Question 1

What is a profile?

Accepted Answer

A)  A substance that is being identified or measured in a laboratory test 
B)  A quantitative laboratory test 
C)  An array of laboratory tests for identifying a disease 
D)  A laboratory test that is required by state law 
A)  A substance that is being identified or measured in a laboratory test 
B)  A quantitative laboratory test 
C)  An array of laboratory tests for identifying a disease 
D)  A laboratory test that is required by state law

Question 2

A small sample taken from the body to represent the nature of the whole is known as a

Accepted Answer

A)  Laboratory test 
B)  Culture 
C)  Specimen 
D)  Biopsy 
A)  Laboratory test 
B)  Culture 
C)  Specimen 
D)  Biopsy

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT found in a laboratory directory?

Accepted Answer

A)  Names and CPT codes of the tests performed by the laboratory 
B)  Patient preparation required for laboratory tests 
C)  Amount and type of specimen required by the laboratory 
D)  Instructions for testing specimens 
E)  Handling and storage of laboratory specimens 
A)  Names and CPT codes of the tests performed by the laboratory 
B)  Patient preparation required for laboratory tests 
C)  Amount and type of specimen required by the laboratory 
D)  Instructions for testing specimens 
E)  Handling and storage of laboratory specimens

Question 4

Antibiotics taken by the patient before the collection of a throat specimen for culture may result in

Accepted Answer

A)  A false-negative report 
B)  Overgrowth of the specimen with extraneous microorganisms 
C)  A false-positive report 
D)  An allergic reaction 
A)  A false-negative report 
B)  Overgrowth of the specimen with extraneous microorganisms 
C)  A false-positive report 
D)  An allergic reaction

Question 5

What should be done if a control does not perform as expected?

Accepted Answer

A)  Do not perform patient testing until the problem is resolved. 
B)  Perform patient testing as usual. 
C)  Perform calibration procedures. 
D)  Record results as invalid. 
A)  Do not perform patient testing until the problem is resolved. 
B)  Perform patient testing as usual. 
C)  Perform calibration procedures. 
D)  Record results as invalid.

Question 6

Identify safety techniques that can be used to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment

Accepted Answer

There are several safety techniques that

Question 7

Which of the following occurs when the body is in homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Laboratory test results are above the reference range. 
B)  An imbalance exists in the body. 
C)  Laboratory test results fall within the reference range. 
D)  Laboratory test results are invalid. 
A)  Laboratory test results are above the reference range. 
B)  An imbalance exists in the body. 
C)  Laboratory test results fall within the reference range. 
D)  Laboratory test results are invalid.

Question 8

If a laboratory report is returned to the medical office marked QNS, it means that

Accepted Answer

A)  An insufficient amount of the specimen was submitted 
B)  The patient did not prepare properly for the test 
C)  The test results fall outside of the normal range 
D)  A contaminated specimen was submitted 
A)  An insufficient amount of the specimen was submitted 
B)  The patient did not prepare properly for the test 
C)  The test results fall outside of the normal range 
D)  A contaminated specimen was submitted

Question 9

What type of results are produced by a high-level control?

Accepted Answer

A)  Results that fall below the reference range for the test 
B)  Invalid results 
C)  Results that fall above the reference range for the test 
D)  Positive results 
A)  Results that fall below the reference range for the test 
B)  Invalid results 
C)  Results that fall above the reference range for the test 
D)  Positive results

Question 10

The purpose of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) is to

Accepted Answer

A)  Improve the quality of laboratory testing in the United States 
B)  Prevent the exposure of employees to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace 
C)  Ensure safety in the laboratory 
D)  Prevent errors in technique during laboratory testing 
A)  Improve the quality of laboratory testing in the United States 
B)  Prevent the exposure of employees to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace 
C)  Ensure safety in the laboratory 
D)  Prevent errors in technique during laboratory testing

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for storing specimens and testing components in a laboratory refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

A)  Attach a biohazard warning label to the refrigerator. 
B)  Maintain the refrigerator temperature between 36 °F and 46 °F. 
C)  Check the temperature of the refrigerator once each week. 
D)  Do not store food in the refrigerator. 
A)  Attach a biohazard warning label to the refrigerator. 
B)  Maintain the refrigerator temperature between 36 °F and 46 °F. 
C)  Check the temperature of the refrigerator once each week. 
D)  Do not store food in the refrigerator.

Question 12

Medical Terminology

Accepted Answer

The answer of Medical Terminology...

Question 13

How are laboratory reports delivered to the medical office?

