Question 1

A sterile plastic tube inserted to provide urinary drainage is called a urinary ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A sterile plastic tube inserted to provide...

Question 2

Which of the following is part of the medical assistant's responsibility in collecting and testing urine and stool samples?

Accepted Answer

A)  Work directly with bloodborne pathogens 
B)  Dispose of specimens in the trashcan after use 
C)  Wear adequate personal protective equipment 
D)  Diagnose urinary infections 
E)  Analyze patient health based on test results 
A)  Work directly with bloodborne pathogens 
B)  Dispose of specimens in the trashcan after use 
C)  Wear adequate personal protective equipment 
D)  Diagnose urinary infections 
E)  Analyze patient health based on test results

Question 3

Naturally produced solids of definite form that are commonly seen in urine specimens and usually do not indicate a significant disorder are ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Naturally produced solids of definite form that...

Question 4

A(n) ________ urine specimen is used to complete a quantitative and qualitative analysis of one or more substances, such as sodium, chloride, and calcium, and is collected over a full day.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ urine specimen is used to...

Question 5

Catheterization is performed for which of the following reasons?

Accepted Answer

A)  Obtain a specific gravity 
B)  Relieve urinary retention 
C)  Obtain a random urine specimen 
D)  Prevent urinary infection 
E)  Prevent kidney disease 
A)  Obtain a specific gravity 
B)  Relieve urinary retention 
C)  Obtain a random urine specimen 
D)  Prevent urinary infection 
E)  Prevent kidney disease

Question 6

Which of the following conditions is suspected when a reagent urine strip for human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) shows positive?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diabetes mellitus 
B)  Pregnancy 
C)  Polycystic kidney disease 
D)  Sickle cell anemia 
E)  Chronic renal disease 
A)  Diabetes mellitus 
B)  Pregnancy 
C)  Polycystic kidney disease 
D)  Sickle cell anemia 
E)  Chronic renal disease

Question 7

Chemical and microscopic changes that invalidate a urine specimen occur if the urine is kept at room temperature for more than ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  2 minutes 
B)  5 minutes 
C)  20 minutes 
D)  30 minutes 
E)  1 hour 
A)  2 minutes 
B)  5 minutes 
C)  20 minutes 
D)  30 minutes 
E)  1 hour

Question 8

Abnormally high levels of glucose in the urine may indicate ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  a urinary infection 
B)  phenylketonuria 
C)  diabetes mellitus 
D)  bleeding 
E)  hypertension 
A)  a urinary infection 
B)  phenylketonuria 
C)  diabetes mellitus 
D)  bleeding 
E)  hypertension

Question 9

Wendy has provided a random urine sample and has returned to the examination room. You notice that the sample is a blue-green color. Which of the following questions would you ask Wendy to help rule out nonpathologic causes for the unusual color?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Are you a vegetarian?" 
B)  "How much coffee have you drunk in the last 2 hours?" 
C)  "Did you have asparagus for lunch?" 
D)  "Are you taking any prescription medications, such as Primaquine?" 
E)  "Are you taking an iron supplement?" 
A)  "Are you a vegetarian?" 
B)  "How much coffee have you drunk in the last 2 hours?" 
C)  "Did you have asparagus for lunch?" 
D)  "Are you taking any prescription medications, such as Primaquine?" 
E)  "Are you taking an iron supplement?"

Question 10

For an O&P test to determine if the patient has a protozoal or parasitic infection, both a fresh and a(n) ________ stool specimen are collected for examination.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For an O&P test to determine if...

Question 11

What amount of residual urine is considered abnormal?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 mL 
B)  25 mL 
C)  40 mL 
D)  50 mL 
E)  70 mL 
A)  10 mL 
B)  25 mL 
C)  40 mL 
D)  50 mL 
E)  70 mL

Question 12

The procedure of a inserting a sterile plastic tube in order to drain urine is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the urine specific gravity 
B)  the urinometer measurement 
C)  catheterization 
D)  a random urine specimen 
E)  a 24-hour urine specimen 
A)  the urine specific gravity 
B)  the urinometer measurement 
C)  catheterization 
D)  a random urine specimen 
E)  a 24-hour urine specimen

Question 13

A(n) ________ catheter is inserted after plastic repair of the ureter and must remain in place for at least a week after surgery.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ catheter is inserted after plastic...

Question 14

Which type of catheter is used for drainage through a wound that leads to the bladder?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cystostomy 
B)  Straight 
C)  Indwelling 
D)  Retention 
E)  Splinting 
A)  Cystostomy 
B)  Straight 
C)  Indwelling 
D)  Retention 
E)  Splinting

Question 15

Which urine specimen contains the greatest concentration of substances?

Accepted Answer

A)  First morning urine specimen 
B)  Random urine specimen 
C)  Timed urine specimen 
D)  Clean-catch midstream urine specimen 
E)  24-hour urine specimen 
A)  First morning urine specimen 
B)  Random urine specimen 
C)  Timed urine specimen 
D)  Clean-catch midstream urine specimen 
E)  24-hour urine specimen

Exam 47: Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Samples

A sterile plastic tube inserted to provide urinary drainage is called a urinary ________.

Which of the following is part of the medical assistant's responsibility in collecting and testing urine and stool samples?

Naturally produced solids of definite form that are commonly seen in urine specimens and usually do not indicate a significant disorder are ________.

A(n) ________ urine specimen is used to complete a quantitative and qualitative analysis of one or more substances, such as sodium, chloride, and calcium, and is collected over a full day.

Catheterization is performed for which of the following reasons?

Which of the following conditions is suspected when a reagent urine strip for human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) shows positive?

Chemical and microscopic changes that invalidate a urine specimen occur if the urine is kept at room temperature for more than ____.

Abnormally high levels of glucose in the urine may indicate ____.

Wendy has provided a random urine sample and has returned to the examination room. You notice that the sample is a blue-green color. Which of the following questions would you ask Wendy to help rule out nonpathologic causes for the unusual color?

For an O&P test to determine if the patient has a protozoal or parasitic infection, both a fresh and a(n) ________ stool specimen are collected for examination.

What amount of residual urine is considered abnormal?

The procedure of a inserting a sterile plastic tube in order to drain urine is ____.

A(n) ________ catheter is inserted after plastic repair of the ureter and must remain in place for at least a week after surgery.

Which type of catheter is used for drainage through a wound that leads to the bladder?

Which urine specimen contains the greatest concentration of substances?

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Infection Control Fundamentals

Safety and Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Communication

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Managing Medical Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Schedule Management

Insurance Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Collections and Financial Management

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive Systems

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Infection Control Practices

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Exam

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

Assisting in Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Microbiology and Disease

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Math and Dosage Calculations

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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