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Super CMA Review
Medical Assistant Certification Exam, AAMA Certification, Medical Assisting
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A _____ may be included in an equipment purchase, or it may be paid for separately. | Service agreement |
| The majority of banking transactions involve ______. | Checks |
| What kind of patients may need to be scheduled at the end of the day? | Habitually late |
| What is considered to not be suspicious mail? | when the postmark matches the return address |
| the property of value owned or controlled by an organization is known as | asset |
| V codes refer to | factors influencing health status |
| what initials need to be included when sending correspondence to a military base? | APO |
| An effective answering service is necessary to avoid ______. | abandonment charges |
| The CPT modifier for decision for surgery | -57 |
| What form is used to make quarterly federal income tax and RUTA tax deposits? | 8109 |
| Identifying on a document the caption to be used is called | coding |
| A _____ filing system organizes items chronologically for follow-up. | tickler |
| A term after the brace (}) indicates | a required modifier of the statement before the brace |
| _____ is a privately owned communication network that covers a large citywide operation. | MAN |
| A computer program that is designed to acquire access codes and passwords for illegal entry into a computer system is called | a trojan horse |
| The universal claim for developed by CMS | CMS-1500 |
| What types of coding systems is used to code medical services? | CPT |
| a combination of time-saving keystrokes that when entered perform a specific function is known as | macro |
| An accounting document that records journal all daily transactions is a | journal |
| in a double entry system, which of the following accounts would be recorded in the left-hand column? | incurred expenses |
| What does the CPT modifiers -62 mean | Two sergeons |
| A CPT modifier that identifies bilateral procedures is | -50 |
| Matrixing an appointment book means | Marking out the time that the physician is unavailable to see patients |
| The class of mail delivery of books and manuscripts of at least 24 pages is | special fourth-class |
| waiting longer than ____ for an appointment requires and explanation and estimate of the remaining delay. | 20 minutes |
| A _____ must be attached to claims submitted to Tricare/CHAMPVA for ICD-9 codes of 800 to 959 | DD form 2517 |
| Which of the following is not considered physical computer equipment? | CLU |
| Open punctuation refers to | Placing no punctuation after the salutation |
| To identify and help resolve issues surrounding job discrimination based on health problems is a role of a | patient advocate |
| when scheduling appointments, what is the least important consideration? | the location of the clinic |
| _____probibits the use of unfair employment practices regarding people over 40 years of age. | ADEA |
| Records can be withheld from patients if | the records may cause harm to the patient |
| What is one way that describes the interrelationship between the cardiovascular system and the skeletal system? | Hematopoiesis |
| Presbyopia Is the above term spelled correctly - or incorrectly? | correctly - presbyopia |
| Quid pro quo is | the Latin term means "something for something" |
| Male pubertal characteristics develop in what order? | Increase in penis and testicle size, minor voice change, first ejaculation, growth of armpit hair, growth of facial hair |
| an unconscious defense mechanism characterized by behavior that is the opposite of one's true feelings describes | reaction formation (compensation) |
| name one thing that illustrates the least professional attitude | discussing an interesting patient with a significant other |
| An infestation of parasitic insects, characterized by pruritus and inflammation is | pediculosis |
| the principle that the provider has a professional obligation to care for a patient is known as | duty |
| name a communication barrier | minimizing |
| what is not a core principal of ethical decision making? | prejuduce |
| What best describes a body projection? | Process |
| What term describes a word part that precedes other word parts to modify the meaning of a word | Prefix |
| The ability of a muscle to be stimulated by nervous impulses is | irritability |
| a common stereotype associated with persons with communication disabilities is | lack of intelligence |
| medical records may be destroyed by what means? | Shredded and burned |
| What is not true of informed consent? | The physician is not required to provide a means of assessing the patient's comprehension of the issues |
| the suffix -extasis means | dilation |
| the innermost layer of the uterus is the | endometrium |
| The loss of income resulting from an illness interferes with a patient's | safety need |
| cognitive development according to Piaget occurs in four stages. The Formal Operational stage occurs at what age? | 11 to 15+ years |
| Releasing patient information without acquiring the patient's consent could lead to the charge of _____ | invasion of privacy |
| An example of the interrelationship between the immune system and the integumentary system is | The skin is the immune system's first line of defense. |
| In a fetus, where are the most active sites of blood cell production | liver and spleen |
| Name a body fluid which is NOT an extravascular fluid | plasma |
