Chapter 02
Healthcare and the Healthcare Team
Multiple Choice Questions
1. | The primary purpose of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) is ____.
A. | to offer national certification to medical assisting practitioners |
B. | to advance the field of pharmacy and the safety of patients |
C. | to maintain and improve the quality of medical care and to certify doctors in various specialties |
D. | to provide education and information resources to the entire field of internal medicine and its subspecialties |
E. | to oversee accreditation of hospitals and outpatient surgery centers |
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2. | Insurance companies refer to which group of physicians as primary care physicians?
A. | Cardiologists and orthopedists |
B. | Pathologists and psychiatrists |
C. | Family practitioners and internists |
D. | Gerontologists and endocrinologists |
E. | Podiatrists and gastroenterologists |
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3. | What type of physician specialist reads electrocardiograms (ECGs) for hospital laboratories?
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4. | The branch of medicine that works to maintain the function of the musculoskeletal system is called ____.
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5. | Which of the following is the nation's largest network of institutional healthcare providers?
A. | American Hospital Association |
B. | American Medical Association |
C. | American Pharmacists Association |
D. | American College of Physicians |
E. | American Association of Medical Assistants |
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6. | The world's largest publisher of scientific and medical information is the ____.
A. | American College of Physicians |
B. | American Medical Association |
C. | American Hospital Association |
D. | American Society of Clinical Pathologists |
E. | American Pharmacists Association |
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7. | Which type of physician specialist uses their eyes and hands to identify structural problems while supporting the body's natural tendency toward health and self-healing?
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8. | A physician who studies the changes a disease produces in the cells, fluids, tissues, and processes of the entire body is a(n) ____.
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9. | An example of a disorder treated by an endocrinologist is ____.
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10. | Which of the following allied health professionals takes X-ray films of patients to help physicians diagnose broken bones, tumors, and ulcers?
E. | Nuclear medicine technologist |
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11. | A physician specialist who cares for pregnant women is called a(n) ____.
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12. | The term "primary care physicians" refers to ____.
A. | physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the kidneys |
B. | a group of physicians who share all aspects of a patient's care |
C. | physicians who study the changes a disease produces in the body |
D. | physicians who oversee patients' long-term healthcare |
E. | physicians who specialize in emergency care |
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13. | Physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the internal organs are ____.
E. | otorhinolaryngologists |
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14. | A physician who diagnoses and treats physical reactions to substances such as mold, dust, fur, and pollen from plants or flowers is a(n) ____.
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15. | Subspecialties of internal medicine include all of the following except ____.
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16. | A disorder related to the functioning of the stomach and intestines is treated by a(n) ____.
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17. | A physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails is a(n) ____.
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18. | A physician who specializes in the treatment of patients with cancer is a(n) ____.
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19. | A registered nurse who graduated from a 2-year junior college nursing program is a(n) ____.
A. | associate degree nurse |
B. | diploma graduate nurse |
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20. | Routine tasks such as maintaining patient profiles in a pharmacy's computer are performed by a ____.
E. | emergency medical technician. |
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21. | Which healthcare professional treats patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or pneumonia?
E. | Occupational therapist |
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22. | Reconstruction, correction, or improvement of body structures is performed by a(n) ____.
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23. | Which of the following healthcare professionals assists registered nurses and physicians by observing patients and reporting changes in their conditions?
B. | Licensed practical nurse |
C. | Associate degree nurse |
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24. | A medical assistant who assists in a dialysis unit probably works with which of the following types of physicians?
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25. | The study and recording of the electrical activity of the brain is called ____.
C. | electroencephalography |
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26. | The term that refers to assessment of the urgency and immediate medical needs of a patient is ____.
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27. | The minimum education level for a nurse practitioner is ____.
B. | baccalaureate degree (BSN) |
E. | doctor of philosophy degree (PhD) |
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28. | A graduate of a nursing program does not achieve the title of Registered Nurse until ____.
A. | certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners |
B. | passing the state board examination for licensure |
C. | accredited by the liaison committee on medical education |
D. | applying to the American Medical Association for membership |
E. | completing a master's degree in nursing |
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29. | A licensed practical nurse is not permitted to ____.
A. | take temperatures, blood pressures, or respiratory rates |
C. | perform dressing changes and apply compresses |
D. | perform some intravenous (IV) procedures |
E. | make beds and serve meals |
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30. | A graduate of a 3-year nursing program that is designed as a cooperative program between a community college and participating hospital is a(n) ____.