Accepted Answer

A)  Faxed 
B)  Mailed 
C)  Hand-delivered by a laboratory courier 
D)  Electronically 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Faxed 
B)  Mailed 
C)  Hand-delivered by a laboratory courier 
D)  Electronically 
E)  All of the above

Question 14

Define both medical terms and abbreviations related to all body systems

Accepted Answer

Medical terms and abbreviations related

Question 15

What temperature is usually required for storing testing materials and performing laboratory tests?

Accepted Answer

A)  Body temperature 
B)  Room temperature 
C)  A very cold temperature 
D)  A temperature between 100 °F and 104 °F 
A)  Body temperature 
B)  Room temperature 
C)  A very cold temperature 
D)  A temperature between 100 °F and 104 °F

Question 16

What is the purpose of performing a routine test?

Accepted Answer

A)  To detect the presence of an acute infection 
B)  To assist in the clinical diagnosis of a patient's condition 
C)  To assist in the early detection of disease 
D)  To determine the medication dosage to administer to a patient 
A)  To detect the presence of an acute infection 
B)  To assist in the clinical diagnosis of a patient's condition 
C)  To assist in the early detection of disease 
D)  To determine the medication dosage to administer to a patient

Question 17

Which of the following assists the physician in making a diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Health history 
B)  Physical examination 
C)  Laboratory tests 
D)  Diagnostic tests 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Health history 
B)  Physical examination 
C)  Laboratory tests 
D)  Diagnostic tests 
E)  All of the above

Question 18

The purpose of quality control is to

Accepted Answer

A)  Prevent accidents in the laboratory 
B)  Protect the medical assistant from bloodborne pathogens 
C)  Ensure accurate and valid test results 
D)  Ensure that the test results fall within the normal range 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Prevent accidents in the laboratory 
B)  Protect the medical assistant from bloodborne pathogens 
C)  Ensure accurate and valid test results 
D)  Ensure that the test results fall within the normal range 
E)  All of the above

Question 19

Analyze charts, graphs, and/or tables in the interpretation of health care results

Accepted Answer

Analyzing charts, graphs, and tables is

Question 20

What is the purpose of a laboratory report?

Accepted Answer

A)  To indicate the patient diagnosis 
B)  To relay the results of laboratory tests to the physician 
C)  To order laboratory tests on a patient 
D)  To indicate the patient prognosis 
A)  To indicate the patient diagnosis 
B)  To relay the results of laboratory tests to the physician 
C)  To order laboratory tests on a patient 
D)  To indicate the patient prognosis

Exam 29: Introduction to the Clinical Laboratory

What is a profile?

A small sample taken from the body to represent the nature of the whole is known as a

Which of the following is NOT found in a laboratory directory?

Antibiotics taken by the patient before the collection of a throat specimen for culture may result in

What should be done if a control does not perform as expected?

Identify safety techniques that can be used to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment

Which of the following occurs when the body is in homeostasis?

If a laboratory report is returned to the medical office marked QNS, it means that

What type of results are produced by a high-level control?

The purpose of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) is to

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for storing specimens and testing components in a laboratory refrigerator?

Medical Terminology

How are laboratory reports delivered to the medical office?

Define both medical terms and abbreviations related to all body systems

What temperature is usually required for storing testing materials and performing laboratory tests?

What is the purpose of performing a routine test?

Which of the following assists the physician in making a diagnosis?

The purpose of quality control is to

Analyze charts, graphs, and/or tables in the interpretation of health care results

What is the purpose of a laboratory report?

The Health Care System

The Professional Medical Assistant

Ethics and Law for the Medical Office

Interacting With Patients

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

Integumentary System

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Nervous System

The Senses

Endocrine System

Circulatory System

Respiratory System

Digestive System

Urinary System

Reproductive System

Medical Asepsis and the Osha Standard

Sterilization and Disinfection

Vital Signs

The Physical Examination

Eye and Ear Assessment and Procedures

Physical Agents to Promote Tissue Healing

The Gynecologic Examination and Prenatal Care

The Pediatric Examination

Minor Office Surgery

Administration of Medication and Intravenous Therapy

Cardiopulmonary Procedures

Specialty Examinations and Procedures: Colon Procedures, Male Reproductive Health, and Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging

Urinalysis

Phlebotomy

Hematology

Blood Chemistry and Immunology

Medical Microbiology

Emergency Medical Procedures

The Medical Record

Patient Reception

Medical Office Computerization

Telephone Techniques

Scheduling Appointments

Medical Records Management

Written Communications

Mail

Managing Practice Finances

Medical Coding

Medical Insurance

Billing and Collections

The Medical Assistant As Office Manager

Emergency Protective Practices for the Medical Office

Obtaining Employment

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