Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) Medical Assisting ADE Practice Exam

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• Which condition describes the heart being unable to pump its required amount of blood?
• Which term describes the trait of being dependable or reliable?
• Formation of urine is defined as which of the following?
• Which specialty exam is NOT listed as included?
• MA's role in minor surgeries include which statement?
• In insurance terminology, what do 'Benefits' refer to?
• Which route is defined by placing medication under the tongue to dissolve slowly?
• Re-absorption involves which of the following?
• What term describes a wound made by a sharp pointed object piercing the skin?
• Graves disease falls under which thyroid disorder category?
• Which condition is also known as a heart attack and involves nonreversible damage to the heart due to a lack of oxygen?
• In CHEDDAR, which component includes the medications and dosages?
• SpO2 stands for?
• Which blood vessels carry blood toward the heart?
• Which component is the layer on the outside of the kidney?
• Which term describes enlargement of the thyroid gland?
• Which term means free of all living microorganisms and bacterial spores?
• Myocardial infarction is described as the occlusion of one or more coronary arteries caused by plaque buildup (heart attack).
• Thrombophlebitis involves:
• Red inflamed skin lesions with silvery scales are characteristic of which condition?
• Which term corresponds to the definition 'technique used when only a small amount of blood is needed as a specimen for a blood test'?
• Which describes Normal Sinus Rhythm?
• Asthma is described as which of the following?
• When documenting calls, which elements should be recorded?
• Which term describes abnormal heart sounds?
• Which statewide alert code represents an adult medical emergency?
• Why should the urinary meatus be cleaned with disposable antiseptic wipes before collecting a urine specimen?
• Subcutaneous injections are delivered into which tissue layer?
• Which structure receives impulses from the bundle branches and distributes them through the heart muscle?
• Astigmatism is caused by defective curvature of which structures?
• Normal respiratory rate is:
• Traumatic grief describes ongoing difficulties after a death that interfere with daily life.
• Which of the following is NOT one of the Joint Commission's National Patient Safety Goals?
• Quality Control is best described as:
• Which term describes bacteria capable of producing a protective coating enabling survival in harsh environments?
• After administering a medication, what should be done before discharge?
• DEA guidelines for telephone prescription when the prescription has not arrived within a certain amount of time, what should be done?
• What is required when packing a wound?
• Myocarditis affects which part of the heart?
• When packing a wound, which step is performed first?
• Which term includes gloves, requisition form, alcohol wipes, lancet, gauze, microtainer collection tubes, capillary tubes, neonatal screen, sharps container?
• Which statement about cane sizing is correct?
• In the dosage formula, which statement is true about units?
• Where do you look for the correct use, dosage range, side effects, contraindications, and patient education?
• Which term means bedwetting?
• Which sequence correctly reflects gowning steps?
• Which condition is defined as lack of a bowel movement for more than 3 days?
• Which term describes the procedure when a doctor cuts into the body to repair or remove something?
• PHI is an acronym used in healthcare privacy. What does it stand for?
• What safety hazards should be checked before each patient and at the end of the day?
• What mechanism is used to check the precision and accuracy of a test system?
• The peripheral nervous system consists of peripheral nerves located throughout the rest of the body.
• How long should the centrifuge spin after blood collection?
• HIPAA is an acronym for what?
• Which condition is a contagious skin disease transmitted by the itch mite?
• Abstaining from food or fluids (except water) for a specified amount of time before collection is __________.
• Which elements are part of an evacuation plan?
• Within Past Medical History, which category would include past pregnancies and childbirth history?
• A localized collection of pus is called an?
• Which veins are most commonly used for venipuncture?
• Which term denotes the rest phase of the ECG cycle?
• Which profile is used to detect pathologic conditions affecting the liver?
• Domestic violence occurs when an individual purposely causes harm or threatens the risk of harm to any past or current partner or spouse.
• The interval required for the electrical impulse to cause atrial contraction and begin ventricular contraction is known as which segment?
• Which step is part of applying a sling and binder?
• SH stands for which history section in medical records?
• Cystitis is most commonly caused by which organism?
• What does EHR stand for in healthcare IT?
• Which nervous system is involved in the urinary system?
• Which term describes the presence of urinary waste products in the blood?
• How many milligrams are in 1 gram?
• In venipuncture collection, what is the purpose of the first 15-25 mL drawn?
• In CHEDDAR, which components are included?
• Where is V6 placement located?
• Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) is a healthcare organization that provides certain services to enrolled individuals in exchange for a prepaid fee. What does the acronym HMO stand for?
• How many milliliters are in 2 ounces?
• Which ECG pattern shows atrial contraction originating at the SA node?
• A superbill is best described as which of the following?
• Which term refers to the action that causes liquid to rise along a wick, tube, or gauze dressing?
• Which item must be included in medication orders to correctly identify the patient?
• Which anesthetic is listed for use in an excision tray setup?
• An immature cell from which connective tissue can develop.
• Which surgical instrument is designed with serrated tips, ring handles, ratchets, and box locks to firmly grasp curved needles for insertion?
• Hypertension is defined as abnormally high blood pressure.
• Which description is accurate about tube inversion after filling?
• What solution is used to monitor a test system to ensure reliability and accuracy of test results?
• Which term describes a collapsed lung?
• What is a noted benefit of using a cane?
• What is the graphic picture of the heart's electrical activity?
• Which term describes the conduction pathway that connects the AV node to the bundle branches?
• Which term describes an insulated device that carries the electrical impulses to the ECG and traces the electrical impulse of the heart in two directions simultaneously?
• What is the footwear step in gowning?
• Which term describes involuntary rapid eye movements?
• Which term means 'to make impure'?
• In the order of draw for blood specimen collection, which color tube is drawn first?
• What is the purpose of insurance verification?
• Stenosis is best defined as
• BMI calculation uses which measurements?
• Which detail is not typically documented for a call?
• To protect your back when turning with a load, which action is recommended?
• Urinalysis is used to evaluate urine for abnormalities such as?
• Endocarditis is inflammation of the inner lining of the heart.
• Which term describes professional nonverbal communication, including facial expressions, body language, eye contact, and touch?
• Which term refers to fluid that has passed through a filter?
• What is the prone position?
• Which program is Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Veterans Administration?
• Which gland is located in the brain and regulates other glands?
• Which sequence correctly describes applying a splint?
• Which condition involves inflammation of a bursa?
• Which disease is a chronic infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis affecting the lungs?
• What is a wandering baseline on an ECG?
• Which term describes the insertion of a sterile tube into the urinary bladder?
• Which item is NOT a component of Past Medical History (PMH)?
• How many times should you invert tubes after drawing blood?
• In an infant less than 1 year, which pulse should be checked?
• Which term describes the inner region of the kidney that contains the collecting ducts and loops of Henle?
• What term describes Authorization or approval for payment from a third-party payer requested in advance of a specific procedure?
• Which safety practices apply in the lab regarding personal appearance?
• For handling and disposal of contaminated items, which practice aligns with OSHA guidelines?
• Herpes zoster is best described by which term?
• Which company is described as a US-based manufacturer of various food and chemical products based in Oakland?
• Which term refers to the time interval between ventricular contraction and the beginning of ventricular relaxation?
• Medicare Part B covers a portion of allowed charges for outpatient services. What portion is typical?
• Which condition is defined as heart attack caused by blockage of the heart's blood vessels?
• Which term describes reduced urine production?
• Which is hardening of the bony tissue of the middle ear?
• Which technique is recommended for safe lifting?
• Approximately how many people in the United States suffer from migraines?
• In dosage calculation, what does D/H x Q = A represent?
• Ewing Sarcoma Family Tumors are best described as which?
• Which is NOT part of standard cast care?
• Which term describes the transfer of patient care from one physician to another?
• Which statement about walkers is true?
• Which term refers to the phase when the heart is in a ready state to contract?
• Medicaid is defined as?
• How long does an office hold medical records of an old patient?
• What is the endocrine system?
