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Study guide chapter 19&20
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1When comparing an oral temperature with a tympanic temperature, measurements are
- AIn degree centigrade
- B1° higher
- C1° lower
- DThe same
- ENot comparable
2If a rectal temperature is 100.2 F, the oral temperature should be
- A99.2°F
- B100.2°F
- C37°C
- D37.2°C
- E32°C
3The normal axillary temperature is
- A97.6°F
- B98.6 degrees Fahrenheit
- C36°C
- D37°C
- E37.6°C
4Taking a tympanic temperature requires
- AA thermometer sheath
- BAn ear probe
- CA mercury thermometer
- DAn adult patient
- EAn otoscope
5A patient with an above normal temperature is
- AAfebrile
- Bfebrile
- CApyrexic
- DPyrexic
- EPyemic
6Fever of 102°F or higher rectally are referred to as
- AAfebrile
- BFebrile
- CHyperpyrexia
- DPyrexia
- EPyemia
7A reliable thermometer that displays the body temperature on a digital screen in 2 second is the
- AAxillary thermometer
- BTympanic thermometer
- CDisposable thermometer
- DOral thermometer
- ERectal thermometer
8Patient education for fever control includes
- AKeeping uncovered to promote chilling
- BAvoiding clear liquids
- CKeeping clothing and bedding dry
- DAvoiding antipyretics
- EDrinking only clear liquids
9The normal adult body temperature is 98.6°F the Celsius equivalent is
- A37.8°C
- B37.6°C
- C36°C
- D37°C
- E37.2°C
10The Apical pulse is measured using
- AA sphygmomanometer
- BThe thumb
- CA stethoscope
- DThe index and middle fingers
- EThe ear
11The normal adult pulse range is between
- A40 and 80 BPM
- B60 and 100 BPM
- C70 and 80 BPM
- D80 and 100 BPM
- E90 and 100 BPM
12Which of the following is not a pulse location
- ARadial
- BTibial
- CBrachial
- DCarotid
- EApical
13When I pulse is obtained by listening to a stethoscope ,it is called
- AAuscultation
- BPercussion
- CPalpation
- DObservation
- EPulsation
14The volume or strength of the heartbeat can be described as which of the following
- ASoft
- BBounding
- CThready
- DStrong
- EAll of the above
15An instrument used for measuring the pulse auscultation is the
- APercussion hammer
- BThermometer
- CAudiometer
- DDoppler
- EPulse oximetry
16The characteristics of respirations include
- ARhythm , rate, and oxygenation
- BRate, oxygenation, and depth
- CRate, rhythm, depth
- DRhythm, depth , & oxygenation
- ERegularity, rate & rhythm
17Documentation of the vital signs does not include
- ADiagnosis
- BDate
- CTime
- DMethod of taking temperature
- ESignature of the medical assistant and title
18Which of the following is a factor influencing blood pressure
- AAge
- BActivity level
- CStress
- DBody position
- EAll of the above
19Which of the following is heard in blood pressure phase I
- ASoft swishing
- BSoft tapping that becomes faint
- CSystolic blood pressure
- DDiastolic blood pressure
- ERhythmic, sharp , distinct tapping
20Which of the following is heard during blood pressure phase II?
- ASoft swishing
- Bsoft tapping that becomes faint
- Csystolic blood pressure
- Ddiastolic blood pressure
- ERhythmic, sharp, distinct tapping
21Which of the following is heard during blood pressure phase III?
- Asoft swishing
- Bsoft tapping that becomes faint
- Csystolic blood pressure
- Ddiastolic blood pressure
- Erhythmic , sharp, distinct tapping
22which of the following is heard during blood pressure phase IV?
- Asoft swishing
- Bsoft tapping that becomes faint
- Csystolic blood pressure
- Ddiastolic blood pressure
- Erhythmic, sharp, distinct tapping
23Orthostatic hypotension may cause vertigo
- ATrue
- BFalse
24Apnea is the inability to breathe lying down
- ATrue
- BFalse
25In healthy adults, the average respiratory rate is 14 to 20 breaths per minute
- ATrue
- BFalse
26The pulse rate is the number of heartbeats in 1 minute
- ATrue
- BFalse
27Aspirin products are recommended as antipyretics for children older than 10 years
- ATrue
- BFalse
28Single-use disposable thermometers are as reliable as electronic, tympanic, or glass thermometers
- ATrue
- BFalse
29Abnormal sounds during inspiration or expiration are usually a sign of a disease process
- ATrue
- BFalse
30A child's body temperature may be slightly higher than an adults because of the faster metabolism in children
- ATrue
- BFalse
31During diastole, the heart contracts and forces blood out through the arteries. In systole , the heart relaxes and fills with blood
- ATrue
- BFalse
32Exercise raises the blood pressure temporarily, while inactivity or rest usually lower the pressure
- ATrue
- BFalse
33During periods of stress, the sympathetic nervous system stimulates the release of the hormone estrogen, which raises blood pressure
- ATrue
- BFalse
34It's okay to take blood pressure from a patient's shunted arm
- ATrue
- BFalse
35During blood pressure phase V, the last sound is heard and is the diastolic blood pressure
- ATrue
- BFalse
36Adults have the highest rate of respirations per minute
- ATrue
- BFalse
37Systolic and diastolic pressures result from the two parts of the [blank_start]cardiac cycle[blank_end] , the period from the beginning of one heartbeat to the beginning of the next.