| What information does not need to be kept in the drug inventory records? | the signature of patients who accepted the drugs |
| What is the typical needle length for a subcutaneous injection | 5/8-inch needle |
| Disorder where physical therapy procedures are not recommended | reproductive disorders |
| what type of drug is used to inhibit the growth of malignant cells? | Antineoplastic |
| Occult blood test is best associated with what body system? | Gastrointestinal |
| CRP is a plasma protein that is produced by the | liver |
| The smallest section of the food pyramid contains | fats and oils |
| The ___ is defined as the wave of alternating expansion and relaxation of the arterial walls with each contraction of the left ventricle. | pulse |
| Cellular immunity is a type of | Specific immunity |
| Convert 250 milligrams to grams | 0.25g |
| When performing CPR on a child, the compression to ventilation ratio is | 30:2 |
| IV medication is administered in what manner? | Drops per minute |
| A condition which could benefit from a restriction of milk, meats, and bread | PKU |
| A drug action in which the effects of using two drugs together is greater than the sum of the effects of using each one alone is called | synergism |
| What is not a typical sign of stroke | uncontrollable muscle contractions |
| The agar plate used for throat culture is | BAP |
| AED's are specifically used for | Ventricular fibrillation adn ventricular tachycardia |
| A compound light microscope consists of how many lenses? | 2 |
| Questions asked during the ROS about palpitations, pain, blood pressure, edema, and arrhythmia's would be regarding which body system? | Cardiovascular system |
| HCG is produced by the | Placenta |
| ______ is a specialty exam to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the ear, nose and throat. | ororhinolaryngological |
| ideally, urine should be analyzed within how many minutes of collection? | 30 |
| An IVP describes a radiographic study of the | urinary system |
| what laboratory test measures platelet function whereby a small incision is made in the patient's arm? | bleeding time |
| The ECG wave that represents atrial contraction is the | P wave |
| What type of drug treats or prevents infections? | anti-infectives |
| An emergency policy and procedure manual should be developed and then reviewed and revised | yearly |
| When a medical assistant is required to wear a surgical gown for a procedure | put the gown on prior to donning surgical gloves |
| when collecting a stool sample | the specimen must be collected in a clean plastic or cardboard container. |
| The five phases of blood pressure sounds are collectively called | Korotkoff sounds |
| A normal value for a leukocyte count is | 5,000 - 10,000 WBCs/mm3 |
| A test performed by placing a small probe on the earlobe or finger to evaluate the amount of oxygen saturation in the blood is | pulse oximetry |
| What should you ask a victim who is having difficulty breathing? | Are you choking |
| Hemoglobin in the urine is most likely indicative of | urinary hemorrhage |
| The most common temperature setting for the autoclave is | 250-270°F |
| Which blood collection evacuated tube contains the anticoagulant sodium citrate? | Light blue top |
| What color does gram positive bacteria stain | purple |
| _____ shock is caused by sudden blood or body fluid loss | hypovolemic |
| _____ comes in a pre-filled syringe and is included in a crash cart | diazepam |
| Atrial arrhythmias include | PAT and PAC |
| Glycosylated molecules are elevated when the blood contains a high amount of | sugar |
| Corkscrew-shaped bacteria are | spirochete |
| When measuring for axillary crutches, the patient is to stand erect with the crutch tips ____ inches in front and _____ inches to the side of each foot. | 2, 6 |
| The in virto study of the serum to detect disease by evaluating antigen-antibody reactions is | serology |
| RBC's that are normal in shape are called | discocytes |
| What is the by-product of incomplete fat metabolism? | ketones |
| The term hematopoiesis is best associated with | hematology |
| What combining form means eyelid? | blephar/o |
| tachycardia is synonymous with | fast heart rate |
| balanitis refers to what body system? | reproductive system |
| hematopoiesis means | blood formation |
| salpingitis is a disorder of what area/system of the body | it is a gynecological disorder |
| Unclear vision resulting from hardening of the crystalline lens, common among the elderly is known as | presbyopia |
| Inflammation of the gallbladder is known as | cholecystitis |
| the medical abbreviation meaning by mouth is | p.o. |
| the medical term abbreviation meaning as desired is | ad lib |
| the medical term meaning disease of the blood vessel(s) is | angiopathy |
| surgical removal of the iris is called an | iridectomy |
| Lour Gehrig's disease is also known as | amyotrophic lateral sclerosis |
| Excision of a small piece of tissue is a(n) | biopsy |
| swelling of the eyelid is known as | blepharedema |
| The twelfth cranial nerve is | olfactory |
| the structure that prevents material from entering the windpipe is | epiglottis |
| the wrist bones are collectively known as the | carpals |
| the aqueous humor is situated _____ to the lens | anterior |
| an appendage of the skin | sudoriferous glands (sweat glands) |
| describe a bony projection | process |
| Turning a body part inward, especially the sole of the foot is | inversion |
