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Medical Assistant Certification Exam, AAMA Certification, Medical Assisting

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