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EOPA REVIEW
1
BODY STRUCTURE
2
RESPIRATORY
526
EMERGING DISEASES
62
SKELETAL
565
BIOMEDICAL THERAPIES 82
SPECIAL SENSES
606
MEDICAL MATH
103
URINARY
645
CHARTS AND CLOCKS
124
LEGAL
676
CIRCULATORY
165
ETHICS
741
DIGESTIVE
207
SAFETY
792
ENDOCRINE
248
TEAMWORK
896
INTEGUMENTARY
288
HEALTH MAINTENANCE
847
LYMPH
329
TECHNICAL SKILLS
998
ENDOCRINE
350
INFORMATION TECH.
1074
MUSCLE
392
NERVOUS
433
REPRODUCTIVE
475
Body Organization

Which of the following is a type of muscle
tissue?

Smooth

Squamous

Osseous

Carotid
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Body Organization

Which of the following is a type of muscle tissue?

Smooth

Squamous

Osseous

Carotid
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Body Organization

An excess of tissue fluid results in edema. Not
enough tissue fluid causes:

Fibrillation.

Dehydration.

Irritability.

Swelling
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Body Organization

An excess of tissue fluid results in edema. Not
enough tissue fluid causes:

Fibrillation.

Dehydration.

Irritability.

Swelling.
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Body Organization

Where would you find epithelial tissue?

Inside long bones

Inside the brain

Lining the inside of the nose

In the walls of the large intestine
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Body Organization

Where would you find epithelial tissue?

Inside long bones

Inside the brain

Lining the inside of the nose

In the walls of the large intestine
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Body Organization

What type of tissue transmits messages from the
head to the toes?

Connective

Epithelial

Nerve

Muscle
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9

What type of tissue transmits messages from the
head to the toes?

Connective

Epithelial

Nerve

Muscle
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
What type of tissue is classified as hard or soft?

Epithelial

Muscle

Nervous

Connective
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
What type of tissue is classified as hard or soft?

Epithelial

Muscle

Nervous

Connective
Body Organization

What is the primary function of muscle tissue?

To produce movement

To control and coordinate body activities

Transportation

To produce body secretions
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Body Organization

What is the primary function of muscle tissue?

To produce movement

To control and coordinate body activities

Transportation

To produce body secretions
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Body Organization

Blood is classified as what type of tissue?

Epithelial

Connective

Nerve

Muscle
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Body Organization

Blood is classified as what type of tissue?

Epithelial

Connective

Nerve

Muscle
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Body Organization

Of the following, which is the MOST complex?

Nucleus

Muscle tissue

Nerve cell

Kidney
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

Of the following, which is the MOST complex?

Nucleus

Muscle tissue

Nerve cell

Kidney
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

Which organ or structure does NOT belong with
the other three?

Stomach

Heart

Liver

Mouth
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

Which organ or structure does NOT belong with
the other three?

Stomach

Heart

Liver

Mouth
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Body Organization

What is the MOST BASIC building block of the
human organism?

Atom

Cell

Protein

Water
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Body Organization

What is the MOST BASIC building block of the
human organism?

Atom

Cell

Protein

Water
21
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If the body were cut in a transverse plane, what
organ would NOT be in the same half as the
other three?

Brain

Bladder

Lungs

Heart
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If the body were cut in a transverse plane, what
organ would NOT be in the same half as the
other three?

Brain

Bladder

Lungs

Heart
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What body part is inferior to the chest?

Head

Neck

Heart

Hips
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What body part is inferior to the chest?

Head

Neck

Heart

Hips
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

In veterinary medicine, what structure would be
found in the caudal region of a dog?

Ears

Tail

Mouth

Paws
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

In veterinary medicine, what structure would be
found in the caudal region of a dog?

Ears

Tail

Mouth

Paws
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If you divided the body with a midsagittal plane
and added up the number of eyes, arms and
toes on one side, how many would you have?

5

7

9

12
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If you divided the body with a midsagittal plane
and added up the number of eyes, arms and
toes on one side, how many would you have?

5

7

9

12
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What structures are located anterior to the
cranial cavity?

Eyes

Ears

Lungs

Neck muscles
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What structures are located anterior to the
cranial cavity?