| The right anriovenricular valve is known as the | tricuspid |
| The structure known as the voice box | larynx |
| the innermost layer of the urerus | endometrium |
| Neuronal structures that receive and conduct impulses toward the cell body are | axons |
| Taste sensory receptors | gustatory |
| The small gland located in the posterior hypothalamus is | pineal |
| The ability of a muscle to be stimulated by nervous impulses is | irritability |
| The double membranous sac that envelopes the heart is called the | pericardium |
| failing to act when one has the duty to act describes what? | nonfeasance |
| inconvenience is not an element of | negligence |
| defenses against negligence includes | tolling of the statue of limitations contributory negligence assumption of the risk |
| Though conviction of a crime, unprofessional conduct and mental incapacity are all reasons for revocation or suspension of a license _____ is not | administering atypical treatments |
| Behavior or an action that can be reasonably presumed to be consensual is | implied ocnsent |
| _____ may require notification of the appropriate health agencies | phenylketonuria |
| confidentiality is legally supported by the | privacy act |
| confidentiality is ethically supported by the concept of | beneficence, nonmaleficence, and fidelity |
| A civil wrong committed against other persons or their property is | a tort |
| A healthcare provider who guarantees the outcome of a course of treatment may be in jeopardy of committing | a breach of contract |
| negligence of a professional person is known as | malpractice |
| the least serious degree of negligence is | ordinary |
| the principle that the provider has a professional obligation to care for a patient is known as | duty |
| In most states, there is no legal duty to rescue victims EXCEPT | family members |
| In most states, rescuers can abandon an accident victim if | the victim is not placed in further peril |
| positive character traits are | virtues |
| disclosing unpleasant information to a patient is best supported by the ethical concept of | veracity |
| informed consent is most related to the concept of | autonomy |
| in Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, the need to be respected describes the | self-esteem need |
| Exhibiting immature behavior as a result of stress or anxiety describes | regression |
| an unconscious defense mechanism characterized by behavior that is the opposite of one's true feelings describes | reaction formation |
| Elisabeth Kubler-Ross is credited with establishing the | five stages of dying |
| a patient expresses fear about dying; the medical assistant should | attempt to be attentive and understanding |
| a facilliative communication technique that repeats what the patient has said to demonstrate understanding is | mirroring |
| facilitative communication techniques | exploring, focusing, and accepting |
| An unconscious defense mechanism characterized by diverting unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and impulses into acceptable behaviors | sublimation |
| Mimicking the behavior of another to cope with feelings of inadequacy is called | identification |
| The reasons a patient may desire to continue the sick role include | fear of reestablishing a responsibility, financial gain, and to generate sympathy and attention |
| Adopting a view of other persons relative to their situation and experience is known as | empathy |
| Interacting with a health professional as one would interact with a parental figure is known as | transference |
| The process of converting meaning to understandable symbols is known as | encoding |
| A malingerer or hypochondriac may be inappropriately labeled a | crock |
| What number of lines of text represent 1 inch | 6 |
| The keyboard keys most commonly used with function keys (f1-f12) are | control and alt |
| The smallest piece of information processed by a computer is the | bit |
| the process of activating the input of the operating system into main memory is known as | booting |
| the process of organizing a blank disk into sectors so that it can store data is known as | formatting |
| The number of characters contained within an inch is the | macro |
| The last paragraph line appearing alone at the top of the page is | window |
| A USB or flash drive is an example of what kind of storage medium | solid state |
| the number of lines separating the inside address and the salutation is | 2 |
| semiblock describes a letter format in which | The fist line of each paragraph is indented five spaces |
| annual reports are best filed using a | subject system |
| A simple method to check the accuracy of postal scale is to see if 1 once is displayed when weighing ____ pennies | 9 |
| The class of mail delivery of books and manuscripts of at least 24 pages is | special fourth class |
| Fist-class mail that is insured is | registered mail |
| What type of punctuation is demonstrated here "Dear Mrs. Smith:" | Mixed |
| reference notation comes right after the | signature line |
| a provider's resume is often the form of a | curriculum vitae |
| the number of lines separating the complimentary close and the signature line typically is | 4 |
| Long letters will typically have what size margins? | 1 inch |
| A summary of a manuscript in 100 to 200 words is known as what? | an abstract |
| Scheduling the number of patients that can be seen in 1 hour based on the average appointment describes the | wave system |
