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Ch 7&8 CMA

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The art of sticking to something is called what? Adherence
The medical assistant can coach patients on disease prevention. What are some things that would be considered disease prevention coaching? respiratory hygiene and information on recommended vaccines
What are some things regarding coaching that can help increase compliance or adherence with the treatment plan? Provides skills, knowledge, support and confidence to manage disease
What is the health belief model? Explains what factors influence a patients health beliefs and practices.
What is a topic for disease prevention coaching? hygiene practices to little children and information on recommended vaccines
Colon cancer screenings, such as fecal stool tests, typically start at what age? 45
When working with a patient who has a language barrier what strategy should the medical assistant use? use last name, be respectful, and use simple phrases
When do medical assistant adapts to coaching the patient, what should be considered? developmental level, cultural diversity, Communication barrier.
What would be a barrier to learning in the psychomotor domain? sensory limitations and tremors and paralysis.
When working with a patient who has impaired vision, what strategy should the medical assistant use? Have the patient repeat back important information
What is the Cologuard stool DNA test? noninvasive at-home screening test for colorectal cancer. You collect a stool sample at home and mail it to a laboratory, where it is tested for: Blood in the stool, DNA changes, cancerous or precancerous cells present.
What is a topic that is addressed when coaching a patient on a MRI? Claustrophobia, identify artificial heart valves, pacemaker, cochlear implant
What should be done prior to a pap smear test? Do not douche, or tub bathe up to 60 hours prior
What teaching strategies are used for the affective domain? Discussion and role play
What strategy would work when coaching a 65-year-old man? Speak clearly, using simple phrases.
What is protein? Proteins break down into amino acids, proteins are used to grow & repair the body tissues, a source of energy in the absence of carbs.
What dairy serving is equal to 1 cup of milk? 2oz of processed cheese
At age should an adult with normal risk factors start having the annual fall risk screening? 65
What are the names of electronic cigarettes? E-Cigs, vape, pens.
How does a person prevent STI? Long term mutual monogamy or abstinence, use latex condom, and wash after intercourse.
One part of the patient's mole does not match the other half. Using the ABCDE rule for early warning signs of malignant, which letter does this involve? A: Asymmetry
What foods contain a significant source of fiber? Legumes, oats, barley, fruits, carrots and yogurt.
_________ is the process the body uses to obtain or make energy from the food eaten. Metabolism
_________ is the process of breaking down molecules into smaller molecules and energy is released. Catabolism
What are amino acids? Used as a source of energy in the absence of carbs. They form proteins and support growth and tissue repair.
What nutrient has 9Kcal/g? Fat
T/F: Glycogen works on the liver to release the stored glucagon. True
What is water? And what does it do for the body? It is the basis of fluids and is used to keep the body temp normal and to lubricate + cushion joints.
A deficiency in vitamin C causes what? Scurvy
Vitamin C can be found in what? Citrus, cauliflower, and spinach.
What are minerals? Found in the body fluids are called electrolytes.
What are triglycerides? Used for energy, increases ones risk for heart disease and can be increased w/ kidney + liver disease and can decrease by eating less sugar.
What is cholesterol? Waxy, fatlike substance created in liver, used to build cell membranes, used to make hormones.
Sam is on a low-protein diet for liver disease. What food should he limit? Meat, fish, dairy, eggs, beans, nuts + seeds.
What condition would require the use of a low sodium diet? Liver + kidney disease, Heart disease/failure, Hypertension (high blood pressure)
What condition requires monitoring the calorie intake and portion size? Weight control
What is a weight-controlled diet? Eat fruits, veggies, whole grains, lean meat, fish + poultry, eat low saturated fats, reduction of 500 to 1000 a day.
What foods would be found on a clear liquid diet? Juice with pulp.
What condition would require the use of the glycemic index "create your plate" method or carb counting? Diabetes mellitus
What mineral 1 part of hemoglobin found in the red blood cell? Iron
What mineral is involved with healthy teeth and bones? Fluoride
_______ is the process of smaller molecules being used to build larger molecules with the use of energy. Anabolism
What changes might a person have who is undergoing cancer treatment? Dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, taste +smell change, mouth sores.
A gluten free diet is used for what condition? Celiac disease
What food is not found in a gluten free diet? Barley+ malt products, triticale, whole-wheat, bread, rye.
What condition is caused by cross-reaction of allergens found in pollens, raw foods, and tree nuts. Oral Allergy Syndrome OAS (Pollen-Food Allergy Syndrome PFAS)
How does omega-3 fatty acids impact the body? Reduce depression, reduce inflammation, increase effectiveness of anti-inflammatory medication and reduce blood cholesterol.
Women who are pregnant or breast feeding should stay away from what? Raw fish and fish high in mercury
The medical assistant can coach patients on health maintenance. What are some things that would be considered health maintenance coaching? Provide patients with information on routine screenings and show patients how to do a self exam
What topic for disease prevention coaching? Hygiene practices to little children and information on recommended vaccines
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