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| The primary purpose of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) is ____. |
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| to maintain and improve the quality of medical care and to certify doctors in various specialties |
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| Insurance companies refer to which group of physicians as primary care physicians? |
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| Family practitioners and internists |
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| What type of physician specialist reads electrocardiograms (ECGs) for hospital laboratories? |
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| The branch of medicine that works to maintain the function of the musculoskeletal system is called ____. |
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| Which of the following is the nation's largest network of institutional healthcare providers? |
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| American Hospital Association (AHA) |
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| The world's largest publisher of scientific and medical information is the ____. |
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| American Medical Association |
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| Which type of physician specialist uses their eyes and hands to identify structural problems while supporting the body's natural tendency toward health and self-healing? |
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| A physician who studies the changes a disease produces in the cells, fluids, tissues, and processes of the entire body is a(n) ____. |
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| An example of a disorder treated by an endocrinologist is ____. |
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| Which of the following allied health professionals takes X-ray films of patients to help physicians diagnose broken bones, tumors, and ulcers? |
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| A physician specialist who cares for pregnant women is called a(n) ____. |
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| The term "primary care physicians" refers to ____. |
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| physicians who oversee patients' long-term healthcare |
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| Physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the internal organs are ____. |
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| A physician who diagnoses and treats physical reactions to substances such as mold, dust, fur, and pollen from plants or flowers is a(n) ____. |
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| Subspecialties of internal medicine include all of the following except ____. |
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| A disorder related to the functioning of the stomach and intestines is treated by a(n) ____. |
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| A physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails is a(n) ____. |
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| A physician who specializes in the treatment of patients with cancer is a(n) ____. |
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| A registered nurse who graduated from a 2-year junior college nursing program is a(n) ____. |
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| Routine tasks such as maintaining patient profiles in a pharmacy's computer are performed by a ____. |
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| Which healthcare professional treats patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or pneumonia? |
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| Reconstruction, correction, or improvement of body structures is performed by a(n) ____. |
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| Which of the following healthcare professionals assists registered nurses and physicians by observing patients and reporting changes in their conditions? |
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| A medical assistant who assists in a dialysis unit probably works with which of the following types of physicians? |
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| The study and recording of the electrical activity of the brain is called ____. |
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| The term that refers to assessment of the urgency and immediate medical needs of a patient is ____. |
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| The minimum education level for a nurse practitioner is ____. |
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| A graduate of a nursing program does not achieve the title of Registered Nurse until ____. |
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| passing the state board examination for licensure |
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| A licensed practical nurse is not permitted to ____. |
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| perform some intravenous (IV) procedures |
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| A graduate of a 3-year nursing program that is designed as a cooperative program between a community college and participating hospital is a(n) ____. |
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| A healthcare professional who assists patients and families in the selection of food choices that provide adequate and balanced nutrition is a(n) ____. |
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| An allied health professional trained to draw blood for diagnostic laboratory testing is a ____. |
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| The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of problems and diseases of older adults is ____. |
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| A certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) is a registered nurse who ____. |
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| has completed an additional program recognized by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists |
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| Which physician specialist diagnoses and treats diseases of the kidney and bladder? |
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| What is the title of the healthcare professional who works under the direction of a physician and manages emergencies that occur outside of the medical setting? |
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| Emergency medical technician |
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| Which health professional assists the psychiatric team by observing behavior and providing information to help in planning therapy? |
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| On-the-job training qualifies this member of the healthcare team to perform direct patient care under the supervision of the nursing staff. |
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| Duties of the physician assistant include ____. |
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| taking a patient's medical history, performing physical examinations, and performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures |
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| Radiology is the branch of medical science that ____. |
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| uses X-rays and radioactive substances to diagnose and treat disease |
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| Disorders such as stuttering and hearing impairment are diagnosed and treated by a(n) ____. |
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| speech/language pathologist |
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| Which of the following healthcare professionals have a 4-year degree and specialize in areas such as blood banking, microbiology, and chemistry? |
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| Medical laboratory scientists |
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| An allied health professional who prepares frozen sections of dissected body tissues is a ____. |
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| A professional who has studied the chemical and physical qualities of drugs and dispenses medication to the public is a ____. |
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| Which physician specialist is also referred to as an ENT? |
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| Which of the following allied health professionals takes health histories, performs physical examinations, conducts screening tests, and educates patients and families about disease prevention? |
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| Independent nurse practitioner |
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| Which health professional uses modalities such as electricity, heat, cold, ultrasound, massage, and exercise to restore function and relieve pain after a patient’s injury? |
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| The administration of radioactive drugs and the operation of radiation detection instruments is performed by a ____. |
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| nuclear medicine technologist |
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| The baby boom that occurred from 1946 to 1964 caused which of the following healthcare trends? |
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| Which of the following statements is not true about electronic health records? |
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| EHR is a major factor in the current trend toward preventive care. |
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| Cara is a medical assistant who is interested in pursuing a career in medical coding. She tells you that she is a member of AAMA, but she would like to find a professional organization that is more closely aligned with her career goals. Which professional organization would you recommend to Cara? |
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| American Association of Professional Coders |
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Which of the following US-based nonprofit organizations is dedicated to maintaining and elevating the standards of healthcare delivery through the evaluation and accreditation of healthcare organizations?
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American Medical Association
B.
The Joint Commission
C.
American Hospital Association
D.
American College of Physicians
E.
American Pharmacists Association |
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| Dori recently completed a course in medical transcription. She currently has an office job as a clinical medical assistant, but she has discovered that she is pregnant, and she wants to work at home after the baby arrives. She has been told that she can work for herself from her home, but she does not know much about self-employment. Which of the following organizations can help Dori? |
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| Association of Healthcare Documentation Integrity |
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| Which of the following organizations developed and established the safety requirements known as National Patient Safety Goals? |
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Which of the following is not a current healthcare trend?
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Advancement of technology
B.
Concentration on wellness
C.
Decrease in preventive care
D.
Aging population
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Increase in ambulatory care |
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| Decrease in preventive care |
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| Lynda has been losing weight and just doesn't look well. You ask her if she is ill, and she confides that she has an ongoing problem with diarrhea and abdominal cramping. Her family practitioner found no major problems and told her to try over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medicine. She is thinking about seeing a specialist, but she is not sure which type of specialist she needs. Which of the following healthcare professionals would you recommend? |
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| Marianne's grandmother fell and bruised her arm badly. She is sure it is not broken, but it is swollen and very sore. She refuses to go to a doctor. Marianne thinks her grandmother would benefit from a more traditional method of promoting healing, such as stroking or vibration. Which of the following allied health professionals might Marianne suggest that her grandmother visit? |
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| Ronnie likes her medical assisting job well enough, but she finds office work a little boring. She has a lot of energy as well as compassion for people who are suffering. Her supervisor has complimented her on her ability to keep a "cool head" under pressure. Ronnie is looking for a career that will allow her to help people who are injured or ill, but also offer more variety and excitement than her current job. Which of the following specialty careers might suit Ronnie? |
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| Emergency medical technician |
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