A. | licensed practical nurse |
B. | associate degree nurse |
C. | diploma graduate nurse |
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31. | A healthcare professional who assists patients and families in the selection of food choices that provide adequate and balanced nutrition is a(n) ____.
B. | occupational therapist |
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32. | An allied health professional trained to draw blood for diagnostic laboratory testing is a ____.
C. | radiologic technologist |
E. | physical therapy assistant |
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33. | The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of problems and diseases of older adults is ____.
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34. | A certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) is a registered nurse who ____.
A. | has practiced for 10 years in a hospital setting |
B. | has a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree |
C. | has completed an additional program recognized by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists |
D. | has the ability to diagnose and treat independently of a physician |
E. | has been certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners |
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35. | Which physician specialist diagnoses and treats diseases of the kidney and bladder?
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36. | What is the title of the healthcare professional who works under the direction of a physician and manages emergencies that occur outside of the medical setting?
A. | Emergency medical technician |
B. | Emergency room technician |
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37. | Which health professional assists the psychiatric team by observing behavior and providing information to help in planning therapy?
A. | Occupational therapist |
B. | Physical therapy assistant |
D. | Mental health technician |
E. | Emergency medical technician |
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38. | On-the-job training qualifies this member of the healthcare team to perform direct patient care under the supervision of the nursing staff.
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39. | Duties of the physician assistant include ____.
A. | taking a patient's medical history, performing physical examinations, and performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures |
B. | preparing patients for examination, sterilizing equipment, and performing clerical work |
C. | maintaining supplies, instruments, and chemicals for the anatomic pathology laboratory |
D. | administering medications, changing wound dressings, and applying compresses |
E. | making beds, bathing patients, serving meals, and taking a patient's vital signs |
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40. | Radiology is the branch of medical science that ____.
A. | diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the muscles and bones |
B. | uses X-rays and radioactive substances to diagnose and treat disease |
C. | provides the scientific foundation for all medical practice |
D. | studies and records the electrical activity of the brain |
E. | diagnoses and corrects deformities and treats external or internal injuries |
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41. | Disorders such as stuttering and hearing impairment are diagnosed and treated by a(n) ____.
A. | speech/language pathologist |
B. | occupational therapist |
D. | physical therapy assistant |
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42. | Which of the following healthcare professionals have a 4-year degree and specialize in areas such as blood banking, microbiology, and chemistry?
A. | Nuclear medicine technologists |
B. | Occupational therapists |
C. | Medical laboratory technicians |
D. | Radiologic technicians |
E. | Medical laboratory scientists |
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43. | An allied health professional who prepares frozen sections of dissected body tissues is a ____.
A. | certified laboratory assistant |
C. | pathologist's assistant |
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44. | A professional who has studied the chemical and physical qualities of drugs and dispenses medication to the public is a ____.
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45. | Which physician specialist is also referred to as an ENT?
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46. | Which of the following allied health professionals takes health histories, performs physical examinations, conducts screening tests, and educates patients and families about disease prevention?
A. | Occupational therapist |
B. | Associate degree nurse |
C. | Independent nurse practitioner |
D. | Licensed practical nurse |
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47. | Which health professional uses modalities such as electricity, heat, cold, ultrasound, massage, and exercise to restore function and relieve pain after a patient’s injury?
A. | Occupational therapist |
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48. | The administration of radioactive drugs and the operation of radiation detection instruments is performed by a ____.
B. | respiratory therapy technician |
C. | medical laboratory technician |
D. | nuclear medicine technologist |
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49. | The baby boom that occurred from 1946 to 1964 caused which of the following healthcare trends?
A. | Decrease in ambulatory care |
B. | Emphasis on preventive care |
C. | Increase in aging population |
E. | Use of electronic health records |
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50. | Which of the following statements is not true about electronic health records?
A. | The change from paper charts to EHR should be accomplished by 2014. |
B. | EHR is a major factor in the current trend toward preventive care. |
C. | EHR allows all of a patient's data to be accessible in one location. |
D. | EHR helps prevent mistakes with medication. |
E. | EHR provides faster access than paper charts. |
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51. | Cara is a medical assistant who is interested in pursuing a career in medical coding. She tells you that she is a member of AAMA, but she would like to find a professional organization that is more closely aligned with her career goals. Which professional organization would you recommend to Cara?
A. | American Medical Billing Association |
B. | Association of Healthcare Documentation Integrity |
C. | American Health Information Management Association |
D. | American Medical Technologists |
E. | American Association of Professional Coders |
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52. | Which of the following US-based nonprofit organizations is dedicated to maintaining and elevating the standards of healthcare delivery through the evaluation and accreditation of healthcare organizations?
