Chapter 2 Of M.o.m

Question 0

The administration of radioactive drugs and the operation detection instruments is performed by a ____

Answer 0

Nuclear medicine technologist

Question 1

Bariatrics is the treatment of _____

Answer 1

Obesity

Question 2

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)____

Answer 2

Diploma graduate nurse

Question 3

Duties of the physician assistant include

Answer 3

Taking a patients medical history, performing physical examinations, and performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Question 4

Which of the following healthcare professionals assists registered nurses and physicians by observing patients and reporting changes in their conditions

Answer 4

Licensed practical nurse

Question 5

Reconstruction, correction, or improvement of body structures is performed by a(n) ____

Answer 5

Plastic surgeon

Question 6

A professional who has studied the chemical and physical qualities of drugs and dispenses medication to the public is a ___

Answer 6

Pharmacist

Question 7

A graduate of nursing program does not achieve the title of registered nurse until

Answer 7

Passing the state board examination for licensure

Question 8

Using a radio communication network a(n) ____ medical technician works under the direction of a physician and is trained to triage patients and initiate appropriate treatment

Answer 8

Emergency

Question 9

The ____ therapist helps patients to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following illness or injury

Answer 9

Physical

Question 10

The term “primary care physicians” refers to

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Physicians who oversee patients long term healthcare

Question 11

Which health professional assists the psychiatric team by observing behavior and providing information to help in planning therapy

Answer 11

Mental health technician

Question 12

Which of the following health professionals uses their eyes and hands to identify structural problems while supporting the body’s natural tendency toward health and self-healing

Answer 12

Doctors of osteopathy

Question 13

Which of the following organization developed and established the safety requirements known as national patient safety goals

Answer 13

The joint commission

Question 14

The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. It is often combined with ____. A practice that specializes in both is referred to as ob/Gyn

Answer 14

Gynecology

Question 15

Outpatient care is also known as____ care because patients can walk into the facility in the morning! have tests or surgery! and go home in the afternoon

Answer 15

Ambulatory

Question 16

Which of the following is the nations largest network of institutional healthcare providers

Answer 16

American hospital association

Question 17

A radiologist is assisted by which of the following in taking x-Ray films

Answer 17

Radiographer

Question 18

The primary purpose of the American board of medical specialties (ABMS) is

Answer 18

To maintain and improve the quality of medical care and certify doctors in various specialties

Question 19

Which of the following healthcare professionals have 4-year degree and specialize in areas such as blood banking, microbiology, and chemistry

Answer 19

Medical laboratory scientists

Question 20

Membership in a(n) ____ association enables you to become involved in the issues and activities relevant to your field

Answer 20

Professional

Question 21

A healthcare professional who works with patients to help them attain maximum physical and mental health using therapies and activities is a(n) ___

Answer 21

Occupational therapist

Question 22

The worlds largest publisher of scientific and medical information is the ____

Answer 22

American medical association

Question 23

A medical assistant who assists in dialysis unit probably works with which of the following types of physicians

Answer 23

Nephrologist

Question 24

An example of a disorder treated by an endocrinologist is___

Answer 24

Hyperthyroidism

Question 25

Foods that have little or no processing before they are eaten are known as ____ foods

Answer 25

Whole

Question 26

A physician who treats patients with cancer is a(n) ____

Answer 26

Oncologist

Question 27

A healthcare professional who works under the direction of a physician and manages emergencies that occur away from the medical setting is a(n)___

Answer 27

Emergency medical technician

Question 28

The minimum education level for a nurse practitioner is ____

Answer 28

Masters degree

Question 29

Medical assistants are an integral part of the healthcare delivery ____ and therefore must have a working knowledge of the different specialties allied health professionals

Answer 29

Team

Question 30

Which of the following specialties reads electrocardiograms (EKGs) for hospital laboratories

Answer 30

Cardiologist

Question 31

Screening tests and drugs to ward off disease are commonly used in ____ care

Answer 31

Preventive

Question 32

Routine tasks such as maintains patient profiles in a pharmacy's computer are performed by a ___

Answer 32

Pharmacy technician

Question 33

Disorders such as stuttering and hearing impairment are diagnosed and treated by a(n) _____

Answer 33

Speech/language pathologist

Question 34

Which of the following organizations is dedicated to maintaining and elevating the standards of healthcare delivery through the evaluation and accreditation of healthcare organizations

Answer 34

The joint commission

Question 35

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 out a professional organization that is more closely with het career goals. Which professional organization would you recommend to cara

Answer 35

American association of professional coders

Question 36

The branch of medicine that works to maintain the function of the musculoskeletal system is called

Answer 36

Orthopedics

Question 37

Which of the following allied health professionals takes health histories, performs physical examinations, conducts screenings tests, and educates patients and families about disease prevention

Answer 37

Independent nurse practitioner

Question 38

The branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats problems and disease of older adults is

Answer 38

Geriatrics

Question 39

Physicians who treats patients of all ages with all types of illness are called ___ practitioners, general practitioners, or primary care physicians

Answer 39

Family

Question 40

Which of the following is not a current healthcare trend

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Decrease in preventive care

Question 41

The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of problems and disease of older adults is ___