• When applying a sling, what should you assess to ensure proper circulation?
• Medulla is the inner layer of the kidney that allows drainage of urine from the cortex. Which part of the kidney is described as the medulla?
• Which condition involves abnormal lateral curvature of the spine?
• What is the basic annual cost of healthcare insurance called?
• What are a few examples of instruments that can be restocked in between patients?
• Which term refers to shingles?
• Which action is explicitly listed as a venipuncture don't?
• Which term corresponds to the major organ of the urinary system?
• Which item is among the eight rights of medication administration?
• Bowman’s capsule is the site of which process?
• Which infectious disease is marked by increased numbers of mononuclear leukocytes and enlarged cervical lymph nodes?
• Which nonverbal cues convey professionalism in a healthcare setting?
• How many times should spirometry and peak flow testing be performed to ensure accuracy?
• Which term describes a localized reaction with redness and swelling due to injury or infection?
• Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is produced by which gland?
• In medical records, which concept involves keeping records for a specified period?
• What is the term for a material used to confirm that a test system is performing consistently?
• Which term identifies the layer located on the outside of the kidney?
• Transmission-based precautions are CDC precautions used in patients known or suspected to be infected with pathogens that can be transmitted by which routes; used in addition to standard precautions?
• Coordination of Benefits refers to:
• How many ounces are in 1 pound?
• Which chest lead placement is at the 5th intercostal space along the midclavicular line?
• What is the term for a small sample used to represent a whole?
• Remittance Advice (RA) is a form that outlines the amount billed, the amount allowed, subscriber liability, and paid amount. This document is commonly known as which of the following?
• Which components are included in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
• What documentation is required when administering vaccines per CDC guidelines?
• FIFO stands for?
• Which condition features a ballooned or weakened arterial wall, most commonly located in the aorta or brain?
• ROS is an abbreviation used to document what in a patient record?
• Which term describes chronic destruction of liver cells?
• What is the primary purpose of applying a splint?
• Which term describes a needle with suturing material permanently attached to its end?
• Which trait is the foundation for trust in a professional's performance and reliability?
• Allergic rhinitis is defined as what?
• Which term refers to a thin closed sac that contains fatty secretions from a sebaceous gland?
• Spread plate technique applies the sample by:
• Which dysrhythmia is characterized by disorganized electrical activity causing the ventricles to quiver and is considered the most serious?
• Which condition is commonly known as the common cold (URI)?
• Which vein is commonly used for venipuncture?
• Which of the following is one of the Five C's of documentation?
• Which ECG pattern shows resting of the heart; repolarization?
• Which term describes inflammation of the skin follicles?
• Which term refers to a boil; a painful nodule formed in the skin by inflammation originating in a hair follicle?
• Which term describes the procedure to insert a sterile tube into the bladder for drainage?
• The Muscular System is described as:
• Retention in a medical office refers to which concept?
• Which term refers to a needle with suturing material permanently attached to its end?
• What is the graphic representation of the heart's electrical activity?
• What is a third party payer?
• Which type of note documents findings from another provider when requested by the attending physician?
• Which is NOT one of the four layers of the alimentary canal?
• Which elements are typically included in the medication history?
• Which statement is true about family history (FH) documentation?
• Which condition involves infection and swelling of skin tissues?
• Body planes are described as what?
• When preparing a patient for a physical examination, how many forms of identification should be requested?
• A piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body is called a?
• Cushing's disease is described as too much cortisone production. This leads to irritability.
• What angle is typical for subcutaneous injections?
• How many milliliters are in 2 teaspoons?
• Which storage guideline is correct for chemicals?
• In the antecubital winged method, where should the tourniquet be placed?
• What is rheumatoid arthritis?
• Burns are injuries to tissues caused by which of the following?
• Which term describes a premature atrial impulse causing an early heartbeat?
• What term describes the application of methods to ensure test results are reliable and valid?
• Serum is the straw-colored liquid that remains after blood clots. Which description best defines serum?
• Which of the following is NOT an accessory organ?
• Which of the following makes up the skeletal structure?
• What is the sensory system?
• Which condition is a slowly developing condition in which the heart weakens over time and cannot pump enough blood?
• Which term describes the visual examination of the vagina and cervix using a colposcope?
• Which term refers to a malignant tumor of the basal cell layer of the epidermis?
• What is essential regarding patient information?
• What term describes abbreviations recognized as acceptable in the medical environment?
• In forensic handling, which describes chain of custody?
• Which device is described as pressure-controlled with attachments for ear irrigation?
• Alzheimer's Disease is defined as progressive, degenerative disease that occurs in the brain.
• Which statement about the serosa layer is true?
• Post medication safety: after administration, what should patient do?
• What is the function of the sensory system?
• Supplies and equipment for a blood draw typically include which items?
• Which term describes electrical interference on an ECG that appears as small, uniform spikes?
• Which term describes the funnel-shaped collecting area that drains into the ureter?
• Which item is used to illuminate during a Pap tray procedure?
• Allergies are best described as?
• How many milliliters are in 1 teaspoon?
• What term describes a slow heart rate, less than 60 bpm?
• Comfort skills are best described as which of the following?
• Which is the buildup of ear wax blocking the ear canal?
• The 5 C's of documentation include which elements?
• What test indicates the exact amount of a chemical substance in the body?
• Which term describes a harmful, malignant growth on the skin?
• Which term describes frequent urination at night?
• Cluster headaches are more common in which gender?
• Spillages refer to what in information security terms?
• What is a Fee Schedule?
• What is the bevel?
• Which term describes a dressing that seals and maintains moisture over a wound?
• Which option best describes the main purpose of ICD codes?
• Which statement correctly describes the adult ear canal technique?
• What is the primary purpose of the pain scale in clinical assessment?
• Which description best defines a courier?
• Which term is the presence of blood in urine?
• Which statement best describes the nervous system?
• A lab test performed routinely is called ____________.
• Which term refers to a noninfectious inflammatory skin condition often presenting with itching and redness?
• Which term means the act of being on time; punctuality?
• How should TB specimens be transported?
• Acute renal failure is characterized by which feature?
• Mayo tray is described as
• How is a dependent defined in this context?
• Which term describes a major type of health plan that repays policyholders for the costs of illness and accidents?
• Which term describes a child exposed to multiple traumatic events and the long-term effects?
• Pericarditis is described as:
• Chief Complaint (CC) is defined as:
• Which term is defined as swelling caused by lymph fluid buildup?
• What term defines the ECG pattern between two waves?
• Which system comprises Skeletal Muscle, Smooth Muscle, and Cardiac Muscle?
• Which ECG feature indicates ventricular activation as the impulse travels through the ventricles?
• What wraps themselves around axons to insulate them?
• Which term describes the ability to perform tasks with attention to completeness, correctness, and detail?
• What describes implied consent?
• Which of the following is NOT a principle of asepsis?
• Which gland is responsible for producing cortisol, according to the endocrine structures listed?
• Which sequence describes proper wound care steps?
• Which term refers to hair loss?
• What is a potential consequence of not inverting tubes properly?
• Which items are included in the components of the History of Present Illness (HPI)?
• Which chest lead placement is at the 5th intercostal space along the midaxillary line?
• HPIP is an acronym used in medical documentation. What does it stand for?
• What term refers to determination of the amount paid by a third-party payer for a specific procedure before the procedure is conducted?
• Narrowing of the mitral valve is called
• Einthoven's Triangle refers to an imaginary formation of three limb leads in electrocardiography formed by which points?
• Remittance Advice is another name for which document?
• Which chest lead placement is at the 5th intercostal space between V4 and V6?
• Which position is described as lying face up?
• Which term describes a group of tumors that attack separate tissues?
• What term describes inflammation of the nasal sinuses?
• Which needle gauge is appropriate for blood draws?
• Which term refers to the tracing produced by an electrocardiograph?
• Which of the following is an example of a CLIA waived test?
• The heart is enclosed by a membrane called what?
