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- 1. Open EndedThe physician performs manipulation during the physical examination to gain information about the: A-Condtion of internal organs B-Irregulartities that can be felt just beneath the skin C-Range of motion of a joint D-Strength of the muscles
- 2. Open EndedWhich examination position is used for gynecologic examinations: A-Dorsal recumbent B-Knee-chest C-Lithotomy D-Trendelberg's
- 3. Open EndedWhen exam position i used in emergencies for patients with severe hypotension or who are in shock: A-Dorsal recumbent B-Knee-chest C-Lithotomy D-Trendelburgs
- 4. Open EndedWhich exam position is used for rectal or sigmoid exams: A-Dorsal recumbent B-Knee-chest C-Lithotomy D-Trendelbergs
- 5. Open EndedWhich exam position requires the MA to raise the head of the best to a 30-45 degree angle: A-Dorsal recumbent B-Fowler's C-Lithotomy D-Semi fowler's
- 6. Open EndedDorsal recumbent
- 7. Open EndedFowler's position
- 8. Open EndedLithotomy
- 9. Open EndedSemi fowler
- 10. Open EndedKnee-chest
- 11. Open EndedTrendelbergs
- 12. Open EndedThe patient asks the MA to position a patient on the exam table so that the patient can breathe more easily. What is the most appropriate position: A-Dorsal recumbent B-Jackknife C-Lithotomy D-Semi fowlers E-Trendelbergs
- 13. Open EndedJackknife position
- 14. Open EndedWhen lifting a heavy object, the MA should: A-Bend at the waist, keeping the back straight B-Pull the object in the direction needed C-Keep the weight as close as possible to the body D-Twist and reach for the object
- 15. Open EndedWhich of the following positions may be used when an anterior exam is to be done, but the patient has back pain: A-Lithotomy B-Semi fowlers C-Dorsal recumbent D-Horizontal recumbent
- 16. Open EndedWhich of the following positions is most appropriate for a patient having a breast exam: A-Dorsal recumbent B-Lithotomy C-Jackknife D-Semi fowlers E-Horizontal recumbent
- 17. Open EndedWhich of the following positions is achieved by lying prone with the head down, the knees bent and buttocks elevated: A-Dorsal recumbent B-Lithotomy C-Knee chest D-Sims E-Trendlebergs
- 18. Open EndedThe physician uses a ------ to examine the eyes. A-Laryngoscope B-Otoscope C-Flashligth D-Opthalmoscope
- 19. Open EndedAn instrument used to test auditory acuity is the : A-Opthamoscope B-Otoscope C-Tuning fork D-Snellen chart
- 20. Open EndedWhich position requires the patient so lie flat on his or her back: A-Supine B-Prone C-Sims D-Fowlers
- 21. Open EndedWhen preparing a patient for a physical exam, the MA is responsible for all of the following except: A-Providing the patient with a gown and instructions on how to wear it B-Making sure the patient has emptied their bladder C-Providing refill prescriptions as needed D-Measuring and recording vital signs
- 22. Open EndedThe physician might used a ----- to assess a patients ability to detect sound vibrations. A-Snellen Chart B-Tongue blade C-Tuning fork D-Reflex hammer
- 23. Open EndedSnellen Chart
- 24. Open EndedReflex hammer
- 25. Open EndedTuning fork
- 26. Open EndedWhich of the following exam positions can be used for a rectal exam: A-Trendelbergs B-Sims C-Supine D-Prone
- 27. Open EndedThe exam technique by which the practitioner listens to internal body signs: A-Percussion B-Manipulation C-Palpation D-Ausculation
- 28. Open EndedOne of the MA's responsibilities when preparing a room for a patients physical exam is to gather the instrument and supplies needed. which of the following in not needed for a routine physical exam: A-Specimen bottle B-Fecal occult blood test supplies C-Sterile gloves D-Lubricant gel
- 29. Open EndedA percussion hammer is used for which part of the physical exam: A-Neurologic B-Gastrointestinal C-Urinary D-Respiratory
- 30. Open EndedThe exam method used to assess he patients manner of walking is: A-Palpation B-Inspection C-Manipulation D-ROM
- 31. Open EndedWhich part of the following is the medical assistants responsibilities when preparing the patient for a physical exam: A-Make sure all informed consent forms have been signed B-Write prescriptions for patients in need for refills C-Check the patients eyes with and opthamoscope D-Perform a fecal occult blood test
- 32. Open EndedWhat type of breath odor may be observed in patient with diabetes: A-Acetone or fruity B-Musty C-Tangy or citrus D-Ammonia
- 33. Open EndedWhat is the quickest and easiest method for checking asking tugor: A-Draw blood for analysis B-Examine the patients eyes C-Examine the condition of the nails D-Pinch the skin on the posterior surface of the hand
- 34. Open EndedClubbing of there fingertips is associated with which of the following health problems: A-Skin conditions B-Heart or lung disease C-Congential deformity D-Inherited defect
- 35. Open EndedSclera
- 36. Open EndedIris
- 37. Open EndedWhat is the normal color of the tympanic membrane: A-Pink B-Slightly yellow C-Off white D-Pearly gray
- 38. Open EndedAn otorhinolaryngologist is a physician who specializes: A-Ear and throat B-Eye, ear, throat C-Eye, ear, and nose D-Ear, nose, throat
- 39. Open EndedHow does the physician typically begin the exam of the boy parts system: A-By assessing the body part causing the patients complaint B-By starting with the head and working methodically toward feet C-By osculating breath and heart sound D-By perfomring a breast exam on female patients
- 40. Open EndedWhich of the following is a patient confidentiality practice supported by HIPPA regulations: A-The initial patient info is gathered in the office waiting room B-The patients record is placed on the exam room door with the name facing out so it can be easily identified by the physician C-Diagnostic test for one patient are scheduled while another patient is standing by, waiting for discharge D-A sign in sheet is used that covers the names of patients who had signed in previously
- 41. Open EndedWhich of the following positions is used for exams of the front of the body, including the heart, breasts and abdominal organs: A-Fowlers B-Dorsal recumbent C-Supine D-Lithotomy
- 42. Open EndedWhich of the following positions is sometimes referred to as "lateral position"and used for rectal exams: A-Sims B-Lithotomy C-Prone D-Trendelbergs
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