Module 2 Flashcards
Which of the following is performed to obtain fluid from a joint?
A. Thoracentesis
This is a surgical puncture into the chest cavity with the aspiration of fluid.
B. Tympanocentesis
This is a surgical puncture of the tympanic membrane.
C. Pneumonocentesis
This is a surgical puncture of a lung for the purpose of aspiration.
D. Arthrocentesis
This is a puncture of a joint cavity with the aspiration of fluid.
E. Paracentesis
This is a puncture to remove fluid from the abdominal cavity when a patient has ascites which is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen.
D. Arthrocentesis
This is a puncture of a joint cavity with the aspiration of fluid.
Which of the following instructions is most important for a patient who has just had an arm cast applied?
A. Sprinkle powder in the cast if itching is present.
Powder should not be applied inside of cast.
B. Trim the cast if any sharp edges are present.
This should only be done with the permission of the physician.
C. Observe the fingers for changes in color/temperature.
Cold fingers can indicate abnormal circulation and is an urgent warning sign that needs evaluation by a physician.
D. Rest the arm at waist level.
The arm should be kept above heart level to help drain collected fluid.
E. Clean the cast by washing it gently with soap and water.
The cast should be kept dry.
C. Observe the fingers for changes in color/temperature.
Cold fingers can indicate abnormal circulation and is an urgent warning sign that needs evaluation by a physician.
Lisinopril (Zestril) and furosemide (Lasix) are used in the treatment of which of the following conditions?
A. Gout
Indomethacin (Indocin) is a medication often used for the treatment of gout.
B. Epilepsy
Phenobarbital (Solfoton) is a medication that can be used for the treatment of epilepsy.
C. Parkinson’s disease
Levodopa (Sinemet) is a medication for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
D. Hypertension
Lisinopril (Zestril) and furosemide (Lasix) are medications used in the treatment of hypertension.
E. Tuberculosis
Isoniazid (INH) is a medication commonly used in the treatment for tuberculosis.
D. Hypertension
Lisinopril (Zestril) and furosemide (Lasix) are medications used in the treatment of hypertension.
Which of the following examinations is performed to assess knee reflex?
A. Auscultation
Auscultation is an examination technique that involves listening with a stethoscope to the sounds produced within the body.
B. Percussion
The knee reflex (patellar reflex) is obtained as a result of a tap on the patellar tendon.
C. Inspection
Inspection involves observation of the patient for any signs of disease.
D. Mensuration
Mensuration is the process of measuring the patient.
E. Palpation
Palpation is the examination of the body using the sense of touch.
B. Percussion
The knee reflex (patellar reflex) is obtained as a result of a tap on the patellar tendon.
Which of the following urine tests requires special cleansing of the external genitalia during collection?
A. Random urine
In a random urine collection the patient gives a sample at any time it is requested without cleaning the external genitalia. An example of this would be for drug testing.
B. 24 hour urine
During a 24 hour collection the urine is collected at random times and refrigerated for testing for analytes at a later date. It is not necessary to clean external genitalia for these collections
C. Midstream urine
A midstream urine is requested when the patient is presenting with signs of a urinary tract infection. By cleaning the external genitalia, the risk of contamination from extraneous sources is minimized.
D. First morning urine
A first morning specimen is often used when a concentrated specimen is needed for testing such as in pregnancy testing. No cleaning of external genitalia is needed.
C. Midstream urine
A midstream urine is requested when the patient is presenting with signs of a urinary tract infection. By cleaning the external genitalia, the risk of contamination from extraneous sources is minimized.
Of the following, which would be used to check visual acuity in the medical office?
A. Ophthalmoscope
An opthalmoscope is an instrument for use in examination of the interior of the eye.
B. Snellen chart
In the medical office, the Snellen eye chart is most often used to measure visual acuity.
C. Ergometer
An ergometer is an instrument used for measuring the work performed by human muscles.
D. Opthalmometer
An opthalmometer is a diagnostic instrument for measuring the curvature of the cornea and is used for assessing the extent of astigmatism.
E. Tonometer
A tonometer is used to measure the intraocular pressure and tests for glaucoma.
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B. Snellen chart
In the medical office, the Snellen eye chart is most often used to measure visual acuity.
Which of the following would be decreased when a patient mails a check to the clinic to pay for services previously rendered?
A. Disbursement account
This is a record of funds paid out from the practice.
B. Accounts receivable
The amount owed to the clinic will decrease.
C. Balance sheet
This is the ending balance of a businesses’ assets, liabilities, and equity accounts.
D. Income statement
Income increases when accounts are paid.
E. Accounts payable
This is the amount owed by the clinic.
B. Accounts receivable
The amount owed to the clinic will decrease.
A physician who has a contract with a company to treat employees for injuries sustained on the job is legally bound to treat which of the following individuals?
A. All employees of the company
Employees must sustain an on-the-job injury or illness and be referred to the physician.
