A Mean-O-Acid
During an EKG tracing, which of the following is the first upward wave seen directly after the P wave?
R wave
What does "Hakuna Matata" mean?
No Worries!
Which mammal is known to have the most powerful bite?
Hippopotamus
In which color tube would an MA draw a hematology test such as a CBC?
Lavender
Which plane divides the body into upper and lower sections?
Transverse
Under their white fur, what color is a polar bear's skin?
Black
Which legal document designates someone to make medical decisions for a patient if they are unable to do so?
Durable Power of Attorney
Extreme fatigue is often associated with this disease caused by the Epstein Barr virus.
Mononucleosis
What is the name of the universal claim form used for medical billing?
CMS-1500
When caring for a patient with tuberculosis, which transmission route should the MA take precautions against?
Airborne
What classification of medication is used to treat a cough?
Anti-tussive
If an MA splashes a chemical in her eye, how long should she flush her eyes at the eyewash station?
In what supply category would an MA put a wheelchair?
Durable medical equipment
In which organelle is most of the cell's DNA found?
Nucleus
Simplified
This organ is responsible for producing vitamin D.
Skin
A patient's mom calls. Her daughter needs to take 15 ml of medication and wants to know how many teaspoons this is. What should the MA tell her?
3 tsp.
A patient comes to the office with a throbbing headache. Where would the MA record this information in the SOAP note?
Subjective
What is the normal level of an A1c?
Which defense mechanism includes analyzing a situation with facts, not emotion? "She broke up with me because work is so stressful, not because she doesn't love me."
Intellectualization
What instrument should be used to determine a patient's range of motion?
Goniometer
This urgent situation occurs when a patient loses an excessive amount of blood or bodily fluids.
hypovolemic shock
When applying a compression bandage to a patient's extremity, the MA should wrap the bandage from the farthest point from the patient's trunk and move to the nearest point. How would you describe this progression in medical terms?
Distal to proximal
A patient is being seen by her PCP after being hospitalized for pneumonia. What document should the MA make sure is available for the provider to review before seeing the patient?
Discharge summary
What form is completed by a physician and details a patient's end of life care?
POLST (Physician Order of Life Sustaining Treatment). (formerly MOLST)
A patient is complaining of wheezing and some chest tightness due to allergy symptoms. After ruling out cardiac issues, the doctor prescribes a steroid. What is the purpose of the steroid?
To reduce inflammation.
What temperature does an autoclave need to be at a minimum to ensure sterilization?
250 *F
Aggressive
This act requires reporting of adverse events after a vaccine. Reported information includes date of administration, lot and exp number, and medical provider information.
National Childhood Vaccine Act
If a patient has a positive allergy scratch test, what is the next step the provider will order?
Intradermal testing
An MA notices multiple P waves in between each QRS complex in an EKG tracing. Which abnormal rhythm is occurring?
Atrial Flutter
According to OSHA, how often must the exposure control plan be reviewed with employees?
Annually and after any updates
Which term describes the practice of billing for a higher level of service than was actually provided?
upcoding
What type of administration is used to give a Mantoux test?
Intradermal
Monitoring unpaid accounts to determine how overdue the accounts are is called:
Aging Accounts
At what age should a person have their first colonoscopy?
45