letty reyes
Quiz by , created more than 1 year ago

TEST REVIEW EHR ASSIGNMENT 30-40

1345
0
0
letty reyes
Created by letty reyes over 6 years ago
Close

TEST REVIEW EHR ASSIGNMENT 30-40

Question 1 of 90

1

A __________ is a system that protects the computer network from unauthorized access.

Select one of the following:

  • guard

  • shield

  • firewall

  • lock

Explanation

Question 2 of 90

1

True or false? Medication name, strength, frequency, and indication are all documented within the medication section of the patient record

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 3 of 90

1

rue or false? Medication allergies are the only allergies documented in the allergy section of the patient record

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 4 of 90

1

Which records are maintained in the patient record?

Select one of the following:

  • Health history, vital signs, and allergies

  • Vital signs

  • Allergies

  • Health history

Explanation

Question 5 of 90

1

Which part of the patient record is classified as administrative?

Select one of the following:

  • Allergies

  • Order entry

  • Demographics

  • Patient education

Explanation

Question 6 of 90

1

True or false? The medical assistant should ask a patient about his or her allergies once a year, usually during a wellness exam

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 7 of 90

1

A patient’s allergy to latex is considered what type of allergy?

Select one of the following:

  • Hereditary

  • Food

  • Medication

  • Environmental

Explanation

Question 8 of 90

1

True or false? By recording the lot number of immunizations, the medical assistant can identify patients who might have received an immunization from a batch that has been reported to have issues.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 9 of 90

1

By performing only procedures a medical assistant has been trained to, along with the approval and supervision of the physician, the medical assistant will be working within the legal __________ for medical assistants.

Select one of the following:

  • federal law

  • office policy

  • local law

  • scope of practice

Explanation

Question 10 of 90

1

rue or false? The legal scope of practice for medical assistants is decided at the federal level

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 11 of 90

1

True or false? Offering a patient advice on whether or not he or she should have a procedure is within the legal scope of practice for a medical assistant.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 12 of 90

1

Ms. Miller asks why you are injecting her son, Daniel, in the leg instead of the arm because she always receives injections in her arm. What reason do you share with her?

Select one of the following:

  • “Infants rarely stay still, so injections in arms are a little tricky.”

  • “The vastus lateralis is the most developed muscle in infants.”

  • “The leg muscle is the most developed muscle in infants.”

  • “I’m not sure. This is just how Dr. Martin ordered it.”

Explanation

Question 13 of 90

1

Which of the following is not a reason to order a DTaP immunization?

Select one of the following:

  • To protect a patient against pertussis

  • To protect a patient against lock jaw

  • To protect a patient against measles

  • To protect a patient against diphtheria

Explanation

Question 14 of 90

1

A physician would order an MMR immunization in order to:

Select one of the following:

  • protect against chicken pox.

  • protect against meningitis.

  • protect against mumps, measles and rubella.

  • screen for exposure to rubella.

Explanation

Question 15 of 90

1

True or false? A patient says she heard the MMR vaccine was administered yearly and wants to schedule two appointments for her son. The medical assistant would be acting appropriately by scheduling these appointments as requested.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 16 of 90

1

CPT criteria for assigning preventative visit codes include:

Select one of the following:

  • Patient status

  • Age and gender

  • Age and patient status

  • Severity of visit

Explanation

Question 17 of 90

1

It is important to document the __________ number and manufacturer of any immunization given.

Select one of the following:

  • warranty

  • social securtiy

  • tube

  • lot

Explanation

Question 18 of 90

1

True or false? The best time to document the administration of an immunization is before it is administered.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 19 of 90

1

The __________ is the metric unit of weight used to measure solids.

Select one of the following:

  • pound

  • inch

  • liter

  • gram

Explanation

Question 20 of 90

1

Which of the following statements is false?

Select one of the following:

  • The basic metric units of measurement are the gram, liter, and meter.

  • Pharmaceutical companies use the Apothecary system to measure and label medication.

  • The metric system employs a uniform decimal scale based on units of 10.

  • The metric units used most often in the administration of medication in the medical office are the milligram, gram, milliliter, and the cubic centim

Explanation

Question 21 of 90

1

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

Select one of the following:

  • Medications are not measured in household weights, but many prescriptions contain directions using the household measurements of volume.

  • Pediatric medications frequently are packaged as liquids, and the label gives instructions for the medication to be given in household measurements.

  • The metric system is used in most American homes.

  • The basic measure of weight in the household system is the pound (lb); the basic measure of volume is the drop (gtt).

Explanation

Question 22 of 90

1

The __________ is the metric unit of volume used to measure liquids.

