Question 1

Anaphylaxis is a serious systemic response to an allergic substance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Cell-mediated immunity

Accepted Answer

A)  causes destruction of pathogens at the site of infection. 
B)  results in the production of antibodies. 
C)  is stimulated by the presence of an antigen. 
D)  creates immunity to disease. 
A)  causes destruction of pathogens at the site of infection. 
B)  results in the production of antibodies. 
C)  is stimulated by the presence of an antigen. 
D)  creates immunity to disease.

Question 3

The medical term for hives is rhinitis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Rosa is responsible for training a new employee in medical aseptic hand washing. Which of the following should Rosa emphasize?

Accepted Answer

A)  Using hot, running water 
B)  Carefully washing around all rings 
C)  Using an adequate amount of soap and rubbing in a circular motion around all fingers 
D)  Carefully drying the hands with a sterile disposable drape 
A)  Using hot, running water 
B)  Carefully washing around all rings 
C)  Using an adequate amount of soap and rubbing in a circular motion around all fingers 
D)  Carefully drying the hands with a sterile disposable drape

Question 5

Hands do have to be sanitized even if the healthcare worker conscientiously uses gloves during all possible times of exposure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

As a medical assistant, it is important that you understand the inflammatory response. Describe the step-by-step process that occurs with an inflammatory reaction.

Accepted Answer

Cellular damage causes the release of in

Question 7

Most pathogenic microorganisms prefer a neutral pH for optimum growth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Fungal infections are also called __________ infections.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Fungal infections are also called __________ infections....

Question 9

The safest method to achieve adequate sanitization is to

Accepted Answer

A)  use an ultrasonic sanitizer bath. 
B)  wear disposable exam gloves during a procedure. 
C)  soak sharp and blunt instruments together. 
A)  use an ultrasonic sanitizer bath. 
B)  wear disposable exam gloves during a procedure. 
C)  soak sharp and blunt instruments together.

Question 10

A(n) __________ is an infection that is acquired in a healthcare setting and is often caused by failure to follow Standard Precautions in the facility.

Accepted Answer

nosocomial

Question 11

Which of the following terms defines the destruction of disease-causing organisms after they leave the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Asepsis 
B)  Medical asepsis 
C)  Surgical asepsis 
D)  Compromised asepsis 
A)  Asepsis 
B)  Medical asepsis 
C)  Surgical asepsis 
D)  Compromised asepsis

Question 12

The method that completely destroys microorganisms is

Accepted Answer

A)  disinfection. 
B)  sterilization. 
C)  sanitization. 
D)  boiling. 
E)  furnigation. 
A)  disinfection. 
B)  sterilization. 
C)  sanitization. 
D)  boiling. 
E)  furnigation.

Question 13

A(n) __________ agent is a medication that relieves a patient's symptoms but does not cure a disease.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) __________ agent is a medication that...

Question 14

An example of a vector is a tick that transmits disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A(n) __________ is an insect or tick that transmits the causative organisms of a disease.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) __________ is an insect or tick...

Question 16

An antiseptic is an agent that can be used on the skin to inhibit the growth of microorganisms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A palliative treatment is designed to cure a particular disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

__________ are surface bacteria introduced by contaminated objects or by exposure to microorganisms; they can be destroyed if managed properly.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ are surface bacteria introduced by contaminated...

Exam 20: Infection Control

Anaphylaxis is a serious systemic response to an allergic substance.

Cell-mediated immunity

The medical term for hives is rhinitis.

Rosa is responsible for training a new employee in medical aseptic hand washing. Which of the following should Rosa emphasize?

Hands do have to be sanitized even if the healthcare worker conscientiously uses gloves during all possible times of exposure.

As a medical assistant, it is important that you understand the inflammatory response. Describe the step-by-step process that occurs with an inflammatory reaction.

Most pathogenic microorganisms prefer a neutral pH for optimum growth.

Fungal infections are also called __________ infections.

The safest method to achieve adequate sanitization is to

A(n) __________ is an infection that is acquired in a healthcare setting and is often caused by failure to follow Standard Precautions in the facility.

Which of the following terms defines the destruction of disease-causing organisms after they leave the body?

The method that completely destroys microorganisms is

A(n) __________ agent is a medication that relieves a patient's symptoms but does not cure a disease.

An example of a vector is a tick that transmits disease.

A(n) __________ is an insect or tick that transmits the causative organisms of a disease.

An antiseptic is an agent that can be used on the skin to inhibit the growth of microorganisms.

A palliative treatment is designed to cure a particular disease.

__________ are surface bacteria introduced by contaminated objects or by exposure to microorganisms; they can be destroyed if managed properly.

Competency-Based Education and the Medical Assistant Student

The Medical Assistant and the Healthcare Team

Professional Behavior in the Workplace

Therapeutic Communications

Medicine and Law

Medicine and Ethics

Technology and Written Communication in the Medical Office

Telephone Techniques

Scheduling Appointments and Patient Processing

Daily Operations in the Ambulatory Care Setting

The Health Record

Basics of Diagnostic Coding

Basics of Procedural Coding

Basics of Health Insurance

Medical Billing and Reimbursement

Patient Accounts, Collections, and Practice Management

Banking Services and Procedures

Supervision and Human Resources Management

Medical Practice Marketing and Customer Service

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Vital Signs

Assisting With the Primary Physical Examination

Principles of Pharmacology

Pharmacology Math

Administering Medications

Safety and Emergency Practices

Assisting in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology

Assisting in Dermatology

Assisting in Gastroenterology

Assisting in Urology and Male Reproduction

Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Orthopedic Medicine

Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

Assisting in Endocrinology

Assisting in Pulmonary Medicine

Assisting in Cardiology

Assisting in Geriatrics

Principles of Electrocardiography

Assisting With Diagnostic Imaging

Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory

Assisting in the Analysis of Urine

Assisting in Blood Collection

Assisting in the Analysis of Blood

Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology

Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Surgical Asepsis and Assisting With Surgical Procedures

Career Development and Life Skills

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