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1) After the patient has had minor surgery, what should the medical assistant do first?
A) Assist the patient to an upright position to prevent injury.
B) Instruct the patient on when to return for follow-up.
C) Give the patient written instructions.
D) Ask a family member to help the patient to the car.
E) Do nothing; the physician will assist the patient.
2) Which position is most appropriate for a patient who has difficulty breathing?
A) Semi-Fowler's
B) Knee-chest
C) Lithotomy
D) Supine
E) Sims'
3) What is the first step to avoid prejudice when dealing with individuals?
A) Avoid judging people by their appearance or lifestyle
B) Do not react negatively toward others
C) Treat all people with equal respect
D) Honestly examine and evaluate your own personal prejudices
E) Avoid individuals that exhibit prejudices
4) During the inspection phase of the patient exam, what does the ‘gait' refer to?
A) The patient's general well being
B) The patient's orientation
C) The patient's distress level
D) The patient's nourishment level
E) How the patient walks
5) What information can the physician obtain from listening to the patient's breath pattern?
A) The patient's general well being
B) Lung condition
C) Level of dental care
D) Pathologic condition, such as overuse of voice box
E) Pathologic condition, such as otitis media
6) The role of the medical assistant during the general physical exam is to:
A) diagnose the patient's disease.
B) prepare the exam room.
C) assist the physician during the exam.
D) disinfect the room after use.
7) The __________position is most appropriate for a patient undergoing a breast exam.
A) Dorsal recumbent
B) Knee-chest
C) Lithotomy
D) Supine
8) Which of the following is least likely a reason for a general physical exam?
A) A patient is starting an exercise program.
B) A patient is starting school or a new job.
C) A patient is taking a trip.
D) A patient is having a yearly physical.
9) You just performed a urine test and accidently touched the reagent pad with your hand. You should:
A) use waterless, alcohol-based hand cleanser immediately
B) submit an incident report to your supervisor
C) perform a thorough aseptic handwashing
D) put your gloves back on
10) How can you best prepare the patient emotionally for a physical exam?
A) Have the patient empty his or her bladder/bowels.
B) Assist the patient with his or her gown.
C) Explain what is going to occur in simple, direct language.
D) Always have the patient put on the gown with the opening in the front.
11) Which of the following is the most likely and necessary task after the exam?
A) Obtain the height and weight
B) Allow the patient to empty his or her bladder
C) Obtain a body fat measurement
D) Assist in making the patient comfortable
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