- Acardiac cycle
38A patient's temperature is influenced by heat lost or produced by the body and is regulated by the [blank_start]hypothalamus[blank_end] in the brain
- Ahypothalamus
39The clinical term for sweating is [blank_start]diaphoresis[blank_end]
- Adiaphoresis
40[blank_start]Dyspnea[blank_end] is difficult or labored breathing
- ADyspnea
41[blank_start]Hypopnea[blank_end] is shallow respirations
- AHypopnea
42A (n) [blank_start]auscultatory gap[blank_end] is the loss of any sounds for a decrease of up to 30 mm Hg (sometimes more) during the release of air from the blood pressure cuff after the first sound is heard.
- Aauscultatory gap
43The difference between the systolic and diastolic readings is known as the [blank_start]pulse pressure[blank_end]
- Apulse pressure
44Blood pressure that decreases suddenly when the patient stands from sitting or lying position is called [blank_start]postural hypotension[blank_end]
- Apostural hypotension
45As the heart pauses briefly to rest and refill, the arterial pressure decreases . This phase is known as [blank_start]diastole[blank_end]
- Adiastole
46Arteriosclerosis influences blood pressure by affecting the size and elasticity of the artery [blank_start]lumen[blank_end]
- Alumen
47"Fight or [blank_start]flight[blank_end] " describes the body's endocrine response to stress
- Aflight
48Sounds correlating to blood pressure phases are known as [blank_start]Korotkoff[blank_end] sounds.
- AKorotkoff
49A systolic blood pressure reading of 120 to 139 mm Hg or diastolic of 80 to 89 mm Hg is considered [blank_start]prehypertension[blank_end] .
- Aprehypertension
50The amount of blood ejected from either ventricle in 1 minute is known as [blank_start]cardiac output[blank_end]
- Acardiac output
51The instrument used to test neurological reflexes is the
- Aayre spatula
- Botoscope
- Cpercussion hammer
- Dtuning fork
- Enone of the above
52Transillumination with a penlight may be used to examine the:
- Aintestines
- Bthroat
- Ckidneys
- Deyes
- Escrotum
53The stethoscope is used to listen to the sounds of which one of the following organ
- Aspleen
- Bliver
- Ckidney
- DIntestines
- Epancreas
54Which of the following signs is NOT an early warning sign of cancer?
- AA sore that heals without scarring
- BUnusual bleeding or discharge
- CNagging cough
- DThickening or changes in the shape of breasts
- EIndigestion or difficulty swallowing
55Which of the following statements is true of auscultation?
- AIt requires sterile gloves
- BIt assesses skin temperature, moisture, texture, and elasticity
- CIt is done by placing a finger on the area and the striking it with a finger of the other hand
- DA stethoscope is used to perform this function
- EIt may be performed with the use of a speculum
56Which of the following is the correct sequence for abdominal examinations?
- AAuscultation, palpation
- BPalpation, auscultation
- CPercussion , auscultation
- DPercussion, palpation, auscultation
- ENone of the above
57Another term used to describe a cervical scraper is the
- Ahistobrush
- BAyre spatula
- Cvaginal speculum
- Dgynecologic applicator
- EPapanicolau slide
58Which of the following examinations is typically requested with a rectal examination
- APapanicolaou smear
- BOccult blood test
- CGait evalution
- DInguinal palpation
- EAll of the above
59Which of the following positions is used to examine the back?
- AKnee-chest position
- BSemi- Fowler's
- CSims
- DProne
- ESupine
60The position of choice for patients with breathing difficulties is
- AFowlers
- Bdorsal recumbent
- Csims
- Dsupine
- Eprone
61Which of the following structures are palpated in the groin area?
