Anatomy & Physiology
Law & Ethics
EKG & Cardio
Pharm
Clinical Patient Care
100

What is the largest organ in the human body?

Skin!

100

What does HIPAA stand for?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

100

What is an EKG test measuring?

Electrical activity of the heart

100

What are the sites commonly used for intramuscular injections?

Deltoid, Dorsogluteal, Ventrogluteal, Vastus lateralis & Rectus femoris

100

What is the first step in obtaining a patient's vital signs?

Identify the patient and explain the procedure

200

Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body?

Left ventricle

200

What is the term for a patient giving permission for treatment after being informed?

Informed consent

200

On a 12-lead EKG, which lead is commonly referred to as the "ground lead"?

Right leg

200

What is the abbreviation for “twice a day” on a prescription?

BID

200

What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

Systolic 90-120 mmHg, Diastolic 60-80 mmHg

300

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

Gas exchange

300

Which agency enforces workplace safety regulations in healthcare settings?

OSHA

300

What is the normal range for the PR interval?

0.12-0.2 seconds

300

Which drug classification lowers blood pressure?

Antihypertensives

300

How often should you reposition a bedridden patient to prevent pressure ulcers?

Every 2 hours

400

Which type of muscle is involuntary and found in the walls of hollow organs?

Smooth muscle

400

What is the term for failing to provide appropriate care, resulting in harm to a patient?

Negligence

400

What does a peaked T wave indicate?

Hyperkalemia

400

What should a medical assistant do if a medication error occurs?

Report it immediately, document, and follow protocol

400

What should you do if a patient refuses treatment?

Respect their decision, document the refusal, and inform the provider

500

What is the main function of the pancreas?

Regulates blood sugar and helps with digestion

500

What law protects healthcare workers from liability when providing emergency care outside of a clinical setting?

Good Samaritan Law

500

If a pt experiences syncope during an EKG, what would be your first action?

Stop procedure, check responsiveness, and ensure pt safety

500

What are the 6 rights of medication administration?

Right patient, medication, dose, route, time, and documentation

500

What is the proper order of the chain of infection?

Infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host

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