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Which of the following steps prevents a hematoma?
Puncturing only the upper wall of the vein
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Which vein is preferred for drawing blood in the arm?
Median Cubital
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What body system does the spleen belong to?
Lymphatic
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Which quadrant of the NFPA diamond would warn an MA that a chemical may detonate?
Yellow
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A patient is newly diagnosed with a terminal disease and appears distraught. What would be the best response?
Quietly listen to patients' concern
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Correct billing form for Medicare patients
CMS 1500
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Complete destruction of all forms of microbial life
Sterilization
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Term that denotes a formation of blood cells
Hematopoiesis
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Information needed to obtain preauthorization from insurance company for a medical procedure? Patient information and ____________
CPT Code
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Type of cell essential for coagulation
Thrombocytes
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In addition to the physician's signature, what number is required for every controlled substance?
DEA
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A patient weighs 83.92kg. How many pounds (lb) do they weigh?
185
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Blood samples are collected from a patient and the plasma is red in color. What is the cause?
Hemolysis
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On a surgical team, who must complete the process of scrubbing, gowning, and gloving?
All members
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Maximum number of days non-absorbable sutures can stay on patient's face
5-7
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What instructions should a post-op patient be sent home with
Call the office if there is a fever, redness, or swelling
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How should a MA measure the correct dose of liquid medication in a dosage cup?
Hold the cup at eye level when pouring
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Correct water temp for ear irrigation
Room temp
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Which of the following will reduce the incidence of artifacts on an ECG?
Removing all metal accessories from the patient
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Position for patient having pap smear
Lithotomy
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What food should be avoided for a lactose intolerance diet?
Macaroni and cheese
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What would we advise a patient with high cholesterol to do?
Eat skinless chicken and exercise daily
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What patient identifying info in necessary to recall an EKG test?
Name and DOB
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Before disconnecting a patient from an EKG machine, what should we do?
Check reading for any artifacts
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Who provides subjective data for a patient's chart?
Patient
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Best position to examine the dorsal cavity
Prone
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What PPE must be worn during a sputum collection?
Gloves, goggles, mask
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Which blood test would a provider order with a diagnosis of Leukemia
CBC with differential
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An insurance claim has been denied for not having the place of service on the claim form. What should we do?
Submit new claim to insurance company
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What zone would you place a patient who is short of breath, wheezing, and having difficulty talking?
Red
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There are no sharps containers in the lab. Which agency should this be reported to?
OSHA
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Which medical services may require prior authorization from a patient's insurance company?
Outpatient services & MRI
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What color code of an evacuated tube inhibits glycolysis?
Gray
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What body system is responsible for hormone production?
Endocrine
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A female patient needs to provide a clean-catch urine specimen. At what point during urination should the specimen be collected?
During midstream
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First step in the process of filing an insurance claim for billing:
Ensure that the patient received the services being billed for
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Which of the following notations indicates that a copy of the letter is being sent to another individual with recipient's knowledge
CC:
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Two employees are discussing a patient's diagnosis on a hospital elevator with other people present. Which is being violated?
Patient confidentiality
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Appropriate person to discuss advanced directives with the patient and their family:
Nurse Practitioner
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10 year old patient here for blood draw - mother warms us the child is easily stimulated. Where is the best place to perform venipuncture?
In a quiet exam room
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First response of the body to prevent hemorrhage
Vasoconstriction
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What blood test is included in a lipid panel?
Triglycerides
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Recommended site of IM injections for the majority of infants?
Vastus lateralis
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How could a patient demonstrate to the MA they understand the instructions regarding the testicular self-exam?
By repeating them back
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How often should a patient's medical record be reviewed to ensure accuracy and completedness?
On a continuing basis
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What respiratory procedure involves a visual examination of the lungs through a small camera at the end of a flexible tube?
Bronchoscopy
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What information is required on an immunization schedule?
Vaccine lot number
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Knee-chest position is used for which exam?
Rectal
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Round, raised skin lesion with itching - positive sign of reaction in allergy testing
Wheal
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According to OSHA, what is the leading cause of accidents in the medical office?
Slips & falls
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What document must be completed before a toenail removal procedure?
Informed consent
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What organization published the bloodborne pathogen standards?