• Needle length is measured in which unit?
• Which term describes the federal program that provides medical benefits for low-income individuals and families?
• Entropion is defined as which of the following?
• Which term describes a break in the continuity of an external or internal surface caused by physical means?
• What does CPR stand for?
• Which condition occurs when the layers of the retina separate?
• Which program provides Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Veterans Administration coverage?
• What does the term 'wave' refer to in ECG terminology?
• Which term is defined as abnormal heart rate, rhythm and conduction system?
• Which route is defined by placing the drug within the cheek or the oral cavity?
• Which term describes a fixed dollar amount that must be paid by the insured for charges of providers once a year in addition to the premium?
• When packing a wound, what is the final step before dressing is applied?
• Which term is the presence of blood in urine?
• Nephron is the functional unit of the kidney. Which organ contains the nephron?
• What is the term for the assessment of the patient’s body systems to determine diagnosis?
• Which profile is used to monitor liver function?
• Sex trafficking involves the giving or receiving of anything of value to any person in exchange for a sex act with someone under the age of 18.
• Myxedema is most accurately described as?
• __________ is a setup that includes all test components required to perform a lab test.
• Medicare Part A primarily covers which benefit?
• Which item is a component of an EOB?
• Angina is defined as episodes of severe chest pain due to inadequate blood flow to the myocardium.
• CPT codes are updated how often?
• Normal blood pressure range is:
• What is a 3 point check in medication administration?
• Which term describes suture material that is not absorbed by the body and may remain permanently or be removed?
• Which term best describes an array of lab tests used to identify disease state or evaluate an organ?
• Which statement about bile is true according to the material?
• Which term describes a set of regulations and ethical considerations that define the scope, or extent and limits, of a job?
• How many cups are in 3 pints?
• Which term describes the group that includes streak plate, pour plate, and spread plate methods?
• Which type of nerve carries information from the CNS to the PNS?
• What is the term for a substance that is being identified or measured in a lab test?
• An existing patient is considered a new patient after how many years of not visiting?
• What should be recorded for PRN or stat injections?
• Where is feces stored prior to elimination?
• In streak plate technique, which instrument is used to streak the sample?
• 1 tablespoon equals how many teaspoons?
• Goiter is defined as?
• Which term means pain in a kidney?
• HIPAA regulations are designed to protect what?
• Migraines are described as which of the following?
• __________ is when the body systems are functioning normally.
• What does the muscular layer do?
• Which term describes excessive urination?
• What are the branches of cardiac fibers that receive electrical impulses from the bundle of His?
• What is vulvovaginitis?
• In an adult, which pulse should be checked during CPR protocol?
• A discharge summary includes which of the following?
• Which action is described as disinfection practice in the material?
• Which term describes a malignant growth due to abnormal and uncontrolled cell division?
• What is the term for the device on the ECG that magnifies the heart's electrical impulses?
• The U wave has which known clinical indication?
• What does the letters A, B, and C stand for in fire extinguisher classifications?
• Which term describes the period after a surgical procedure?
• Needle gauge indicates what aspect of a needle?
• What is the effect of applying heat to muscles?
• In inversion, what is being mixed?
• When administering medications, which guidelines should be followed?
• Which route includes absorption from skin, eyes, ears, nose, lungs, rectum, and vagina?
• Domestic violence occurs when an individual purposely causes harm or threatens the risk of harm to any past or current partner or spouse.
• Which describes a Lock-Box System?
• In audiometry documentation, which ears are typically documented when reporting results?
• Which term describes a drug that increases urinary output?
• Medicare Part C is also called what?
• Which term describes inflammation of the hair follicles?
• In medical practice, when is written consent necessary?
• What is the visual examination of the vagina and cervix using a colposcope?
• To open an adult ear canal, you should?
• Pediatric retention is 7 years after which event?
• Which instrument is used to hold tissue aside to improve the exposure of operative areas?
• Which term refers to the ECG feature between two waves?
• Which term describes the heart in a ready state to contract but not yet contracting?
• Which organ system brings oxygen to body cells and removes waste gas?
• Which term describes rapid heart rate of 100-180 beats per minute?
• In the Resource-Based Relative Value Scale, the relative value units are used to determine:
• Ureters are which of the following?
• What is the correct sequence for using a fire extinguisher?
• What term describes using non-pathogenic spores on paper strips to monitor sterilization processes?
• Disinfection is defined as the process of destroying pathogens and kills 99.9% of germs.
• Which term denotes the indentation that serves as the entry point for vessels and the ureter into the kidney?
• Lordosis refers to which description?
• Which term describes the substance that is being identified or measured in a lab test?
• Where should the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) be located for easy access?
• Which statement correctly describes the child ear canal technique?
• What is triage?
• Intradermal injections are administered at which angle and produce what skin response?
• Which term describes pus in the urine?
• Which statement about red top tubes is true?
• How many pints are in 1 quart?
• Which plan covers healthcare services for family members of active military personnel as well as retirees?
• Dendrites are responsible for receiving information from other neurons.
• Which option best describes a progress note?
• Aldosterone is produced by which gland?
• Which note documents findings from another provider requested by the attending physician?
• Which term means cautious reserve in speech; ability to make responsible decisions?
• Which lung condition is a malignant tumor arising from the lungs and bronchi?
• Which term is a cutting instrument?
• In indexing filing, what is the standard order of name components?
• What is myocarditis?
• Where should the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) be located for easy access?
• What is the primary function of a clearinghouse in medical billing? (Alternate phrasing)
• How should wound culture be obtained?
• Which term describes coverage when a patient is enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid?
• Which term corresponds to the technique when only a small amount of blood is needed as a specimen for a blood test?
• Which statement best describes an EOB's content?
• A stroke is defined as brain cells dying due to inadequate blood flow. What is the medical term for this event?
• Which structure contains nephrons and is the outermost layer of the kidney?
• What term describes the condition defined as a resting blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg or higher?
• Mitral valve prolapse is defined as:
• Average daily urine output is approximately how many milliliters?
• Sanitization is defined as lowering microbial counts on eating utensils and is the lowest level of cleaning.
• Which skin cancer is more serious than basal cell carcinoma and presents as scaly red papules or nodules?
• Which liquid part of blood makes up about 55% of total blood volume?
• What is the functional unit of the kidney?
• ______________________________ is an array of lab tests used to identify a disease state or evaluate a particular organ.
• Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia is described as sudden onset and ending of atrial tachycardia at 150-250 bpm.
• Which glands are listed as endocrine structures?
• The Muscular System Function is:
• Which interval measures the time between atrial contraction and the beginning of ventricular contraction?
• Which statement best reflects the skeletal system's role in mineral storage and blood cell formation?
• How is telephone etiquette best described?
• Which condition presents as chest pain when the heart does not receive enough oxygen?
• Local Anesthetic is defined as
• Where does the upper end of each ureter flare into a funnel-shaped structure entering the kidney?
• The nervous system is a highly complex system of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body and helps maintain balance within organ systems.
• Which term describes the exercise electrocardiography used to determine if the heart is receiving enough blood during exercise?
• What best describes secondary insurance?
• Skeletal functions include which of the following?
• Which symptom is common to both acute and chronic renal failure?
• Which item would be used to deliver local anesthesia during an I&D procedure?
• Which term describes inflammation of the bronchi?
• In a lock-box system, who ultimately deposits payments into the business's account?
• Which structure is not part of the lymphatic system?
• Where should you tie the ends of the sling?
• Which term describes a medical procedure that is not required to sustain life but is requested for payment to a third-party payer?
• Which item is NOT listed as part of the suture removal tray?
• Which leads are the standard limb leads?
• What is the proper gown opening location?
• Which is a function of the respiratory system?
• Which route involves the administration of medication by placing it within the cheek or the cavity of the mouth?
• Which items are included in the steps to prepare a patient for an exam?
• Which term is involuntary urination?
• Which tubes contain no additives and do not require inversion?
• What are the two main forms of identification used to verify identity?
