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- 1. Multiple Choice
What are 4 vital signs that would be taken at a doctor visit?
heart rate
blood pressure
SpO2
respiratory rate
height
- 2. Multiple Choice
What blood pressure would be considered normal?
119/70
122/85
195/125
130/85
- 3. Multiple Choice
Does the mole on the right show signs of asymmetry?
No
Yes
- 4. Multiple Choice
Does the mole on the right show signs of an irregular border?
No
Yes
- 5. Multiple Choice
Does the mole on the right show signs of abnormal or irregular coloring?
No
Yes
- 6. Multiple Choice
Is the set of moles evolving and should a doctor do further testing?
No
Yes
- 7. Multiple Choice
Is the diameter of the mole on the left large enough to be concerned?
No
Yes
- 8. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of red blood cells (erythrocytes)?
act as the medium which all other parts of blood travel
carry oxygen
act as part of the immune system
assist in clotting
- 9. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of white blood cells (leukocytes)?
act as the medium which all other parts of blood travel
carry oxygen
act as part of the immune system
assist in clotting
- 10. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of plasma?
act as the medium which all other parts of blood travel
carry oxygen
act as part of the immune system
assist in clotting
- 11. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of platelets (thrombocytes)?
act as the medium which all other parts of blood travel
carry oxygen
act as part of the immune system
assist in clotting
- 12. Multiple Choice
What does a hematocrit tell us?
the number of red blood cells in our blood
your blood volume
the number of proteins in your blood
the proportion of red blood cells to the rest of your blood
- 13. Multiple Choice
What is the difference between low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL)?
LDL is responsible for transporting cholesterol, HDL is responsible for removing excess cholesterol
HDL is responsible for transporting cholesterol, LDL is responsible for removing excess cholesterol
- 14. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of heart valves?
prevent oxygen from getting into your heart
increase your heart rate
prevent backflow of blood
control the progression of lymph fluid
- 15. Multiple Choice
What does insulin do for our cells?
triggers cells to let glucose in
prevents cells from letting glucose in
breaks down glycogen so we can increase blood sugar
increases your respiratory rate
- 16. Multiple Choice
What part of the eye focuses light on the retina?
cornea
iris
pupil
lens
- 17. Multiple Choice
What is body mass index (BMI) used for?
It is a proportion that can be used, with the help of a medical professional, to determine if an individual is at a proper body weight
A proportion that gives a patient a definitive answer to whether or not they are over or underweight.
- 18. Multiple ChoiceDiabetes Type IJuvenile diabetesAdult onset diabetes
- 19. Multiple ChoiceDiabetes Type IIJuvenile diabetesAdult onset diabetes
- 20. Multiple ChoiceHormone that causes blood sugar to be loweredGlucagonGlycogenInsulinGlucose
- 21. Multiple ChoiceHormone that causes blood sugar to be raisedGlucagonGlycogenInsulinGlucose
- 22. Multiple ChoiceMonosaccharide that is found in bloodDisaccharideAmino AcidNucleotideGlucose
- 23. Multiple ChoiceGland that secretes hormones that regulate blood glucoseLiverAdrenalsPancreasThyroid
- 24. Multiple ChoiceProtein situated on the cell membrane that is sensitive to Insulin moleculesglucose transporterinsulin receptorinsulin channelglucose channel
- 25. Multiple ChoiceA steady or balanced state of the bodyHomeostasisHomeopathyNegative feedbackPostive feedback
- 26. Multiple Choice
This organ stores glycogen
PancreasLiverSmall IntestineSpleen - 27. Multiple ChoicePositive Feedback mechanismBody's control of glucose levelsBody's control of temperatureBody's control of childbirth processBody's control of pH levels
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhat happens in the liver when the bloodstream has lower than usual glucose levelsGlucose is converted to glycogenGlycogen is converted to glucoseThe liver keeps storing glycogen
- 29. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the first thing to take place during a doctor's office visit?
Draw blood for a lab test
Take any necessary imaging (X-ray, MRI, etc)
Listen to the patient's heart and lungs.
Build a medical history by asking the patient questions.
