Question 1

Which of the following is an instrument used to examine the ear canal and the tympanic membrane?

Accepted Answer

A)  Otoscope 
B)  Exam light 
C)  Penlight 
D)  Anoscope 
E)  Ophthalmoscope 
A)  Otoscope 
B)  Exam light 
C)  Penlight 
D)  Anoscope 
E)  Ophthalmoscope

Question 2

The temperature of the laboratory refrigerators should be maintained between ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  10$\degree$F and 15$\degree$F 
B)  24$\degree$F and 28$\degree$F 
C)  36$\degree$F and 46$\degree$F 
D)  50$\degree$F and 56$\degree$F 
E)  60$\degree$F and 65$\degree$F 
A)  10$\degree$F and 15$\degree$F 
B)  24$\degree$F and 28$\degree$F 
C)  36$\degree$F and 46$\degree$F 
D)  50$\degree$F and 56$\degree$F 
E)  60$\degree$F and 65$\degree$F

Question 3

The complete destruction of all pathogenic, beneficial, and harmless microorganisms from the surface of instruments and equipment is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  surgical asepsis 
B)  sanitization 
C)  disinfection 
D)  purification 
E)  sterilization 
A)  surgical asepsis 
B)  sanitization 
C)  disinfection 
D)  purification 
E)  sterilization

Question 4

Which of the following methods should be used to clean the work surfaces in the examination room, including the examining table, sink, and countertop?

Accepted Answer

A)  Disinfection 
B)  Ultrasonic cleaning 
C)  Sanitization 
D)  Fumigation 
E)  Sterilization 
A)  Disinfection 
B)  Ultrasonic cleaning 
C)  Sanitization 
D)  Fumigation 
E)  Sterilization

Question 5

A lighted instrument that is used to examine the inner structures of the eye is a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  penlight 
B)  exam light 
C)  anoscope 
D)  otoscope 
E)  ophthalmoscope 
A)  penlight 
B)  exam light 
C)  anoscope 
D)  otoscope 
E)  ophthalmoscope

Question 6

Which of the following is used to clean blood pressure cuffs and reflex hammers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ultrasonic cleaning 
B)  Sterilization 
C)  Sanitization 
D)  Purification 
E)  Disinfection 
A)  Ultrasonic cleaning 
B)  Sterilization 
C)  Sanitization 
D)  Purification 
E)  Disinfection

Question 7

Who is responsible for preparing the examination room for patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  Medical assistant 
B)  Nurse 
C)  Housekeeper 
D)  Physician's assistant 
E)  Physician 
A)  Medical assistant 
B)  Nurse 
C)  Housekeeper 
D)  Physician's assistant 
E)  Physician

Question 8

A thick-walled reproductive body capable of resisting harsh conditions is called a bacterial ________ and has been known to survive disinfection with strong chemicals and boiling water.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A thick-walled reproductive body capable of resisting...

Question 9

A physician performs a(n) ________ examination to confirm a patient's health or diagnose a medical problem.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A physician performs a(n) ________ examination to...

Question 10

The act that requires businesses, services, and public transportation to provide "reasonable accommodations" for the disabled is ________.

Accepted Answer

ADAAmerica

Question 11

________ is used to clean items that touch only healthy, intact skin. For other equipment, this is the first step before disinfection and sterilization.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ is used to clean items that...

Question 12

After a minor surgical procedure, Karen is scrubbing the instruments to sanitize them before disinfection and sterilization. She notices that one of the hinged instruments does not close properly. What should Karen do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Wrap the instrument for sterilization 
B)  Set it aside and notify the physician or office manager 
C)  Place the instrument in the biohazardous waste container 
D)  Leave it in the detergent solution overnight and check it again tomorrow 
E)  Return the instrument to its tray for storage 
A)  Wrap the instrument for sterilization 
B)  Set it aside and notify the physician or office manager 
C)  Place the instrument in the biohazardous waste container 
D)  Leave it in the detergent solution overnight and check it again tomorrow 
E)  Return the instrument to its tray for storage

Question 13

What is the most appropriate way to monitor the temperature in a laboratory refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

A)  Place an ice cube tray in the refrigerator and see if the water freezes 
B)  Open the refrigerator frequently to check items for coldness 
C)  Place a thermometer in the refrigerator 
D)  Place a bottle of drinking water in the refrigerator and take a drink to determine coldness 
E)  Open the refrigerator door and wave a thermometer inside, then check the reading 
A)  Place an ice cube tray in the refrigerator and see if the water freezes 
B)  Open the refrigerator frequently to check items for coldness 
C)  Place a thermometer in the refrigerator 
D)  Place a bottle of drinking water in the refrigerator and take a drink to determine coldness 
E)  Open the refrigerator door and wave a thermometer inside, then check the reading

Question 14

After sanitization, some instruments and equipment require only ________ before being used again. For other items, this is merely the second step in infection control, performed before the process of sterilization.

