Q3 Clinic Final Questions Flashcards
What does near visual acuity check 4?
A-myopia
B-presbyopia only
C-hyperopia only
D-presbyopia and hyperopia
D-presbyopia and hyperopia
Refraction refers 2 the bending of light rays so that they can b focused on the retina.
A-true
B-false
A-true
Which type of hearing loss is due 2 an obstruction?
A-tinnitus
B-conductive
C-tympanic rupture
D-sensorineural
B-conductive
Conjunctivitis caused by a bacterium is not contagious.
A-true
B-false
B-false
The range of frequencies used for speech r 300 - 4,000 Hz
A-true
B-false
A-true
A refractive error that causes distorted and blurred vision 4 both near and far objects due to a cornea that is oval shaped?
A-myopia
B-presbyopia
C-astigmatism
D-hyperopia
C-astigmatism
Another name 4 cerumen is?
A-cake
B-sebaceous oil
C-sebum
D-earwax
D-earwax
The dropping of a liquid in2 a body cavity is known as?
A-impaction
B-catheter
C-instillation
D-irrigation
C-instillation
Myopia is?
A-nearsightedness
B-a decrease in the elasticity of the lens
C-a refractive error due 2 a misshaped cornea
D-farsightedness
A-nearsightedness
What is visual acuity?
A-sharpness of vision
B-the ability 2 bend or refract light
C-being able 2 c or not
D-the ability 2 c colors
A-sharpness of vision
What methods can b used 2 correct myopia?
A-prescription contact lenses
B-prescription eyeglasses
C-all of these
D-laser eye surgery
C-all of these
What type of patient would warrant the use of the big E chart?
A-nonreaders
B-all of these
C-preschool children
D-non English speaking people
B-all of these
A plate consisting of primary colored dots arranged 2 form numbers against similar colored dots of contrasting dots is called?
A-big E plate
B-Snellen eye plate
C-polychromatic plate
D-visual acuity plate
C-polychromatic plate
A patient vision is recorded at 20/35. What does this mean?
A-none of these r correct
B-the 35 indicates how the the distance the test is
conducted. The 20 represents the distance from which a person
with normal visual acuity can read the row of numbers
C-the patient was standing at 35 feet 2 read the chart. 20 feet is
what normal people would stand 2 read this chart
D-the 20 represents where the test was conducted. The 35
represents the distance at which a person w/normal visual acuity
can read that row of letters
D-the 20 represents where the test was conducted. The 35
represents the distance at which a person w/normal visual
acuity can read that row of letters
Which screening method compares bone condition hearing w/air conduction hearing
A-Rinne
B-gross screening
C-hearing acuity
D-Weber
A-Rinne
A hot compress is an example of moist heat
A-true
B-false
A-true
Erythema is redness of the skin caused by dilation of superficial blood vessels
A-true
B-false
A-true
The local application of cold may b used 2 relieve muscle spasms
A-true
B-false
B-false
Ambulation refers 2 the inability 2 walk
A-true
B-false
B-false
The recommended time 4 the application of heat is 15 - 20 minutes
A-true
B-false
A-true
Incorrectly fitted crutches may cause crutch palsy
A-true
B-false
A-true
Walking or moving from place 2 place is called’’
A-ambulation
B-tredation
C-stationary
D-suppuration
A-ambulation
An overstretching of a muscle caused by trauma is called
A-strain
B-sprain
C-hernia
D-edema
A-strain
A discharge by the body’s tissues is called
A-exudate
B-edema
C-suppuration
D-erythema
A-exudate
What is the process of pus formation called
A-suppuration
B-edema
C-erythema
D-exudate
A-suppuration
Which of the following is an example of dry heat
A-heating pad
B-hot compress
A-heating pad
Which of the following is an example of moist cold
A-cold compress
B-ice bag
A-cold compress
How does the oal application of heat 4 a short time influence the blood vessels in the affected area
A-dilates the blood vessels
B-constricts the blood vessels
C-decreases blood supply
D-slows tissue metabolism
A-dilates the blood vessels
Which of the following r reasons 4 applying cold locally
A-all of these
B-prevent edema
C-control bleeding
D-reduce suppuration and inflammation
A-all of these
What is the reason 4 a 4-point gait
A-4 patients who have leg muscle weakness or spasticity, poor muscular coordination or balance or degenerative leg joint disease