• Which of the following is a recommended venipuncture practice?
• PMS stands for which condition?
• Which term refers to compatibility, friendliness, agreeableness, and pleasantness?
• Which term describes the presence of urinary waste products in the blood?
• In which city is The Clorox Company based?
• Which term describes a posting entered as a debit (+) and includes such things as room and tax?
• During a chemical spill, which action is explicitly advised?
• Which condition is a malignant tumor of the bone?
• Cluster headaches are characterized by attacks that:
• Which term best describes truthfulness?
• In a SOAP note, which section documents the patient's reported symptoms and experiences?
• Which term means restore friendly relations between?
• What do cleaning agents do?
• Which term describes inflammation of the ear?
• Which condition is inflammation of the larynx?
• What term describes the removal of living tissue from the body for diagnostic examination?
• OSHA regulations for BBP exposure require which of the following?
• Which filing system arranges names in sequence from A to Z?
• Which circulatory disorder involves the accumulation of fatty deposits in the arteries, causing narrowing and reduced blood flow?
• Which term means the destruction of tissue by using extreme cold, often by using liquid nitrogen?
• What should be done with a frayed electrical cord?
• In medical documentation, what is the chief complaint?
• A patient experiences incapacitating fatigue after minimal activity, often with fever and headaches. Which condition is this?
• Treatment notes include which elements?
• Which condition is characterized by inflammation of the appendix?
• What does Prior Authorization mean in health insurance?
• Which term describes hardening of the middle ear bone tissue?
• Which term refers to the small band of atypical cardiac muscle fibers that receive electrical impulses from the AV node?
• Sexual abuse is any interaction between a child and an adult (or another child) in which the child is used for the sexual stimulation of the perpetrator or an observer.
• Which instrument is used to evaluate the ear before and after irrigation?
• How many cups are in 16 ounces?
• Which term describes benign uterine tumors made of muscle and fibrous tissue?
• How is the lateral recumbent position described?
• The U wave on an ECG is described as:
• What does a prescription label indicate?
• Re-absorption occurs in which parts of the nephron?
• What does HIPAA stand for?
• Astigmatism refers to which condition?
• What device on the ECG magnifies the heart's electrical impulses so they can be recorded?
• Osteoporosis is best described as which of the following?
• What is the most commonly ordered diagnostic procedure in venipuncture contexts?
• Which term denotes a malignant tumor of the breast?
• Which sequence describes the correct path of digestion from entry to exit?
• The contagious skin disease caused by the itch mite is known as?
• Epilepsy and seizures are characterized by bursts of electrical signals that disrupt normal brain functioning.
• Capillaries are the smallest type of blood vessel and have walls about how thick?
• What do body directions describe?
• Which type of coverage covers employment-related accidents and diseases at 100% with no out-of-pocket expense by the patient?
• Which term describes a posting entered as a debit and includes room and tax?
• Which condition involves a blood clot blocking or partially blocking a vein, potentially leading to an embolus?
• Which term describes abnormal heart sounds heard during auscultation?
• In the hand winged blood collection method, which gauge needle is used?
• Which term is defined as honesty and decency?
• Uterine fibroids are best described as?
• Which statement best describes the instillation route for medications?
• Which statement about the ureters is true?
• Which term describes 'a superficial puncture of the skin with a sharp point into a capillary for blood'?
• Sterile tray requirements include which of the following?
• Which item is listed as required equipment for the centrifuge procedure?
• Which condition is inflammation of the innermost lining of the heart, including the heart valves?
• Which term means gaseous waste expelled through the rectum?
• Bell's Palsy causes facial muscles to be very weak or totally paralyzed.
• Which term describes varicose veins in the rectum?
• Handling and disposing of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines is guided by which concept?
• Growth charts are used to evaluate what?
• Which route refers to administering medications to areas such as skin, eyes, ears, nose, lungs, rectum, or vagina?
• Filtration is the process of which nephron function?
• Which treatment uses shock waves to break up kidney stones?
• Which term describes bacteria capable of producing a protective coating that allows them to withstand very harsh environments, and shed the coating when conditions become more favorable?
• Which term describes the act of urinating?
• Which segment represents the time necessary for an electrical impulse to cause atrial contraction and begin ventricular contraction?
• Which term is used for the device that provides artificial electrical impulses to the heart muscle when needed?
• What is the recommended ear lavage water temperature?
• Which term refers to a broad flat metal tray placed on a stand and used to hold sterile instruments and supplies when it has been covered with a sterile towel?
• Renal calculi are also known as which condition?
• What does a radiology badge indicate?
• Which item is included in a Pap tray setup?
• Which condition is defined as swelling due to an abnormal accumulation of lymph fluid within tissues?
• Which term describes a fixed amount paid for each healthcare service?
• What are CPT codes?
• Which tube connects the bladder to the outside world?
• Trendelenburg position is characterized by which of the following?
• Which item is used to maintain draping for a minor Pap tray procedure?
• Which term describes the most common form of skin cancer arising from basal cells?
• Acromegaly is characterized by which of the following?
• The lymphatic system is best described as?
• Which disease is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, with the lungs usually involved, but any organ may be affected?
• How should the feet be placed for lifting?
• Which term is defined as age-related hearing loss?
• POMR stands for which term in medical records?
• Which condition describes the mitral valve falling into the left atrium during systole, preventing the valve from sealing properly?
• Which statement about episodic tension headaches is true?
• Which organ is located in the pelvic cavity?
• Which term describes authorization or approval for payment from a third-party payer requested in advance of a specific procedure?
• Which term refers to the ECG feature that represents the space between heartbeats?
• Which disease is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and typically involves the lungs?
• Post-operative care responsibilities of the MA include which of the following?
• Semi-Fowler's position is described as which of the following?
• Why is proper saving, deleting, and documenting email practices important?
• When are non-sterile dressings typically applied?
• Which item is not listed as PPE?
• Uterine cancer involves cancerous growth on what?
• Remittance Advice includes a record of the billed amount, allowed amount, subscriber liability, amount paid, and notations of any service not covered. Which of the following best describes this document?
• Which term means to urinate?
• Which term refers to a federal program of health insurance for persons 65 years of age and older?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an opening duty for clinical tasks?
• Which technique involves feeling with the hands to assess body structures?
• Where is V4 placement located?
• Which practice is recommended when answering the phone?
• CPT codes are five-digit numeric codes used to describe which of the following?
• Which vein is acceptable for venipuncture?
• Which term describes a fixed percentage of covered charges after the deductible is met?
• Secretion occurs in which structure of the nephron according to the provided material?
• What does the submucosa layer do?
• Which item is used to cover and protect an injured part of the body?
• Informed consent is an ethical principle requiring what?
• Which chart is NOT a standard visual acuity chart?
• Kyphosis is best described as which spinal condition?
• After establishing a physician-patient relationship, what must be obtained?
• Which filing method uses a last-name, first-name, middle name/initial order for indexing?
• Coronary artery disease is described as disease of the arteries surrounding the heart.
• Nonabsorbable suture is characterized by
• Which profile is designed to screen prenatal patients for disease or potential problems?
• Which term refers to any inflammation of the ear (ear infection)?
• Which option best describes a function of the skeletal system?
• COPD is a combination of which two conditions?
• Assignment of Benefits describes:
• What is the 'allowed charge' in medical billing?
• What is the first step in measuring a baby?
• Which disease is caused by sensitivity to gluten?
• The atrioventricular node (AV) is described as a knot of specialized cells located in which part of the heart?
• Dysrhthmia is an alternate term for what condition?
• Which disease is caused by papillomavirus?
• The innermost layer of the alimentary canal is which?
• How many ounces are in 1 cup?
• Which ratio is used for bodily fluid cleanup with water to bleach?
• The initial management of acute renal failure focuses on?
• How many bones are in the adult human body?
• Which term describes a documented list of everyone who has possessed an item of evidence?
• Which term describes the process of ensuring ECG results are comparable across machines?