Accepted Answer

The answer of After sanitization, some instruments and equipment require...

Question 15

The cover for the examining table should be made of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  paper 
B)  cotton 
C)  nylon 
D)  polyester 
E)  rayon 
A)  paper 
B)  cotton 
C)  nylon 
D)  polyester 
E)  rayon

Question 16

The customary size for an examination room is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  4 ft. by 6 ft 
B)  6 ft. by 8 ft 
C)  8 ft. by 10 ft 
D)  8 ft. by 12 ft 
E)  10 ft. by 16 ft 
A)  4 ft. by 6 ft 
B)  6 ft. by 8 ft 
C)  8 ft. by 10 ft 
D)  8 ft. by 12 ft 
E)  10 ft. by 16 ft

Question 17

Which of the following does the physician use to confirm a patient's health or diagnose a medical problem?

Accepted Answer

A)  A report from another physician 
B)  Documentation from the nurse 
C)  The general physical examination 
D)  The patient's medical record 
E)  The admission sheet the patient fills out 
A)  A report from another physician 
B)  Documentation from the nurse 
C)  The general physical examination 
D)  The patient's medical record 
E)  The admission sheet the patient fills out

Question 18

Which of the following has a hard-rubber triangular head and is used to check a patient's reflexes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tuning fork 
B)  Tape measure 
C)  Reflex hammer 
D)  Sphygmomanometer 
E)  Anoscope 
A)  Tuning fork 
B)  Tape measure 
C)  Reflex hammer 
D)  Sphygmomanometer 
E)  Anoscope

Question 19

The cleaning process used on instruments such as nasal specula and endotracheal tubes is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  ultrasonic cleaning. 
B)  sterilization. 
C)  sanitization. 
D)  fumigation. 
E)  disinfection. 
A)  ultrasonic cleaning. 
B)  sterilization. 
C)  sanitization. 
D)  fumigation. 
E)  disinfection.

Question 20

Which of the following is extremely corrosive and toxic to tissue and has strong killing power?

Accepted Answer

A)  Germicidal soap 
B)  Acid 
C)  Boiling water 
D)  Iodine 
E)  Alcohol 
A)  Germicidal soap 
B)  Acid 
C)  Boiling water 
D)  Iodine 
E)  Alcohol

Exam 9: Examination and Treatment Areas

Which of the following is an instrument used to examine the ear canal and the tympanic membrane?

The temperature of the laboratory refrigerators should be maintained between ____.

The complete destruction of all pathogenic, beneficial, and harmless microorganisms from the surface of instruments and equipment is ____.

Which of the following methods should be used to clean the work surfaces in the examination room, including the examining table, sink, and countertop?

A lighted instrument that is used to examine the inner structures of the eye is a(n) ____.

Which of the following is used to clean blood pressure cuffs and reflex hammers?

Who is responsible for preparing the examination room for patients?

A thick-walled reproductive body capable of resisting harsh conditions is called a bacterial ________ and has been known to survive disinfection with strong chemicals and boiling water.

A physician performs a(n) ________ examination to confirm a patient's health or diagnose a medical problem.

The act that requires businesses, services, and public transportation to provide "reasonable accommodations" for the disabled is ________.

________ is used to clean items that touch only healthy, intact skin. For other equipment, this is the first step before disinfection and sterilization.

After a minor surgical procedure, Karen is scrubbing the instruments to sanitize them before disinfection and sterilization. She notices that one of the hinged instruments does not close properly. What should Karen do?

What is the most appropriate way to monitor the temperature in a laboratory refrigerator?

After sanitization, some instruments and equipment require only ________ before being used again. For other items, this is merely the second step in infection control, performed before the process of sterilization.

The cover for the examining table should be made of ____.

The customary size for an examination room is ____.

Which of the following does the physician use to confirm a patient's health or diagnose a medical problem?

Which of the following has a hard-rubber triangular head and is used to check a patient's reflexes?

The cleaning process used on instruments such as nasal specula and endotracheal tubes is ____.

Which of the following is extremely corrosive and toxic to tissue and has strong killing power?

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

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

Vital Signs and Measurements

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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