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During galvanic electrical stimulation the patient a. can also receive hydrotherapy b. can also receive hot pack treatments c. must be attended at all times d. can be left unattended - CORRECT ANSWER-c Metastasis refers to: A. form of carcinoma B. benign tumor arising from the epithelium C. growth of cancer cells from one tissue to another D. form of sarcoma - CORRECT ANSWER-d A tumor that is non-progressive and not life threatening is considered: A. benign B. malignant C. adenine D. Sarcoma - CORRECT ANSWER-a Drugs used to prevent the clotting of blood are: A. analgesics B. none of the above C. anticoagulants D. Tranquilizers - CORRECT ANSWER-c Drug agents that neutralize the hydrochloric acid in the stomach are called: A. antacids B. tranquilizers C. alcohol D. Analgesics - CORRECT ANSWER-a An agent which affects blood pressure by increasing the flow of urine and thus reducing the volume of fluid in the body is called: A. emetic B. diuretic

C. antidiarrheal D. Antibiotic - CORRECT ANSWER-b An agent given to counteract a unwanted effect of a drug is a called a(n): A. antacid B. antidote C. remedy D. Antibiotic - CORRECT ANSWER-b A mild hypnotic drug that is relaxing but doesn't necessarily produce sleep is called: A. stimulant B. purgative C. sedative D. Narcotic - CORRECT ANSWER-c An agent which excites and promotes functional activity is called: A. sedative B. suppository C. stimulant D. side effect - CORRECT ANSWER-c Under the Controlled Substance Act how many schedules are there? A. 5 B. 2 C. 4 D. 1 - CORRECT ANSWER-a

1. IPPB (intermittent positive pressure breathing) is used in the treatment of: a. emphysema b. all of the choices c. COPD d. Pneumonia - CORRECT ANSWER-b
2. A governmental agency having the legal responsibility for enforcing proper drug manufacture and clinical use is called: a. The Department of Health b. National Drug Abuse Administration c. Food and Drug Administration d. National Formulary - CORRECT ANSWER-c

3. Intercostal refers to: a. on the cartilage b. between the ribs c. under the ribs d. under the cartilage - CORRECT ANSWER-b
4. A patient in the prone position is lying: a. on their back with legs flexed b. flat on their back with palms and face up c. face down d. on the left side with legs flexed - CORRECT ANSWER-c
5. A patient in the supine position is lying: a. flat on their back with palms and face up b. lying face down c. lying on the left side with the right leg flexed d. lying on the right side with left leg flexed - CORRECT ANSWER-a
6. In the anatomical position the patient is: a. lies on the left side with legs flexed b. lies face down c. stands erect with palms turned anterior d. lies flat on their back - CORRECT ANSWER-c
7. The lithotomy position is used when a patient is having: a. a sigmoidoscopic examination b. a chest x-ray c. difficulty breathing d. a vaginal exam - CORRECT ANSWER-d
8. The opposite of superficial is: a. distal b. deep c. efferent d. Proximal - CORRECT ANSWER-b
9. When preparing the patient for a vaginal examination you would position them in the ________ position. a. Lithotomy

b. Sims c. Fowler's d. Prone - CORRECT ANSWER-a

10. A subdivision of the brain that consists of the medulla pons and mid-brain located in between the spinal cord and the cerebrum is called the: a. cortex b. brainstem c. brainstorm d. Brainspan - CORRECT ANSWER-b
11. An inflamed condition of the tendon and tendon muscle: a. tendonitis b. torticollis c. epicondylitis d. Strain - CORRECT ANSWER-a
12. The most important muscle to aid in breathing is: a. diaphragm b. trapezius c. deltoid d. pectoralis major - CORRECT ANSWER-a
13. The muscles of the heart are called the: a. myocardium b. semilunar c. tricuspid d. Septum - CORRECT ANSWER-a
14. This bone forms the forehead and bony sockets which contain the eyes: a. frontal b. temporal c. mandible d. Parietal - CORRECT ANSWER-a

• Facial bones that compose the lower jaw are referred to as: a. vomer bones b. maxillary bones c. mandibular bones d. lacrimal bones - CORRECT ANSWER-c