• Which action is part of the steps to prepare a patient for an exam?
• SOMR stands for which term in medical records?
• An existing patient is considered a new patient after how many years without an appointment?
• What must be maintained when documenting calls?
• Which term describes abnormal heart rhythms, including atrial fibrillation as the most common type?
• Where is V3 placement located?
• Contamination of a urine specimen from skin or urethral opening can lead to which result?
• Which term describes a procedure in which tissue from deep within the body is obtained by inserting a biopsy needle through the skin?
• In medical documentation, what does SOAP stand for?
• When setting up a tray for a minor procedure, list the order of instrument use.
• Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia is characterized by which of the following?
• Which term describes the indentation in the kidney that serves as a passageway for the lymph vessels, nerves, renal artery and vein, and the ureter?
• Which term is the device that records the heart's activity on heat-sensitive graph paper?
• What posture should you maintain when lowering an object?
• Under CLIA, which category includes tests that are simple to perform and carry a low risk of erroneous results?
• Which term denotes inflammation of the appendix?
• Where should chemical containers not be stored?
• Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic disease of the central nervous system in which myelin is destroyed.
• During cast removal, which practice is recommended?
• Which injections are most commonly administered intradermally?
• Which condition is Irritable bowel syndrome?
• Where is the pacemaker of the heart located?
• Vulvovaginitis is inflammation of the vulva and vagina.
• Which term describes the systematic process of preparing the patient to leave a health care facility and maintaining continuity of care?
• Which term refers to pus in the urine?
• Neuralgias are a group of disorders commonly referred to as nerve pain; frequently occur in the nerves of the face.
• Which statement is a function of the integumentary system?
• Which organization is responsible for workplace safety standards in healthcare facilities?
• HIPAA individual right #1 is the right to receive information on the health care provider's what?
• Which statement about walkers is true?
• What does an evacuation plan describe regarding relocation?
• How many milligrams are in 1 grain?
• Which condition is defined by abnormally high blood pressure that persists over time?
• Fluid that accumulates in a wound; may contain serum, cellular debris, bacteria, and white blood cells.
• Which respiratory complication occurs in the newborn, especially premature infants?
• When should routine physical exams begin for females and how often are they recommended before age 40?
• Wandering baseline refers to which of the following?
• What is the stock ticker for The Clorox Company?
• Which term refers to the act of being on time; punctuality?
• How should equipment, materials, and chemicals be used and maintained?
• Infiltration is best described as
• Postoperative means
• Who applies the cast?
• Which extinguisher type is most common for general use?
• Pour plate technique involves which process?
• To tie off and close a structure, such as a severed blood vessel, is to ...
• What is capitation in health care payments?
• Which symbol indicates a toxic or poisonous chemical may be present?
• Which statement correctly defines chemical digestion?
• SVN stands for?
• Which description best defines dwarfism?
• Which term refers to the process of ensuring that an ECG taken on one machine will compare to a tracing taken on another machine?
• Which components comprise the integumentary structure?
• Which option best describes the set of elements that constitute medical terminology?
• The Ishihara test is used to assess what?
• What is an Explanation of Benefits (EOB)?
• Which instrument is described as a B/B scissors?
• Which term describes unwanted changes in an ECG tracing caused by movement or machine malfunction?
• The document known as Explanation of Payment (EOP) is also commonly referred to as which of the following?
• Which item is NOT considered a sensory structure?
• Prostate cancer is cancer of which gland?
• Which route uses a patch that continuously releases a controlled quantity of medication through the skin?
• What does the IV route involve?
• Which is a function of the reproductive system?
• Which term describes the concept of assigning relative value to services to determine Medicare payments?
• Which profile focuses on lipid components to assess risk for coronary artery disease?
• ALS is commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
• In the standard order of draw, which color tube is drawn second?
• Tinea corporis (fungal infection) is commonly called what?
• Graves disease involves which condition?
• Which data elements are typically recorded during intake?
• Which term describes abstaining from eating or drinking (except water) before a test?
• Which term describes the ventricular contraction that occurs after activation via the Purkinje network?
• In a numeric filing system, records are arranged in what order?
• Which term describes the action of performing a superficial puncture of the skin with a sharp point into a capillary for blood?
• Which of the following is an accessory organ of digestion?
• What is the role of the circulatory system?
• Which of the following is a type of bandage?
• Drop technique: Which step is correct to prevent contamination during the drop?
• Which route includes medications absorbed through the nasal passages, oral passage, or endotracheal or tracheotomy tubes?
• Standard Precautions refer to infection control practices used to prevent transmission via which routes?
• What is the purpose of a medication package insert?
• Which concept involves avoiding dual relationships, conflicts of interest, social media contacts, and emphasizes taking notes?
• Which statement about cast application is true?
• Which practice is NOT recommended for wound cleaning?
• CLIA-waived tests are defined as tests that provide simple, unvarying results and require a minimum amount of judgment and interpretation.
• Which condition is described as numerous small sacs of fluid in the breast surrounded by fibrous tissue?
• To open a child's ear canal, you should?
• The Tumbling E chart is used to assess which of the following?
• Which of the following defines ventricular tachycardia (V tach)?
• Chronic glomerulonephritis is often the result of what type of underlying problem?
• What profile is used to establish a baseline recording and screening of prenatal patients for disease or potential problems?
• Which term denotes a malignant tumor of the cervix?
• Which instrument is used to examine the vagina and cervix and is lighted?
• What term describes inflammation of the cervix?
• Nonabsorbable suture
• Which disease is an acute type of bacterial pneumonia?
• Which noninfectious, inflammatory skin disease is characterized by redness, blisters, scabs, and itching?
• CLIA-waived tests are defined as:
• Which term includes gloves, requisition form, alcohol wipes, lancet, gauze, microtainer collection tubes, capillary tubes, neonatal screen, sharps container?
• What is an important, non-physical step in preparing a patient for a procedure?
• Which are chest leads that measure in only one direction?
• How many cups are in 1 quart?
• Which routes are covered by transmission-based precautions in addition to standard precautions?
• What does discharge planning involve?
• Which document should be consulted for proper chemical storage temperature guidelines?
• Which statement best reflects the Notice of Privacy Practices regarding disclosures and authorization?
• Cancer is defined as?
• Which term corresponds to the time interval between the ventricular contraction and the beginning of ventricular relaxation?
• Myxedema results from?
• Chronic renal failure is described as which progression?
• In the antecubital winged method, what gauge needle is used?
• _______________________ is clinical analysis and study of materials, fluids or tissues obtained from patients to assist in diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• When packing a wound, which statement is correct?
• Which term is listed as a patient position in the material?
• What is screening calls?
• Bronchitis is defined as?
• Which of the following lists sensory structures?
• Laceration is defined as
• Augmented leads on an ECG are characterized by what?
• __________________ is a complex laboratory test that does not meet the CLIA criteria.
• Which program is designed to provide healthcare to veterans and their dependents outside the federal system?
• Which instrument is described as S/S Scissors?
• Which term describes the skin as a body system?
• What is the function of the endocrine system?
• Addison's disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of which hormones?
• Which of the following best describes telephone etiquette in a medical office?
• Normal pulse oximetry is generally considered greater than what percentage?
• Which term denotes professional boundaries including avoiding dual relationships and taking notes?
• Which term describes the ability to do something successfully or efficiently?
• Twisted, dilated veins usually seen in the legs, affecting women more often than men.
• What is the purpose of hemostasis?
• V2 placement is described as which location?
• Which sequence describes the correct order of events for collecting and processing tubes?
• Which of the following is least associated with Safety Data Sheets (SDS)?
• Paget's disease is associated with tinnitus, bone pain, enlargement of bone, and thick bones.
• Which route involves medications absorbed through nasal passages, the oral passage, or endotracheal/tracheotomy tubes?
• Excretion is defined as which of the following?
• Augmented leads are defined as leads that measure cardiac activity from one electrode on the body at a time and readings are larger.