| When a pharmaceutical rep arrives unannounced, it is best to ________ | Request a business card and see if the healthcare provider is available for a visit |
| A different color ink is commonly used when recording appointments to denote | new patients |
| When making international calls, the international access code is | 011 |
| Patients arriving with an emergency condition should be | seen right away |
| The bank is also known as the | drawee |
| Categorizing accounts according to the number of days the accounts are past-due describes | aging accounts recievable |
| The MA who is compensated every other Friday is being paid | biweekly |
| a property or right owned by a business defines | asset |
| a signature card must be completed to | open a checking account |
| special characters that simplify the sorting and routing of financial documents are | MICR |
| another term for ABA number | routing number (nine digits) |
| a check that the bank refuses to pay is | dishonored |
| a personal record of relevant information concerning a check and the checking account balance is a | a check register |
| carbonless copies of checks use a special paper known as | NCR |
| a check that has been honored and stamped to prevent its reuse is | cancelled check |
| funds legally removed from a practice for personal use are often classified as | drawing |
| an accounting document that serves to record all daily transactions is a | journal |
| a financial statement that summarizes revenue and expense for a specified period is the | income statement |
| a fee a provider most frequently charges for a service | usual |
| lower fees typically paid by third-party payers refer to | contractual allowance |
| billing segments of the patient population descibes | cycle billing |
| a healthcare entitlement program for the indigent that is funded by both state and federal revenues but is administered by the stated is | medicaid |
| a prepaid health plan that emphasizes health prevention and promotion is a (n) | HMO |
| a purchase agreement provision that covers the cost of repair due to faulty design or manufacturing is a | warranty |
| Protocol regarding who reports to whom within an organization's hierarchy is the | chain of authority |
| a gratuitous payment for professional services for which custom or propriety forbids a price to be set is a | honorarium |
| a direction to consider additional codes is | see category |
| The quoted portion of Hypertension "orthostatic, benign, simple" defines a | nonessential modifier |
| An organizational arrangement that provides medical services for a fixed, prepaid fee best describes a | HMO |
| Integrating the carious resources to meet organizational objectives is known as | coordinating |
| AOB means | assignment of benefits |
| a fixed, prepaid fee per person enrolled in a managed care program is | capitation |
| according to ICD-9 coding conventions, malignant hypertension is | a sever form with vascular damage |
| Title 18 of the social security act best describes | medicare |
| The acronym PERRLA is typically recorded in what part of the review of systems | head and neck |
| The S of SOAP notes comprises | data provided by the patient describing signs, symptoms and feelings |
| The typical pulse range for adults is | 60-100 |
| The position of choice for orthopnea is | Fowler's |
| Attempting to assess a patient's condition by ruling out certain possibilities describes | differential diagnosis |
| An examination method that requires the use of a stethoscope is | ausculation |
| Initial examination of the breasts is usually performed when the patient is in what position | sitting |
| The Romberg test is associated with what examination | otorhinolaryngological |
| questions regarding each of the major body systems and parts are known as | ROS |
| a common abbreviation for biopsy is | Bx |
| an agent that mechanically removes contaminants from objects is a | detergent |
| a normal adult respiratory rate is | 14 to 16/min |
| Which of the following is NOT a type of medical practice? A. association practice B. group practice C. professional association D. solo practice E. limited specialty practice | professional association |
| The phone should be answered promptly by the | second ring |
| Questions regarding fees should always be referred to | the billing department |
| Another name for the office charge slip | super bill |
| Term for scheduling that provides flexability | wave scheduling |
| ADA | Americans with Disabilities Act |
| The following are all expendable clinical office supplies EXCEPT A. paper patient exam gowns B. EKG machine paper C. tongue depressors D. appointment books E. percussion hammers | percussion hammer |
| How many total bones are in the thoracic vertebrae? | 12 |
| How many total bones are in the cervical vertebrae? | 7 |
| How many total bones are in the lumbar vertebrae? | 5 |
| The midsection (shaft) of a long bone is called | diaphysis |
| Two bones of the lower leg | tibia and fibula |
| How soon after arrival should a patient be greeted | within three minutes |
| PSYCHOLOGY The defense mechanism that covers up weakness by emphasizing a more desirable trait is known as | Compensation |
| PSYCHOLOGY Rechanneling unacceptable behavior into acceptable behavior | Sublimation |
| PSYCHOLOGY A defense mechanism where a person replaces one emotion with another | Substitution |
| PSYCHOLOGY Returning to a previous behavior (including behaviors which are much less mature for ones age) | Regression |
| Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) classifies laboratories into how many categories? | Three |
| What are the three divisions of CLIA laboratories? | Waived tests only Tests of moderate complexity Physician-performed microscopy |
| What is the average rectal temperature? | 99.6°F |
| What does the QRS complex represent? | contraction of the ventricals |
| Specific term for labored or difficult breathing when lying flat? | orthopnea |
| Preferred position for a patient having breathing difficulty | Fowler's (head of bed is elevated) |
| What instrument is used to perform a minimally invasive medical exam of the the large intestine from the rectum through the last part of the colon? | sigmoidoscope |
| Term that refers to coughing up blood or blood-stained sputum | hemoptysis |
| What instrument is used to measure intraocular pressure (IOP)? | tonometer |
| Tissue death due to lack of blood supply | infarct |
| Inadequate or decreased blood supply to a local area due to blockage of blood vessels | ischemia |
| What is the first line of defense against invading microorganisms? | intact skin |
| What is the normal color of urine? | Straw |
| Urine with pH higher than 7.2 is often seen when a person has | ANY of THESE: a high protein diet a fever infested large amounts of vitamin C diarrhea |
| How long should urine be centrifuged prior to microscopic examination? | 5 minutes |
| What makes up the greatest amount of solid components in blood? | erythrocytes |
| What is the smallest formed elements in blood? | platelets |
| Second largest component of blood | leukocyte |
| Phagocytes and Lymphocytes are components of | leukocytes |
| Normal range for adult female hemoglobin | 12 to 16 g/dl |
| Normal range for adult male hemoglobin | 14 to 18 g/dl |
| When drawing blood for a PT/PTT (prothrombin time and partial thromboplastin time), what color collection tube top should be used? | Light blue top (sodium citrate) |
| Low hematocrit is associated with | hemorrhage anemia bone marrow problems and chemotherapy |
| Which controlled substance schedule has the highest potential for addiction and abuse? | Schedule I |
| In a normal routine practice, how far ahead of time should an appointment book be "blocked out" | six months |
| How is computer memory measured | in gigabytes |
| After a patient account has been turned over for collection, what should the MA do? | not attempt to contact the patient |
| The Alpha-Z® method of filing is based on | Color codes based on 13 colors |
| Medical records of individual healthcare providers must be stored for what length of time after the last treatment date? | 7 years |
| What is the military insurance plan for active and retired members of the military and their dependents? | CHAMPUS |
| Most commonly used claim form | CMS-1500 insurance claim form |
| Within ICD-9 coding guidelines, E codes | present data for injury research |
| ICD-9 codes which indicate an injury, poisoning, or adverse effect due to an external cause | E codes |
| In medical offices, patient instruction booklets are used primarily to | standardize instruction procedures |
| What part of the heart located in the right atrium generates the sinus rhythm? | SA node |
| The contraction and relaxation of the atria and ventricles equals how many cardiac cycles | one |
| Which lead is NOT used in EKG reading? | RL - right leg is the ground not the lead |
| The normal P wave covers how many squares on EKG paper | three |
| Consent for treatment is unnecessary for | emergent life and death situations |
| Insurance fraud occurs most frequently in what type of claim? | Medicare claim |
| Who has the greatest responsibility for accurate documentation and completion of insurance forms? | the physician |
| What is the customary probation period for a new employee? | three months |
| Bones of the fingers | phalanges |
| surgical removal of the gallbladder | cholecystectomy |
| What is NOT a potentially infectious material? | sweat |
| How many years does OSHA require records for employee hepatitis vaccinations be kept on file? | 30 |
| Optimal temp at which exam rooms are to be kept | 75° |
| Unit of measurement used to measure occupational radiation exposure | rem |
| Prior to having a mammogram, a patient should not | wear deodorant |
| realignment of a fracture | reduction |
| While waiting for the physician, a patient may develop increased blood pressure and general anxiety - WHAT IS THIS KNOWN AS? | white coat syndrome |
| What are the five Cs of communication? | complete, clear, concise, courteous and chohesive |
| Insurance fraud occurs most frequently in what type of claim? | Medicare claim |
| Who has the greatest responsibility for accurate documentation and completion of insurance forms? | the physician |
| Insurance fraud occurs most frequently in what type of claim? | Medicare claim |
| Who has the greatest responsibility for accurate documentation and completion of insurance forms? | the physician |
| What is the customary probation period for a new employee? | three months |
| Bones of the fingers | phalanges |
| surgical removal of the gallbladder | cholecystectomy |
| What is NOT a potentially infectious material? | sweat |
| How many years does OSHA require records for employee hepatitis vaccinations be kept on file? | 30 |
| Optimal temp at which exam rooms are to be kept | 75° |
| Optimal temp at which exam rooms are to be kept | 75° |
| Prior to having a mammogram, a patient should not | wear deodorant |