B-4 amputees w/out a prosthesis, patients with musculoskeletal or soft tissue trauma 2 a lower extremity, patients w/acute leg inflammation or patients who have had recent leg surgery
C-4 patients w/paralysis of the lower extremities and 4 patients wearing supportive braces on their legs
D-weakness or balance problems in geriatric patients; recovery from knee and hip joint replacement surgery
D-weakness or balance problems in geriatric patients; recovery from knee and hip joint replacement surgery
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a minor office surgery
A-performed in an ambulatory care facility
B-performed in a short period of time
C-requires a general anesthetic
D-does not pose a risk 2 life
C-requires a general anesthetic
Which of the following requires the use of surgical asepsis
A-application of a bandage B-measurement of blood pressure C-insertion of sutures D-collection of a pap specimen E-all of these
C-insertion of sutures
The purpose of practicing surgical asepsis during minor office surgery is 2
A-protect the patient from a pathogenic microorganisms
B-prevent the formation of a purulent discharge
C-prevent damage 2 surgical instruments
D-reduce patient discomfort
A-protect the patient from a pathogenic microorganisms
Something that is considered sterile is considered contaminated if it
A-comes in contact w/a pathogen B-comes in contact w/a nonpathogen C-becomes wet D-touches something clean E-all of the above
E-all of the above
What should the MA do if in doubt about the sterility of an article
A-use the article, making sure 2 use the sterile technique
B-do not use the article; obtain another 1
C-ask the physician if the article should b used
D-cleanse the article w/a disinfectant b4 using
B-do not use the article; obtain another 1
Which of the following is a violation of a sterile technique
A-holding a sterile article above waist article
B-facing a sterile field
C-reaching over a sterile field
D-placing a sterile item in the center of a sterile field
C-reaching over a sterile field
Which of the following instruments consists of a handle and a blade and is used 2 make surgical incisions and divide tissue
A-operating scissors
B-scalpel
C-bandage scissors
D-dissecting scissors
B-scalpel
Which of the following instruments has teeth that r used 2 grasp tissue
A-hemostatic forceps
B-splinter forceps
C-tissue forceps
D-thumb forceps
C-tissue forceps
Witch of the following instruments has serrated tips, ring handles and and ratchets and is used 2 clamp off blood vessels
A-allis tissue forceps
B-hemostatic forcep
C-sponge forcep
D-curette
B-hemostatic forcep
Which of the following instruments is used 2 hold tissue aside 2 improve exposure of the operative area
A-retractors
B-biopsy forceps
C-probe
D-tenaculum
A-retractors
When not in use, an instrument w/a ratchet should b stored
A-in an open position
B-w/tips tightly approximated
C-in a closed position
D-w/a protective cover over the ratchet
A-in an open position
Which of the following represents an error in technique when pouring a sterile solution
A-ensuring that the solution is w/in it’s expiration date
B-placing the solution cap on a flat surface w/the open end facing
down
C-palming the label of the solution bottle
D-rinsing the lip of the bottle
B-placing the solution cap on a flat surface w/the open end
facing down
What is the term 4 the break surface or mucus membrane that exposes underlying tissues
A-open wound
B-contusion
C-infection
D-closed wound
A-open wound
What name is given 2 the type of wound in which the tissues r torn apart, leaving ragged and irregular edges
A-cut
B-puncture
C-laceration
D-abrasion
C-laceration
4 which of the following wounds, would the physician b most likely 2 order a tetanus booster
A-cut
B-puncture
C-laceration
D-abrasion
B-puncture
What is the 1st line of defense of the body
A-mucous membranes
B-skin
C-acidic secretions of the stomach
D-WBC’s
B-skin
The protective response of the body 2 trauma and the entrance of foreign substances is called
A-infection
B-inflammation
C-healing
D-immunity
B-inflammation
The function of the healing process of a wound is 2
A-restore the structure and function of damaged tissue
B-prevent infection of the wound
C-prevent inflammation of the wound
D-control bleeding
A-restore the structure and function of damaged tissue