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1Which of the following terms means “slow breathing”?
- AApnea
- BBradypnea
- CTachypnea
- DEupnea
- EDyspnea
2Which of the following terms means “low blood pressure”?
- AVasodilation
- BAsystole
- CHypertension
- DHypotension
- EDiastole
3Which of the following applies to a crowing sound heard on inspiration as a result of an obstruction of the upper airway?
- Aa. Rales
- BWheezes
- CStridor
- DRhonchi
- EDyspnea
4Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences body temperature?
- ABacterial infection
- BPregnancy
- CFasting
- DTime of day
- EGender
5Which part of the brain monitors blood temperature?
- AMeninges
- BCerebellum
- CThalamus
- DHypothalamus
- EPituitary gland
6Careful monitoring of a patient’s weight may provide insight into what type of problems?
- AMetabolic
- BNutritional
- CEmotional
- DAll of the above
7Which of the following best describes how to prevent patient cross-contamination when using electronic thermometers?
- AClean with cold water.
- BSoak in disinfectant for 20 minutes.
- CUse a disposable plastic sheath.
- DStore in a dry closed container.
- EClean in soap and hot water.
8Which of the following may result in inaccurate readings when using tympanic thermometers?
- AAny bacterial infection in the body
- BImpacted cerumen
- CPregnancy
- DPyrexia
9How should the thermometer be inserted when using an electronic thermometer to take an oral temperature?
- AUnder the tongue to the side of the mouth
- BUnder the tongue in the center of the mouth
- CUnder the tongue next to the teeth
- DBetween the teeth and the cheek
10Which of the following questions should the medical assistant ask the patient when taking an oral temperature using a disposable oral strip thermometer?
- AHave you been sleeping?
- BHave you been talking?
- CHave you been smoking or drinking hot/cold liquids?
- DHave you been stressed?
11Which of the following is NOT an important action when taking an axillary temperature?
- AHave the patient fold the arm against the chest.
- BLeave the thermometer in place according to manufacturer’s instructions
- CUse powder to dry the axilla.
- DUse a disposable protective sheath.
12Which of the following is the most important action when taking an oral temperature using a digital thermometer?
- AInstruct the patient to leave the mouth slightly open.
- BAsk the patient to rinse the mouth with tepid water.
- CCover the thermometer with a sheath.
- DUse a probe that has been disinfected.
13Which of the following is the most important action when obtaining an aural temperature using a tympanic thermometer?
- ADo not cover the thermometer.
- BPull the earlobe outward and down.
- CPlace the probe in the canal to seal the area.
- DDo not pull the earlobe back at all, leave it as it is.
14Which of the following is the most important action when taking a rectal temperature?
- APosition the patient in a prone position.
- BDo not use a sheath.
- CApply lubricant for easy insertion.
- DInsert the thermometer 1/2 to 1 inch for an adult
15Which of the following is the average normal adult oral temperature in Celsius?
- A36.2°C
- B36.4°C
- C37.0°C
- D37.5°C
- E36.8°C
16Which of the following is an important action when taking a radial pulse?
- APosition the patient with the arm elevated at heart level.
- BLocate and count the pulse with the thumb.
- CPress fingers gently over the area of the artery.
- DCount for 15 seconds.
17Which of the following best describes the pulse rate of a well-conditioned athlete?
- ALower than average
- BIncreased
- CStabilized
- DNo change from average
18Which of the following is a term for a pulse rate greater than 100 beats per minute?
- ABradycardia
- BAsystole
- CTachycardia
- DExtra systole
- EFibrillation
19Which of the following best describes the feeling of a normal artery on palpation?
- AHard
- BKnoty
- CElastic
- DWiry
- ETortuous
20Which of the following best describes a pulse rate with bradycardia?
- A120 beats per minute
- B100 beats per minute
- C40 beats per minute
- D72 beats per minute
- E200 beats per minute
21Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of pulse to be documented in assessment?
- AVolume
- BRate
- CRhythm
- DExpansion
22Which of the following is controlled by the involuntary action of respiration?
- ALungs
- BDiaphragm
- CMedulla oblongata
- DChest wall
23Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of respiration?
- Aits voluntary
- Bits triggered by varying levels of oxygen
- Cits controlled by a specific part of the brain
- Dcarbon dioxide affects resperation
24Which of the following is the meaning of “dyspnea”?
- ALabored breathing
- BAir in the pericardium
- CRapid breathing
- DAbnormal gas in the pleura
- EBreathing while upright
25Which of the following is the average normal adult rate of respirations?
- A8-12
- B14-20
- C16-24
- D20-30
26Which of the following terms is used to denote crackling or rattling sounds occurring in respiratory cycle?
- ARales
- BWheezing
- CStridor
- DStertorus
27Where should the stethoscope be placed when taking an apical pulse?
- APosterior portion of the heart
- BFifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line
- CFourth intercostal space at the midclavicular line
- DFifth intercostal space at the midsternal line
- EFourth intercostal space at the midaxillary line
28Which of the following terms is used to denote the force exerted on the arterial walls during cardiac contraction?
- ADiastole
- BAsystole
- CSystole
- DHyperbole
29Which of the following best describes the effect on a blood pressure if a cuff that is too large is used?