- 30. Multiple Choice
What factor(s) make an individual more susceptible to disease?
genetics (family history)
lifestyle (daily diet and exercise)
living environment (peaceful, stressful, dangerous, etc)
all of the above
- 31. Multiple Choice
Which of the following vital signs are measured by listening to a patient's heart?
respiration
oxygen saturation
heart rate
none of the above
- 32. Multiple Choice
What qualities make for an effective medical professional?
expertise through years of medical training
empathy
good questioning skills & listening skills
all of the above
- 33. Multiple Choice
What physiological items can be examined through a blood draw lab analysis?
Complete blood count
Visual acuity
Blood Pressure
BMI
- 34. Multiple Choice
Telehealth and virtual appointments are always the best choice for visiting with a medical professional.
True
False
- 35. Multiple Choice
Which of the following macromolecules is important for diabetic patients to limit in their daily diet?
carbohydrates
proteins
lipids
nucleic acids
- 36. Multiple Choice
Both type 1 and type 2 diabetics can suffer the same symptoms.
true
false
- 37. Multiple Choice
Which item is measured in a diabetic patient's blood on a daily basis?
glucose levels
red blood cell count
white blood cell count
insulin levels
- 38. Multiple Choice
What identifiable health information about a patient must be kept confidential?
the individual's name, address, date of birth, and social security number
the individual's past, present, or future physical or mental health conditions
the health care services provided to the individual
all of the above
- 39. Multiple Choice
As a doctor goes through the diagnostic process, they look at an individual's medical history, current symptoms, and the results of physical exams, routine testing, and bloodwork. They then develop a list of possible diseases or disorders based on this information. This list is called a ______.
permanent diagnosis
definite diagnosis
possible diagnosis
differential diagnosis
- 40. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not one of the vital signs regularly checked at the doctor's office?
temperature
oxygen saturation
blood pressure
sweaty palms
- 41. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is considered to be a standard vital sign test in a clinic?
blood glucose panel
lipid panel
oxygen saturation
angiogram
- 42. Multiple Choice
Tool used to only measure blood pressure
pulse oximeter
sphygmomanometer
stethoscope
ophthalmoscope
- 43. Multiple Choice
When interviewing a patient, you should
demonstrate empathy
sit across from them
introduce yourself
use correct medical terms
- 44. Multiple Choice
What instrument is used to measure blood pressure?
- 45. Multiple Choice
This is the percentage of oxygen in the blood as measured by the instrument above.
Blood pressure
Oxygen saturation
Respiratory rate
Body temperature
- 46. Multiple Choice
What tool with a light and a magnifying glass is used to observe the ears, nose, and throat?
stethoscope
otoscope
opthalmoscope
pulse oximeter
- 47. Multiple Choice
Which of the following results on a CBC could indicate anemia?
low platelet and white blood cell count
low RBC and hematocrit
low platelet and hematocrit
low WBC and RBC count
- 48. Multiple Choice
If a person's platelets are low, they are at risk for
infection
excess bleeding
low oxygen levels
excess clotting
- 49. Multiple Choice
A person with an infection might have an elevated level of
white blood cells
plasma
red blood cells
platelets
- 50. Multiple Choice
Which arrow is pointing to a red blood cell?
the purple arrow
the green arrow
neither arrow is pointing to a RBC
- 51. Multiple Choice
To be considered healthy, your HDL levels should be
zero
high
low
- 52. Multiple Choice
To be considered healthy, your LDL levels should be
zero
high
low
- 53. Multiple Choice
What is the function of insulin?
it regulates the amount of glucose in the blood
it regulates the amount of glucagon in the blood
it works with glucose to allow cells to make proteins
it works with glucose to regulate body temperature
- 54. Multiple Choice
Blood sugar regulation is an example of
negative feedback
positive feedback
neutral feedback
- 55. Multiple Choice
An individual with insulin resistance has
type 1 diabetes
type 2 diabetes
pre-diabetes
- 56. Multiple Choice
Which is NOT allowed due to HIPAA regulations?
Medical records released to insurance company to receive payment
A doctor reporting a gunshot wound to police
A clinic leaving a phone message about test results
Dental records released to identify a deceased individual
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