• Disinfection is best described as:
• Which term refers to body tremor caused by voluntary or involuntary muscle movement?
• Which of the following describes the principal medical filing systems?
• Which term describes a cancerous growth composed of melanocytes?
• In minor surgeries, the medical assistant may assist with which postoperative task?
• What is the recommended method to smell a chemical safely?
• Which condition is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease of collagen affecting skin, joints, and internal organs?
• Which term describes the process to ensure accuracy and reliability in laboratory testing?
• Which condition is a malignant tumor of the bone?
• What ambulatory heart monitor records heart activity during a 24-48 hour period?
• Ventricular tachycardia (V tach) is defined as:
• Osteoarthritis is best described as which condition?
• Identify the term that describes the heart’s natural pacemaker.
• Universal Precautions state that all human blood and certain body fluids are treated as if infectious for HIV, HBV, and other pathogens.
• Which of the following is NOT a type of consent?
• In the eclipse collection method, which gauge needle is used?
• Which option is not a visual acuity chart?
• Which statement about renal columns is true?
• What is the Resource-Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS) primarily used for in Medicare?
• Which term refers to the action of closing or sealing a structure, such as a blood vessel, by placing a ligature?
• Which elements are considered important parts of written communication?
• What is the term for the range of normal values used to interpret laboratory tests?
• Which organization identifies National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs)?
• Which organization coordinates voluntary consensus standards in the United States?
• Which term is specifically the child version of an SVN mask?
• Which item is NOT listed as a bandage type?
• Which is the correct sequence for removing sutures?
• Narrowing of the aortic valve is known as
• Which term describes reduced production of urine?
• Thrombophlebitis is best described as:
• Impotence is defined as which of the following?
• After applying a sling, what should you recheck?
• Which statement best describes sanitization?
• Which term means being correct or precise?
• Which component is the straw-colored liquid that remains after clotting (serum)?
• How many cups are in 1 pint?
• Which is a correct practice for tubes with additives?
• Which layer is primarily involved in nutrient absorption and secretion?
• Which term describes buildup of ear wax blocking ear canal?
• Utilization Review is primarily used as a cost-control measure by managed care organizations to ensure what?
• Which term is the clear straw colored part of the blood after the solids are separated?
• Which term refers to materials used to approximate tissues with surgical stitches?
• Which finding indicates an enlarged liver?
• Universal precautions in phlebotomy require which approach?
• Murmurs are
• Which term describes the measurement of time between two points on an ECG, such as a PR interval?
• The cell body contains the nucleus and organelles.
• Which color tube is commonly associated with serum separator tubes (SST), such as Gold or Tiger Top?
• Where is V5 placement located?
• Which site is associated with the reabsorption of nutrients and water in the nephron?
• Which term describes the noninvasive test used to detect the heart's electrical activity?
• What is the function of bile?
• Parkinson's disease primarily affects which aspect of nervous system function?
• Physical abuse occurs when a parent or caregiver commits an act that results in physical injury to a child or adolescent.
• Which statement best defines cervicitis?
• What does the Birthday Rule determine?
• Needle biopsy involves
• What does the mucosa layer do?
• What effect does applying cold have?
• Which structure is contained in Bowman's capsule?
• Guillain-Barre Syndrome features immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system.
• Which condition is inflammation of the pericardium, the group of membranes surrounding the heart?
• What is sterile dressing?
• In the emergency protocol, what is the first step to determine consciousness?
• What is the opening that allows urine to exit the body?
• Which structure receives electrical impulses from the bundle of His?
• Which policy outlines the steps to faxing individually identifiable health information and usually limits what information may be faxed?
• Which statement accurately reflects the three-point check process in medication administration?
• Which term describes the billed first when you receive healthcare?
• In allergy documentation, which information is recorded?
• Which structure is part of the female reproductive system and is the site of fertilization?
• Which term means absence of urine?
• Which is a sign of suspicious behavior indicating possible abuse?
• ICD codes are the international standard diagnostic classification used for what purpose?
• Where is the heart located in relation to Einthoven's triangle?
• What is the purpose of a pressure bandage?
• In a standard Snellen chart test, how far is the patient typically from the chart?
• Vital signs include which of the following?
• Which item is a component of Past Medical History (PMH)?
• A fracture refers to which of the following?
• Which statement correctly describes the renal columns?
• Which type of neuron acts as interpreters between the afferent and efferent nerves?
• Which condition presents with increased mononuclear leukocytes and enlarged neck lymph nodes?
• Crutch height that is improper can cause pain in which areas?
• Which chronic skin condition produces red lesions with silvery scales?
• Which wrap is the recommended technique for an ACE bandage?
• Invasion of the body by a pathogenic organism is called?
• What describes the parenteral route of medication administration?
• What does CLIA stand for?
• Which action is associated with the global icon in the patient database?
• Infestation with lice is known scientifically as which of the following?
• What is the primary role of endocrine glands?
• What is pericarditis?
• Brain tumors and cancers: a brain tumor with cancer cells is termed malignant.
• The Notice of Privacy Practices describes which of the following?
• The Muscular System Structure includes which tissues?
• When do you disinfect a patient room?
• Immediately after removing the needle during a draw, what should be done?
• Which route is usually through buccal tissue or rectum?
• Diabetes insipidus is caused by which of the following?
• What is the correct order of putting on PPE?
• Which symbol is used on containers that may hold infectious materials?
• Which tube type is the exception to the inversion requirement because it contains no additives?
• What is the correct order for doffing PPE?
• What is the noninvasive procedure used to detect the heart's electrical activity?
• A lab test that has been determined by CLIA to be simple to perform and with a low risk for errors is called what?
• What is the supine position?
• Medicare Part A is financed through:
• What profile is used as a general health screen and provides information on kidneys, liver, acid base balance, glucose level and blood protein?
• What is a primary use of practice management software?
• Which term describes professional written communication, including font, size, format, vocabulary, and spelling?
• Which statement best summarizes essential components of effective written communication?
• Which collection method uses a tourniquet on the wrist?
• Which statewide alert code corresponds to a bomb threat?
• What is an injury to the tissues under the skin that causes blood vessels to rupture (bruise)?
• Under telephone prescription rules, which statement accurately describes Schedule II drugs?
• Which term describes professional verbal communication characterized by being friendly, attentive, and encouraging patients to ask questions?
• Which term describes a federal program that provides medical benefits for low-income persons?
• Denial is refusing to believe or perceive painful realities.
• Which term denotes the instrument used to record the heart's electrical activity?
• Medicare Part D provides what type of coverage?
• A fracture is defined as which of the following?
• When measuring a baby, from which landmarks do you measure?
• Which government program provides health benefits to the dependents of veterans?
• Which of the following is not listed as an endocrine structure in the material?
• Paget's disease is described by tinnitus, bone pain, enlargement of bone, and thick bones. Which term matches this description?
• Which chart is used to test color vision?
• Which disease is a malignant tumor arising from the lungs and bronchi?
• Which word means 'to make impure'?
• Which is a benign tumor arising from the acoustic vestibulocochlear nerve in the brain?
• Surgical asepsis is best described as what?
• Which nursing action is performed to provide modesty, comfort and warmth to the patient?
• Destruction of tissue by using extreme cold, often by using liquid nitrogen.
• What is the purpose of gently inverting most collection tubes after filling?
• Which screening tool is used to assess for abuse in patients?
• Ear lavage is primarily performed to remove what from the ear canal?
• OSHA stands for which of the following?
• Which condition is inflammation of the muscular layer of the heart?
• Which program provides workers' compensation coverage?
• When do you disinfect equipment?
• COPD is described as which of the following?
• Which of the following is an organ of the alimentary canal?
• Which term describes premature ventricular contractions?
• What does the radiation symbol warn about?
• SBAR stands for which four components?
• Which government health program is designed for active-duty military personnel and their dependents?
• Which term describes practices that render and keep objects and areas free from microorganisms?
• Which guideline is correct for professional letter formatting?
