Question 1

Which examination position is used for rectal or sigmoid examinations?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

A percussion hammer is used for which part of the physical examination?

Accepted Answer

A)  Neurologic 
B)  Gastrointestinal 
C)  Urinary 
D)  Respiratory

Question 3

Clubbing of the fingertips is associated with which of the following health problems?

Accepted Answer

A)  Skin conditions 
B)  Heart or lung disease 
C)  Congenital deformity 
D)  Inherited defect

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

The answer of The acronym __________ means the patient's eyes...

Question 5

The physician uses a(n) ______ to examine the eyes.

Accepted Answer

A)  ophthalmoscope 
B)  otoscope 
C)  flashlight 
D)  ophthalmoscope.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ are classified according to their shape...

Question 7

Platelets are specialized blood cells that help combat infections.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the quickest and easiest method for checking skin turgor?

Accepted Answer

A)  Draw blood for analysis. 
B)  Examine the patient's eyes. 
C)  Examine the condition of the nails. 
D)  Pinch the skin on the posterior surface of the hand.

Question 9

The __________ is designed to equalize the air pressure in the middle ear.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The __________ is designed to equalize the...

Question 10

The technique of __________ involves using touch during the physical examination of a patient, for example, to determine the size and consistency of a tumor.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The technique of __________ involves using touch...

Question 11

Oxygen is carried throughout the bloodstream attached to red blood cells.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A few months ago, Mr. Thomas Johnson suffered a stroke that left him with weakness on the right side. You need to assist him from his wheelchair onto the examination table. Which technique should you use?

Accepted Answer

A)  Support Mr. Johnson on his right side. 
B)  Bend at the waist and support Mr. Johnson as he stands. 
C)  Support Mr. Johnson close to your body on his left side. 
D)  You do not have to worry about locking the chair wheels, because you are providing support.

Question 13

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

Question 14

Which method of examination is considered separate from the four standard methods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inspection 
B)  Auscultation 
C)  Manipulation 
D)  Percussion

Question 15

Which examination position is used in emergencies for patients with severe hypotension or who are in shock?

Accepted Answer