other medical facts Flashcards
(159 cards)
1
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when converting pounds to kg
A
divide by 2.2
2
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Which medication is mostly administered via the ID route?
A. dexamenthasone
B. insulin
C. PPD
D. VZV
A
C. PPD
3
Q
which of the following is part of a managed care plan?
A. accept predetermined fees
B. charge fees based on community average
C. referrals needed for all specialties
D. limit the number of patients seen
A
A. accept predetermined fees
4
Q
which patient group should be escorted to the examination room?
A. children
B. new patients
C. established patients
D. all patients
A
D. all patients
5
Q
what is a condition diagnosed before an insurance policy is established?
A. special risk
B. exclusion
C. preexisting condition
D. prior authorization
A
C. preexisting
6
Q
which appointment scheduling is best for urgent care centers?
A. time-specified
B. wave
C. modified wave
D. open hours
A
D. open hours
7
Q
provider orders 50mg of Protonix. The bottle reads 10mg/3ml. How much do you administer?
A. 50ml
B. 10ml
C. 15ml
D. 20ml
A
C. 15ml
follow the formula [50mg/10mg] x 3ml=15
8
Q
which of the following cavaties are seperated by the diaphragm?
A. abdominal and pelvic
B. cranial and spinal
C. dorsal and ventral
D. thoracic and abdominal
A
D. thoracic and abdominal
8
Q
which of the following is a surgical procedure in which breast tissue is removed?
A. mastotomy
B. mastectomy
C. mastopexy
D. mesopexy
A
B. mastectomy
8
Q
which nerve transmits the signal of smell?
A. hypoglossal
B. olfactory
C. trochlear
D. vagus
A
B. olfactory
8
Q
which structure allows for gas exchange?
A. alveoli
B. capillaries
C. pulmonary vein
D. pulmonary artery
A
B. capillaries
8
Q
The calcaneus is ________ to the patella.
A. anterior
B. superior
C. distal
D. superficial
A
C. distal
8
Q
which organ is under examination during an echoencephalography?
A. heart
B. brain
C. kindey
D. lungs
A
B. brain
8
Q
which term describes bending the arm towards the body?
A. extension
B. flexion
C. eversion
D. pronation
A
B. flexion
9
Q
deoxygenated blood flows through the __________ to reach the lungs for gas exchange.
A. pulmonary artery
B. pulmonary vein
C. aorta
D. superior and inferior vena cava
A
B. pulmonary vein
10
Q
which term describes the thoracic curvature of the spine?
A. kyphosis
B. scoliosis
C. lordosis
D. stenosis
A
A. kyphosis
11
Q
which of the following is a medical emergency?
A. CHF
B. ALS
C. CVA
D. LMP
A
C. CVA
12
Q
which method is used to determine the size of an organ or structure?
A. palpation
B. mensuration
C. percussion
D. ausculiation
A
B. mensuration
13
Q
which reference would be used for coding pulmonary embolism for a CT scan?
A. DRGs
B. HCPCS
C. CPT
D. ICD-10-CM
A
D. ICD-10-CM
14
Q
which blood vessels return blood to the heart from the lungs?
A. aorta
B. inferior vena cava
C. superior vena cava
D. pulmonary vein
A
D. pulmonary vein
15
Q
evaluated levels of creatinine and BUN indicate pathology in which system?
A. integumentary
B. cardiovascular
C. urinary
D. respiratory
A
C. urinary
16
Q
which word part means “pain”?
A. -itis
B. -algia
C. -penia
D. -osis
A
B. -algia
17
Q
which of the following conditions is also known as nearsightedness?
A. hyperopia
B. glaucoma
C. myopia
D. presbyopia
A
C. myopia
18
Q
a patient who is short of breath, dizzy, has dypnea, and has blood pressure that is dropping after ingesting medication is experencing which type of shock?
A. hypothermia
B. hypovolemic
C. septic
D. anaphylactic
A
D. anaphylactic
19
which equipment would be used during a rountine physical?
A. otoscope
B. vaginal speculum
C. surgical scissors
D. nasal speculum
A. otoscope
20
which of the following skin disorders appears silvery and scaly?
A. rosacea
B. psoriasis
C. herpes simplex
D. herpes zoster
B. psoriasis
21
where is the gallbladder located?
A. LUQ
B. RLQ
C. LLQ
D. RUQ
D. RUQ
22
which of the following artifacts is formed due to poor contact with the skin?
A. AC interference
B. wandering baseline
C. 60-cycle
D. somatic tremor
B. wandering baseline
23
which of the following parts of medicare covers hospital visits?
