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when using a tympanic membrane, it is important to

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attach a disposable sheath and place the thermometer snugly in the ear

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what are internal factors that affect blood pressure

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  • vasoconstriction
  • cardiac output
  • blood volume
  • blood viscosity
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3
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what is NOT an internal factor that affects blood pressure?

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stress

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4
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the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test screens for

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inflammatory process

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5
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what is the normal range of potassium found in the blood?

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3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L

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6
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blood chemistries and HIV/AIDS antibody tests must be performed with that color test tube?

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red color stopper

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a patient just had a color of cold water and you are getting ready to perform vital signs and measurements. What is the to perform?

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BP, P, R, Ht, Wt, T

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8
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when performing a venipuncture using an evacuation system, how deep to you penetrate?

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penetrate the vein wall to a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch

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9
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some tests cannot use alcohol for the reason it will result in inaccurate test results. What alternative substance can be used to prep the skin before a venipuncture?

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povidone-iodine

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10
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what is the liquid or fluid portion of the blood?

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plasma

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11
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in order to inflate the blood pressure cuff, the valve is turned -

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clockwise

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12
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when medications are mixed and dissolved into a solution administered by a slow drip in the vein, the administration is known as

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infusion

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13
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what does hyperpnea mean?

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rapid and deep breathing

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14
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where are the common sites for intradermal injections?

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forearm and back

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15
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what area is the most accurate measurement of body temperature?

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rectal

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16
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which gauge is the smallest?

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25 gauge

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17
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what is the normal prothrombin time (PT)?

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11 to 15 sec

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18
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what tests use a green collection stopper?

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electrolyte studies

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19
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a blood test that measures creatine kinase (CK) can identify a patient with-

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heart disease

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20
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a medication that is administered subcutaneously is-

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injected into the skin

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21
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you are drawing blood on Mrs. Green. You have explained the process to the 82-year-old patient and begin the procedure. You are using an evacuated tube system and as you insert the third tube into the holder, Mrs. Green begins to cry. You immediately ask if she is in pain and she replies, “No, but I am so scared! Why do they need this much blood? I must have a terrible disease!” the best response is

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“Drawing blood does not necessarily meant you are ill; blood tests are one of the best ways to get an overall picture of your health.”

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22
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when reconstituting and drawing a medication for injection-

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puncture the diaphragm of the vial of diluent with the needle and inject the air into the vial

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23
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when measuring the weight of an adult, you should-

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place a disposable towel on the scale

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24
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Kaiden is a 32-year-old businessman who is being seen in the health care facility because he has been feeling fatigued all of the time. He says he is having difficulty concentrating at work, and his appetite is off. The physician has ordered several blood tests. When you explain the procedure to Kaiden, he smiles and says, “Oh, sure, I’ve been through this many times before. Do what you have to do!” A few seconds after you withdraw the needle, Kaiden suddenly goes limp. You realize that he has fainted and is beginning to slip out of the chair. You should do is

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gently lower him to the floor while protecting his head.

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25
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auscultation is done by using a

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stethoscope

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26
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when taking blood pressure, there are 5 sounds that are heard after the cuff is deflated. Those sounds are called-

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korotkoff sounds

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27
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The physician has asked you to draw blood from Peter, a 24-year-old patient, for routine pre-employment testing. As you begin explaining the process, Peter starts to look very uncomfortable. Although he pretends nothing is wrong, you soon discover that he is afraid of needles. The following suggestions you might help Peter ,

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“See the magazine in the rack on the wall? Focus on that while I draw the blood.”

28
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a ___ is a liquid used to dissolve and dilute a medication

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diluent

29
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when taking an infants pulse, if the brachial artery cannot be felt, what is an alternative to look for the pulse?

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over the apex of the heart

30
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Quint Gardner, a 35-year-old established patient, is in the office for his annual checkup. He says he feels great, and he appears to be in good physical condition. According to office policy, you check his blood pressure using the aneroid sphygmomanometer and his temperature using an axillary thermometer. His vital signs are: BP: 118/88 RL 16, T: 102.4, P: 62. Given these vitals the medical assistant’s next step is to

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recheck his temperature using a different type of thermometer.