A. | American Medical Association |
B. | American Hospital Association |
C. | American College of Physicians |
E. | American Pharmacists Association |
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53. | Dori recently completed a course in medical transcription. She currently has an office job as a clinical medical assistant, but she has discovered that she is pregnant, and she wants to work at home after the baby arrives. She has been told that she can work for herself from her home, but she does not know much about self-employment. Which of the following organizations can help Dori?
A. | American College of Physicians |
B. | American Medical Billing Association |
C. | American Hospital Association |
D. | American Health Information Management Association |
E. | Association of Healthcare Documentation Integrity |
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54. | Which of the following organizations developed and established the safety requirements known as National Patient Safety Goals?
A. | American Medical Association |
C. | American Hospital Association |
D. | American College of Physicians |
E. | American Pharmacists Association |
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55. | Which of the following is not a current healthcare trend?
A. | Advancement of technology |
B. | Concentration on wellness |
C. | Decrease in preventive care |
E. | Increase in ambulatory care |
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56. | Lynda has been losing weight and just doesn't look well. You ask her if she is ill, and she confides that she has an ongoing problem with diarrhea and abdominal cramping. Her family practitioner found no major problems and told her to try over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medicine. She is thinking about seeing a specialist, but she is not sure which type of specialist she needs. Which of the following healthcare professionals would you recommend?
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57. | Marianne's grandmother fell and bruised her arm badly. She is sure it is not broken, but it is swollen and very sore. She refuses to go to a doctor. Marianne thinks her grandmother would benefit from a more traditional method of promoting healing, such as stroking or vibration. Which of the following allied health professionals might Marianne suggest that her grandmother visit?
C. | Occupational therapist |
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58. | Ronnie likes her medical assisting job well enough, but she finds office work a little boring. She has a lot of energy as well as compassion for people who are suffering. Her supervisor has complimented her on her ability to keep a "cool head" under pressure. Ronnie is looking for a career that will allow her to help people who are injured or ill, but also offer more variety and excitement than her current job. Which of the following specialty careers might suit Ronnie?
B. | Cardiovascular technologist |
C. | Pathologist's assistant |
D. | Emergency medical technician |
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Fill in the Blank Questions
59. | Bariatrics is the treatment of ________.
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60. | Medical assistants are an integral part of the healthcare delivery ________ and therefore must have a working knowledge of the different specialties and allied health professionals.
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61. | Physicians who treat patients of all ages with all types of illnesses are called ________ practitioners, general practitioners, or primary care physicians.
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62. | If you work for a family practice physician or group of physicians, you may be responsible for arranging patient appointments with ________.
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63. | The branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats problems and diseases of the older adult is _______.
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64. | The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. It is often combined with ________. A practice that specializes in both is referred to as OB/GYN.
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65. | The treatment and preventative care of amateur and professional athletes is the subspecialty of ________ medicine.
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66. | A Medical biller and ________ is responsible for abstracting medical information from medical records and preparing insurance claim forms.
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67. | A(n) ________ health technician assists the psychiatric team by observing behavior and participating in group therapy and counseling sessions.
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68. | The ___________ helps patients to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following illness or injury by using electricity, heat, cold, ultrasound, massage, and exercise.
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69. | Using a radio communication network, a(n) ________ medical technician works under the direction of a physician and is trained to triage patients and initiate appropriate treatment.
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70. | The AMA Code of Medical Ethics is the most comprehensive ethics guide for ________.
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71. | Membership in a(n) ________ association enables you to become involved in the issues and activities relevant to your field.
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72. | Benefits of membership in professional associations include continuing ________ and job networking opportunities.
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73. | Foods that have little or no processing before they are eaten are known as ________ foods.
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74. | Screening tests and drugs to ward off disease are commonly used in ________ care.
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75. | Outpatient care is also known as ________ care because patients can walk into the facility in the morning, have tests or surgery, and go home in the afternoon.
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76. | In acupuncture, the channels through which qi, or life energy, flows are known as ________.
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Multiple Choice Questions
77. | Hospice services are offered only to patients with fewer than ____________ to live.
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78. | The education and licensing process for a physician who wishes to become board-certified in a specialty can take how many years to complete?
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79. | All healthcare facilities are required to convert to electronic health records (EHRs) by the year ________.
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Fill in the Blank Questions
80. | ___________ are chemicals that regulate body functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
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