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Administrative Assisting
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What does the abbreviation BE stand for?

Barium Enema

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What does the mitochondrion do in the human body?

it is the organelle that gives the cells energy
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dactyl

finger or toe

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A BMI of less than 18.5 is condsidered?

Underweight

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What is Modified Wave Scheduling?

It is for 2 patients to arrive at a specified time and the 3rd to arrive 30 min later. 

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What does the abbreviation FUO stand for?

Fever of Unknown origin

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What is a common disease caused by this pathogen, Plasmodium Parasites?

The disease Malaria


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-phasia

speech

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Give 1 example of a major function of the Mineral Phosphorus

formation and maintenance of bones and teeth

or

energy production

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What are two types of billing methods?

Manual and Computerized

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What does the abbreviation NSAID stand for?

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory drug

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What type of cell in the human body has a flagellum?

A sperm cell

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retro-

backward, behind

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How many cups of fruit should this age group have, 31-50y/o, that is recommended?

1.5 cups for females and 2 cups for males

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What does CPT stand for and what is it for?

Current Procedural Terminology code

Used to document procedures and technical services based on services by providers in outpatient settings. Also assists in communicating data on procedures 


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What does the abbreviation NG stand for?

Nasogastric

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What is a living thing that carries pathogens?

What is a vector?

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meso-

middle

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The recommended intake for vegetable intake for this age group, 2-3y/o, is what?

1 cup

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What is Numeric Filing?

Color coding. Allows for unlimited expansion without the need to shift files. Saves time for retrieving. Also provides additional patient confidentiality. 

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What does the abbreviation GU stand for?

Genitourinary 

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What is a course of treatment with drugs that destroy or inhibit the growth and division of malignant cells?

What is chemotherapy?

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cost

rib

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What is a major function of Fiber in the human body?

Slowing the time food takes to pass through the stomach

Adding bulk  to stool to promote normal BMs

Absorbing some waster for easier BMs

Lowering cholesterol levels

Slowing glucose absorbtion


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What is ABN stand for, and what is it?

Advanced Beneficiary Notice

A form that a patient has to sign (if they are on Medicare) if the provider thinks that the insurance might not pay for a specific service, item, or procedure. Form states that Medicare may or may not cover.

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