor aphasia A

Question 4

The physician asks the medical assistant to position a patient on the examination table so that the patient can breathe more easily. The most appropriate position is

Accepted Answer

A)  dorsal recumbent. 
B)  jackknife. 
C)  lithotomy. 
D)  semi-Fowler's. 
E)  Trendelenburg's. 
A)  dorsal recumbent. 
B)  jackknife. 
C)  lithotomy. 
D)  semi-Fowler's. 
E)  Trendelenburg's.

Question 5

The supportive cells of the nervous system are classified as __________.

Accepted Answer

neuroglial cells
The

Question 6

For administration of a rectal suppository, the patient would be placed in the __________ position.

Accepted Answer

Sims'
For administration of a

Question 7

If you are interested in working with patients of all ages who seek help for a wide variety of disorders, employment with which medical specialist would be your best choice?

Accepted Answer

A)  Primary care physician 
B)  Oncologist 
C)  Internist 
D)  Physical medicine physician 
A)  Primary care physician 
B)  Oncologist 
C)  Internist 
D)  Physical medicine physician

Question 8

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 9

Part of Felicia's responsibilities is to make sure the examination rooms in the office are prepared for the day. Describe four of her responsibilities in preparing these rooms.

Accepted Answer

answers may include any of the following

Question 10

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 11

The examination of the small intestine with a fiberoptic instrument is a colonoscopy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What is the normal color of the tympanic membrane?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pink 
B)  Slightly yellow 
C)  Off-white 
D)  Pearly gray 
A)  Pink 
B)  Slightly yellow 
C)  Off-white 
D)  Pearly gray

Question 13

A(n) __________ is a small mass that may be palpated when the physician examines the head and neck.

Accepted Answer

nodule
A nodule is a

Question 14

Felicia is assigned to work in the clinical area of the practice. Describe at least four of her responsibilities when assisting the physician during a physical examination.

Accepted Answer

answers may include any of the following

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

mensuration
Measurin

Question 17

An example of manipulation is assisted ROM exercises.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The acronym __________ means the patient's eyes react normally during the physical examination.

Accepted Answer

PERRLA
The acronym P

Question 19

__________ is a method of examination that uses tapping or striking the body with fingers or a small hammer to determine alterations in sound or vibration.

Accepted Answer

Percussion
Percussion is a met

Question 20

Which is the best method of moving a heavy object?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pull it in the direction it needs to be moved. 
B)  Twist toward the object and slide it toward you. 
C)  Roll or push the item in the desired direction. 
D)  Bend at the waist and use arm muscles to push the object. 
A)  Pull it in the direction it needs to be moved. 
B)  Twist toward the object and slide it toward you. 
C)  Roll or push the item in the desired direction. 
D)  Bend at the waist and use arm muscles to push the object.

Exam 25: Assisting with the Primary Physical Examination

When lifting a heavy object, the medical assistant should

__________ are classified according to their shape and whether they are layered.

Which of the following speech defects is the inability to speak because of loss of the voice, commonly seen with laryngitis or overuse of the voice?

The physician asks the medical assistant to position a patient on the examination table so that the patient can breathe more easily. The most appropriate position is

The supportive cells of the nervous system are classified as __________.

For administration of a rectal suppository, the patient would be placed in the __________ position.

If you are interested in working with patients of all ages who seek help for a wide variety of disorders, employment with which medical specialist would be your best choice?

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?

Part of Felicia's responsibilities is to make sure the examination rooms in the office are prepared for the day. Describe four of her responsibilities in preparing these rooms.

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

The examination of the small intestine with a fiberoptic instrument is a colonoscopy.

What is the normal color of the tympanic membrane?

A(n) __________ is a small mass that may be palpated when the physician examines the head and neck.

Felicia is assigned to work in the clinical area of the practice. Describe at least four of her responsibilities when assisting the physician during a physical examination.

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

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

An example of manipulation is assisted ROM exercises.

The acronym __________ means the patient's eyes react normally during the physical examination.

__________ is a method of examination that uses tapping or striking the body with fingers or a small hammer to determine alterations in sound or vibration.

Which is the best method of moving a heavy object?

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

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 Obstetrics and Gynecology

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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