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Certified Medical Assistant PracticeExam Graded A+ 2024
A CDROM
is a(n) - ANSWER-storage device.
An input device enters data into the computer.
A check written on the payer's own check and verified by the bank is known as a -
ANSWER-certified check.
A certified check is guaranteed by the bank, and funds are debited
from the payer's account as soon as the check is written. A certified check cannot
bounce.
A condition in which a drug should NOT be administered is called a - ANSWER-
contraindication.
A contraindication is a condition in which a drug should not be
administered due to increased risks of using that drug.
A control sample is best described as a(n)
sample with a known value.
This is the best description. In a controlled experiment, an experimental sample is
compared against a control sample, which is practically identical to - ANSWER-the
experimental sample except for the one aspect whose effect is being tested (the
independent variable). The controlled sample is known.
A disorder in which one is preoccupied with one's health is called - ANSWER-
hypochondriasis.
A phobia is an intense irrational fear of an object or a situation.
A dosimeter is a device that measures - ANSWER-radiation exposure.
,A dosimeter measures xray
exposure, not medication dosages.
A drug that increases urine production is called a(n) - ANSWER-diuretic.
A diuretic increases urine production.
A dumping syndrome diet is suggested for patients who - ANSWER-have had gastric
bypass surgery.
. Patients who have Wilson's disease are placed on a restricted copper
diet.
A form that is a request for supplies is called a(n) - ANSWER-request form.
A request form is used to obtain supplies.
A medical assistant should treat hypoglycemia by - ANSWER-administering glucose.
Orange juice cannot be given if the patient is unconscious or
uncooperative.
A medication that has been prepared with an oil base is a(n) - ANSWER-ointment.
A suspension contains solids and liquids that will not stay combined.
A patch that is impregnated with medication is a form of - ANSWER-transdermal
medication.
transdermal patch is worn on the skin to administer the
medication.
A patient who is unable to pay his or her medical bills may file for which type of
bankruptcy? - ANSWER-Chapter 7
All nonexempt patient assets are sold and the proceeds distributed
to creditors.
, A person is considered a universal blood donor if his or her blood type is - ANSWER-
type O.
People with blood type O are considered universal blood donors.
Type O blood can be donated to a person with any blood type.
A physician orders 300 mg of a medication. The medication is available in 150 mg
tablets. How
many tablets should be taken? - ANSWER-two
Two tablets would equal 300 mg of the medication.
A piece of equipment that protects the computer's fragile circuits from damage is called
a - ANSWER-surge protector.
A surge protector will protect the computer from an electrical
power surge.
A radiologic test that examines the spinal cord is called a(n) - ANSWER-myelogram.
t. An MRI is used to diagnose abnormalities of the soft tissues.
A restrictedfat
diet is prescribed for patients who have - ANSWER-diseases of the pancreas.
Patients who are morbidly obese are put on a lowcalorie
diet.
A seconddegree
burn should be treated by - ANSWER-immersing the area in clean, cold water.
answer. A seconddegree
burn should be immersed in clean, cold water for
pain relief. If the burns are bad, cold water should not be used as it might alter the
patient's
temperature.
A series of computers linked together to allow information to be shared between them is
called - ANSWER-a network.
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