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| A first-degree burn is a (n) ___ injury, primarily to the epidermis |
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| atrial _____ is the first part of the cardiac cycle |
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| in an ECG, the chest leads are also known as the __________ leads |
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which statement is accurate regarding ECG leads
the augmented leads are labeled with Roman numerals I, II, and III |
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| the first three leads are called bipolar leads |
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a contrast medium is a substance that is readily penetrated by x-rays
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when crutches are used, the patient's weight is supported under the arms
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magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment may be distressing to patients who suffer from claustrophobia
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a needle should be recapped immediately after the injection is given
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| the fear of being confined in any space is known as ______ |
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when tubes are being filled with blood samples, which type is filled first?
tubes without additives
tubes with additives
blood culture tubes
lavender tubes |
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| what is the order of draw |
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blood culture tubes
tubes without additives
tubes for coagulation studies
tubes with additives |
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| _____ is the radiological exam of the female breast with equipment and techniques designed to screen for cancer |
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| the condition of having excessive number of erythrocytes is known as ____ |
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| a(n) _____ is a concave level of fluid in a tube or cylinder |
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| which type of drug reduces fever? |
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symptoms of shock include a rapid, thready, weak pulse and shallow rapid respiration
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| a(n) ____ is collection of blood just under the skin |
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a wound on the palm or back of hand may be protected with a dressing and a figure-eight bandage
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| the size of _____, which are also known as welts, is measured to determine the reaction to the scratch testing of allergens |
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the physician might recommend an antitussive for a patient with a cough
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which statement is accurate regarding heat stroke?
the pt. may complain of burning and itching
the pt's face will be pale, cool, and moist
the pt's face will be red and dry |
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| the pt's face will be red and dry |
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| ____ is a substance formed in the liver that inhibits the coagulation of blood |
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which is the first step in urinalysis?
physical, microscopic, or chemical exam |
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which statement is accurate regarding puncturing the skin with a sterile lancet?
the ma should puncture the tip of the index finger
the pt should be asked if he or she has a preferred site
areas that are bruised are preferable because they have a rich blood supply |
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| pt should be asked if she or he have a preferred site |
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augmentation is the process of increasing in size, quantity, degree, or severity
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| the ma term for fainting is ____ |
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| the _____ maneuver is performed on the pt who is choking |
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controlled substances that have the potential for severe physic or physical dependence are listed in which schedule?
schedue I, II, III, IV, or V |
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a rescuer who performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is at high risk of becoming infected with hepatitis B virus (HBV) or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
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| what is the proper sequence for preparing a Gram stain? |
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VIA
crystal violet, Gram's iodine, and then acetone |
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| a(n) ______ is an irrigation of the vagina |
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| which emergency is characterized by numbness, pupils of unequal size, and slurred speech? |
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| hypersensitivity to a drug that produces a severe allergic reaction is known as _____ |
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a(n) ____ is a device that converts one form of energy into another. this device is used during an ultrasound procedure
transducer
galvanometer
oscilloscope |
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which statement is accurate about aspirin
relieves pain and has a calming effect
is an analgesic and vasodilator
is used as an analgesic, an anti-inflammatory, and an antipyretic |
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| is used as an analgesic, an anti-inflammatory, and an antipyretic |
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| the rate at which RBC settle in a particular calibrated tube within a given period of time is known as erythrocyte _____ rate |
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| which of the following conditions is caused by gram-positive pathogenic bacteria? |
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Rubeola is also known as German measles
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scratch tests should be numbered in a pattern with washable ink on the surface of skin
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abb "ac" means before meals
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| which ultrasound test requires the pt to take nothing by mouth after midnight |
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| a(n) ____ is an electrical device used to record the electrical activity of the heart, brain, and muscular tissues |
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| the term ____ means " the formation of RBC" |
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| a(n) ___ is an instrument for measuring the strength of an electronic current |
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Dim light is used when microscopically scanning a urine specimen for casts
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| to ____ means to walk or not be confined to bed |
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a ma is not qualified to administer intravenous medication of IV therapy
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the low-power field (lpf) magnifies objects approximately 40 times
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a sprain is an injury to the soft tissue between joints that involves the tearing of muscles or tendons
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| medication for ____ adm. is placed under the tonge |
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it is legal for a knowledgeable medical assistant to prepare and sign a routine prescription
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which term describes how poison enters the body through the skin
ingestion
inhalation
absorption |
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| where is the V1 precordial lead placed? |
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| on the fourth intercostal space at the right margin of the sternum |
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the P wave on the ECG graph paper represents repolarization of the ventricles
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an automated external defribillator (AED) should be used only by a physician
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after Z-track IM adm. the site should be massaged
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| an activity that causes interferencee on ECGs is known as ___ |
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ultrasound us used exclusively as a diagnostic procedurr
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which treatment is accurate regarding heat and cold treatment?
