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S1 Exam Review - MED

S1 Exam Review

QuestionAnswer
Pt's blood pressure and pulse. SOAP Objective
Will continue to monitor Pt. SOAP Plan
A patient's social history includes all of the following EXCEPT: traumatic injuries
Which of the following is an example of an objective symptom? b. red rash on both arms
adult pulse 60 to 100
rectal temp 98.6 to 100.6 F
child RR 16 to 25
infant RR 30-50
adult RR 14-18
oral temp 97.6 to 99.6F
axillia 96.6 to 98.6 F
temporal temp 97.2 to 100.1F
PPE includes all of the following except: eye wash
Which of the following is another name for supine position? horizontal recumbent
Abdominal tenderness when pressure applied. SOAP Objective
A ____ conrners are used to hold the bed linen firmly in place. To make this corner , pick up the sheet about ____inches from the head of the bed. Form a triangle with a ____ angle. Tuck the _____ portion under____down and tuck it with the other hand. miltered, 12, 45, lower, triangle
A patient is hesitant when trying to describe her symptoms and concerns. Which of the following interviewing techniques might the medical assistant use to encourage the patient to further elaborate? Be patient and use silent pauses to allow the patient time to speak.
All of the following are age-appropriate interview techniques EXCEPT: speak loudly to elderly patients and repeat every question
Increase Fluoxitine to 10mg twice per day. SOAP Plan
Palpatation of injury. SOAP Objective
Abbreviation for diagnosis dx
A self-assessment questionnaire may be most helpful with which type of patient? quiet and shy
The patient states, "I'm so afraid to get the test results. I'm afraid that I might have cancer." The medical assistant's best response is to state: "Your feelings are understandable. Be sure to discuss your concerns with your physician"
The first thing a medical assistant should do when exposed to a bloodborne pathogen is: wash or flush the exposed area
Which of the following would be contained in a patient's past medical history? immunizations
Major Depresive Disorder without psychotic features. SOAP Assessment
Which of the following positions would be used when listening to a patients lungs? sitting
When a medical assistant is guiding a pt back to a relevant topic, it is said she is: redirecting
Abbreviation for chief complaint _ CC
A correctly made bed provides pt comfort and protection, T or F True
" The pain started yesterday around noon" SOAP Subjective
Is the question "Describe what your weekly diet would consist of." a Directive statement? Yes
The role of the medical assistant in medical asepsis includes: frequent hand washing, understanding the cycle of infection, and proper disinfection
The medical assistant must administer a rectal suppository. In which of the following positions would she put the patient? a. lithotomy Sims' position
Example of redirected statement "You mentioned earlier that your pain was mainly in your wrist. Can you show me exactly where?"
A closed bed is made following the discharge of a pt. T or F True
All of the following are main phases of a physical examination EXCEPT: counseling
O2 sat 97%. SOAP Objective
Is the patients chief complaint subjective or objective? Subjective
Which of the following steps should be performed first when assisting physical examination? asking patient if she needs to empty bladder
The medical history contains all of the following information EXCEPT: progress notes
Which of the following is true of the source-oriented medical record? display recent visits first
What is the purpose of using red ink when taking a medical history? to record he petients allergies
During a patient history interview, the medical assistant asks the patient, "You don't participate in unprotected sexual activity, do you?" This is an example of which interviewing obstacle that should be avoided? asking judgemental questions
A draw sheet is placed about 24 to 36 inches from the head of the bed. T or F False
Wrinkles cause discmfort and can lead to pressure ulcers (bed sores). T or F True
Asthmatic - exercise induced. SOAP Assessment
When a medical assistant tells a patient that she should consider putting her children in childcare and get a job in order to reduce her stress at home, it is said the medical assistant is: offering options and advice
All of the following are parts of the interview process EXCEPT: documentation
My pain is 6 out of 10. SOAP Subjective
A physician's conclusion about a patient's condition is known as: assessment
What is an indication that a person is not listening during a conversation interrupting with questions
The following statement is an example of which type of interview technique? "It sounds like you are worried about the colonoscopy procedure the physician ordered." reflecting
Which of the following statements will most likely be understood by the average patient "This medication will help relieve your heartburn because it reduces the amount of acid that your stomach lining produces."
Referred pt to a dentist. SOAP Plan
Which of the following communication techniques should the medical assistant use when taking a chief complaint from a patient? open ended questioning
Which of the following is an example of active listening? paraphrasing the speakers message
Patients who are experiencing shortness of breath would benefit from being placed in which of the following positions? fowler
The top sheet ( sheet inder the spread) of the bed is placed on the bed wrong side up. T or F True
When placing a patient into the fowler position, the medical assistant positions the head of the exam table at: 90 degrees
Which of the following is an example of a closed question? How high was your temperature?
Abbreviation for complains of c/o
The physician ordered blood work on Mr. Meyers. This would be documented on which section of the SOAP notes? Plan
If a blanket is used on a bed, it should be placed under the top sheet and spread. T or F False
If a person is striving to meet ones own needs while violating the rights and needs of others, he is said to be: aggressive
What are 2 ways you identify your patient Name and DOB
Pt gives medical history. SOAP Subjective
Description of pain. SOAP Subjective
An occupied bed is made for the ambulatory pt. T or F False
Most beds are made completely on one side then the other. T or F True
Which of the following is an error when documenting in a patient's medical record? using correction fluid to correct an error.
Begin PT twice per week. SOAP Plan
Abbreviation for patient _ Pt
Draw sheets are used to protect the mattress and move pt if needed. T or F True
Which of the following techniques is most effective when interviewing a talkative patient? Set clear expectations for the interview and redirect the patient as needed.
The patient is lying flat on the examination table with her legs apart, knees bent, and her feet at the edges of the table. What position is the patient in? dorsal recumbent
When should you clean the examination rooms? immediately after each patient visit
Whats an open ended question for your patient What brings you in today?
Statement that guides the listener in discussing topics as directed. directive statment
Guiding the patient back to relevant subject matter redirecting
Word created from the first letters of a series of words acronym
Validating the patient’s feelings and concerns reflecting
Empathetic relationship rapport
Nonverbal communication that indicated the listener has heard the message and concerns of the patient active listening
Rewording a statement to check for accuracy. restating
Clarifying the patient’s key issues summarizing
Communication strategy that allows the patient time to process information and formulate a response. silence
Question that requires more than a one-word answer open ended question
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