OSHA
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We are taking a patient's pulse for 30 seconds and notice some irregularity. What should we do?
Count the patient's pulse for a full minute
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A patient approaches the check-in window. What should the MA do?
Greet patient and ask how you can be of service
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What is included in the patient information sheet?
Personal and insurance information
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A group of obstetrics follow-up patients are scheduled for the same time slot. What is the name of this scheduling technique?
Cluster scheduling
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Which of the following demonstrates active listening by a clinical medical assistant when interviewing a patient?
Restating what the patient says and providing feedback as needed
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Under what circumstances can a MA accept a third party check?
If the check is from the patient's health insurance company
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The phenylketonuria test is to diagnose deficiency of phenylalanin hydroxylase - this test is performed on infants where?
Blood drawn from a newborn's heel
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Expandable organ that stores urine
Bladder
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A patient was previously diagnosed with a brain tumor and received chemotherapy. Where would the MA document this information?
Medical history
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A patient begins to have facial drooping and slurred speech. What could it be attributed to?
Cerebrovascular accident (CVA)
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A MA helps a colleague with a belligerent patient. What professional behavior is being demonstrated?
Teamwork
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Who is authorized to obtain a copy of a patient's medical record?
The patient's provider with a signed release of information form
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After completing a surgical scrub, what position should a MA hold their hands?
Up
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What is used to clean a patient's skin in preparation for a minor surgery?
Antiseptic
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What scheduling method allows patients to be seen on a first come, first served basis?
Open hours
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MAs should answer the phone within how many rings?
3
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What muscle is used for flu injections?
Deltoid
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Which of the following should be provided to the patient post-surgical procedure?
Wound care instructions
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Which region of the arm is most commonly used when drawing blood?
Antecubital fossa
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When would a MA use a multi-sample needle?
When more than one tube of blood is to be collected
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Most common route of administration of nitrogylcerin
Sublingual
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Which of the following can result in legal action against a MA?
Mislabeled specimens
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Which of the following is an example of demographic information?
DOB
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No anticoagulants are found in which tube?
Red top
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A patient asks why they need to warm their hands prior to a capillary puncture:
It increases blood flow
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In an ECG, what is calculated to determine ventricular pulse?
Spacing between QRS complex
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In a medical office, what form of sterilization is most often used?
Autoclaving
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Most common site for a capillary puncture in infants:
Lateral side of heel
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A patient approaches a reception desk looking distressed and complains of pain. What is the best course of action?
Acknowledge the patient's pain and get them assistance
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Which PPE protects against aerosols and particles getting into the human body?
Face mask
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What is a somatic tremor the result of?
Muscle movement
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Maximum time a tourniquet can be left on
1 minute
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A MA needs to draw blood for a CBC, PT, and FBS test. What is the correct order of draw?
Light blue (PT), Lavender (CBC), and Gray (FBS)
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Which of the following is a component of a patient's medical history?
Chief complaint
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In what direction should a medical assistant begin scrubbing when performing an aseptic hand wash
From the fingertips to elbows
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How do you know when you have achieved adequate ventilation for a patient while doing CPR?
Rise of the chest
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Which of the following is considered insurance for military personnel?
Tricare
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Dr. Jones and Dr. Brown decide to share a practice together - they share patients, expenses, and assets. What kind of practice is this?
Partnership
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A patient has not been seen by a physician in 6 months and now calls the office for a refill of seizure medication. At their last appointment they were given a 3 month supply. How do we handle this?
Offer the patient the next available appointment with the physician
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Which who important checks must be performed before administering a medication?
Right dose, right time
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When should a MA notify a provider of an abnormal value that has been highlighted in the lab results?
When the abnormal lab value is received
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What type of pulse is most often used to measure heart rate in adults?
Radial
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How is hypotension defined?
Systolic pressure below 90 and diastolic pressure below 60
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Intradermal injection is used for which test?
Tuberculin skin test
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A MA is instructing a patient on proper use of crutches. The crutches should be moved no more than how many inches at one time?
6 inches
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After how many days is an account considered past due?
30
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Who is responsible for conducting an inventory of office supplies in the medical office?
MA
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What can produce an artifact that mimics the baseline seen in atrial fibrillation?
Muscle tremor
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