A&P/ MIS
Which structure carries urine from the kidney to the bladder?
A. Urethra
B. Ureter
C. Nephron
D. Renal artery
B. Ureter
Rationale: Ureters transport urine from each kidney to the urinary bladder.
Which structure connects muscle to bone?
A. Ligament
B. Tendon
C. Cartilage
D. Bursa
B. Tendon
Tendons attach muscle to bone; ligaments connect bone to bone.
What does the suffix -ectomy mean?
A. Surgical removal
B. Visual examination
C. Incision into
D. Inflammation
A. Surgical removal
Rationale: The suffix -ectomy means surgical removal of a structure
Which practice is most effective for preventing infection transmission between patients?
A. Wearing the same gloves all shift
B. Performing hand hygiene at indicated times
C. Keeping doors closed
D. Taking antibiotics routinely
B. Performing hand hygiene at indicated times
Rationale: Hand hygiene is a core measure for preventing pathogen transmission
Which blood component primarily transports oxygen?
A. Platelets
B. Red blood cells
C. Plasma proteins
D. Leukocytes
B. Red blood cells
Which hormone lowers blood glucose?
A. Glucagon
B. Cortisol
C. Insulin
D. Thyroxine
C. Insulin
Rationale: Insulin promotes glucose uptake and storage, lowering blood glucose
A patient with limited English proficiency needs instructions. What is the best practice?
A. Use a qualified medical interpreter according to policy
B. Rely on a young child to interpret complex consent
C. Speak louder in English only
D. Skip instructions
A. Use a qualified medical interpreter according to policy
Rationale: Qualified interpreters support accurate communication and informed decision-making.
Which term means inflammation of the liver?
A. Nephritis
B. Hepatitis
C. Gastritis
D. Cystitis
B. Hepatitis
Rationale: Hepat- refers to the liver and -itis means inflammation
Which type of precaution is used for suspected pulmonary tuberculosis?
A. Contact
B. Droplet
C. Airborne
D. Standard only
C. Airborne
Rationale: Pulmonary TB requires airborne precautions, including appropriate respiratory protection and room controls
Which pulse site is commonly checked during adult CPR by trained responders?
A. Radial
B. Carotid
C. Temporal
D. Dorsalis pedis
B. Carotid
Rationale: The carotid is a central pulse site used in adult cardiac arrest assessment.
CCMA
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Which action is correct before venipuncture?
A. Identify the patient using approved identifiers and verify the test orders
B. Draw before checking the order
C. Label tubes later from memory
D. Ask another patient to confirm iden
A. Identify the patient using approved identifiers and verify the test orders
Rationale: Correct identification and order verification prevent specimen errors.
Which term means surgical repair of a joint?
A. Arthralgia
B. Arthroplasty
C. Arthroscopy
D. Arthritis
B. Arthroplasty
Rationale: Arthroplasty is surgical repair or reconstruction of a joint
What is the purpose of sterilization?
A. Reduce odors
B. Destroy all forms of microbial life, including spores
C. Remove visible dirt only
D. Kill only viruses
B. Destroy all forms of microbial life, including spores
Rationale: Sterilization eliminates all microbial life, including bacterial spores.
Which blood pressure is a low reading that warrants prompt assessment when accompanied by dizziness?
A. 122/78 mm Hg
B. 118/76 mm Hg
C. 86/54 mm Hg
D. 128/82 mm Hg
C. 86/54 mm Hg
Rationale: Low blood pressure with symptoms such as dizziness may indicate instability and needs prompt escalation.
Which route delivers medication directly into a vein?
A. Intradermal
B. Subcutaneous
C. Intramuscular
D. Intravenous
D. Intravenous
Rationale: Intravenous administration delivers medication into a vein.
A prescription is for 500 mg. Tablets contain 250 mg each. How many tablets equal the prescribed dose?
A. 0.5 tablet
B. 1 tablet
C. 2 tablets
D. 3 tablets
C. 2 tablets
Rationale: 500 mg ÷ 250 mg per tablet = 2 tablets.
What does hematuria describe?
A. Blood in urine
B. Protein in urine
C. Painful swallowing
D. Low blood sugar
A. Blood in urine
Rationale: Hematuria is the presence of blood in the urin
After a needlestick injury, what should the worker do first?
A. Hide the incident
B. Wash the area and promptly report it per protocol
C. Finish the shift before reporting
D. Apply bleach
B. Wash the area and promptly report it per protocol
Rationale: Immediate washing and prompt reporting allow timely exposure evaluation and follow-up
Where is the V1 electrode placed for a standard 12-lead ECG?
A. Fourth intercostal space, right sternal border
B. Fifth intercostal space, midclavicular line
C. Left midaxillary line at V4 level
D. Right wrist only
A. Fourth intercostal space, right sternal border
Rationale: V1 is placed at the fourth intercostal space at the right sternal border.
What does informed consent generally require?
A. A signature without explanation in every situation
B. Adequate information and a voluntary decision by a capable patient, as applicable
C. The medical assistant to independently explain every surgical risk
D. Consent from any visitor
B. Adequate information and a voluntary decision by a capable patient, as applicable
Rationale: Informed consent involves relevant disclosure, understanding, and voluntary agreement; the responsible provider obtains it as required.
What does a pulse oximeter estimate?
A. Blood glucose
B. Oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin
C. Blood pressure
D. Hemoglobin concentration directly
. B. Oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin
Rationale: Pulse oximetry estimates peripheral oxygen saturation, not blood pressure or glucose.
Which term means difficulty breathing?
A. Apnea
B. Dyspnea
C. Dysuria
D. Dysphagia
B. Dyspnea
Rationale: Dyspnea is difficult or uncomfortable brea
What should be done with a used needle immediately after use?
A. Recap with two hands
B. Bend it
C. Activate safety feature and discard in sharps container
D. Leave it on the tray
C. Activate safety feature and discard in sharps container
Rationale: Prompt safety-device activation and sharps disposal reduce needlestick risk.
Why must specimens be labeled at the point of collection according to policy?
A. To improve handwriting style
B. To ensure the specimen is matched to the correct patient
C. To avoid using identifiers
D. To replace the requisition
B. To ensure the specimen is matched to the correct patient
Rationale: Immediate, accurate labeling reduces specimen identification errors