A. Part A
B. Part B
C. Part C
D. Part D
A. Part A
24
A patient that weighs 50kg weighs how much in pounds?
A. 95lbs
B. 100lbs
C. 110lbs
D. 115lbs
C. 110lbs
25
A pulse oximeter can read errorneously due to which of the following?
A. cold fingers
B. fatigue
C. carbon monoxide poisioning
D. anemia
A. cold fingers
26
which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration?
A. nucleolus
B. ribosomes
C. nucleus
D. mitochondrion
D. mitochondrion
27
which veins should be the last resort for performing venipuncture?
A. medial veins
B. basilic veins
C. cephalic veins
D. radial veins
B. basilic veins
28
which of the following BP reading is hypertension stage 2?
A. 130/88
B. 150/90
C. 120/80
D. 128/78
B. 150/90
29
which endocrine organ is directly affected by the CNS?
A. thyroid
B. pancreas
C. anterior pituitary
D. posterior pituitary
D. posterior pituitary
30
which of the following describes an injury to a muscle or tendon?
A. sprain
B. strain
C. tendonitis
D. ganglion cyst
B. strain
31
which of the following is the smallest bone in the body?
A. stapes
B. femur
C. distal phalange
D. patella
A. stapes
32
where in the EMR would you find the CC?
A. medications
B. radiology/laboratory
C. HPI
D. demographics
C. HPI
( history of present illness)
33
which of the most common vein to use during venipuncture?
A. cephalic
B. median cubital
C. basilic
D. lateral cubital
B. median cubital
34
which VS can help diagnose osteoporosis?
A. weight
B. height
C. blood pressure
D. pulse
B. height
35
which site is best for an IM solution >3ml?
A. ventrogluteal
B. dorsogluteal
C. vastus lateralis
D. deltoid
B. dorsogluteal
36
which structure joins two bones together?
A. ligament
B. tendon
C. cartilage
D. yellow marrow
A. ligament
37
which defense mechanism involves the patient adopting the feelings of someone else?
A. projection
B. displacement
C. denial
D. introjection
D. introjection
38
in an emergency, which device is used for cardiac arrest?
A. EKG
B. AED
C. oxygen tank
D. epipen
B. AED
39
which term means "lack of menstrual flow"?
A. oligoenorrhea
B. dysmenorrhea
C. amenorrhea
D. premenorrhea
C. amenorrhea
40
what is the medical term for the ends of the bone?
A. epiphysis
B. diaphysis
C. medualla
D. yellow marrow
A. epiphysis
41
how many cranial nerves are there?
A. 8
B. 10
C. 12
D. 20
C. 12
42
which test is done to rule out prostate cancer as preliminary?
A. sed rate
B. CBC
C. hCG
D. chemistry panel
C. hCG
43
which structure connects bone to muscle?
A. ligament
B. tendon
C. cartilage
D. skin
B. tendon
44
which structure is found on the posterior side of the body?
A. nose
B. heels
C. eyes
D. kneecaps
B. heels
45
which structure allows for temperature regulation via prespiration?
A. muscle
B. nerve
C. blood vessels
D. skin
D. skin
46
how many vertebrae are in the lumbar region of the spine?
A. 5
B. 7
C. 12
D. 10
A. 5
47
which organelle is responsible for breaking down molecules in the cell?
A. mitochondria
B. lysosome
C. rough endoplasmic reticulum
D. smooth endoplasmic reticulum
B. lysosome
48
which structure has cells that work for a common function?
A. organism
B. molecule
C. tissue
D. organ
C. tissue
49
which plane divides the body into upper and lower portions?
A. coronal
B. frontal
C. sagittal
D. transverse
D. transverse
50
which blood vessel is responsible for bringing oxygenated blood back to the heart?
A. pulmonary artery
B. vena cava
C. pulmonary vein
D. arota
C. pulmonary vein
51
which of the following would you triage first?
A. anaphylaxis
B. severe abdominal pain
C. vomiting
D. fever
A. anaphylaxis
52
which of the following describes normal flora?
A. human body cells
B. harmful bacteria
C. helpful bacteria
D. pathogens
C. helpful bacteria
53
the shape of a microorganisms is also knowns as?
A. gram negative
B. multiform
C. mycology
D. morphology
D. morphology
54
which part of the infection cycle is interrupted by using PPE?
A. reservoir host
B. portal of exit
C. formite
D. infectious agent
B. portal of exit
55
which term describes proper pronunciation?
A. clarity
B. pitch
C. tone
D. enunciation
D. enunciation
56
which of the following is a condition of the renal system?