- AAbdominal vessels
- BInguinal lymph nodes
- CHemorrhoids
- DSigmoid colon
- ENone of the above
62PERRLA is an abbreviation pertaining to the
- Aears
- Beyes
- Cnose
- Dmouth
- Esinuses
63The examination technique that involves tapping or striking the body with the hand or an instrument to produce sounds is
- Aauscultation
- Bmanipulation
- Cpalpation
- Dpercussion
- Elistening
64Deviation of the septum to the right or left is determined when examining the:
- Anose
- Bthroat
- Creflexes
- Dsinuses
- Eears
65The abbreviation EOM is used by the physician to describe
- Aeye movement
- Bhearing loss
- Cjoint movement
- Drange of motion
- Elung sounds
66A physician performing auscultation on both sides of the neck is checking for:
- Aglands
- Bsymmetry
- Creflexes
- Dbruits
- Easymmetry
67The examination technique that involves touching the body with the fingers or hands is
- Aauscultation
- Bmanipulation
- Cpalpation
- Dpercussion
- Eevaluation
68Which of the following is a sensation perceived by taste buds
- Asaltiness
- Bsweetness
- Cbitterness
- Dsourness
- Eall of the above
69By age 80 years, most people would have lost what percentage of their taste buds?
- A10%
- B30% to 50%
- C60% to 80%
- D95%
- ENone of the above
70Patients ages 20 to 40 years should get a complete physical examination:
- Aabout twice yearly
- Babout every 1 to 3 years
- Cabout every 5 years
- Dnot until they don't feel well
- Enone of the above
71Patients older than 40 years should get a complete physical examination
- Aabout every 1 to 3 years
- Babout every 5 years
- Cnot until they don't feel well
- Dabout yearly
- Enone of the above
72It is recommended that women older than 40 years should have a mammogram
- Aabout every 3 years
- Babout every 5 years
- Cnot until they don't feel well
- Danually
- Enone of the above
73a bimanual examination requires the use of two fingers
- ATrue
- BFalse
74During a rectal examination, an occult test is performed to check for the presence of hemorrhoids
- ATrue
- BFalse
75The physical examination of a patient begins with the patient seated on the examination table
- ATrue
- BFalse
76The tuning fork is used to assess bone density
- ATrue
- BFalse
77When the patient is in the supine position, the breast tissue flattens out, making it easier for the examiner to feel abnormalities.
- ATrue
- BFalse
78The physician is responsible for preparing the examination room and cleaning the examination room and equipment after the examination.
- ATrue
- BFalse
79The rectovaginal examination is done to palpate the posterior uterus and vaginal wall.
- ATrue
- BFalse
80The average adult has about 10,000 taste buds
- ATrue
- BFalse
81The normal tympanic membrane is pearly gray and concave
- ATrue
- BFalse
82Vitamins, herbs , and other over-the-counter products that a patient may be taking will not interact with prescription drugs that a physician orders
- ATrue
- BFalse
83During the physical examination, it is recommended that you remains in the examination room if they physician is examining a patient of the opposite gender
- ATrue
- BFalse
84For women , the American Cancer Society recommends the first Pap smear when sexual activity occurs, but no later than age 21 years
- ATrue
- BFalse
85Being of African American heritage is a risk factor for developing prostate cancer
- ATrue
- BFalse
86Patients do not need tetanus boosters unless they present with open wounds
- ATrue
- BFalse
87[blank_start]Sclera[blank_end] is the fibrous tissue covering the eye
- ASclera
88[blank_start]Lubricant[blank_end] is a water-soluble gel used to reduce friction and provide easy insertion of an instrument during physical examinations.
- ALubricant
89A (n) [blank_start]proctoscope[blank_end] is a type of speculum that is used to visualize the rectum and the anus.
- Aproctoscope
90[blank_start]Manipulation[blank_end] is the passive movement of a joint to determine the extent of movement or range of motion.
- AManipulation
91The tympanic membrane is also called the [blank_start]eardrum[blank_end]
- Aeardrum
92[blank_start]Asymmetry[blank_end] is inequality in size and shape
- AAsymmetry
93The clinical term for earwax is [blank_start]cerumen[blank_end]
- Acerumen
94The [blank_start]Babinski[blank_end] reflex is noted by extension of the great toe and abduction of the other toes.
- ABabinski
95A (n) [blank_start]nasal[blank_end] speculum is a stainless steel instrument that is inserted into the nostril to assist in the visual inspection of the lining of the nose and septum.
- Anasal
96The [blank_start]papillae[blank_end] on your tongue contain your taste buds
- Apapillae
97Women older than age 40 years should perform breast self-examination on a [blank_start]monthly[blank_end] basis
- Amonthly
98All patients should have a baseline [blank_start]electrocardiogram[blank_end] at age 40 years and follow-up tests as necessary
- Aelectrocardiogram
99The varicella vaccine protects patients against [blank_start]chicken pox[blank_end]
- Achicken pox
100One injection of pneumococcal vaccine should be given at age [blank_start]65[blank_end] years.
- A65
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