• Which tubes require inversion after filling?
• Which term is the mark made on the ECG paper that indicates the ECG is standardized?
• What term describes the rest phase of the ECG cycle?
• Stenosis is defined as:
• Which instrument has a blunt lower end used to remove dressings?
• Which document provides official labeling and usage instructions for a product?
• Which elements should be included in injection documentation?
• Which term best describes a wound produced by a sharp pointed object piercing the skin?
• Which is age related hearing loss?
• Which statement best describes CLIA?
• After removing sutures, what should you do with the dressing?
• Which questions are commonly asked during a blood draw?
• What describes the discharge of electrical energy that causes contraction in heart muscle?
• Which chest lead placement is at the 5th intercostal space along the midclavicular line?
• Which term describes practices that render and keep objects and areas free from microorganisms?
• Which term describes abnormal heart rate, rhythm and conduction system?
• When removing a cast, which practice is recommended?
• Fibrocystic breast disease involves what description?
• How many pounds are in 1 kilogram?
• Which device delivers electrical impulses to the heart when the SA node is unable to?
• Which term describes the outer region of the kidney that participates in urine formation?
• Where should the tourniquet be placed for a hand vein draw?
• Which condition is a ballooned or weakened arterial wall that commonly occurs in the aorta or arteries in the brain, legs, intestines, or spleen?
• What is the pancreas responsible for?
• What is the maximum typical volume for a deltoid intramuscular injection?
• Progress notes are used to document what?
• Which vein on the dorsum of the arm is acceptable for venipuncture?
• Ringworm is another name for which fungal skin infection?
• A clinical diagnosis is ?
• What device is a machine that records the electrical activity of the heart?
• In a SOAP note, which section outlines the plan for treatment and follow-up?
• What is the purpose of safety signs, symbols and colored markings?
• Which needle length is typically used for intramuscular injections with larger medication volumes?
• Which term refers to the heated device that records the heart's activity on heat-sensitive graph paper?
• Which type of consent involves a written explanation of diagnostic findings, prescribed treatment, and reasonable expectations about treatment results?
• Epididymitis is inflammation of which structure?
• Medicare is defined as?
• Which are lymphatic structures?
• What is a problem list in a patient health record?
• How often are ICD codes updated?
• Filtration occurs due to which mechanism?
• Which term describes inflammation of hair follicles, commonly presenting as pimples around the hair root?
• Which structure is part of the female reproductive system?
• Bursitis is defined as which condition?
• Which statement about processing blood specimens is true?
• Which description matches Irritable bowel syndrome?
• Which layer is the middle and thickest layer of the heart wall?
• Which statement about a radiology badge is accurate?
• Which valve prevents blood from flowing back into the right atrium when the right ventricle contracts?
• What does VIS stand for?
• Early childhood trauma refers to traumatic experiences that occur to children aged 0-6.
• The skin's organ system is the?
• Which condition is commonly described as the 'silent killer' due to few early symptoms?
• Which term describes the ability to do something successfully or efficiently?
• Which symbol identifies a container for potentially infectious materials?
• Which item is not considered personal protective equipment (PPE) according to the material?
• Which charting method is centered on a problem list?
• Which disease is described as chronic destruction of liver cells?
• Accept Assignment means which of the following?
• Which condition is described as hyperinflation of air sacs with destruction of alveolar walls?
• Which term means painful urination?
• How many pints are in 4 quarts?
• Which cancer is a malignant tumor of the cervix?
• Which term describes damage to the nerve that controls the bladder?
• After saturating gauze with ordered solution in wound packing, which step comes next?
• Which condition is inflammation of the skin?
• Which step is essential when obtaining a venipuncture sample?
• What is the typical range of needle length used for subcutaneous injections?
• Inadequate inversion can lead to which outcome?
• Which term describes the payer that is billed first when you seek healthcare?
• Preoperative means
• AAMI refers to which organization?
• Mitten technique: After forming a mitten around the hand that holds the item, where is the item placed?
• Which measurements are used to calculate BMI?
• Normal weight BMI range is:
• What is a colostomy?
• Which of the following are considered sensory structures?
• Which type of nerve detects information and transmits it to the CNS?
• Which statement describes proper hand hygiene as the best means of prevention?
• Which term describes a break in the continuity of an external or internal surface caused by physical means?
• Meningitis is inflammation of the meninges.
• V leads are synonymous with which category of ECG leads?
• Which document records the sequence of medical events from admission through discharge?
• What is the primary function of word processing software?
• What term means one heartbeat, or one contraction-relaxation cycle of the heart?
• Which term is the recording of the entire ECG cycle?
• Which condition is the sudden, unexpected death of an apparently healthy infant?
• What is the universal language of medicine?
• I&D stands for?
• Which term describes materials used to approximate tissues with surgical stitches?
• Which skin cancer arises from melanocytes and can spread to other parts of the body?
• Which digestive juice is responsible for breaking down fats according to the material?
• Which system protects and supports body organs and provides a framework the muscles use to support movement?
• Which term describes poor blood supply to body tissue causing a lack of oxygen to that tissue?
• Which route involves administration of drugs by way of the mouth?
• Which eyelid condition is defined as inward turning of the rim of the eyelid?
• Which organ system includes the testes, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and penis?
• What is the primary function of a clearinghouse in medical billing?
• Which term describes emptying of urine from the urinary bladder?
• Utilization Review (UR) is defined as:
• How many times should most tubes be gently inverted after filling?
• ______________________ is a test that indicates whether or not a substance is present in the specimen being tested.
• Which term is the presence of glucose in urine?
• Which condition is described as brittle bone disease?
• Atelectasis is defined as?
• Complex trauma is described as exposure to multiple traumatic events—often of an invasive, interpersonal nature—and the wide-ranging, long-term effects of this exposure.
• Which term describes a degenerative brain disease that occurs gradually?
• V1 placement is described as which location?
• Which term refers to a major health plan that reimburses the costs of illness and accidents?
• How frequently are CPT codes updated?
• Unipolar leads are another name for which category of ECG leads?
• Which statement correctly describes urine specimen processing?
• Which term best matches the description: incapacitating exhaustion following only minimal exertion, with fever, headaches, muscle and joint pain, depression, and anxiety?
• Which statement lists the components of medical terminology?
• Which profile is used for detection of conditions affecting the thyroid gland?
• Which route is described by a patch that releases medication through the skin?
• Which term stands for Exclusive Provider Organization?
• Which technique is used to obtain isolated colonies by spreading across a surface using a loop?
• Testicular cancer most commonly occurs in men within which age range?
• Chronic tension headaches are characterized by which pattern?
• Which items can be used as additional identification?
• Ear lavage is defined as?
• What is the purpose of documenting the mechanism of injury in the History of Present Illness (HPI)?
• Which condition is inflammation of the innermost lining of the heart, including the heart valves?
• Which chart is commonly used to evaluate near vision?
• Serum is the straw-colored part of the blood. Which option best describes serum?
• Which statement accurately describes the limb placement for Einthoven's triangle?
• Which condition is inflammation of the muscular layer of the heart?
• Which is a fixed dollar amount that must be paid by the insured for charges of providers once a year in addition to the premium?
• Which ECG pattern shows impulse moving through ventricles and reaching the Purkinje fibers, depicting contraction of both ventricles?
• Which component of an evacuation plan involves practice exercises to test readiness?
• The process of bringing wound edges together using sutures is known as?
• Which term means the recording of the ECG cycle?
• Which layer secretes serous fluid to keep the outside moist and prevent sticking?
• What are devices made of a conductive material to pick up the electrical activity of the heart; sensors?
• Renal pyramids are triangular shaped structures in the medulla of the kidney. Which option correctly identifies these structures?
• V1 and V2 placements are at the 4th intercostal space relative to the sternum, located where?
• What document provides product information on proper storage and use?
• Which body-sound assessment technique uses listening with a stethoscope?
• Which term refers to a malignant tumor of the ovary?