• Facial bones that compose the massive upper jawbones are called: a. maxillary bones b. mandibular bones c. lacrimal bones d. vomer bones - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• The collar bone a slender bone one on each side of the body connecting the breastbone to each shoulder is called the: a. none of the above b. acromion c. scapula d. Clavicle - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• The small sac attached to the underside of the liver and stores bile is called the: a. appendix b. colon c. pancreas d. Gallbladder - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• Insulin is secreted directly into the bloodstream by what organ? a. colon b. pancreas c. liver d. Gallbladder - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• A substance produced by the stomach necessary for the digestion of food is called: a. glycogen b. glucose c. hydrochloric acid d. Insulin - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• The "master" gland of the human body is called the: a. adrenal gland b. exocrine gland c. thyroid gland d. pituitary gland - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• The act of giving birth is called:

a. puberty b. parturition c. menstruation d. Ovulation - CORRECT ANSWER-b

• The premature termination of pregnancy before the embryo or fetus is able to exist on its own is referred to as: a. aspiration b. pap test c. cesarian section d. Abortion - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• For the first 2 (two) months the unborn child is referred to as a/an: a. fetus b. ovum c. embryo d. Neonate - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• The approximate number of bones in the body is: a. 450 b. 100 c. 90 d. 206 - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• The longest bone in the body is the: a. fibula b. tibia c. femur d. Humerus - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• The most common place to take a pulse is at the: a. brachial artery b. popliteal artery c. carotid artery d. radial artery - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• A patient with a rapid pulse has: a. tachypnea b. bradycardia c. bradypnea

d. Tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER-d

• The best respiratory rate can be taken by: a. having someone else distract the patient while you check the respiration b. placing your hand on the patient's chest c. watching the patient's chest rise and fall while appearing to take the pulse d. telling the patient that you are taking their respiration - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• The first sound heard when taking the blood pressure is: a. capillary pressure b. venous pressure c. diastolic pressure d. systolic pressure - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• When applying a cast the plaster: a. is applied over a stockinette b. may be applied before the swelling has gone down c. may be applied over an open wound d. is applied directly over the skin - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A counting chamber utilized in manual microscopic methods is called a: a. hyamestometer b. centraometer c. hemacytometer d. Hemacounter - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• If a carotid pulse is taken it is taken in at the: a. neck b. back of the knee c. wrist d. temporal region - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• Hot packs are a form of physical therapy that provides: a. superficial heat b. moist heat and superficial heat c. moist heat d. deep heat - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• Palpation is done by:

a. looking at the area b. feeling a part with the hand c. listening with a stethoscope d. using a percussion hammer - CORRECT ANSWER-b

• Auscultation is done by using a(n): a. speculum b. percussion hammer c. otoscope d. stethoscope - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• Hemostatic forceps: a. is for tearing tissue for biopsy b. clamp off small vessels and bleeders c. is used to dilate the cervix d. close a lumen in order to allow for the insertion of instruments - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• Tissues are composed of: a. muscles b. flesh c. organs d. Cells - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• Pathology is the: a. process of disease b. remission of disease c. study of disease d. study of paths - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• High blood pressure is referred to as: a. hyperemia b. hypertension c. hypertrophy d. Hyperthermia - CORRECT ANSWER-b Incision into the chest wall is referred to as: a) thoracotomy b) thoracostomy c) thorax

d) thoracic - CORRECT ANSWER-a Bradycardia refers to: a) slow heart beat b) sinus rhythm c) fast heart beat d) enlarged heart - CORRECT ANSWER-a Neoplasm refers to: a) tissue of the kidney b) new growth c) absence of growth d) cancer of the kidney - CORRECT ANSWER-b Atriomegaly refers to: a) enlargement of the atrium of the heart b) underdeveloped atrium of the heart c) incision into the atrium of the heart d) injury to the atrium of the heart - CORRECT ANSWER-a When autoclaving surgical instruments the timing period begins: a) when the proper temperature has been reached b) when adequate pressure has built up c) When adequate pressure has built up When the proper temperature has been reach d) when the instruments are placed in the autoclave and the door is sealed - CORRECT ANSWER-c