Select one of the following:

  • inch

  • liter

  • gram

  • pound

Explanation

Question 23 of 90

1

Augmentin is in which class of drugs?

Select one of the following:

  • Antidiarrheal

  • Antibacterial

  • Antifungal

  • ACE inhibitor

Explanation

Question 24 of 90

1

Any herbal supplements a patient takes should be documented in the __________ section of the patient record.

Select one of the following:

  • medication

  • allergy

  • problem list

  • patient education

Explanation

Question 25 of 90

1

When documenting an immunization, the medical assistant must document the type of vaccine, date administered, VIS information, lot number, and __________

Select one of the following:

  • manufacturer

  • texture

  • weight

  • color

Explanation

Question 26 of 90

1

True or false? Only the medical office that administered the immunization needs to have a record of the immunization.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 27 of 90

1

True or false? Documents in a paper medical record are usually arranged in chronological order.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 28 of 90

1

True or false? If a medical assistant diagnoses a patient condition, he or she is practicing outside of the standard of care for a medical assistant.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 29 of 90

1

True or false? All medical assistants can legally perform injections under the supervision of a physician.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 30 of 90

1

True or false? In order to practice within the standard of care for a medical assistant, the medical assistant needs to know what they are legally allowed to do according to state law.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 31 of 90

1

A physician asks a medical assistant to perform a procedure that the medical assistant has not been trained to do. How should the medical assistant respond?

Select one of the following:

  • The medical assistant should tell the physician that he or she would be happy to perform the procedure and then use a procedure manual for reference.

  • The medical assistant should tell the physician he or she would be happy to perform the procedure and then just figure it out.

  • The medical assistant should just say, “I don’t know how to do it.”

  • The medical assistant should tell the physician that he or she has not been trained to perform this procedure, but that he or she will find someon

Explanation

Question 32 of 90

1

Which of the following statements is false?

Select one of the following:

  • The oral route is the most convenient and most used method of administering medication.

  • Oral administration means that the drug is given by mouth in either a solid form or a liquid form.

  • Many patients find it easier to swallow a tablet or a capsule with a glass of water.

  • Water should never be offered after the patient has received a cough syrup.

Explanation

Question 33 of 90

1

True or false? The medical assistant does not need to know the category a particular drug or its primary use as long as he or she is following the physician order.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 34 of 90

1

When would a medical assistant administer an oral medication in liquid form?

Select one of the following:

  • When caring for young children, elderly patients, and/or critically ill patients

  • When caring for critically ill patients

  • When caring for elderly patients

  • When caring for young children

Explanation

Question 35 of 90

1

What is the difference between administering, prescribing and dispensing medication?

Select one of the following:

  • Administering a medication is giving a patient a hand-written or electronic prescription to be filled at a pharmacy, prescriptions are given to a patient to take at the office, and dispensed medications are given to patients at the office for them to take home.

  • Administering a medication is giving a medication to a patient to take at the office, physicians prescribe medications to patients with a hand-written or electronic prescription to be filled at a pharmacy, and dispensed medications are given to patients at the office for them to take home.

  • None of the above.

  • Administering a medication is giving a patient is a hand-written or electronic prescription to be filled at a pharmacy, prescriptions are given to patients at the office for them to take home, and dispensed medications are given to a patient to take at the office.

Explanation

Question 36 of 90

1

True or false? The first step a medical assistant should take in safely calculating drug dosage is reading the label accurately.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 37 of 90

1

The physician orders 500 mg of an antibiotic STAT. The label states that the dosage strength is 250 mg/2 mL. How much should the patient receive?

Select one of the following:

  • 2 mL

  • 2 mg

  • 4 mL

  • 4 mg

Explanation

Question 38 of 90

1

The physician orders 50 mg of Imitrex to be given stat for a patient with a severe migraine. The label states “25 mg/tab” How many tablets should the patient receive?

Select one of the following:

  • One tablet

  • Two tablets

  • Four tablets

  • Three tablets

Explanation

Question 39 of 90

1

The medical assistant has given an injection to a patient. Which of the following should be included in the medication record?

Select one of the following:

  • Number of refills

  • Frequency of administration

  • None of the above

  • Route of administration

Explanation

Question 40 of 90

1

True or false? The medication record only includes prescription medications.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 41 of 90

1

True or false? A medical assistant must have a written order from a physician before administering any medications to a patient.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 42 of 90

1

Prilosec is a medication used to treat:

Select one of the following:

  • Anemia

  • Musculoskeletal injuries

  • Lacerations

  • Digestive disorders

Explanation

Question 43 of 90

1

True or false? The most common system of measurement for medication is the metric system.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 44 of 90

1

The medical assistant should perform a medication check:

Select one of the following:

  • while dispensing the medication.