Eyes

Ears

Lungs

Neck muscles
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

An autopsy photo shows the dorsal side of the
victim. What could you see in the photograph?

Back of the head

Kidneys

Knees

Front of the abdomen
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

An autopsy photo shows the dorsal side of the
victim. What could you see in the photograph?

Back of the head

Kidneys

Knees

Front of the abdomen
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What body cavity contains the brain and spinal
cord?

Cranial

Spinal

Dorsal

Ventral
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What body cavity contains the brain and spinal
cord?

Cranial

Spinal

Dorsal

Ventral
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

Of the following, what structures are the MOST
medial?

Ears

Hips

Eyes

Lips
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

Of the following, what structures are the MOST
medial?

Ears

Hips

Eyes

Lips
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What body parts are distal to the hand?

Fingers

Eyes

Ribs

Lungs
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What body parts are distal to the hand?

Fingers

Eyes

Ribs

Lungs
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If a physician writes that the patient has RUQ
pain, what might be causing it?

Head injury

Arthritis in the hip

Cracked rib

Dislocated shoulder
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If a physician writes that the patient has RUQ
pain, what might be causing it?

Head injury

Arthritis in the hip

Cracked rib

Dislocated shoulder
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What structure is proximal to the thigh?

Ankle

Calf

Knee

Foot
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What structure is proximal to the thigh?

Ankle

Calf

Knee

Foot
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What cavity would a surgeon enter to repair a
heart defect?

Dorsal

Thoracic

Abdominal

Pelvic
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What cavity would a surgeon enter to repair a
heart defect?

Dorsal

Thoracic

Abdominal

Pelvic
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

George has a cramp in the posterior part of his
leg. Where is the cramp?

Ankle

Knee

Shin

Calf
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

George has a cramp in the posterior part of his
leg. Where is the cramp?

Ankle

Knee

Shin

Calf
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If you are standing straight with your hands at
your sides, where are your arms located in
relation to your body?

Superior

Caudal

Lateral

Ventral
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Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If you are standing straight with your hands at
your sides, where are your arms located in
relation to your body?

Superior

Caudal

Lateral

Ventral
49
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If a physician performs a pelvic exam, what
organs can be evaluated?

Respiratory

Reproductive

Esophagus and stomach

Liver and gallbladder
50
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

If a physician performs a pelvic exam, what
organs can be evaluated?

Respiratory

Reproductive

Esophagus and stomach

Liver and gallbladder
51
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

An x-ray is labeled as a ventral view of the
chest. This means the x-ray was taken from the:

Front of the patient.

Back of the patient.

Left side of the patient.

Right side of the patient
52
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

An x-ray is labeled as a ventral view of the
chest. This means the x-ray was taken from the:

Front of the patient.

Back of the patient.

Left side of the patient.

Right side of the patient
53
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

In order to see both eyes, you would need to
be looking at the:

Caudal side of the frontal plane.

Anterior side of the frontal plane.

Inferior side of the transverse plane.

Inferior side of a medial plane
54
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

In order to see both eyes, you would need to
be looking at the:

Caudal side of the frontal plane.

Anterior side of the frontal plane.

Inferior side of the transverse plane.

Inferior side of a medial plane
55
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What does the abbreviation RLQ represent?

Right lumbar quadrant

Radial lateral quadrant

Right lower quadrant

Radial lumbar quadrant
56
Planes, Directions,
Quadrants, Cavities

What does the abbreviation RLQ represent?

Right lumbar quadrant

Radial lateral quadrant

Right lower quadrant

Radial lumbar quadrant
57
Planes, Directions, Quadrants,
Cavities

Where is the right
lower quadrant?

A

B

C

D
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Planes, Directions, Quadrants,
Cavities

Where is the right
lower quadrant?

A

B

C

D
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Planes, Directions, Quadrants,
Cavities

What quadrant is
represented by the
letter D?

RLQ

RUQ

LUQ

LLQ
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Planes, Directions, Quadrants,
Cavities

What quadrant is
represented by the
letter D?

RLQ

RUQ

LUQ

LLQ
61
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What medical professional would MOST LIKELY
provide regular care for a patient with autism?

