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A patient is prescribed a CPAP machine for use at home due to a diagnosis of sleep apnea. Which of the following qualifies this device as DMEPOS?
A. It is disposable and can be used once.
B. It is used for cosmetic improvement.
C. It is prescribed by a provider and used repeatedly in the home.
D. It can be shared among multiple patients at a clinic.
It is prescribed by a provider and used repeatedly in the home.
What is a biopsy?
A. A procedure that removes a blockage from an artery
B. A diagnostic test that measures blood sugar levels
C. The surgical removal of tissue for examination
D. The injection of medication directly into a vein
The surgical removal of tissue for examination
What is syncope?
A. A sudden loss of consciousness due to a decrease in blood flow to the brain
B. A condition where the heart beats irregularly
C. The process of healing after a surgery
D. A type of infection affecting the digestive system
A sudden loss of consciousness due to a decrease in blood flow to the brain
This diagram shows the proper technique for which procedure?
A. Measuring pulse
B. Taking blood pressure
C. Giving an injection
D. Drawing blood
Taking blood pressure
This is the first step a medical assistant should take before performing any patient procedure.
A. Wash their hands
B. Explain the procedure to the patient
C. Verify the provider’s order and obtain consent
D. Put on gloves
Verify the provider’s order and obtain consent
A medical assistant is preparing a sterile field for a minor surgical procedure. She places the sterile drape on the Mayo stand, opens the sterile packet, and then reaches across the field to adjust the drape. What mistake did the medical assistant make?
A. She forgot to wear sterile gloves before placing the drape.
B. She opened the packet too early.
C. She reached over the sterile field, risking contamination.
D. She used a Mayo stand instead of a regular table.
She reached over the sterile field, risking contamination.
What are Emergency Medical Services (EMS)?
A. A government agency that inspects hospitals
B. A set of rules for handling patient billing
C. A network of trained professionals who respond to medical emergencies
D. A service that delivers medication to patients’ homes
A network of trained professionals who respond to medical emergencies
What is erythema?
A. A condition where the skin becomes pale
B. Redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow
C. A type of skin rash caused by bacteria
D. The appearance of small, raised bumps on the skin
Redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow
What patient care technique is being demonstrated in this image?
A. Supine-to-prone transfer
B. Fowlers positioning
C. Dangling
D. Transfer with gait belt
Dangling
This piece of equipment is used to take a patient’s blood pressure.
A. Thermometer
B. Pulse oximeter
C. Otoscope
D. Sphygmomanometer
Sphygmomanometer
A patient is being discharged after a minor surgical procedure and seems anxious and forgetful. What is the best way a medical assistant can ensure the patient understands how to care for their wound at home?
A. Give them a detailed textbook to read at home.
B. Provide only verbal instructions and ask them to sign a form.
C. Give written and verbal instructions, review them, and answer any questions.
D. Tell them to call the office if they have questions and send them home.
Give written and verbal instructions, review them, and answer any questions.
What is an automated external defibrillator (AED)?
A. A device used to monitor heart rate and blood pressure
B. A portable device that delivers an electric shock to restore normal heart rhythm
C. A machine used to perform chest compressions during cardiac arrest
D. A tool used to measure blood oxygen levels
A portable device that delivers an electric shock to restore normal heart rhythm
What is hemorrhage?
A. A condition where the body retains too much fluid
B. Severe bleeding from a blood vessel
C. The loss of muscle function due to nerve damage
D. A bacterial infection of the skin
Severe bleeding from a blood vessel
According to sterile field technique, which flap should be opened first?
A. The flap on the right
B. The flap closest to you
C. The flap farthest from you
D. Any flap – the order doesn’t matter
The flap farthest from you
This technique is used to assist a patient into a sitting position at the edge of the bed before standing.
A. Trendelenburg positioning
B. Supine rotation
C. Ambulating
D. Dangling
Dangling
During an emergency drill, a medical assistant is unable to locate pediatric doses of epinephrine in the crash cart. What is the most likely explanation for this issue?
A. Epinephrine is never stored in emergency kits due to its short shelf life.
B. Pediatric medications should have been clearly labeled and stored separately.
C. The AED replaced the need for epinephrine in emergency situations.
D. Epinephrine is not recommended for pediatric use.
Pediatric medications should have been clearly labeled and stored separately.
What is durable medical equipment (DME)?
A. Medical devices used temporarily during surgery
B. Equipment designed for short-term use in the hospital only
C. Medical devices that can be used repeatedly and are prescribed for home use
D. Non-medical devices for personal comfort
C. Medical devices that can be used repeatedly and are prescribed for home use
What is myocardial infarction?
A. A condition where the heart fails to pump blood efficiently
B. A blockage in the blood vessels of the brain
C. A heart attack caused by the interruption of blood flow to the heart muscle
D. An inflammation of the heart's outer lining
A heart attack caused by the interruption of blood flow to the heart muscle
What is the correct action shown in this diagram?
A. Contaminating the sterile field
B. Performing medical asepsis
C. Maintaining sterile technique
D. Cleaning the wound
Maintaining sterile technique
This type of asepsis involves procedures to reduce the number and transfer of pathogens.
A. Sterile asepsis
B. Surgical asepsis
C. Clean technique
D. Medical asepsis
Medical asepsis
A health care provider chooses to use 6-0 absorbable sutures on a patient's facial wound. What is the most likely reason for this choice?
A. 6-0 sutures are thick and provide maximum strength for deep wounds.
B. Absorbable sutures prevent the need for a follow-up visit.
C. The face requires heavy sutures to prevent infection.
D. Nonabsorbable sutures are not sterile enough for facial wounds.
Absorbable sutures prevent the need for a follow-up visit.
What is dehiscence?
A. The closure of a wound after surgery
B. The separation of a surgical wound’s edges before healing is complete
C. A procedure to remove dead tissue from a wound
D. The formation of a blood clot to prevent bleeding in a wound
The separation of a surgical wound’s edges before healing is complete
What is surgical asepsis?
A. The cleaning of equipment using soap and water
B. The destruction of pathogens using chemicals
C. The complete removal of all microorganisms and spores from an object or area
D. The practice of using gloves and masks during a physical exam
The complete removal of all microorganisms and spores from an object or area
Which step is most critical for effectively reducing the transmission of pathogens?
A. Applying soap
B. Wetting hands
C. Scrubbing all surfaces for at least 20 seconds
D. Drying with a clean towel
Scrubbing all surfaces for at least 20 seconds
During a sterile dressing change, this is the correct method to open a sterile field without contaminating it.
A. Open the closest flap first, then the sides
B. Open all flaps simultaneously
C. Open the flap away from you first, then the sides, then the flap closest to you
D. Ask the patient to help with opening the package
Open the flap away from you first, then the sides, then the flap closest to you