31
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what is the normal range for an adult heart rate per minute?

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60-100 bpm

32
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palpitation is performed by

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feeling a part with the hand

33
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what range is considered a normal range for blood pressure in an adult?

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110/65-130/80 bpm

34
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which medication administration is considered the most rapid -acting and produces the most immediate effect

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intravenous/IV

35
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Mrs. Reeves is a 57-year-old patient who was brought to the office because she has been having frequent dizzy spells. In addition to the routine vital signs, the following would you expect the physician ask you to perform to the patient is

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postural vital signs

36
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what procedure is used to obtain a blood sample through the middle or ring finger?

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capillary puncture

37
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when giving a subcutaneous injection, how should the needle be angled?

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hold the needle and syringe at a 45-90 degree angle to the skin

38
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intradermal injections are used to administer-

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allergy and TB testing

39
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what is a normal fasting glucose level?

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74-120 mg/dL

40
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what is the normal oral adult temperature?

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97-99 degrees Fahrenheit

41
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Ms. Anderson was giving medications on the unit. Just as she was taking a medication out of the patient’s cassette, she was interrupted by another patient asking about an appointment. While having the discussion, she opened the medication container and poured the dose and gave it to the intended patient. When she retuned to the cassette, she realized she gave the wrong medication.

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She neglected to perform the three checks of medication administration.

42
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the pulse point that is located in the bend of the elbow is called the-

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brachial pulse

43
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adult height should be measured to the nearest

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quarter of an inch

44
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what instructions should be given to the patient when teaching them how to do a medication sublingually?

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not eat until after the medication has been dissolved

45
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a ___ is a homogenous mixture of a solid, liquid, gaseous substance in a liquid

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solution

46
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A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test is used to identify

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kidney disorders

47
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When administering a medication according to the “rights” of medication administration, you should

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read the medication label on the container three times

48
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The hemoglobin A1C test reflects blood glucose levels over _____ period of time.

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3 months

49
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Number 1 in the picture is the ________, a vein commonly used for venipuncture.

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cephalic vein

50
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what is the first step when collecting a blood specimen?

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identify the patient correctly

51
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what does dyspnea mean?

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difficult or painful breathing

52
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The measurement on this sphygmomanometer is

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88mmHg

53
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  1. The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is
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168 mmHg

54
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what should be done when drawing blood from an elderly patient?

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elevate their arm after removing the needle

55
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what is the term for red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets?

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formed elements

56
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the general rule when for medication administration is to

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calculate the dose and have it double checked if unsure of your answer

57
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Julia is a 16-year-old patient who has come to the health care facility for her annual physical. the physician has asked you to draw blood for routine blood tests. When she realizes that you are going to draw her blood, she frowns and backs away. She tells you that when “they” drew her blood last year, it left a huge, ugly bruise that took weeks to go away, your best response is

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Some bruising is possible, but I will do everything possible to minimize it

58
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what is the first line of defense during a phlebotomy procedure?

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gloves

59
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what is a small glass or plastic container that is sealed to keep its contents sterile?

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ampule

60
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the description of whole blood is

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clear, yellow liquid that remains after a blood clot is formed

61
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when administering a liquid medication

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Hold the medicine at eye level, with the palm over the label, and pour the correct amount of the medication

62
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what is the medical term for deep snoring or rattling sounds that are associated with asthma?

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rhonchi

63
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a medication that is administered intramuscularly is

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injected to a muscle

64
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a small calibrated glass tube that holds a precise volume of fluid is

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micropipette

65
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Nina Trevez is a 32-year-old patient who is in your medical office. During the initial patient interview, Ms. Trevez says her appendix was removed when she was 10 years old, she had a complete mastectomy of the left breast 5 years ago, and she has a severe allergy to penicillin. The following actions would you be careful to take while taking Ms. Trevez’s vital signs is

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to check her blood pressure using the right arm.

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