  • when taking the medication out of storage.

  • when taking the medication out of storage, while dispensing the medication, and/or before returning the medication to storage.

  • before returning the medication to storage.

Explanation

Question 45 of 90

1

Why does Mr. Lupez need a tetanus shot?

Select one of the following:

  • He has a puncture wound and has not had a tetanus shot within the last 6 months

  • He has a puncture wound and has not had a tetanus shot within the last 3 years.

  • He has a puncture wound and has not had a tetanus shot within the last 10 years.

  • He has a puncture wound and has not had a tetanus shot within the last 5 years.

Explanation

Question 46 of 90

1

True or false? The route of medication administration is only documented when an injection is administered.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 47 of 90

1

Active listening includes:

Select one of the following:

  • understanding

  • listening.

  • concentrating.

  • concentrating, understanding, and listening.

Explanation

Question 48 of 90

1

True or false? Restatement, reflection, and clarification are steps of the active listening process.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 49 of 90

1

What type of history is the fact that both of Ms. Rainwater’s parents have hypertension?

Select one of the following:

  • Family history

  • Past history

  • Social history

  • Maternal

Explanation

Question 50 of 90

1

What type of history is the fact that Ms. Rainwater smokes?

Select one of the following:

  • Social history

  • Family history

  • Maternal history

  • Past medical history

Explanation

Question 51 of 90

1

What type of nonverbal signs might suggest that a patient is nervous about discussing a particular health topic?

Select one of the following:

  • Fidgeting

  • Nervous laughter

  • Lack of eye contact

  • Fidgeting, nervous laughter, and/or lack of eye contact

Explanation

Question 52 of 90

1

Some patients might express resistance when a medical assistant is trying to obtain a health history. The correct response from the medical assistant is:

Select one of the following:

  • “Would you feel more comfortable discussing this information with the physician directly? I completely understand.”

  • “Let’ just skip it then.”

  • “I’m sorry you are uncomfortable, but this is my job and we must get through this form.”

  • “Here, you are welcome to fill it out yourself then.”

Explanation

Question 53 of 90

1

True or false? Being an active listener can show a patient you are listening to their concerns.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 54 of 90

1

True or false? Touch can be a positive or negative method of communication.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 55 of 90

1

A breach of patient confidentiality is a violation of __________ , the 1996 federal legislation that addresses confidentiality, privacy, and security of patient information.

Select one of the following:

  • OSHA

  • FDA

  • HIPAA

  • AARP

Explanation

Question 56 of 90

1

The duties that a medical assistant can perform are defined at the __________ level.

Select one of the following:

  • AAMA

  • local

  • state

  • federal

Explanation

Question 57 of 90

1

True or false? Medical assistants are permitted to sign prescriptions on behalf of the physician.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 58 of 90

1

True or false? Medical assistants are required by law to be certified.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 59 of 90

1

True or False? A physician cannot delegate the medical assistant to complete the prescription form.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 60 of 90

1

By means of federal and state legislation, restrictions are placed on drugs that have potential for abuse. These drugs are known as __________

Select one of the following:

  • stimulants

  • hallucinogens

  • controlled substances

  • uncontrolled

Explanation

Question 61 of 90

1

True or false? The medical assistant should ensure that all prescription pads are kept in a safe place and out of reach of individuals who may want to obtain drugs illegally.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 62 of 90

1

A __________ is a physicians’ order authorizing the dispensing of a drug by a pharmacist.

Select one of the following:

  • prescription

  • endorsement

  • recommendation

  • reminder

Explanation

Question 63 of 90

1

True or false? When working with a patient who does not speak the same language as the medical assistant and an interpreter is not available, the medical assistant may need to use pantomime and gestures to relay his or her message.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 64 of 90

1

When language is a barrier to effective communication, a medical assistant can overcome that barrier by:

Select one of the following:

  • having an interpreter available during the appointment.

  • always asking patients if they speak English before scheduling an appointment. If they do not, then they do not get an appointment.

  • referring the patient to a clinic that deals exclusively with patients who speak that language.

  • ask another patient to help with translation.

Explanation

Question 65 of 90

1

If a medical office is unable to have an interpreter on staff, an alternate option is:

Select one of the following:

  • using a telephone or video translation service.

  • asking if someone in the waiting room can translate

  • asking if someone in the waiting room can translate, rescheduling the appointment for another day when someone would be available to translate, or usi

  • rescheduling the appointment for another day when someone would be available to translate.

