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Which of the following conditions may result in a lack of melanin pigment in the body?
Which of the following conditions may result in a lack of melanin pigment in the body?
Which of the following would be least likely to contaminate the sterile field?
Which of the following would be least likely to contaminate the sterile field?
Which of the following must be sent by first-class mail?
Which of the following must be sent by first-class mail?
The treatment for poison ivy includes?
The treatment for poison ivy includes?
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The tab key allows one to?
The tab key allows one to?
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The pacemaker of the heart is the?
The pacemaker of the heart is the?
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A good telephone technique is a?
A good telephone technique is a?
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A common sign of diabetes mellitus is?
A common sign of diabetes mellitus is?
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All of the following may be consulted for drug information EXCEPT?
All of the following may be consulted for drug information EXCEPT?
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A purchase agreement provision that covers the cost of repair due to faulty design or manufacturing is the?
A purchase agreement provision that covers the cost of repair due to faulty design or manufacturing is the?
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In the problem-oriented medical record (POMR) system, the initial database includes?
In the problem-oriented medical record (POMR) system, the initial database includes?
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Questions regarding each of the major body systems and parts are known as?
Questions regarding each of the major body systems and parts are known as?
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During a physical examination, percussion is most commonly used to examine the?
During a physical examination, percussion is most commonly used to examine the?
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Which of the following is a coding system used by Medicare providers to report supplies and injections?
Which of the following is a coding system used by Medicare providers to report supplies and injections?
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The bone located in the posterior of the skull is the?
The bone located in the posterior of the skull is the?
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The prefix pertaining to fingernail is?
The prefix pertaining to fingernail is?
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Which of the following is demographic information included in a medical record?
Which of the following is demographic information included in a medical record?
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The most common type of anemia in the U.S. is?
The most common type of anemia in the U.S. is?
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The time zone difference between California and New Jersey is?
The time zone difference between California and New Jersey is?
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Which of the following is the purpose of records management?
Which of the following is the purpose of records management?
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An examination method that requires the use of a stethoscope is?
An examination method that requires the use of a stethoscope is?
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All of the following are nutritional elements EXCEPT?
All of the following are nutritional elements EXCEPT?
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Which of the following would require an ICD-9 (or 10) -CM code?
Which of the following would require an ICD-9 (or 10) -CM code?
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The part of the nervous system that governs conscious activities is the?
The part of the nervous system that governs conscious activities is the?
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Disposable single-use gloves should be worn?
Disposable single-use gloves should be worn?
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A chemical that interferes with the development of bacterial organisms is?
A chemical that interferes with the development of bacterial organisms is?
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A patient who weighs 45 kg also weighs how many pounds?
A patient who weighs 45 kg also weighs how many pounds?
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Unclear vision caused by hardening of the crystalline lens common among the elderly is known as?
Unclear vision caused by hardening of the crystalline lens common among the elderly is known as?
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Inflammation of a sweat gland is known as?
Inflammation of a sweat gland is known as?
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When encountering an unconscious person, the medical assistant should first?
When encountering an unconscious person, the medical assistant should first?
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The combining form cheil/o means?
The combining form cheil/o means?
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You've taken a patient's temperature and recorded it as 96.9 degrees F. Later, the physician asks you to convert this measurement to Celsius. What is the patient's temperature in Celsius?
You've taken a patient's temperature and recorded it as 96.9 degrees F. Later, the physician asks you to convert this measurement to Celsius. What is the patient's temperature in Celsius?
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A call is ringing on another line; the medical assistant should?
A call is ringing on another line; the medical assistant should?
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All of the following are electrolytes?
All of the following are electrolytes?
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All of the following are steps for proper instrument care?
All of the following are steps for proper instrument care?
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The adult normal range of respiration cycles per minute is?
The adult normal range of respiration cycles per minute is?
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Study Notes
Medical Conditions and Terms
- Albinism leads to a lack of melanin pigment in the body.
- Polyuria is a common sign of diabetes mellitus.
- Presbyopia is unclear vision caused by hardening of the crystalline lens in the elderly.
- Hidradenitis is inflammation of a sweat gland.
Medical Records and Coding
- The problem-oriented medical record (POMR) system starts with a numbered list of present problems.
- ROS refers to questions regarding each major body system and parts.
- HCPCS is a coding system used by Medicare providers for reporting supplies and injections.
- Glossitis requires an ICD-9 (or 10)-CM code for billing.
Communication and Consultation
- A good telephone technique includes using a low-pitched and expressive voice.
- When handling calls, always check first if the caller can hold before attending to another line.
Physical Examination Techniques
- Auscultation requires the use of a stethoscope to assess body sounds.
- Percussion is most commonly used in the examination of the chest and back.
Body Systems and Anatomy
- The sinoatrial node (SA node) is known as the pacemaker of the heart.
- The somatic nervous system governs conscious activities.
- The occipital bone is located at the posterior of the skull.
Health and Safety Practices
- Disposable single-use gloves are necessary when handling specimens and performing venipuncture.
- Antibiotics are chemicals that inhibit the development of bacterial organisms.
- Proper care for instruments includes avoiding stacking, keeping differing finishes separate, and using instruments only for their intended purpose.
Nutritional Elements and Measurements
- Nutritional elements include sodium, potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate, while ethanol is not considered a nutritional element.
- Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia in the U.S.
- To convert weight, a patient weighing 45 kg is equivalent to 99 lbs.
Mail and Communication Regulations
- Personal letters and postcards must be sent by first-class mail.
Temperature and Measurements
- A patient's temperature of 96.9°F converts to 36.1°C.
Time Zones
- The time zone difference between California and New Jersey is three hours.
Instrument Care
- Key steps for proper instrument care include not stacking, keeping instruments of different finishes separate, and maintaining sharp instruments apart to prevent dulling.
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Test your knowledge of medical conditions, records, communication techniques, and examination skills. This quiz covers important medical terminology and practices essential for healthcare professionals. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of the medical field.