B. An employee, previously treated for an on-the-job injury, for a routine illness.
Only a job-related illness or injury will be referred to the physician.
C. Any employee who chooses to be treated by that physician
Employees must sustain an on-the-job injury or illness and be referred to the physician.
D. The families of employees who have been treated for on-the-job injuries
Only the employee injured on the job or one who has a job-related illness will be referred to the physician.
E. Employees injured on the job when referred by the company
An employee who is injured on the job or has a job-related illness will be referred to the physician.
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E. Employees injured on the job when referred by the company
An employee who is injured on the job or has a job-related illness will be referred to the physician.
Which of the following terms describes the telescoping of the intestine into itself?
A. Herniation
This is an abnormal protrusion of an organ or body part through a membrane, muscle, or bone.
B. Volvulus
This is a twisting of the intestine on itself.
C. Obstipation
This is intractable constipation.
D. Deglutition
This is the act of swallowing.
E. Intussusception
This is a prolapse of one part of the intestine into the lumen of an adjacent part of the intestine.
E. Intussusception
This is a prolapse of one part of the intestine into the lumen of an adjacent part of the intestine.
. Which of the following types of leukocytes is known to increase in allergic reactions?
A. T-lymphocytes
These are leukocytes that help B-lymphocytes produce antibodies and can destroy other cells on contact.
B. Neutrophils
These are phagocytic cells that ingest and destroy bacteria.
C. Monocytes
These are large leukocytes that phagocytize antigens and cellular debris.
D. Eosinophils
These are leukocytes that increase in allergic reaction and parasitic infections.
E. B-lymphocytes
These are leukocytes that produce antibodies.
D. Eosinophils
These are leukocytes that increase in allergic reaction and parasitic infections.
Which of the following muscles is most appropriate for the administration of a 2.5 mL intramuscular injection in an adult?
A. Rectus abdominis
The rectus abdominis is a muscle in the abdomen and is not ordinarily utilized for IM injections.
B. Dorsogluteal
The dorsogluteal site is well developed in adults and can absorb a large amount of medication (2 mL).
C. Deltoid
Although the deltoid muscle can be used for IM injections, it should not be used for injections of large amounts of medications. Generally not more than 1 mL should be administered at this site.
D. Latissimus dorsi
The latissimus dorsi are muscles in the back and this is not ordinarily utilized for IM injections.
E. Vastus lateralis
The vastus lateralis is a muscle in the leg. It is useful for injections in children younger than 3 years old whose gluteal muscles are not well developed, but would not be a good site for an injection of a larger amount of medication such as 2 ml.
B. Dorsogluteal
The dorsogluteal site is well developed in adults and can absorb a large amount of medication (2 mL).
Which of the follow is a suffix for “hardening”?
A. –osis
This means condition, usually abnormal.
B. –sclerosis
This means hardening.
C. –ectasis
This means dilation or widening.
D. –itis
This means inflammation.
E. –megaly
This means enlargement.
B. –sclerosis
This means hardening.
Which of the following incoming telephone calls is most likely to require the physician’s immediate attention?
A. Call from a patient to ask for a prescription refill
Many physicians set aside a certain time in their schedule to review refill requests.
B. Call from an equipment salesperson regarding a recently ordered hematology analyzer
The physician may or may not choose to return a call to the salesperson.
C. Call from a patient to request laboratory test results
Many physicians set aside a certain time of day to review tests and contact patients with the results. Or, the medical assistant may be instructed to relay the results to the patient.
D. Call placed by another physician
Generally a call from another physician is a high priority. This is especially true if the call involves a patient that is in the office at the time of the call.
E. Call from a pharmacist regarding a question about a new prescription
This call would not require the physician to be immediately notified.
D. Call placed by another physician
Generally a call from another physician is a high priority. This is especially true if the call involves a patient that is in the office at the time of the call.
Which of the following is a function of the olfactory nerve?
A. Hearing
The 8th cranial nerve (vestibulocochlear) provides the ability to hear.
B. Touching
Sensory nerves throughout the body contribute to the sense of touch.
C. Vision
The 2nd cranial nerve (optic) has receptors at the retina which provides the ability to see.
D. Tasting
The 7th cranial nerve (facial) contributes to the sense of taste.
E. Smelling
The first cranial nerve (olfactory) has receptors located in the nasal mucosa providing for the sense of smell.
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E. Smelling
The first cranial nerve (olfactory) has receptors located in the nasal mucosa providing for the sense of smell.
A keratoplasty is an operation on which of the following body parts?
A. Tympanum
This is the cavity of the middle ear.
B. Epidermis
This is the outer layer of skin.
C. Cornea
“Kerato” is the root for cornea.
D. Patella
This refers to the kneecap.
E. Hypophysis
This is the pituitary gland
C. Cornea
“Kerato” is the root for cornea.