• Safeguarding in a healthcare setting refers to which concept?
• Which cancerous growth is composed of melanocytes?
• V leads are associated with which type of ECG leads?
• Pediatric retention specifies keeping records for 7 years after the age of maturity. Which term best describes this policy?
• Which statement is accurate regarding inversion for red top tubes?
• Endometriosis is defined as ...
• Which statement describes a lab requisition?
• Which term describes the ongoing difficulties after a death that interfere with daily life and recall of positive memories?
• Which stage of the grieving process is a time of calm and peace?
• Which term describes the body's chemical messengers that travel through the bloodstream to regulate distant organs?
• Draping the patient is performed for which purpose?
• Which instrument is used to cut sutures?
• Which technique involves mixing a diluted sample with melted agar and pouring into sterile Petri dishes?
• Which description best defines Trendelenburg position?
• The process of bringing two edges together through the use of sutures or other materials is called?
• Which symptom is commonly associated with kidney stones?
• Which practice best aligns with safe passing of scissors and clamps?
• Sterilization is defined as the process that completely destroys all microbial life, including spores.
• Which description matches an incision?
• Which vessels form when capillaries merge to form larger vessels?
• Which term describes the condition of an inability to urinate?
• When there is something abnormal during wound care you should always?
• Which disease is a bacterial skin infection characterized by isolated pustules that crust and rupture?
• Which statement about cast care on the first day is true?
• Which statement defines a dependent?
• Which statement is true about arteries?
• What is the definition of palpation?
• What is the first step in the proper hand washing sequence?
• In a child age 1-8 years, which pulse should be checked?
• When the physical and chemical characteristics of body substances are within acceptable range is called ___________
• What profile is used for determination of risk of coronary artery disease?
• In allergy documentation, what pieces of information are recorded in the standard entry Bees (anaphylaxis in 1993)?
• Which statement describes the circulatory system structure encompassing the heart and blood vessels?
• Which of the following is a component of the physical examination?
• What is a substance that produces a reaction with a patient specimen to allow detection or measurement of a substance?
• ANSI stands for which organization?
• NOT listed as a type of dressing?
• When applying a splint, which padding guideline is recommended?
• Which term is defined as honesty, decency?
• Which disease is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis; lungs usually are involved, but any organ in the body may be affected?
• Which term describes paying a fixed percentage of charges after the deductible is met?
• In typical billing, which statement describes secondary insurance?
• Which interval shows the time needed for the ventricles to contract and recover?
• Which term is the presence of glucose in urine?
• Which term is a drug that increases urinary output?
• Which item is a component of the History of Present Illness (HPI) but not part of Past Medical History (PMH)?
• A scrape of the skin due to something abrasive is known as?
• Acute glomerulonephritis primarily involves which part of the kidney?
• Which route is used to deliver medication by placing it under the tongue to dissolve slowly?
• What do you reverify before administering a medication?
• Safeguarding in a healthcare setting primarily focuses on which concept?
• Inversion should be performed in which manner to avoid damaging the sample?
• Which term describes a benign tumor from the vestibulocochlear nerve?
• Which statement best defines verbal consent?
• Which statement BEST describes the function of the reproductive system?
• What is the shape of Einthoven's triangle?
• Which statement best describes a laboratory requisition?
• Which disease is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease of skin, joints, and internal organs?
• Which statement best defines a third party payer?
• Which condition is defined as painful menstruation?
• Which term refers to a pediatric version of an SVN mask?
• What is the recommended duration for the hand washing step scrub during proper technique?
• HIPAA's primary purpose includes which of the following?
• Which question is commonly asked before performing a blood draw to tailor the procedure?
• Sex trafficking involves the giving or receiving of anything of value to any person in exchange for a sex act with someone under the age of 18.
• Suture material that is gradually digested and absorbed by the body is called?
• What term describes a patient who is covered by both Medicare and Medicaid?
• ___________occurs in the living body or organism
• Which practices promote safe handling of chemicals?
• Which condition involves inflammation of the sinuses?
• A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful, especially as a reaction to injury or infection, is called?
• How many milliliters are in 3 teaspoons?
• Ventricular fibrillation (V fib) is described as:
• Which statement correctly describes urine specimen storage?
• Murmurs are:
• What are leads in ECG monitoring?
• Which chest lead placement is at the 5th intercostal space along the midaxillary line?
• Which transport safety principle is stated for all venipuncture specimens?
• In the Tumbling E chart, the patient is asked to describe what aspect of the letter E?
• Which term refers to a localized infection with pus formation?
• Which condition is sudden and unexplained death of an apparently healthy infant?
• Fowler's position is defined as which of the following?
• In the donning sequence for PPE, which item is put on last?
• Which term describes inability to urinate?
• Which term describes a healthcare organization that provides services to enrolled individuals for a prepaid fee?
• Which statement best defines diabetes mellitus?
• What is the difference between a dressing and a bandage?
• What temperature water is recommended for ear irrigation?
• When should the inversion be performed?
• Which item is used to prep the skin before incision in an excision tray?
• Renal columns are best described as which of the following?
• Which layer is the outermost layer of the alimentary canal?
• Which term means truthfulness and integrity?
• What is mechanical digestion?
• Which part of a neuron sends information away from the cell body?
• Varicose Veins are:
• Which of the following is a commercial health insurance provider?
• Which term denotes inflammation of the stomach and intestines?
• Which term describes sorting mail in an uncluttered area, do not open personal mail without specific permission, sort by personal and work related, then by priority?
• Which term is the immature cell from which connective tissue can develop?
• EMR stands for what?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the alimentary canal?
• What does the National Patient Safety Goals aim to achieve?
• Which term means the absence of urine?
• The somatic nervous system governs the body's skeletal muscles.
• Which three terms comprise the principles of asepsis?
• Which term describes varicose veins in the rectum?
• What is the largest artery in the body?
• Baseline on an ECG is described as what?
• Which of the following is commonly used PPE in a laboratory setting?
• The primary functions of the lymphatic system include?
• Which statement accurately describes written informed consent for medical treatment?
• Which instrument is described as B/S Scissors?
• What is the rhythm strip in an ECG described as lead II recording that shows the heart's rhythm?
• What is the function of the serosa layer?
• Benign prostatic hypertrophy is best described as which of the following?
• Normal pulse range during a typical examination is:
• Ovarian cancer is defined as?
• A bacterial skin infection characterized by pustules that crust and rupture is called?
• If a heartbeat follows an established pattern starting from the SA node, this rhythm is called?
• Which of the following is NOT a vital sign?
• ABN stands for Advanced Beneficiary Notice. What is its purpose?
• Which term describes exercise electrocardiography that is done to determine if the heart is receiving enough blood during exercise?
• Which component is essential for professional verbal communication?
• Medical trauma refers to a set of psychological and physiological responses of children and their families to single or multiple medical events.
• The myelin sheath serves to insulate around some axons to speed impulses.
• Which term refers to amounts due from individuals and companies that are expected to be collected in cash?
• Which term describes enlargement of the liver?
• Which item would you NOT typically find in an excision tray setup?
• Boil; a painful nodule formed in the skin by inflammation originating in a hair follicle; caused by staphylococcal infection.
• What is the major organ of the urinary system, described as bean-shaped?
• Which tube connects the kidney to the urinary bladder?
• What is a cardiac stress test?
• Which condition is commonly known as cold sores?
• In the proper hand washing sequence, which step comes last?
• Which statement best describes Parkinson's disease?
• Which statement correctly describes a wet to dry dressing?
• Scoliosis is characterized by abnormal lateral curvature of the spine.
• In gowning instructions, which step concerns jewelry?
• Sciatica is primarily described as which of the following?
• In a hand winged blood collection, where is the tube placed after entering the vein?
• Which description matches a scalpel?
• Which valve prevents blood from flowing back into the left ventricle after contraction?
• Anuria is most closely associated with which condition?
• A stroke (cerebrovascular accident) primarily affects which organ?