A. CKD
B. UTI
C. enlarged prostate
D. hemorrhoids
A. CKD (chronic kidney disease)
57
which learning style involves watching videos and demonstrations?
A. auditory
B. kinesthetic
C. tactile
D. visual
D. visual
58
which condition would be followed up by orthopedics?
A. gout
B. bone marrow disease
C. scoliosis
D. tinea pedis
C. scoliosis
59
which procedure is done as an outpatient?
A. lung transplant
B. skin tag removal
C. bariatric surgery
D. amputation
B. skin tag removal
60
which of the following is performing an illegal act?
A. malpractice
B. malfeasance
C. misfeasance
D. nonfeasance
B. malfeasance
61
which tissue is not part of the CNS?
A. ventral horn
B. brain
C. spinal cord
D. sensory neuron
D. sensory neuron
62
where is the cervical spine located when compared to the lumbar spine?
A. distal
B. anterior
C. superior
D. posterior
C. superior
63
which facility is most appropriate for patients that needs medical aid 24/7?
A. skilled nursing facility
B. hospice
C. rehabilitation center
D. urgent care
A. skilled nursing facility
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which of the following interfers with proper communictation?
A. receiver
B. sender
C. message
D. noise
D. noise
66
which condition describes a low level of platelets?
A. evans syndrome
B. thrombocytopenia
C. hemophilia
D. leukemia
B. thrombocytopenia
67
which organ is responsible for bile production?
A. gallbladder
B. pancreas
C. Liver
D. appendix
C. Liver
68
which law is concerned with the invasion of privacy?
A. civil
B. criminal
C. international
D. military
A. civil
69
which type of fracture occurs during a twisting motion?
A. comminuted
B. spiral
C. transverse
D. greenstick
B. spiral
70
what structure is formed when food and saliva mix?
A. bolus
B. chyme
C. pepsid
D. enzymes
A. bolus
71
what is the region between the axon and dendritic known as?
A. myelin sheath
B. nucleus
C. nerve body
D. synapse
D. synapse
72
which virus is the number one cause of diarrhea in children?
A. HepB
B. rotavirus
C. E. coli
D. HSV1
B. rotavirus
73
which test would check for clotting disorders?
A. CBC
B. CMP
C. PT/PTT
D. lipid panel
C. PT/PTT
74
which disorder is characterized by a butterfly rash on the face?
A. rosacea
B. goiter
C. lupus
D. hashimoto's
C. lupus
75
which muscle is located posteriorly near the sciatic nerve?
A. vastus lateralis
B. deltoid
C. ventrogluteal
D. dorsogluteal
D. dorsogluteal
76
which gland produces sweat?
A. sudoriferous
B. sebaceous
C. ceruminous
D. mammary
A. sudoriferous
77
which organ has the function of producing thymosin?
A. pancreas
B. thymus
C. thyroid
D. heart
B.thymus
78
which of the following is found in the SDS?
A. first aid
B. identification
C. flammability
D. all of the above
D. all of the above
79
which of the following terms means "rupture"?
A. -rrhaphy
B. -rrhea
C. -rrhexis
D. -tome
C. -rrhexis
80
which of the following requires licensure?
A. medical assistant
B. physical therapist
C. unit clerk
D. authoriztion agent
B. physical therapist
81
which term means "creating an opening"?
A. -plasty
B. -ostomy
C. -ectomy
D. -centesis
B. -ostomy
82
which tube would be used for a glucose tolerance test (GTT)?
A. yellow top
B. light blue top
C. lavender top
D. gray top
D. gray top
83
which of the following is classified as a long bone?
A. patella
B. femur
C. vertebrae
D. ribs
B. femur
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which of the following is an administrative duty?
A. performing venipuncture
B. obtaining vital signs
C. reviewing critical lab results
D. scheduling outpatient surgeries
D. scheduling outpatient surgeries
85
which disorder is related to the cardiovascular system?
A. type 1 diabetes
B. myasthenia gravis
C. CHF
D. rhabdomyolysis
C. CHF (congestive heart failure)
86
how many times is the medication checked before administration?
A. two times
B. three times
C. four times
D. six times
B. three times
87
where is the V2 electrode placed on the body?
A. left 4th intercoastal space
B. right 4th intercostal space
C. left 5th intercostal space
D. right 5th intercostal space
A. left 4th intercoastal space
88
which organism causes oral thrush?
A. trichophyton rubrum
B. salmonella typhi
C. candida albicans
D. escherichia coli
C. candida albicans
89
which structure carries oxygenated blood back to the heart?
