Question 1

Another term for degenerative joint disease is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  kyphosis 
B)  osteoporosis 
C)  osteoarthritis 
D)  lordosis 
E)  lentigos 
A)  kyphosis 
B)  osteoporosis 
C)  osteoarthritis 
D)  lordosis 
E)  lentigos C

Question 2

Elderly patients are defined as patients who are over the age of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  55 
B)  60 
C)  62 
D)  65 
E)  70 
A)  55 
B)  60 
C)  62 
D)  65 
E)  70 D

Question 3

For which of the following conditions is hormone replacement therapy commonly used?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hypertension 
B)  Arthritis 
C)  Hyperlipidemia 
D)  Incontinence 
E)  Osteoporosis 
A)  Hypertension 
B)  Arthritis 
C)  Hyperlipidemia 
D)  Incontinence 
E)  Osteoporosis E

Question 4

The three basic categories of elder abuse are ________ elder abuse, institutional elder abuse, and self-neglect or self-abuse.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The three basic categories of elder abuse...

Question 5

Melanocytes gather in common locations causing brown spots known as _______ or "liver spots."

Accepted Answer

The answer of Melanocytes gather in common locations causing brown...

Question 6

Which of the following is the appropriate way to address elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mrs. Jones 
B)  Dorothy 
C)  Honey 
D)  Sweetie 
E)  Dottie 
A)  Mrs. Jones 
B)  Dorothy 
C)  Honey 
D)  Sweetie 
E)  Dottie

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true about nutrition in elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  People over the age of 30 should decrease their caloric intake by 10% to 15%. 
B)  Elderly patients do not require as much protein as younger patients. 
C)  Elderly patients should increase their intake of high-fiber foods. 
D)  Energy and metabolic requirements usually increase with age. 
E)  Elderly patients should restrict their fluid intake to avoid nocturia. 
A)  People over the age of 30 should decrease their caloric intake by 10% to 15%. 
B)  Elderly patients do not require as much protein as younger patients. 
C)  Elderly patients should increase their intake of high-fiber foods. 
D)  Energy and metabolic requirements usually increase with age. 
E)  Elderly patients should restrict their fluid intake to avoid nocturia.

Question 8

Mr. Turner has come to the medical office because he has been having pain in his lower abdomen. During the patient interview, which of the following questions would be most appropriate to find out more details about the pain Mr. Turner is having?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Is the pain there all the time?" 
B)  "Is the pain confined to the lower right quadrant, or does it radiate laterally?" 
C)  "Does the pain seem sharp or dull?" 
D)  "Does the pain occur mostly after you eat?" 
E)  "How would you describe the pain you are having?" 
A)  "Is the pain there all the time?" 
B)  "Is the pain confined to the lower right quadrant, or does it radiate laterally?" 
C)  "Does the pain seem sharp or dull?" 
D)  "Does the pain occur mostly after you eat?" 
E)  "How would you describe the pain you are having?"

Question 9

Which of the following is a sign of aging in the nervous system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased blood flow to the brain 
B)  Shortened attention span 
C)  Enlargement of the substantia nigra in the brain 
D)  Increase in acetylcholine 
E)  Improved thought processing 
A)  Increased blood flow to the brain 
B)  Shortened attention span 
C)  Enlargement of the substantia nigra in the brain 
D)  Increase in acetylcholine 
E)  Improved thought processing

Question 10

Which condition is caused by high cholesterol levels that can lead to the accumulation of fatty deposits along the inner walls of arteries?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hypertension 
B)  Atherosclerosis 
C)  Osteoporosis 
D)  Diabetes 
E)  Osteoarthritis 
A)  Hypertension 
B)  Atherosclerosis 
C)  Osteoporosis 
D)  Diabetes 
E)  Osteoarthritis

Question 11

Patient ________, or obedience in following the practitioner's orders, can help them remain healthier and get well faster.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Patient ________, or obedience in following the...

Question 12

A condition in which cholesterol and triglyceride levels are above normal is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  hypertension 
B)  hyperlipidemia 
C)  hypotension 
D)  coronary artery disease 
E)  osteoporosis 
A)  hypertension 
B)  hyperlipidemia 
C)  hypotension 
D)  coronary artery disease 
E)  osteoporosis

Question 13

Which of the following is not a common treatment for hypertension?

Accepted Answer

A)  Angioplasty 
B)  Medication to reduce blood pressure 
C)  Reducing fat and sodium in the diet 
D)  Losing weight 
E)  Increasing exercise 
A)  Angioplasty 
B)  Medication to reduce blood pressure 
C)  Reducing fat and sodium in the diet 
D)  Losing weight 
E)  Increasing exercise

Question 14

Mrs. Newford is a 74-year-old patient who lives in a retirement community, where she happily participates in activities with other residents. Her medications include a beta blocker, anti-inflammatories for arthritis, and a diuretic. She also says she takes over-the-counter antacids frequently for heartburn. When you ask how many times a day she takes the anti-inflammatories, she hesitates before answering, "Two, I think." Which of the following actions might you take to help Mrs. Newford?