| Unit of measurement used to measure occupational radiation exposure | rem |
| Unit of measurement used to measure occupational radiation exposure | rem |
| realignment of a fracture | reduction |
| Prior to having a mammogram, a patient should not | wear deodorant |
| Prior to having a mammogram, a patient should not | wear deodorant |
| While waiting for the physician, a patient may develop increased blood pressure and general anxiety - WHAT IS THIS KNOWN AS? | white coat syndrome |
| realignment of a fracture | reduction |
| distance between heat lamp and patients skin | 2 to 4 feet |
| While waiting for the physician, a patient may develop increased blood pressure and general anxiety - WHAT IS THIS KNOWN AS? | white coat syndrome |
| What are the five Cs of communication? | complete, clear, concise, courteous and chohesive |
| What are the five Cs of communication? | complete, clear, concise, courteous and chohesive |
| Position for pelvic exam | lithotomy |
| distance between heat lamp and patients skin | 2 to 4 feet |
| distance between heat lamp and patients skin | 2 to 4 feet |
| What is the name for a payer's check that is guaranteed by the bank? | certified check |
| Position for pelvic exam | lithotomy |
| Position for pelvic exam | lithotomy |
| vessels that carry deoxygenated blood | pulmonary artery |
| vessels that carry deoxygenated blood | pulmonary artery |
| Albumin in the urine can be indicative of | hypertension heart failure renal disease and diabetes |
| Albumin in the urine can be indicative of | hypertension heart failure renal disease and diabetes |
| Correct compression ratio for child or infant (1 rescuer) | 15 to 2 |
| In an inflammatory response, the leukocytes attack and consume invading pathogens in a process called | phagocytosis |
| In an inflammatory response, the leukocytes attack and consume invading pathogens in a process called | phagocytosis |
| In a second degree burn, the burned area is | red and edematous |
| In a second degree burn, the burned area is | red and edematous |
| What is considered a solid and not classified as medical waste? | tissue |
| crushing of a kidney stone | lithotripsy |
| fastest mail | express |
| standard mail | first-class |
| Who owns the patient's medical record? | The medical practice |
| what would require revocation of a physician's license to practice medicine? | conviction of a felony |
| Blood re-enters the heart via | the right atrium |
| Exhibiting immature behavior from stress and anxiety describes | regression |
| wrist bones | carpals |
| -osis | condition of |
| xanth- | yellow |
| accessory organ of digestive system | gallbladder |
| outermost layer of skin | epidermis |
| opposite of distal | proximal |
| federal law states that a clinic must have at least ____ accessible entrance | one |
| The address and salutation should be separated by ___ line (s). | two |
| Intramuscular injection needle length | 1 to 1 1/2 inch |
| Subcutaneous injection needle length | 5/8 to 1/2 inch |
| Intradermal injection needle length | 1/4 to 1/2 inch |
| Three-point gate describes what equipment? | crutches |
| The presence of hemoglobin in the urine is likely indicative of | urinary hemorrhage |
| CPK | a cardiac enzyme |
| Title 19 of the Social Security Act best describes | Medicaid |
| Changing an existing field, record, or file in a database is called | modification |
| In what filing process are documents date and time stamped | Conditioning |
| the dateline in a letter should be at least ____ line (s) below the letterhead | three |
| A ____ is when a point value is assigned to the service performed based on the time, knowledge, and skill required | RVS |
| Most states pose a limit of less than ____ when pursuing collections through small-claim courts. | $5,000 |
| Which appendix in the ICD-9-CM identifies the three-digit category codes organized by section headings? | E |
| What is a postage meter not used for? | a scale |
| COBRA requires that government claim forms and attachments be maintained for at least | 5 years |
| What type of fidelity bond would cover a bookkeeper? | Position-schedule bond |
| EPSDT stands for | Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment |
| Computer programs that are designed to erase files or compromise data integrity are called | time bombs |
| a fixed, prepaid fee per person enrolled in a managed care program is a | capitation |
| Scheduling patients during an hour with a staggering approach describes the | modified wave system |
| Brackets [] in ICD-9-CM are used to enclose | synonyms, alternative words, or explanatory phrases |
| Claims for Blue Cross/Blue Shield should be rebilled if not paid within | 40 days |
| Generally, garnishment cannot exceed _____ of disposable income | 25% |
| Code set for medical, surgical and diagnostic services | CPT Category I |
| "F codes" Performance Measurements (optional) codes 0001F-7025F | CPT Category II |
| "T codes" Emerging Technology Codes 0016T-0207T | CPT Category III |
| 99201-99499 | Evaluation and Management CPT |
| 00100-01999 | Anesthesia CPT |
| 10021-69990 | Surgery CPT |
| 70010-79999 | Radiology CPT |
| 80048-89356 | Pathology and Laboratory CPT |
| 90281-99602 | Medicine CPT |
| Which form is required for employers withholding taxes from employees? | SS-4 |
| An insurance policy designed to pay fees not covered by conventional plans is | companion plan |
| The ____ influences what insurance companies will allow and pay for services | fee profile |
