4th exam

Nucleous

control center of the cell, contains dna info

Cytoplasm

Liquid inside the cell

Lysosome

Contain enzymes that break down and digest nutrients and other substances in the cell

Audiometer measures…

…hearing acuity

A tuning fork used in the Rinne test measures…

… bone and air conduction

Standard PPE includes…

gown, mask, eye protection, and gloves

The first HPV vaccine is given at what age?

11-12 y.o.

Formula for kg to lbs

Kg x 2.2 = lbs

Abbreviation used for before eating…

…AC

The first thing an MA should do when scheduling the pt for a procedure is…

… check that their insurance will provide coverage for the procedure

What is the name of the organization that provides legal support to people of low income status?

Legal aid society

Distace of spacing for scratch allergy tests is …

1 ½ to 2 in

What is the correct placement for lead V2?

fourth intercostal space on the left side of the sternum

What is the correct placement for lead V4?

fifth intercostal space on the left side at the midclavicular line

What is the correct placement of the lead V6?

fifth intercostal space on the left side at the midaxillary line

What causes a. mesothelioma? b. carcinoma of the Larynx

a. Inhalation of asbestos, causing cancerous tumor growths in the lungs

b. use of tobacco and alcohol

What are the three main actions to take when rolling on bandages?

1. wrap from distal to proximal

2. make sure area is dry

3. wrap 1-2 inches extra to the bandage site

Explain the HIPAA privacy and security rules

HIPAA Privacy - allows the office to release information without written consent; governs who can access and use Protected Health Information (PHI) and when it can be shared.

HIPAA Security - is the national standard for protecting electronic health information; focuses specifically on how Electronic PHI (ePHI) is protected, prescribing physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to prevent breaches.

What is a dilator used for?

Stretching a cavity or opening

What does an elderly safety screening evaluate?

signs of neglect and abuse on the elderly

What is the aseptic method of cleaning a surgical instrument with sound waves called?

Ultrasonic sanitation

What is a hemostat used for?

to clamp blood vessels and tissues and control bleeding

Korotkoff phase V measures …

… the diastolic reading of BP

Ribosomes

Assist in protein synthesis (generation of new proteins by linking up amino acids)

Centrioles

Assist in the distribution of chromosomes during cell division

What tube color is used for drawing blood glucose level?

gray

What tube color is used for coagulation studies?

light blue

What tube color is used for a chemistry panel?

red

What tube color is used for hematology and a1c studies?

lavander

You should never ____, ____, or ____ an enteric-coated tablet?

crush, chew, dissolve

What organization dictates the operations of physician office clinical laboratories?

Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services [CMS] via the clinical laboratory improvement amendments [CLIA]

Match to these organs to their corresponding quadrants:

1. stomach

2. gallbladder

3. descending colon

4. appendix

1. Upper left

2. Upper right

3. Lower left

4. Lower right

What is the name of the study of the way the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes drugs

pharmacokinetics

For an adult, 182/124 mmHg is considered…

… Hypertensive crisis, 180+ / 120+

For an adult, 128/76 mmHg is considered…

… elevated, 120-129 / <80

For an adult, 116/74 mmHg is considered…

…normal, <120 / <80

For an adult, 140/90 mmHg is considered…

…Stage 2 Hypertension, 140+/90+

T/F: A sharps container should be discarded after it is full

False, should be discarded once it is 2/3 full

A tertiary care facility is for what group of pt’s?

those with rare diseases/conditions

Define endorsement

endorsing a check means signing a name in order to deposit it

Define posting payments

The process of recording payments received by an office

Define cycle billing

Refers to the process of distributing bills to patients on a variable schedule

Define reconciliation

Making sure the office accounting records match the bank statement balances

What position is for patients experiencing breathing problems/ discomfort?

fowlers

What vaccine is given at birth?

Hepatitis B

A urine creatinine test is collected after __ hrs.

24

T/F Nitroglycerin is available in a sublingual form

True

What letter style uses indented paragraphs?

Semi-block

What is dysuria?

Discomfort/pain/burning when peeing

Bone density screening recommended at age __

65

Mammography recommended for women ages __+

45