Radiologic technologist

Psychologist

Electroencephalographer

Dialysis technician
62
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What medical professional would MOST LIKELY
provide regular care for a patient with autism?

Radiologic technologist

Psychologist

Electroencephalographer

Dialysis technician
63
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What is the earliest age at which parents could
be confident that their child will not develop
autism?

3 months

1 year

4 years

7 years
64
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What is the earliest age at which parents could
be confident that their child will not develop
autism?

3 months

1 year

4 years

7 years
65
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

How is a diagnosis of Autism made?

Observation of behavior by a professional.

Blood test for specific antigen.

Stool culture.

Analysis of DNA of both the child and mother.
66
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

How is a diagnosis of Autism made?

Observation of behavior by a professional.

Blood test for specific antigen.

Stool culture.

Analysis of DNA of both the child and mother.
67
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What does the abbreviation MRSA stand for?

Monosodium resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Mefoxin resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Mellaril resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
68
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What does the abbreviation MRSA stand for?

Monosodium resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Mefoxin resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Mellaril resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
69
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Where do MOST people who develop MRSA
become infected?

At school

In public restrooms

On cruise ships

In hospitals
70
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Where do MOST people who develop MRSA
become infected?

At school

In public restrooms

On cruise ships

In hospitals
71
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Which of the following is a LIKEY cause of PTSD?

Food poisoning

Being bitten by a tick

Lack of oxygen

Living through a plane crash
72
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Which of the following is a LIKEY cause of PTSD?

Food poisoning

Being bitten by a tick

Lack of oxygen

Living through a plane crash
73
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Patsy did not refrigerate her leftover
shrimp pasta until five hours after
dinner. She ate her cold leftovers
the next day. The following day she
developed abdominal pain,
vomiting, and diarrhea. What MOST
LIKELY is the cause of her illness?




Seasonal flu
Stress
Salmonella
MRSA
74
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Patsy did not refrigerate her leftover
shrimp pasta until five hours after
dinner. She ate her cold leftovers
the next day. The following day she
developed abdominal pain,
vomiting, and diarrhea. What MOST
LIKELY is the cause of her illness?




Seasonal flu
Stress
Salmonella
MRSA
75
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Of the following, which emerging disorder is the
MOST DIFFICULT to prevent?

Steroid use

Seasonal influenza

Salmonella

Autism
76
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Of the following, which emerging disorder is the
MOST DIFFICULT to prevent?

Steroid use

Seasonal influenza

Salmonella

Autism
77
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What organism causes seasonal influenza?

Virus

Bacteria

Amoeba

Fungus
78
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

What organism causes seasonal influenza?

Virus

Bacteria

Amoeba

Fungus
79
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Athletes often take illegal anabolic steroids in
order to increase:

Hand-eye coordination.

Muscle mass.

Endurance.

Blood flow and energy.
80
Emerging Diseases and
Disorders

Athletes often take illegal anabolic steroids in
order to increase:

Hand-eye coordination.

Muscle mass.

Endurance.

Blood flow and energy.
81
82
Biomedical Therapies
83

Can genetic testing tell for certain that a
person will develop Alzheimer’s disease?

Yes, but not at what age

Yes, if there is a family history of Alzheimer’s
disease

No, because a person with the Alzheimer’s gene
may not develop the disease

No, because genetic tests still produce too many
false positive results
84

Can genetic testing tell for certain that a person
will develop Alzheimer’s disease?

Yes, but not at what age

Yes, if there is a family history of Alzheimer’s disease

No, because a person with the Alzheimer’s gene
may not develop the disease

No, because genetic tests still produce too many
false positive results
85

Genetic testing involves the analysis of a
person’s:

Behavior.

Genes.

Blood cells.

Environment.
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
Genetic testing involves the analysis of a
person’s:

Behavior.

Genes.

Blood cells.

Environment.
87

Gene therapy might be suggested as a last
resort for treating someone with:

Obesity.

Autism.

Cystic fibrosis.

Head trauma.
88

Gene therapy might be suggested as a last
resort for treating someone with:

Obesity.

Autism.

Cystic fibrosis.

Head trauma.
89

What words best describe the current use of
gene therapy?

