Question 1

Which of the following is an accurate statement about a stethoscope?

Accepted Answer

A)  The diaphragm is the cone-shaped side of the stethoscope chestpiece. 
B)  The bell is best at amplifying low-pitched sounds, such as vascular and heart sounds. 
C)  The cone is the larger, flat side of the stethoscope chestpiece. 
D)  For best results, the earpieces should be loosely placed in the ears. 
E)  Earpieces should be angled down and to the rear for best fit. 
A)  The diaphragm is the cone-shaped side of the stethoscope chestpiece. 
B)  The bell is best at amplifying low-pitched sounds, such as vascular and heart sounds. 
C)  The cone is the larger, flat side of the stethoscope chestpiece. 
D)  For best results, the earpieces should be loosely placed in the ears. 
E)  Earpieces should be angled down and to the rear for best fit.

Question 2

Adult height should be measured to the nearest ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  sixteenth of an inch 
B)  eighth of an inch 
C)  quarter of an inch 
D)  half-inch 
E)  inch 
A)  sixteenth of an inch 
B)  eighth of an inch 
C)  quarter of an inch 
D)  half-inch 
E)  inch

Question 3

The absence of respirations is called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The absence of respirations is called ________....

Question 4

A(n) ________ consists of an inflatable cuff, a pressure bulb or automatic device for inflating the cuff, and a manometer to read the blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ consists of an inflatable cuff,...

Question 5

Which of the following is important when taking a rectal temperature?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rinse the thermometer under water before inserting it 
B)  Ask the patient to stand up and bend over 
C)  Insert the thermometer 2 inches into the rectum 
D)  Hold the thermometer in place while taking the temperature 
E)  Use a disposable thermometer 
A)  Rinse the thermometer under water before inserting it 
B)  Ask the patient to stand up and bend over 
C)  Insert the thermometer 2 inches into the rectum 
D)  Hold the thermometer in place while taking the temperature 
E)  Use a disposable thermometer

Question 6

A patient's blood pressure is checked standing and sitting. There is an increase in the pulse rate of more than 10 bpm, and the blood pressure drops more than 20 points, so this patient is considered to have orthostatic hypotension. This is sometimes documented as a positive ________ test.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A patient's blood pressure is checked standing...

Question 7

Which of the following is important when measuring an oral temperature?

Accepted Answer

A)  The patient must be able to breathe through the nose. 
B)  You should place the thermometer on top of the tongue and in the center. 
C)  The patient should hold the thermometer between the teeth. 
D)  You should wait 5 minutes after a patient eats or drinks before taking the temperature. 
E)  You should ask the patient to lie on the left side. 
A)  The patient must be able to breathe through the nose. 
B)  You should place the thermometer on top of the tongue and in the center. 
C)  The patient should hold the thermometer between the teeth. 
D)  You should wait 5 minutes after a patient eats or drinks before taking the temperature. 
E)  You should ask the patient to lie on the left side.

Question 8

In addition to obtaining the length and weight of an infant, you will also measure the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  abdominal girth 
B)  arm length 
C)  leg length 
D)  head circumference 
E)  body mass index 
A)  abdominal girth 
B)  arm length 
C)  leg length 
D)  head circumference 
E)  body mass index

Question 9

The normal adult oral temperature is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  98.6ºF-99.8 ºF 
B)  98.8ºF-100.1 ºF 
C)  97.8ºF-99.1ºF 
D)  96.6ºF-99.3 ºF 
E)  97.2ºF-100.0 ºF 
A)  98.6ºF-99.8 ºF 
B)  98.8ºF-100.1 ºF 
C)  97.8ºF-99.1ºF 
D)  96.6ºF-99.3 ºF 
E)  97.2ºF-100.0 ºF

Question 10

Convert 39.0ºC to Fahrenheit: ________ºF (round to the nearest tenth).

Accepted Answer

The answer of Convert 39.0ºC to Fahrenheit: ________ºF (round to...

Question 11

Which of the following is a characteristic of aneroid sphygmomanometers?

Accepted Answer

A)  They have a circular gauge for registering pressure. 
B)  They provide a digital readout of the blood pressure. 
C)  They are least likely to give an accurate reading. 
D)  They are very costly. 
E)  They are no longer being manufactured. 
A)  They have a circular gauge for registering pressure. 
B)  They provide a digital readout of the blood pressure. 
C)  They are least likely to give an accurate reading. 
D)  They are very costly. 
E)  They are no longer being manufactured.