- AHa no effect on pressure reading
- BGives an artifically high reading
- CGives an artificially low reading
- Dmakes reading quieter
30Which of the following blood pressure readings would indicate the patient is hypertensive?
- A160/100
- B120/88
- C118/80
- D100/50
31Which of the following phases of Korotkoff’s sounds is noted when the cuff deflates and the sounds are muffled and fading.
- AI
- BII
- CIII
- DIV
- EV
32Which of the following is NOT considered a cardiovascular factor influencing blood pressure?
- ABlood volume
- BPeripheral resistance
- CVessel elasticity
- DHeart muscle condition
- EClotting capabilities
33Which of the following is the average normal range of adult diastolic blood pressure?
- A30–50 mmHg
- B60–80 mmHg
- C110–140 mmHg
- D140–180 mmHg
- E70–100 mmHg
34Which of the following arteries is most commonly used to measure blood pressure?
- ABrachial
- BAxillary
- CCoronary
- DCarotid
- EPopliteal
35Which of the following vital signs assessments is not in a normal range for adults?
- ABP 100/60
- BT 98–99 F
- CP 100/bpm
- DR 12–16/min
36When is the auscultatory gap heard in some patients?
- ABetween phases IV and V
- BBetween phases III and IV or V
- CBetween phases I and II or III
- DBetween phases II, III, and IV
37Why is height and weight measured at the same time?
- AHelps a patient stay on a diet
- BEssential to diagnosis
- CAssists physician in evaluating patient’s body changes
- DMost physicians want it
38Which of the following statements is true regarding body temperature?
- APyrexia and hypothermia are synonyms for fever.
- BFebrile denotes that a fever is not present.
- CThe gradual return of an elevated body temperature to normal levels is lysis.
- DFever means the body is not working properly.
- EFluctuation of body temperature between periods of normal and fever is remittent fever.
39If a mercury thermometer broke, what would you do to clean it up?
- AUse household cleaners
- BUse a broom or brush
- CUse a vacuum or Shop-Vac®
- DUse an eyedropper
40What is the rationale for securing the blood pressure cuff 1 inch above the elbow (antecubital fossa)?
- APreventing hearing extraneous sounds
- BPositioning cuff over all the biceps muscle
- CPlacing cuff too low on the arm will decrease blood pressure.
- DPlacing cuff too low on the arm will increase blood pressure.
41Which of the following organizations worked in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO) to initiate the elimination of mercury from hospital waste systems?
- ACenter for Disease Control
- BEnvironmental Protection Agency
- CAmerican Medical Association '
- DCenters for Medicare and Medicaid Services
42Which of the following is NOT a recommended alternative type to replace mercury thermometers for use in the health care setting?
- ADigital
- BElectronic
- CPaper
- DTympanic
43. What can cause an occasional premature contraction while checking a patient’s pulse?
- AAlcohol
- BNicotine
- CCaffeine
- DAll of the above
44What pulse location is used during emergency situations?
- AFemoral
- BApical
- CTemporal
- DCarotid
45What type of thermometer is used to measure the temperature of the skin surface over an artery?
- ATemporal
- BTympanic
- CAxillary
- DRectal
46Temporal thermometers should be cleaned between patients by which method?
- ABleach
- BAlcohol
- CHydrogen peroxide
- DBetadine®
47What could cause a temporal temperature to be inaccurate?
- AEating or drinking
- BExercise
- CPerspiration
- DCerumen
48Which pulse site is the most commonly used site for obtaining a pulse rate?
- ACarotid
- BBrachial
- CTemporal
- DRadial
49When using an electronic sphygmomanometer, what is not needed?
- ACuff
- BBulb
- CStethoscope
- DDial
50 Occasionally, as with medication dosages, the MA may be required to convert pound weight into kilogram weight. To do so they must know which of the following?
- A1 kg = 1.2 pounds
- B1 kg = 2.2 pounds
- C1 kg = 2.1 pounds
- D1 kg = 1.1 pounds
51Convection
a. heat loss from the skin through air currents passing over it, such as a fan
b. heat loss through normal body functions such as respiration
c. heat loss through the skin to surrounding cooler objects such as clothing
d. heat loss from the skin to surrounding cooler environments
e. heat loss using heat absorption by vaporizing perspiration- Aa
- Bb
- Cc
- Dd
52Conduction
a. heat loss from the skin through air currents passing over it, such as a fan
b. heat loss through normal body functions such as respiration
c. heat loss through the skin to surrounding cooler objects such as clothing
d. heat loss from the skin to surrounding cooler environments
e. heat loss using heat absorption by vaporizing perspiration- Aa
- Bb
- Cc
- Dd
53radiation
a. heat loss from the skin through air currents passing over it, such as a fan
b. heat loss through normal body functions such as respiration
c. heat loss through the skin to surrounding cooler objects such as clothing
d. heat loss from the skin to surrounding cooler environments
e. heat loss using heat absorption by vaporizing perspiration- Aa
- Bb
- Cc
- Dd
54elimination
a. heat loss from the skin through air currents passing over it, such as a fan
b. heat loss through normal body functions such as respiration
c. heat loss through the skin to surrounding cooler objects such as clothing
d. heat loss from the skin to surrounding cooler environments
e. heat loss using heat absorption by vaporizing perspiration- Aa
- Bb
- Cc
- Dd
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