Explanation

Question 66 of 90

1

True or false? The message played while patients are on hold is one opportunity for medical offices to provide information about community resources related to healthcare needs.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 67 of 90

1

True or false? When working with a patient from another culture, the medical assistant must be aware of both the verbal and non-verbal language differences.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 68 of 90

1

One way to learn more about a different culture would be to:

Select one of the following:

  • take a cultural diversity class.

  • attend cultural event in your community.

  • ask your patients about their culture.

  • ask your patients about their culture, take a cultural diversity class and/or attend cultural event in your community.

Explanation

Question 69 of 90

1

A patient is having her first gynecological exam today. She appears to be nervous and her face is flushed. Which of the following actions would be appropriate?

Select one of the following:

  • Leave the patient alone and allow the doctor to speak with the patient.

  • None of the above

  • Disregard the patient’s nerves. It’s best not to acknowledge it..

  • Ask the patient if she has any questions about the procedure.

Explanation

Question 70 of 90

1

True or false? Crossed arms are a sign that patients are relaxed and open to suggestions.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 71 of 90

1

True or false? Body language is somewhat instinctive, taught and imitative.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 72 of 90

1

True or false? Patients can be defensive when they are nervous about having a procedure. The medical assistant should always be kind and not take any patient behavior personally.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 73 of 90

1

Nonverbal signs of communication are sometimes called __________

Select one of the following:

  • being observant.

  • silence.

  • context.

  • body language.

Explanation

Question 74 of 90

1

True or false? Patient education should be conducted in a private exam room so that the patient feels more comfortable asking questions.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 75 of 90

1

True or false? If the patient is young, the medical assistant should direct all questions to the parent.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 76 of 90

1

True or false? A co-worker has just received news that her father suffered a major heart attack. You should just leave her alone so that she can process her feelings.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 77 of 90

1

True or false? Empathy and sympathy are basically the same thing.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 78 of 90

1

Which of the following practices are helpful when communicating with non-English speaking patients?

Select one of the following:

  • Communicating in a busy hall or waiting room so others can help

  • Using medical terminology

  • Using pictures to demonstrate a procedure

  • Speaking loudly

Explanation

Question 79 of 90

1

Which of the following are guidelines for communicating with non-English speaking patients?

Select one of the following:

  • Use gestures

  • Avoid slang

  • Speak slowly

  • Speak slowly, avoid slang, and use gestures

Explanation

Question 80 of 90

1

True or false? A medical assistant must communicate with people from many backgrounds and cultures.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 81 of 90

1

__________ is holding an opinion about all members of a specific group based on oversimplified views of some of the members.

Select one of the following:

  • Bias

  • Prejudice

  • Stereotyping`

  • Ethics

Explanation

Question 82 of 90

1

As with all computer-based operations, it is important that the EMR be __________ periodically to prevent the loss of information.

Select one of the following:

  • shared

  • copied

  • backed-up

  • restored

Explanation

Question 83 of 90

1

True or false? The use of electronic medical records has helped reduce the duplication of medical testing and procedures because multiple providers can have access to the same record.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 84 of 90

1

True or false? The patient temperature was 101.1°F and taken across the forehead. Should the results be documented as T: 101.1°F TA?

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 85 of 90

1

If a patient’s pulse is measured at 88 beats per minute and the respirations are 16 breaths per minute, how should the medical assistant document this data?

Select one of the following:

  • P: 16, R: 88

  • None of the above

  • P: 88, R: 16

  • 88P/16R

Explanation

Question 86 of 90

1

An accurately documented pulse will include the rate, rhythm, and __________
.

Select one of the following:

  • volume.

  • color

  • beats.

  • timing.

Explanation

Question 87 of 90

1

A medical assistant measures a patient’s weight as 56 kilograms. Convert this weight to pounds.

Select one of the following:

  • 112 pounds

  • 23 pounds

  • 56 pounds

  • 123 pounds

Explanation

Question 88 of 90

1

A medical assistant measures a patient’s height as 63 inches. This would be recorded as:

Select one of the following:

  • 5 feet, 5 inches.

  • 6 feet, 3 inches.

  • 5 feet, 3 inches.

  • 6 feet, 8 inches.

Explanation

Question 89 of 90

1

A medical assistant measures a patient’s height as 3 feet, 7 inches. Convert this height to centimeters.

Select one of the following:

  • 22.109 centimeters

  • 37 centimeters

  • 109.22 centimeters

  • 110 centimeters

Explanation

Question 90 of 90

1

A medical assistant measures a patient’s height as 56 centimeters. Convert this height to inches.

Select one of the following:

  • 22 inches

  • 34 inches

  • 15 inches

  • 30 inches

Explanation

Previous
Check answer
Next