| the common term used to describe malpractice professional liability or legal responsibility is | malpractice |
| Pulling an infant to a sitting position causes the eyes to open is called the _____ reflex? | China doll |
| Mimicking the behavior of another to cope with feelings of inadequacy is called | identificaiton |
| The imaginary plane dividing the body into equal right and left halves is | Midsagittal |
| The imaginary plane dividing the body into top and bottom halves is | Transvers |
| The imaginary plane dividing the body into front and back halves is | coronal |
| Developmental stage which best identifies behaviors ages 65 to death? | Integrity vs. Despair |
| Negligence of a professional person is known as | malpractice |
| State statute adopted by all 50 states that defines the practice of medicine, licensing requirements, and guidelines for license revocation or suspension | Medical Practice Act |
| Organelle responsible for energy production | mitochondria |
| document appointing an individual (chosen by patient) to represent patient's interests | Durable power of attorney |
| The body region overlying the stomach is the | epigastric |
| Metric prefix "centi-" means | one hundredth |
| Emergencies and emergency care should be documented | immediately |
| Test performed to determine near vision acuity | Jaeger test |
| Amoeba, trophozoite, and intestinal flagellates are all types of | Parasites |
| How many doses of DTap are given to children before they are 7 yr old | 5 |
| Test designed to detect the heterophil antibody associated with infectious mononucleosis | MonoSpot |
| how many compressions should be given to an adult in 18 seconds? | 30 |
| Abnormal hemoglobin molecule responsible for sickle cell anemia | Hemoglobin S |
| _____ is given to an infant between one to two months of age | Hep B |
| The normal range for an HbA1c is | 4-5.9% |
| vaccines should be stored | in accordance with manufacturer guidelines |
| urinary casts are reported as the | number per low power field |
| What agar plates are streaked for a cervical specimine | TM and CHOC |
| What is blood mixed with for a CRP test | antiserum |
| Condition which may cause a false-positive result for HCG pregnancy test | Hematuria |
| AEDs should be checked for efficiency | every shift |
| Normal CRP levels | do not exist |
| An external hemorrhage from an artery would present with the following signs or symptoms | Bright red blood |
| Rule not to follow when calculating children's dosages | Jone's rule |
| In hostile conditions, some bacteria develop a protective coating called an | endospore |
| best time to collect a sputum specimine | first thing in the morning |
| test to determine pulmonary disease by measuring air capacity of the lungs | spirometry |
| When centrifuging urine for microscopic analysis- how much needs to be used | 10-12 ml |
| What is the largest WBC | monocyte |
| a common liquid culture media | TSB (tryptic soy broth) |
| Sterile cover placed over a wound | dressing |
| nutritional elements that serve as catalysts for efficient metabolism are | vitamins |
| how long do unwrapped instruments and supplies usually require in the autoclave to reach sterilization | 30 min |
| intestinal worms | enterobius vermicularis |
| The ____ reflects the electrical impulse of the heart emanating from the atria | P wave |
| Type of engineering catrol | Sharps container |
| What should be assessed first when rendering first aid? | pulse |
| _____ is the process of cleaning or freeing materials, especially instruments, from dirt | sanitization |
| According to CPT coding conventions, complexity of medical decision making is NOT based on this criteria | the cost of diagnostic or management services |
| An employer is responsible for ____ of the total taxable employee earnings to be paid to FICA | none of these answers |
| Which type of fidelity bond would cover a bookkeeper? | Position-schedule bond |
| Which of the following types of coding systems is a prospective fixed medicare fee structure for a hospital billing? | DRG |
| First-class mail that is insured | registered mail |
| The ____ influences what insurance companies will allow and pay for | fee profile |
| Changing an existing field, record or file in a database is called | modification |
| The dateline in a letter should be at least ___ lines below the letterhead | three |
| Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider for supply inventory and requestion? | Lead-point |
| A ____ is when a point value is assigned to the service performed based on the time, knowledge, and skill required | RVS |
| Which form is required for employers withholding taxes from employees? | SS-4 |
| The common term used to describe professional liability or legal responsibility is | malpractice |
| Which of the following would be indexed last? | Alfred O. San Luis |
| A desktop personal computer is called a | microcomputer |
| a fixed, prepaid fee per person enrolled in a managed care program is called a | capitation (not premium) |
| Title 19 of the Social Security Act describes | Medicaid |
| Which of the following codes best characterizes an E/M code? | 99214 |
| The ___ requires written disclosure regarding fee payments in more than four installments | Truth in Lending Act of 1969 |
| Records requested by patients or third parties can be released if | BOTH the Provider grants the approval and the Patient grants consent |
| painful sexual intercourse | dyapareunia |
| which one of these is NOT a defense against a breach of contract? | All of these answers are defenses |