Accepted Answer

A)  Talk to the doctor about simplifying her medication schedule 
B)  Instruct Mrs. Newford to take another dose of medication if she can't remember when she took the last one 
C)  Encourage Mrs. Newford to take her medications with meals 
D)  Provide medication instruction sheets for all of her medications 
E)  Recommend that Mrs. Newford move to a nursing facility 
A)  Talk to the doctor about simplifying her medication schedule 
B)  Instruct Mrs. Newford to take another dose of medication if she can't remember when she took the last one 
C)  Encourage Mrs. Newford to take her medications with meals 
D)  Provide medication instruction sheets for all of her medications 
E)  Recommend that Mrs. Newford move to a nursing facility

Question 15

Mr. Hartman is 89 years old and has been living alone in a small apartment downtown since his wife died two years ago. His son Richard brought him to the office for a checkup, saying that when he checked on his father yesterday, Mr. Hartman seemed confused and could not tell Richard when he had last eaten. Mr. Hartman is very thin, but he states that he eats "whenever I am hungry." Which of the following conditions might you suspect?

Accepted Answer

A)  Elder abuse 
B)  Polypharmacy 
C)  Depression 
D)  Pneumonia 
E)  Neglect 
A)  Elder abuse 
B)  Polypharmacy 
C)  Depression 
D)  Pneumonia 
E)  Neglect

Question 16

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which a person stops breathing for several seconds while sleeping, which can cause conditions such as __________, depression, and even memory loss.

Accepted Answer

A)  cardiovascular disease 
B)  hyperlipidemia 
C)  COPD 
D)  GERD 
E)  insomnia 
A)  cardiovascular disease 
B)  hyperlipidemia 
C)  COPD 
D)  GERD 
E)  insomnia

Question 17

The practice of taking multiple medications at the same time is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The practice of taking multiple medications at...

Question 18

Which of the following techniques is not likely to be effective when you are communicating with a geriatric patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Showing respect for the patient's age 
B)  Calling the patient by his first name 
C)  Using active listening skills 
D)  Being patient when the patient answers slowly 
E)  Looking directly at the patient 
A)  Showing respect for the patient's age 
B)  Calling the patient by his first name 
C)  Using active listening skills 
D)  Being patient when the patient answers slowly 
E)  Looking directly at the patient

Question 19

In an elderly patient, weakening of the supports of the uterus may cause the uterus to ________, or work its way down the vaginal canal.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In an elderly patient, weakening of the...

Question 20

Which of the following are symptoms of depression in the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A)  Excessive energy and motivation 
B)  Feelings of self-worth 
C)  Recurrent feelings of happiness and hope 
D)  Indecisiveness and difficulty in concentrating 
E)  Showing an interest in other people 
A)  Excessive energy and motivation 
B)  Feelings of self-worth 
C)  Recurrent feelings of happiness and hope 
D)  Indecisiveness and difficulty in concentrating 
E)  Showing an interest in other people

Exam 41: Assisting in Geriatrics

Another term for degenerative joint disease is ____.

Elderly patients are defined as patients who are over the age of ____.

For which of the following conditions is hormone replacement therapy commonly used?

The three basic categories of elder abuse are ________ elder abuse, institutional elder abuse, and self-neglect or self-abuse.

Melanocytes gather in common locations causing brown spots known as _______ or "liver spots."

Which of the following is the appropriate way to address elderly patients?

Which of the following statements is true about nutrition in elderly patients?

Mr. Turner has come to the medical office because he has been having pain in his lower abdomen. During the patient interview, which of the following questions would be most appropriate to find out more details about the pain Mr. Turner is having?

Which of the following is a sign of aging in the nervous system?

Which condition is caused by high cholesterol levels that can lead to the accumulation of fatty deposits along the inner walls of arteries?

Patient ________, or obedience in following the practitioner's orders, can help them remain healthier and get well faster.

A condition in which cholesterol and triglyceride levels are above normal is ____.

Which of the following is not a common treatment for hypertension?

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which a person stops breathing for several seconds while sleeping, which can cause conditions such as __________, depression, and even memory loss.

The practice of taking multiple medications at the same time is known as ________.

Which of the following techniques is not likely to be effective when you are communicating with a geriatric patient?

In an elderly patient, weakening of the supports of the uterus may cause the uterus to ________, or work its way down the vaginal canal.

Which of the following are symptoms of depression in the elderly?

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 Other Medical Specialties

Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

Assisting in Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Samples

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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