Extra - RMA

itis

inflammation

ectomy

removal

algia

pain

hypo-

below normal, deficient

brady

slow

tachy

fast

inter

between

sub

below, under

ectomy

surgical removal

algia

pain

opathy

disease or abnormal condition

osis

condition, usually abnormal

stomy

surgical opening

Osteoporosis

bone density loss

arthralgia

joint pain

dysuria

painful urination

What is the correct order of draw for blood collection tubes?

Blue, red, green, lavender

P wave

Represents atrial depolarization (the electrical impulse traveling through the atria)

QRS complex

Represents ventricular depolarization (the electrical impulse traveling through the ventricles)

T wave

Represents ventricular repolarization (the recovery phase of the ventricles).

PR interval

The time from the beginning of the P wave to the beginning of the QRS complex, indicating the time it takes for the electrical signal to travel from the atria to the ventricles

ST segment

The flat line between the end of the QRS complex and the beginning of the T wave, showing the period when the heart muscle is between depolarization and repolarization

V1

fourth intercostal space

V2

fourth intercostal space

V3

midway between V2 and V4

V4

fifth intercostal space

V5

fifth intercostal space

Which of the following is the proper order for donning (putting on) PPE?

Gown, mask, goggles, gloves

When drawing blood, which vein is generally the first choice due to accessibility and ease?

Median cubital vein

Which color tube top is typically used for a complete blood count (CBC)?

Lavender

After a blood draw, if a patient feels faint, the medical assistant should

Have the patient lie down and elevate their legs

When performing an EKG, where should the V1 lead be placed?

Fourth intercostal space, right sternal border

Which of the following rhythms is considered life-threatening and requires immediate intervention?

Ventricular fibrillation

A patient has signed a HIPAA form. This form

Protects the patient’s right to confidentiality

Which of the following actions would be a violation of a patient’s privacy?

Leaving a patient’s chart open on the reception desk

A medical assistant needs to give a medication that’s dosed at 1 mg per kg of body weight. If a patient weighs 50 kg, what dose should be administered?

50 mg

A medical assistant is preparing to give an intramuscular injection. What is the correct angle of insertion?

90 degrees

When scheduling a patient for a follow-up appointment, the medical assistant should

Ask the patient for their availability preferences

Which type of code is used to describe procedures and services provided by healthcare professionals?

CPT

What is the normal range for an adult's blood pressure?

120/80 mmHg

When preparing a patient for a pelvic exam, which of the following should be done first?

Explain the procedure to the patient.

A patient with a history of asthma requires a medication administered via an inhaler. What is the proper technique for using an inhaler?

Exhale completely and then inhale slowly while pressing the inhaler

Which of the following is the primary purpose of HIPAA?

To protect patient confidentiality and secure health information

If a patient is unable to make an appointment, what is the best practice?

Try to reschedule the appointment while on the phone.

What is the purpose of the ICD-10 code in the medical office?

To classify and code diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures

Which of the following is considered a violation of patient confidentiality?

Sharing patient information with a non-medical staff member without patient consent

Which of the following actions is legal under the HIPAA privacy rule?

Sharing patient health information for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations purposes