Question 12

Electronic digital _______ are used frequently in medical offices and provide a fast and accurate digital readout of the patient's temperature.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Electronic digital _______ are used frequently in...

Question 13

Which of the following is not an internal factor that affects the blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cardiac output 
B)  Stress 
C)  Blood volume 
D)  Blood viscosity 
E)  Vasoconstriction 
A)  Cardiac output 
B)  Stress 
C)  Blood volume 
D)  Blood viscosity 
E)  Vasoconstriction

Question 14

Mrs. Reeves is a 57-year-old patient who was brought to the office because she has been having frequent dizzy spells. In addition to the routine vital signs, which of the following would you expect the physician to ask you to perform for this patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pupil reactivity 
B)  Elbow and knee reflexes 
C)  Postural vital signs 
D)  Capillary refill time 
E)  Gait tests 
A)  Pupil reactivity 
B)  Elbow and knee reflexes 
C)  Postural vital signs 
D)  Capillary refill time 
E)  Gait tests

Question 15

Where should you take an infant's pulse if you cannot feel the brachial artery?

Accepted Answer

A)  Over the apex of the heart 
B)  At the antecubital space 
C)  At the radial artery 
D)  Over the brachial artery 
E)  At the infant's heel 
A)  Over the apex of the heart 
B)  At the antecubital space 
C)  At the radial artery 
D)  Over the brachial artery 
E)  At the infant's heel

Question 16

The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is...

Question 17

Difficult or painful breathing is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  eupnea 
B)  tachypnea 
C)  hyperpnea 
D)  dyspnea 
E)  apnea 
A)  eupnea 
B)  tachypnea 
C)  hyperpnea 
D)  dyspnea 
E)  apnea

Question 18

The pulse of adults is generally measured at the ________ artery, where it can be felt in the groove on the thumb side of the inner wrist.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The pulse of adults is generally measured...

Question 19

The procedure called the ________ method provides an approximation of the systolic blood pressure to ensure an adequate level of cuff inflation when the actual measurement is made.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The procedure called the ________ method provides...

Question 20

The ________ thermometer is designed for use in the ear and measures infrared energy emitted from the eardrum.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ thermometer is designed for use...

Exam 37: Vital Signs and Measurements

Which of the following is an accurate statement about a stethoscope?

Adult height should be measured to the nearest ____.

The absence of respirations is called ________.

A(n) ________ consists of an inflatable cuff, a pressure bulb or automatic device for inflating the cuff, and a manometer to read the blood pressure.

Which of the following is important when taking a rectal temperature?

A patient's blood pressure is checked standing and sitting. There is an increase in the pulse rate of more than 10 bpm, and the blood pressure drops more than 20 points, so this patient is considered to have orthostatic hypotension. This is sometimes documented as a positive ________ test.

Which of the following is important when measuring an oral temperature?

In addition to obtaining the length and weight of an infant, you will also measure the ____.

The normal adult oral temperature is ____.

Convert 39.0ºC to Fahrenheit: ________ºF (round to the nearest tenth).

Which of the following is a characteristic of aneroid sphygmomanometers?

Electronic digital _______ are used frequently in medical offices and provide a fast and accurate digital readout of the patient's temperature.

Which of the following is not an internal factor that affects the blood pressure?

Mrs. Reeves is a 57-year-old patient who was brought to the office because she has been having frequent dizzy spells. In addition to the routine vital signs, which of the following would you expect the physician to ask you to perform for this patient?

Where should you take an infant's pulse if you cannot feel the brachial artery?

The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is ________.

Difficult or painful breathing is called ____.

The pulse of adults is generally measured at the ________ artery, where it can be felt in the groove on the thumb side of the inner wrist.

The procedure called the ________ method provides an approximation of the systolic blood pressure to ensure an adequate level of cuff inflation when the actual measurement is made.

The ________ thermometer is designed for use in the ear and measures infrared energy emitted from the eardrum.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Basic Safety and Infection Control

Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Documents

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Managing Medical Records

Schedule Management

Insurance and Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Billing and Collection

Financial Management Key

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 System

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Patient Interview and History

Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Dosage Calculation

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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