Answer 41

Gerontology

Question 42

Benefits of membership in professional associations include continuing ___ and job networking opportunities

Answer 42

Education

Question 43

On-the-job training qualifies this member of the healthcare team to perform direct patient care under the supervision of the nursing staff

Answer 43

Nursing aide

Question 44

The study and recording of the electrical activity of the brain is called____

Answer 44

Electroencephalography

Question 45

____ are medical specialists that deal with the medical and surgical treatment of obesity

Answer 45

Bariatric surgeons

Question 46

The abbreviation for a licensed doctor of podiatric medicine is ___

Answer 46

DPM

Question 47

The joint commission (tjc) is a u.s. Based organization that

Answer 47

Maintains and elevates the standards of healthcare delivery through Credentialing and accreditation

Question 48

Which of the following individuals should Miguel contact to verify Cindy chens insurance

Answer 48

Medical billing and insurance specialist

Question 49

Your patient is having treatments based on qi. Which healthcare professional is most likely performing the treatments

Answer 49

Acupuncturist

Question 50

Which professional organization develops the national patient safety goals

Answer 50

TJC

Question 51

Which professional would most likely be working outside of a healthcare facility

Answer 51

Emergency medical technician/paramedic

Question 52

Which healthcare team member can work independently, performing examinations and treating common illness

Answer 52

Nurse practitioner

Question 53

Which of the following is a trend in healthcare that has a direct effect on how medical assistants perform their job

Answer 53

Increased use of technology and EHR

Question 54

What type of healthcare deals with patients who have terminal cancer or less than 6 months to live

Answer 54

Hospice care

Question 55

A medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with conditions resulting from an unexpected medical crisis or accident is ___

Answer 55

Emergency medicine

Question 56

A physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the kidney, bladder, urinary system is a(n)_____

Answer 56

Urologist

Question 57

An allied health professional who prepares frozen sections of dissected body tissues is a

Answer 57

Pathologists assistants

Question 58

Which physician is also referred to as an ENT specialist

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Otorhinolaryngologist

Question 59

A(n) ____ health technician assists the psychiatric team by observing behavior and participating in group therapy and counseling sessions

Answer 59

Mental

Question 60

A physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails is a(n)

Answer 60

Dermatologist

Question 61

In acupuncture, the channels through which qi. Or life energy, flows are known as _____

Answer 61

Meridians

Question 62

Which health professional uses therapies such as electricity, heat, cold ultrasound, massage, and exercise to restore function and relieve pain after injury

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Physical therapist

Question 63

A certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) is a registered nurse who___

Answer 63

Has completed an additional program recognized by the American association of nurse anesthetists

Question 64

A healthcare professional who assists patients and families in the selection of food choices that provide adequate and balanced nutrition is a____

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Registered dietitian

Question 65

An allied health professional trained to draw for diagnostic laboratory testing is a

Answer 65

Phlebotomist

Question 66

The term that refers to assessment of urgency and immediate medical needs of a patient is

Answer 66

Triage

Question 67

A licensed practical nurse is not permitted to

Answer 67

Perform some intravenous procedures

Question 68

The baby boom that occurred from 1946-1964 caused which of the following healthcare trends

Answer 68

Increase in aging population

Question 69

Medical billed and ___ are responsible for abstracting medical information from medical records and preparing insurance claim forms

Answer 69

Coder

Question 70

Internal subspecialties include all of the following except

Answer 70

Otorhinolaryngology

Question 71

Which of the following physicians are considered generalists who treats all types and ages of patients

Answer 71

family practitioners

Question 72

If you work for a family practice physician or group of physicians you may be responsible for arranging patient appointment with

Answer 72

Specialists

Question 73

Physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the internal organs are

Answer 73

Internists

Question 74

A disorder related to the functioning of the stomach and intestines is tarred by a

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Gastroenterologist

Question 75

The AMA code of medical ethics is the most comprehensive ethics guide for ____

Answer 75

Physicians

Question 76

A physician who studies the changes a disease produces in the cells, fluids, tissues, and processes of the entire body is a

Answer 76

Pathologist

Question 77

Insurance companies refer to which group of physicians as primary care physicians

Answer 77

Family practitioners and internists

Question 78

Which of the following statements is not true about electronic health records

Answer 78

EHR is a major factor in the current trend toward preventive care

Question 79

Radiology is the branch of medical science that

Answer 79

Uses x-Ray and radioactive substances to diagnose and treat disease

Question 80

A registered nurse who graduated from a2-year junior college nursing program is a

Answer 80

Associate degree nurse

Question 81

Physicians who use their hands and medical instruments to diagnose and correct deformities and treat external and internal injuries or disease are

Answer 81

Surgeons

Question 82

The treatment and preventative care of amateur and professional athletes is the subspecialty of ____ medicine

Answer 82

Sports

Question 83

Which healthcare professional treats patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or pneumonia

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Respiratory therapist

Question 84

A physician who cares for pregnant women is called a

Answer 84

Obstetrician

Question 85

A physician who diagnoses and treats physical reactions to substances such as mold, dust, fur, and pollen from plants or flowers is a

Answer 85

Allergist