moist heat provides deeper penetration of the tissues
cold dry applications penetrate into the tissues quickly
a cold pack should be left in place for at least an hour |
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| moist heat provides deeper penetration of the tissues |
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| the breaking down of red blood cells is called ____ |
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| what is echocardiography? |
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| an ultrasonic exam that produces a picture of the tissues of the heart |
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the first dose of hepatitis B vaccine is adm. at 2 months of age
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| which abb. means four times a day? |
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an agar plate is rotated in clockwise pattern as a wire loop is used to smear it with a specimen
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| A(n) ____ substance or dosage is capable of causing death |
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| a(n) _____ is used to distend veins for the withdrawal of blood |
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| a(n) ____-base cane has four feet |
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| what is the normal range of hemoglobins in women |
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| 12-16 grams per 100 mL of blood |
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| in the event of poisoning, _____ which is an emetic, may be adm. to cause vomiting. |
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| when preparing meds, you should read the label how many times |
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| when preparing meds, when should you read the label |
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1. when you obtain the med
2. as you prepare it
3. before adm.
4. after adm. |
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which of the following is also known as full thickness burn
1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th degree burn |
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| regarding the use of light with the microscope |
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| the light should be turn up when switching from a lower to higher power objective |
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| instructions should be given to the pt in prep for a barium enema |
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| pt should change to an all-liquid diet the morning of the day before the exam |
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which type of bacteria form chains?
streptococci
staphylococci
diplococci |
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which of the following is a desirable site for the scratch test
forearms
belly
upper arms |
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| a(n) ____ is an apparatus that measures the capacity of the lungs |
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a hematocrit determines the % of ea. type of RBC
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a bandage is applied directly yo a wound to protect it and to absorb secretions
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| a(n) ____ system delivers meds through the skin via a patch |
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Prior to performing a vital capacity test, which of the following should be obtained
height
weight vital signs
all of the above |
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which of the following would be a sign of distress during a vital capacity test
dizziness
cough
tearing of eyes
none |
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what could be worn during an MRI
mascara
clothing
hair spray
shoes |
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| all of them except mascara because it contains metal |
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| a diagnostic aid frequently requested by physicians that needs no pt prep is |
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| diagnostic x-rays are ____ in pregnant female pts. especially during the first trimester |
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| carbonated and alcoholic should be avoided prior to x-rays of the visceral organs because they produce |
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| a voiding cystogram may be ordered along with |
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| nuclear med is the branch of med that uses ____ in the Dx and Treatment of pts |
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| which x-rays is helpful in determining the position of an IUD |
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| breast self-exam is recommended for women of all ages how often? |
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| all women should have a baseline mammography b/t the ages of |
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| to reduce the possible effects of swelling and soreness often caused by compression of the breasts during mammography, you should instruct the pt to omit _____ from their diets 7 to 10 days prior to the exam |
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| compression of the breasts during mammography allows a much clearer picture of breasts tissue and also requires less |
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| another name for an x-ray is |
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| term for gallbladder x-rays |
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double dose gallbladder
cholecystogram
gallbladder series |
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| if an x-ray is taken with the pt's back to the film, it is called |
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| most often used to Dx. the presence of gallstones |
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| when air is used along with barium for an x-ray, the study is known as |
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| if a pt. is schedule for her first IVP, what test should be conducted first |
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| which branch of medicine uses radionuclides for Dx. & treating diseases? |
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| normaL hematocrit for male |
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| bacteria that forms pairs |
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| Bordatella pertusis causes |
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| normal fasting blood glucose |
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| normal coagulation prothrombin time |
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spirochetes are berry shaped microorganisms
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quality assurance includes all of following except
pt edu.
specimen processing and transporting
completing your time sheet correctly
pt prep. |
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| completing your time sheet correctly |
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