| Failure to act when there is a duty to act | NONFEASANCE |
| Negligence of a professional person is known as | malpractice |
| psychological development according to Erickson occurs in Eight stages... the Initiative vs. guilt stage occurs at what age? | 3 to 5 years |
| Which of the following terms is spelled incorrectly? | Rabdomyoma |
| When centrifuging urine for microscopic analysis, the MA should use | 10-12 ml |
| Which one of the following is NOT an example of a material requiring the use of standard precautions | hair |
| The American Diabetes Association recommends a HbA1c test to monitor normal sugar level every | 3-6 months (A1c done every 3 to 6 months) |
| Which of the following statements is most correct regarding eye instillation? | Medications must be allowed to warm up to room temperature |
| All of the following drugs should be on a crash cart EXCEPT | acetaminophen tablets |
| Arterial Depolarization | P wave |
| The SA node represents which waveform on the EKG? | P wave |
| What is the primary stage of hemolisis? | vascular phase and platelet phase together |
| What is Electrophoresis | analyziation of the chemical components of blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid based on an electrical charge |
| Hemostasis (the stoppage of bleeding)Stages | 1. vascular, 2. platelet phase, 3. coagulation phase, 4. fibronolysis |
| The average adult contains how many liters of blood? | 5-6 liters |
| What is the percentage of water in blood? | 92% |
| What percentage of plasma is in blood? | 55% |
| Percentage of formed elements in blood | 45% |
| 99% of formed elements in blood | RBCs |
| What cells contain hemoglobin? | Erythrocytes |
| Where do blood cells originate? | Bone marrow |
| 2nd most numerous WBC | Lymphocytes |
| carries histamine | basophil |
| preferred site for venipuncture | antecubital fossa |
| PT, PTT and APTT are all used to monitor what | monitors the use of warfarin / heparin therapy AKA probrombin time (use Light Blue Top) |
| Gauge that can cause hemolysis | 23 or smaller |
| Coagulation studies (PT etc.) draw tube | Light Blue Top |
| CBC, ESR, sickle cell screening draw tube | Lavendar Top (EDTA) |
| How long does it take for blood to clot bey normal coagulation process in the red top tube | 30-60 min |
| What percentage of population has D antigen (+pos)? | 85% |
| Which blood type has neither the Anti-A nor the Anti-B plasma antibodies? | AB (rarest if also -) |
| mycology | study of fungi |
| low power microscope magnifying power | X100 |
| Oil immersion objectives reach maximum magnification of | X1000 |
| ul | micro liter |
| dm | Decimeter |
| gram stain positive | purple |
| gram stain negative | red |
| specific gravity normal range | 1.005-1.030 |
| Phenenylketonuria (PKU) | report to agency |
| Normal WBCs | nuetrophil, eosinophil, basophil, lyphocyte |
| Normal INR ratio | 2to3 |
| instrument used to remove polyps | snare |
| normal urine output for 24/hr | 1200 - 1500 mL |
| a PT treatment which passes heath through to deeper tissues beyond the skin | diathermy |
| highlighted documents have been | annotated |
| atypical treatments | are okay... due to informed consent and attempts to cure |
| When nitrites are (pos +) on urine | WBCs would be present |
| FUTA taxes are | paid by emplpoyer |
| guides and determines depth of surgical incision | director |
| Financial transactions are initially recorded in the | general journal |
| Unclear vision caused by hardening of the crystaline lens is common among elderly | presbyopia |
| Difficult pt needs temp | aural (ear) is best bet |
| pertaining to diaphragm | phrenic |
| addition to insurance policy | addendum |
| a direction to consider other codes | see also |
| engineering control | sharps container (device designed for work practices) |
| a provided who is negligent may be charged with | malpractice |
| Forceps used to stop the flow of blood | hemostat (hemo - blood and stasis- stop) |
| annual reports should be filed using | subject system |
| organization's ability to pay its debts | solvency |
| turning a body part inward | inversion |
| Negligence of a professional person is called | malpractice |
| outermost layer of the uterus | epimetrium |
| state to state practice of health care workers | reciprocity |
| diaphoresis | excessive sweating - usually associated with shock and other medical emergencies |
| Romberg test | done by ENT - tests loss of position when standing erect w/eyes closed |
| instrument equipped w/ a light | scope |
| the true skin | dermis |
| Example of schedule IV drug | valium |
| Failing to order an X-ray of joint injury | nonfeasance |
| how many leads? | 12 |
| group of procedures associated with a diagnosis | DRG |
| Rx symbol is classified as | superscription (Latin abbreviation for signetur) |
| URI | upper respiratory infection |
| protein in infant urine | PKU |
| suffix -kinesis | movement |
| double membranous sac that envelopes the heart | pericardium |
| instrument (not clinitek) used to determine specific gravity | refractometer |
| Vitamin C deficiency | scurvy |
| blood condition | -emia |
| herniation of a joint capsule | arthrocele |
| account balance represents | difference between debits and credits |
| number of characters contained within an inch | pitch (a pinch to grow an inch) |
| p.c. | after meals |
| a.c. | before meals |
| excessive swallowing | polyphagia |
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