A. pulmonary vein
B. pulmonary artery
C. aorta
D. vena cava
A. pulmonary vein
90
which is a condition of twisting or pulling a muscle?
A. sprain
B. strain
C. tendonitis
D. cramps
B. strain
91
which procedure is done to destroy bacteria on the conjunctiva?
A. PERRLA
B. eye instillation
C. eye irrigation
D. eye accommodation
B. eye instillation
92
what medication is most appropriate to treat diabetes?
A. losartan
B. lisinopril
C. metformin
D. atorvastatin
C. metformin
93
which suture gauge size is appropriate for the eyelid?
A. 0
B. 000
C. 6-0
D. 10-0
D. 10-0
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which type of scheduling model best serves for procedures?
A. grouping
B. wave
C. modified wave
D. stream
A. grouping
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which term describes an assessment that a person takes to establish competency?
A. code of ethics
B. continuing education units
C. accreditation
D. certification
D. certification
96
which test checks for an average level of blood glucose?
A. CMP
B. CBC
C. HgbA1c
D. FBS
C. HgbA1c
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which of the following is an artifact on an EKG?
A. somatic tremor
B. ventricular fibrillation
C. tachycardia
D. asystole
A. somatic tremor
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how many vertebrae are located in the cervical region?
A. 5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 12
C. 7
99
subcutaneous injections are administered at a _______
angle.
45 degrees
100
what is the equivalent amount of 1 tablespoon in cc/mL?
A. 1ml
B. 5ml
C. 10ml
D. 15ml
D. 15ml
101
which term means paralysis of the same extremities on the same side?
A. monoplegia
B. hemiplegia
C. paraplegia
D. quadriplegia
B. hemiplegia
102
what is the role of the medical assistant during pre-procedure?
A. discuss procedure alternatives
B. discuss risks and benefits of procedure
C. review patients current medications
D. draw up orders from provider
C. review patients current medications
103
what is the percentage of water in plasma?
A. 90%
B. 10%
C. 45%
D. 55%
A. 90%
104
which of the following is a connective tissue?
A. RBCs
B. subcutaneous tissue
C. vitreous fluid
D. aqueous humor
A. RBCs
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which structure is located between the right atrium and the right ventricle?
A. bicuspid valve
B. tricuspid valve
C. mitral valve
D. pulmonary valve
B. tricuspid valve
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which of the following is out of the scope for the medical assistant?
A. subcutaneous injection
B. intradermal injection
C. intravenous injection
D. intramuscular injection
C. intravenous injection
107
which gland is responsible for the secretion of melatonin?
A. posterior pituitary
B. anterior pituitary
C. pineal
D. thymus
C. pineal
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which wave represents ventricular contraction?
A. QRS wave
B. P wave
C. T wave
D. P-T wave
A. QRS wave
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what section in the EMR is for storing diagnostic imaging results?
A. reports
B. diagnosis
C. assessment
D. demographic
A. reports
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the coronal plane seperates the body into what parts?
A. superior and inferior
B. lateral and medial
C. left and right
D. anterior and posterior
D. anterior and posterior
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effective communication can be established by all the following except?
A. empathy
B. active listening
C. nonverbal cues
D. sympathy
D. sympathy
112
how many teeth does an adult have?
A. 24
B. 30
C. 36
D. 32
D. 32
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which process is used for a hemostat?
A. soak in bleach
B. sanitization
C. sterilization
D. disinfection
C. sterilization
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which code is an example of CPT?
A. 99021
B. M33.4
C. 0Z4566H56
D. E/M
A. 99021
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this structure holds urine until its ready to be discarded?
A. kidney
B. urethra
C. urinary bladder
D. ureter
C. urinary bladder
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which term means ruining someone's reputation VIA written form?
A. negligence
B. libel
C. slander
D. invasion of privacy
B. libel
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which urinalysis level is abnormal?
A. negative urobilinogen
B. pH6
C. negative blood
D. SG 1.040
D. SG 1.040
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which laboratory test measure kidney and liver functions?
A. lipid
B. CMP
C. CBC
D. CRP
B. CMP (comprehensive metabolic panel)
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which muscle extends the thigh?
A. gluteus maximus
B. dorsogluteal
C. ventrogluteal
D. vastus lateralis
A. gluteus maximus
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which structure is the most distal?
A. femur
B. patella
C. metatarsals
D. metacarpals
C. metatarsals
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which organ is part of the endocrine and lympatic systems?
A. ovary
B. thymus
C. thyroid
D. pancreas
B. thymus
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which of the following is NOT a reason for license suspension?