6. An instrument to view inside the nose is a: a) rinoscope b) fluoroscopy c) rhinoscope d) Fluoroscope - CORRECT ANSWER-c A tray for a pelvic examination normally includes: a) lubricant vaginal speculum glove b) vaginal speculum glove hemostat forceps c) glove lubricant vaginal speculum tenaculum d) otoscope glove lubricant - CORRECT ANSWER-a
7. During an examination using the Snellen's eye chart the patient should: a) hold one eye closed by pressing one hand against it

b) keep both eyes open c) close one eye d) keep both eyes open but cover one of them - CORRECT ANSWER-d

9. Hemostats are a type of: a) applicator b) scope c) forceps d) Probe - CORRECT ANSWER-c
10. The smallest blood vessel is the: a) vena cava b) pulmonary vein c) venule d) Capillary - CORRECT ANSWER-d
11. Normal oral temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. The equivalent Celsius temperature is: a) 36.0C b) 37.5C c) 39.0C d) 37.0C - CORRECT ANSWER-d
12. When a small sample of tissue is taken from the body and sent to a clinical laboratory to be examined or studied it is called: a) operation b) examination c) none of the choices d) Biopsy - CORRECT ANSWER-d
13. The outer most cellular layer of skin is called: a) corium b) none of the choices c) epidermis d) Subcutaneous - CORRECT ANSWER-c
14. Tiny microscopic projections in the wall of the small intestine which absorbs nutrients into the blood stream are called: a) villus villi b) pylorus

c) rugae d) Uvula - CORRECT ANSWER-a

15. A goiter: a) controls levels of blood calcium is essential for life b) secretes steroids c) is the result of hypoparathyroidism d) is a visible swelling of the thyroid gland - CORRECT ANSWER-d
16. One complete heartbeat combining the contraction and relaxation phases is known as the: a) cardiac cycle b) ECG cycle c) rythmic cycle d) base line cycle - CORRECT ANSWER-a
17. In order to inflate the blood pressure cuff the valve is turned: a) counter-clock wise b) not turned c) none of the above d) Clockwise - CORRECT ANSWER-d
18. A.I.D.S. are the initials for: a) arthritic immune deficiency syndrome b) Active immune deficieny sickness c) none of the choices d) Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome - CORRECT ANSWER-d
19. Hepatitis is inflammation of the: a) thryoid b) kidney c) spleen d) Liver - CORRECT ANSWER-d
20. Liver enlargement is referred to as: a) hepatomegaly b) hyperliver c) hyperhepatic d) Hopomegaly - CORRECT ANSWER-a

21. The voice box is called the: a) larynx b) glottis c) trachea d) Pharynx - CORRECT ANSWER-a
22. The medical term for nosebleed is: a) hematemesis b) exudate c) hemoptysis d) Epistaxis - CORRECT ANSWER-d
23. The word part peri means: a) opposed to b) back c) around d) Pair - CORRECT ANSWER-c
24. What is the medical term for inflammation of the cerebellum?: a) encephalitis b) cerebellitis c) meningitis d) Duritis - CORRECT ANSWER-a
25. The word part itis means: a) condition b) inflammation c) soft d) Malignant - CORRECT ANSWER-b
26. The word part which means joint is: a) costo b) arthro c) carpo d) Jointo - CORRECT ANSWER-b
27. The word part meaning white is: a) cyto b) lyte

c) sarco d) Leuko - CORRECT ANSWER-d

28. The word part phago means to: a) feed b) examine c) eat d) Breathe - CORRECT ANSWER-c
29. The word part nephro means: a) kidney b) spleen c) glomerulus d) Liver - CORRECT ANSWER-a
30. The word part megalo means: a) above b) below c) large d) small - CORRECT ANSWER-c
31. The suffix which means plastic repair is: a) opexy b) ocentesis c) oplasty d) orrhaphy - CORRECT ANSWER-c
32. The suffix which means pain is: a) ectomy b) olgia c) algia d) Ilgia - CORRECT ANSWER-c
33. Occult means: a) mysterious b) easily found c) benign d) Hidden - CORRECT ANSWER-d
34. Osteo means:

a) joint b) bone c) knee d) Cartilage - CORRECT ANSWER-b

35. The abbreviation for immediately is: a) IMM b) IMT c) Rx d) STAT - CORRECT ANSWER-d
36. The abbreviation for every hour is: a) Q. H. b) E.H. c) E.er. d) E.hr. - CORRECT ANSWER-a
37. The abbreviation for every two hours is: a) E.E.2hr b) Q. T. H. c) Q. 2h d) E.hs.2 - CORRECT ANSWER-c
38. The abbreviation for four times a day is: a) q.4h b) q.i.d. c) d.i.g. d) q.d.d. - CORRECT ANSWER-b
39. The abbreviation for blood pressure is: a) BPR b) BLP c) BP d) BPP - CORRECT ANSWER-c
40. The abbreviation for three times a day is: a) t.m.d. b) t.i.d. c) t.t.d. d) t.m.m. - CORRECT ANSWER-b
41. The abbreviation for teaspoon is: a) tp

b) tsp c) tbs d) tpn - CORRECT ANSWER-b

42. Relapse refers to a: a) lessening of symptoms b) recurrence of symptoms c) recovery from disease d) remission - CORRECT ANSWER-b
43. The term self refers to: a) auto b) endo c) iatro d) ana - CORRECT ANSWER-a
44. Prognosis refers to: a) complete knowledge b) prediction of outcome c) after knowledge d) before woman - CORRECT ANSWER-b
45. The combining form for woman is: a) geno b) gyneco c) hetero d) gyino - CORRECT ANSWER-b
46. If a patient begins to feel faint during a venipuncture procedure you should: a) none of the choices b) go ask the doctor to come help the patient c) tell the patient to relax because it is very important you complete the procedure d) have the patient put their head between their knees and hold smelling salts under their nose - CORRECT ANSWER-d
47. If a patient who has complained of chest pain collapses in the office you should: a) check the patient's chart to see what medications they are taking b) immediately begin chest compressions c) call an ambulance d) be sure the patient is breathless and pulseless before administering CPR - CORRECT ANSWER-d

48. A patient is bleeding heavily from a wound on the forearm you should: a) elevate the arm b) clean the wound so the doctor can suture as soon as possible c) apply direct pressure d) apply a tourniquet - CORRECT ANSWER-c
49. A patient calls the office and states they have received a blunt injury to the eye. You should advise them to: a) apply heat b) come in as soon as possible to have the eye checked c) do nothing unless the eye is very swollen d) rub the eye to be sure there is nothing in it - CORRECT ANSWER-b
50. The first way to communicate courtesy to the telephone caller is to: a) answer promptly identify yourself and ask how you may help them b) put them on hold c) excuse yourself if you must put the person on hold d) none of the choices - CORRECT ANSWER-a
51. When one encounters a baffling term you should: a) consult a dictionary b) ask a co-worker c) try to pronounce it d) write it down several times - CORRECT ANSWER-a
52. The doctor's office is most concerned with: a) civil and international law b) civil and probate law c) civil and military law d) civil and criminal law - CORRECT ANSWER-d

• A prefix is the ______ of a word. a. beginning b. root c. meaning d. Ending - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A suffix is the _______ : a. meaning of a word b. ending of a word

c. beginning of a word d. root of a word - CORRECT ANSWER-b

• The most common combining form is: a. o b. a c. u d. e - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• Of the following which could not legally act as an agent for another patient? a. the parent of a child b. a minor for their youngest sister c. a guardian d. none of the choices - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• An insurance contract written for a company for its employees is called: a. free coverage b. group coverage c. individual coverage d. benefit coverage - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• A patient who is 68 years old is most likely covered by what type of insurance? a. HIC b. TRICARE c. Medicare d. Medicaid - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• Medicare pays: a. on assignment only b. 80 percent c. 100 percent d. 90 percent - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• To establish eligibility for the Medicaid patient you must check their: a. policy number b. current ID c. social security number d. all of the choices - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• Persons who are unable to pay for medical care or who have dependent children may apply for: a. TRICARE b. Medicare c. Medicaid d. Disability - CORRECT ANSWER-c

