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Who is the father of medicine?
Hippocrates
What is not considered a duty of an MA?
administering local anesthesia
What is the most effective way to sterilize medical equipment/supplies?
boiling for 20 minutes
What can an MA do in the absence of a physician?
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What medications are dangerous/habit forming and require an Rx to obtain them?
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What should MAs have basic knowledge of?
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How should an MA present themselves in the workplace?
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When interacting with a patient, what should an MA NOT do?
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How does being neat apply to the administrative field of medicine?
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What are the main patient care duties of an MA?
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What type of environment do bacteria grow/flourish in?
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What are some of the main duties when caring for bed-ridden patients?
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What are some of the sites of parenteral medication administration?
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What is called when medication is administered under the skin?
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What are analgesics?
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What is an example of an analgesic?
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What are antibiotics?
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What antibiotics must be refrigerated?
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What is an example of an antibiotic?
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What are antifungals?
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What are anesthetics?
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What is an example of a local anesthetic?
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What are some administrative duties of an MA?
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What are the primary methods of filing in a medical office?
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What is an HMO?
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How do rectal temperatures differ from oral temperatures?
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What is 'shaking down' in relation to a mercury thermometer?
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What is the systolic BP?
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What is the diastolic BP?
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What is normal BP of an adult considered to be?
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What is a sphygmomanometer?
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What is the function of a stethoscope?
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What is the normal respiration rate for adults considered to be?
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What are some of the factors that affect heart rate?
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What is a factor that does NOT affect heart rate?
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What procedure is done to measure heart problems or heart disease?
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What is the main part of the central nervous system?
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What is used to determine a person's vision?
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What is normal vision considered to be for the average person?
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What are cataracts?
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What are petit mal seizures?
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What test is done to determine immunity to diphtheria?
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What is the most infectious stage of measles?
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What are some of the symptoms of measles?
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What test is used to determine susceptibility to scarlet fever?
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What is used to drain the sinuses in sinusitis?
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What is tuberculosis?
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Between what ages are the highest incidences of tuberculosis?
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What is used to examine the lungs to diagnose tuberculosis?
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What occurs at the end of pulmonary circulation?
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What is the function of blood vessels?
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What are the 3 types of blood vessels?
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What is the function of the lungs?
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What is atherosclerosis?
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What is edema?
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What is a treatment method for hemorrhage?
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What are tendons?
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What are the two main muscles of the forearm?
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What are the muscles of the thorax?
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What is diathermy?
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What are pelvimeters used for in prenatal care?
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Why is post-partum care necessary?
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What is the test called that is used to determine syphilis?
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What organs are within the alimentary canal?
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What is the main function of the liver?
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What vegetable is Vitamin K found in?
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What is dyspepsia?
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What is a treatment for gallstones?
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What is urinary incontinence?
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What is allergology?
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What is aviation medicine?
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What is gastroenterology?
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What is geriatrics?
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What is gynecology?
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What is hematology?
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What is internal medicine?
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What is pathology?
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What is psychology?
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Study Notes
Medical Assistant Knowledge Overview
- Hippocrates is recognized as the father of medicine.
- Medical assistants (MAs) are not permitted to administer local anesthesia.
- Boiling medical equipment/supplies for 20 minutes is the most effective sterilization method.
- In emergency situations without a physician, MAs can provide care and call for an ambulance if needed.
- Narcotics are habit-forming medications that require a prescription.
Professionalism and Ethics
- MAs should have a fundamental understanding of medical laws and ethics.
- Presenting a neat and well-groomed appearance is essential in the workplace; a tasteful wardrobe is important if not in uniform.
- MAs should avoid discussing patient complaints or prognoses, as this may differ from the physician's views.
Patient Care Responsibilities
- Main duties include taking vital signs, administering medications, and explaining medical procedures.
- For bed-ridden patients, support is offered through pillows, bed cradles, and air rings.
Medication Administration
- Common routes for parenteral medication include intravenous, intra-arterial, intraosseous, intramuscular, and intradermal.
- Subcutaneous administration is the term for delivering medication under the skin.
- Analgesics are pain-relief medications, with morphine as a common example.
- Antibiotics, for bacterial infections, include amoxicillin (requiring refrigeration) and penicillin.
Medical Procedures and Tools
- Anesthetic medications induce reversible loss of sensation, with novocaine as a local example.
- Administrative tasks of MAs involve maintaining patient records, ensuring the provision of relevant information only, and scheduling appointments.
- Common filing methods in medical offices include by subject and by date.
Health Organizations and Practices
- Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) involve patients paying fixed or periodic fees for medical care from affiliated providers.
- Rectal temperatures are typically higher than oral temperatures by 0.5-1 degree F.
Blood Pressure Insights
- Systolic pressure occurs during heart contraction, while diastolic pressure occurs during relaxation.
- Normal adult blood pressure is considered 120/80 mm Hg.
- A sphygmomanometer measures blood pressure, while a stethoscope aids in listening to heart and lung sounds.
Physiological Measurements
- Normal adult respiration rates range from 12-20 breaths per minute.
- Heart rate can be influenced by various factors, excluding a person's weight.
- An EKG/ECG is used to assess heart problems.
Central Nervous System
- The spinal cord serves as the main part of the central nervous system.
- Vision is evaluated using a Snellen Chart, with normal vision being 20/20.
Infectious Diseases and Diagnostics
- Cataracts result in clouding of the eye lens.
- Petit mal seizures are characterized by brief lapses in attention.
- The Schick test determines immunity to diphtheria, while the Coryzal stage is the most infectious for measles.
Organs and Systems
- The alimentary canal includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and anus, with the liver primarily producing bile.
- Atherosclerosis is defined as arterial fatty deposit buildup, leading to cardiovascular issues.
- Edema refers to swelling from excess fluid in body tissues.
Specialized Medical Fields
- Allergology studies hypersensitivity and allergies.
- Gastroenterology focuses on digestive tract conditions, while geriatrics addresses healthcare for older adults.
- Gynecology specializes in female reproductive health, hematology studies blood disorders, and internal medicine covers adult disease management.
Additional Medical Terms
- Pathology includes disease study and diagnosis.
- Psychology is focused on understanding and alleviating psychological stress.
- Therapeutic radiology treats tumors and cancers.
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This quiz covers key aspects of medical assistant knowledge, including the historical context, ethics, professionalism, and essential patient care responsibilities. It assesses understanding of important laws, patient interaction, and sterilization methods. Ideal for students pursuing a career in medical assisting.