A. lack of malpractice insurance
B. conviction of a misdermeanor
C. unprofessional conduct
D. personal incapacity
A. lack of malpractice insurance
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what is the function of the ossicles?
A. to trap and destroy pathogens
B. the site where tendons and muscles attach
C. trasmit the reflex arc
D. transmit vibrations from the outer ear to the inner ear
D. transmit vibrations from the outer ear to the inner ear
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which insurance has an age restriction as part of their eligibility?
A. CHAMPVA
B. Tricare
C. medicare
D. Medicaid
C. medicare
125
which of the following diagnosis would be referred to a hematologist?
A. cirrhosis
B. polydipsia
C. anemia
D. hematuria
C. anemia
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what is an example of informed consent?
A. signed ABN
B. form signed for a skin biopsy
C. privacy notice form
D. HIPPA
B. form signed for a skin biopsy
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which is a function of the respiratory system?
A. capillary refill
B. nutrient absorption
C. blood pressure
D. sound production
D. sound production
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which schedule includes drugs like MDMA, cocaine, and LSD?
A. schedule I
B schedule II
C. schedule III
D. schedule V
A. schedule I
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which medical condition is excessive sweating?
A. diaphoresis
B. hidradentitis suppurativa
C. perspiration
D. hydronephrosis
A. diaphoresis
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which diagnostic exam would be used for a patient complaining of shortness of breath?
A. spirometry
B. colonoscopy
C. EKG
D. venipuncture
C. EKG
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which of the following could indicate a malignant nevus?
A. 3mm in diameter
B. irregular border
C. pink color
D. oval shape
B. irregular border
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how many mL are in 1 tsp?
A. 15mL
B. 10mL
C. 5mL
D.1mL
C. 5mL
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when converting pounds to kg you must _____________
by 2.2.
divide
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how much does a 156 pound patient weigh in kg?
A. 343.2kg
B. 72.2kg
C. 220.2kg
D. 70.91kg
D. 70.91kg
135
which medication is mostly administered via ID route?
A. dexamethasone
B. insulin
C. PPD
D. VZV
C. PPD
136
which of the following is demographic information?
A. primary care office
B. chief complaint
C. place of employment
D. patients anthropometric measurments
C. place of employment
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which of the following is part of a managed care plan?
A. accept predetermined fees
B. charge fees based on community average
C. referrals needed for all specialties
D. limit the number of patients seen
A. accept predetermined fees
138
what is a condition diagnosed before an insurance policy is established?
A. special risk
B. exclusion
C. preexisiting condition
D. prior authorization
C. preexisiting condition
139
which EKG lead is placed on the 4th intercostal space on the right of the sternum?
A. V1
B. V2
C. V4
D. V5
A. V1
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which division of the nervous system is responsible for homeostasis?
A. CNS
B. PNS
C. ANS
D. SNS
C. ANS
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which lobe is responsible for visual interpretation?
A. frontal
B. parietal
C. temporal
D. occipital
D. occipital
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which of the following structures helps with balance and equilibrium?
A. orbitals
B. semicircular canals
C. cochlea
D. gustatory sense
B. semicircular canals
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which structure in the eye helps accommodate light onto the retina?
A. aqueous humor
B. lens
C. cillary body
D. conjuctiva
B. lens
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which of the following disorders is related to the cardiovascular system?
A. TB
B. myopia
C. MS
D. CHF
D. CHF (congestive heart failure)
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which of the following disorders is related to the skeletal system?
A. arthritis
B. atrophy
C. hemophilia
D. fibromyalgia
A. arthritis
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which of the following needle/gauge is appropriate for an adult IM injection who weighs over 200 pounds?
A. 25G x 1.5"
B. 21G x 2"
C. 27G x 1"
D. 17G x 0.5"
B. 21G x 2"
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which specialist would follow up a patient with multiple sclerosis?
A. orthopedics
B. rheumatology
C. cardiology
D. neurology
D. neurology
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which of the following is used to confirm the procedure code?
A. index
B. tabular list
C. appendices
D. HCPCS
B. tabular list
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which of the following is not a main component of the cardiovascular system?
A. heart
B. blood vessels
C. blood
D. lymph
D. lymph
150
which of the following is a benefit of EMR systems?
A. multi-staff use
B. real time demographic updates
C. reduce phone calls to the office
D. increase office cycle time
A. multi-staff use
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which of the following structures is not part of the respiratory pathway?
A. trachea
B. esophagus
C. mouth
D. bronchioles
B. esophagus
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which type of scheduling consists of two patients being scheduled in the same time slot?
A. wave
B. modified wave
C. double-booking
D. open hours
C. double-booking
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