• Under what program may retired military or their dependents or active military personnel receive care? a. workers' compensation b. HIC c. TRICARE d. Medicare - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• What kind of insurance provides medical care for job related accident or illness? a. TRICARE b. Blue Cross Blue Shield c. workers' compensation d. Medicare - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• The purpose of aging the accounts receivables: a. is used to identify collection problems b. none of the choices c. trial balance d. to list payments and charges for a given day - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• How often is the physician's narcotic license renewed? a. Annually b. never needs to be renewed c. every 5 years d. every 3 years - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• United States health care system relies heavily on: a. Private Health Insurance b. Medicare c. Public Health Insurance d. Workers' Compensation - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• The pre-determined amount of money paid by the patient before an insurance company pays is: a. carrier b. coordination of benefits c. deductible d. Exclusion - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• The word indicating the date medical insurance coverage begins is: a. exclusionary b. carrier c. effective d. lapse - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• For a patient to be entitled to "paid in full" benefits under the Blue Cross Blue Shield program their physician must be:

a. a participating physician b. associated with multi-specialty clinics c. a specialist d. listed by the social security administration - CORRECT ANSWER-a

• Which of the following groups sponsor TRICARE formerly known as CHAMPUS? a. U.S. Military b. Blue Cross Blue Shield c. Accidental life d. Equitable life - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A patient's financial account is referred to as: a. income slip b. charge slip c. monthly statement d. Ledger or ledger card - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• A listing of specific services rendered and fees charged is a/an: a. itemized statement b. day sheet c. control sheet d. Invoice - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• What is the latest date an employer may give the W-2 form: a. January 31st b. none of the choices c. bi-weekly d. by April 15th - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• Incorrect information given that may injure the reputation of another is called: a. battery b. tort c. slander d. breach of contract - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• The patient is more cooperative if they: a. have adequate insurance coverage b. understand medical terminology c. they understand the procedure to be done d. bring along a relative - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• One way to prevent patient from forgetting future appointments is:
  1. Call them the day before their appointment
  2. D not to book more than two weeks in advance
  3. Use appointment cards

a. 2 and 3 b. all of the above c. 2 d. 1 and 3 - CORRECT ANSWER-b

• When a patient must cancel an appointment you should:

1. Reprimand the patien
2. Express regret
3. Immediately reschedule another appointment a. 1 b. 1 and 2 c. 2 d. 3 - CORRECT ANSWER-d

• If poor records are kept and a physician fails to report all of his income or deductions correctly to the IRS he is open to a charge of: a. suspicion b. fraud c. dishonesty d. Negligence - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• What should be avoided by a medical assistant?

1. Giving medical advice
2. Arguing with the patient
3. Discussing the patient's condition a. All of the above b. only 2 c. 1 and 3 d. only 3 - CORRECT ANSWER-a Of the following choose the word or words that are incorrectly spelled
4. Annorexia
5. Oititi
6. Legder
7. Metabolism a. 4 b. 1 & 4 c. 2 d. 1 & 2 & 3 - CORRECT ANSWER-d

• Of the following choose the word or words that are incorrectly spelled:

1. Keloid
2. Lisense
3. Doctrine

4. Euforia a. 1 & 4 b. 1 & 2 & 3 c. 2 & 4 d. 4 - CORRECT ANSWER-c

• The three main groups of carbohydrates are: a. glucose fructose and galactose b. fat protein and minerals c. monosaccharides disaccharides and polysaccarides d. none of the choices - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• Galactose is a product of the digestion of: a. milk b. meat c. vegetables d. Breads - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A simple sugar to which all forms of carbohydrates are ultimately converted is: a. galactose b. sucrose c. maltose d. Glucose - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• Fats are sometimes called: a. lipoproteins b. lacteals c. lactose d. Lipids - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• The digestion of fats occurs mainly in the: a. large intestine b. stomach c. small intestine d. Mouth - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• Good sources of vitamin C are: a. milk and milk products b. citrus fruits c. breads and cereals d. Meats - CORRECT ANSWER-b

• The vitamin that is necessary for the proper clotting of the blood is: a. Vitamin D b. Vitamin K c. niacin d. Vitamin A - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• An inflammation of the meninges of the brain and spinal cord due usually to a bacterial infection from the ears sinuses lungs or a brain abscess: a. herpes zoster b. encephalitis c. meningitis d. multiple sclerosis - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• Persons incapable of forming melanin are called: a. pale faced b. leukoderma c. albino d. Caucasian - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• A seizure disorder affecting 1 to 2 percent of the population and is associated with electrical impulses from the neurons of the brain is: a. epilepsy b. meningitis c. encephalitis d. bell's palsy - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A congenital defect consisting of the absence of a vertebral arch of the spinal column is called: a. tabes dorsalis b. spina bifida c. parasthesia d. Hydrocephalus - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• An inflammation of the skin usually causing itching and sometimes accompanied by scaling or blisters is called: a. eczema b. imetigo c. keratosis d. Pemphigus - CORRECT ANSWER-a

• Variation in the shape of the red cells would be indicated as: a. poikilocytosis b. poikotosis c. anisocytosis d. Anastosis - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A gradually developing cloudiness of the lens occurring most frequently in persons over 70 years of age is: a. amblyopia b. blepharitis c. cataracts d. pink eye - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• A condition of excessive intraocular pressure which results in atrophy of the optic nerve is: a. amblyopia b. strabismus c. glaucoma d. ordeolum - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• What is a chronic inflammatory disease that attacks joints and surrounding tissues and is an intermittent disease with periods of remission? a. dislocation b. bursitis c. dysplagia d. rheumatoid arthritis - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• A metabolic bone disorder affecting primarily postmenopausal women and is characterized by the loss of calcium and phosphate from the bone: a. scoliosis b. sprain c. kyphosis d. Osteoporosis - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• A mysterious condition which kills apparently healthy infants between the ages of 4 weeks and 7 months is known as: a. pneumonia b. apnea c. sudden infant death syndrome

d. tuberculosis - CORRECT ANSWER-c

• A condition indicating that certain elements are lacking in the blood: a. ischemia b. angina c. anemia d. all of the choices - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• A congenital anemia occurring primarily among blacks which an average of one in ten carry the abnormal gene is called: a. trisomy 21 b. sickle cell c. ischemia d. Angina - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• A condition characterized by frequent liquid stools: a. diarrhea b. none of the choices c. flatus d. Colitis - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A critical illness resulting in the sudden cessation of kidney function is known as: a. spastic colon b. polycystic kidney c. pyelonephritis d. renal failure - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• A chronic disease of insulin deficiency or resistance is: a. cushings syndrome b. diabetes mellitus c. insulin transfusion d. Cretinism - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• A fragile organism called gonococcus bacteria causes which of the following? a. crabs b. PMS c. gonorrhea d. genital herpes - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• Which of the following may precipitate individual attacks of asthma?

a. all of the choices b. volatile irritants from organic solvents c. exposure to mists and dusts in industrial plants d. inhalation of cold air - CORRECT ANSWER-a

• Which of the following are characteristics of infantile eczema? a. it is associated with red raised pruritic scaling areas on cheeks scalp and diaper area b. it usually appears in the first year of life c. it is associated with a great increase in sebaceous activity producing an excessively oily skin d. in all cases it resolves permanently by three years of age - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• Conducting away is referred to as: a. efference b. efferent c. none of the choices d. Afferent - CORRECT ANSWER-b
• A term meaning into a vein is: a. intravenous b. intervenous c. intervenious d. Intravenious - CORRECT ANSWER-a
• A medical assistant may give an injection: a. only if she/he knows exactly what the medication is b. if the patient asks her/him to c. only on the orders of the physician d. if told to do so by the office manager - CORRECT ANSWER-c
• In general the intensity of urine color reflects: a. the possible presence of microscopic structures b. the transparency c. the pH d. the concentration - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• The appropriate gauge needle to use when performing phlebotomy of veins in the forearm is: a. 25 gauge b. 18 gauge c. 15 gauge d. 20 or 21 gauge - CORRECT ANSWER-d
• When focusing the microscope one should begin with which objective?