Fast and reliable

Safe and easy

Risky and economical

Experimental and expensive
90

What words best describe the current use of
gene therapy?

Fast and reliable

Safe and easy

Risky and economical

Experimental and expensive
91

The results of the Human Genome Project can
be described as:

Gene therapy.

Gene mapping.

Gene splicing.

Gene transplantation.
92

The results of the Human Genome Project can
be described as:

Gene therapy.

Gene mapping.

Gene splicing.

Gene transplantation.
93

What country completed the Human Genome
Project?

United States of America

England

Russia

It was an international effort
94

What country completed the Human Genome
Project?

United States of America

England

Russia

It was an international effort
95

What is the goal of therapeutic cloning?

To create a new human being

To change a baby’s DNA

To prevent genetic diseases

To harvest stem cells
96

What is the goal of therapeutic cloning?

To create a new human being

To change a baby’s DNA

To prevent genetic diseases

To harvest stem cells
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
Is a test tube baby the same as a clone?

Yes, always

No, never

It could be
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
Is a test tube baby the same as a clone?

Yes, always

No, never

It could be
99

Where in a healthy adult could you find stem
cells?

Small intestine

Pancreas

Bone marrow

Subcutaneous tissue
100

Where in a healthy adult could you find stem
cells?

Small intestine

Pancreas

Bone marrow

Subcutaneous tissue
101

Why do stem cells have so much potential in
medical research?

They can become specialized cells in the body.

They are immune to becoming cancer cells.

They produce endorphins.

They surround and destroy cancer cells
102

Why do stem cells have so much potential in
medical research?

They can become specialized cells in the body.

They are immune to becoming cancer cells.

They produce endorphins.

They surround and destroy cancer cells
103
Medical
Math
104

George has a cut that is 0.03 meters long. How
long is the cut in centimeters?

0.003 cm

0.3 cm

3.0 cm

30 cm
105

George has a cut that is 0.03 meters long. How
long is the cut in centimeters?

0.003 cm

0.3 cm

3.0 cm

30 cm
106

What object is closest to 10 mm in diameter?

Nickel

Dime

Quarter

Silver dollar
107

What object is closest to 10 mm in diameter?

Nickel

Dime

Quarter

Silver dollar
108

How many kilometers are in 10,000 meters?

1 km

10 km

100 km

1000 km
109

How many kilometers are in 10,000 meters?

1 km

10 km

100 km

1000 km
110

How many milligrams are in 0.05 grams?

50 mg

500 mg

5000 mg

50,000 mg
111

How many milligrams are in 0.05 grams?

50 mg

500 mg

5000 mg

50,000 mg
112

How many grams are in 60 kilograms?

0.06 gm

60 gm

6,000 gm

60,000 gm
113

How many grams are in 60 kilograms?

0.06 gm

60 gm

6,000 gm

60,000 gm
114

How many liters are in 500 milliliters?

0.0005 L

0.05 L

0.5 L

5L
115

How many liters are in 500 milliliters?

0.0005 L

0.05 L

0.5 L

5L
1 oz = 28 g
1 lb = 0.454 kg
1 kg = 2.2 lbs

How many kg are in 12 oz?

0.0336 kg

0.336 kg

33.6 kg

336.kg
116
1 oz = 28 g
1 lb = 0.454 kg
1 kg = 2.2 lbs

How many kg are in 12 oz?

0.0336 kg

0.336 kg

33.6 kg

336.kg
117
118

A 681 g tumor was removed from a woman’s
abdomen. How much did the tumor weigh in
pounds?

1 ½ lbs

24 1/3 lbs

150 lbs

309 lbs
119

A 681 g tumor was removed from a woman’s
abdomen. How much did the tumor weigh in
pounds?

1 ½ lbs

24 1/3 lbs

150 lbs

309 lbs
120

Bobby is eating a well balanced diet and
exercising daily. He expects to lose 8 oz a day.
How long will it take him to lose 10 kg?

10 days

12 days

20 days

44 days
121

Bobby is eating a well balanced diet and
exercising daily. He expects to lose 8 oz a day.
How long will it take him to lose 10 kg?

10 days

12 days

20 days

44 days
122

If a box of cereal is 14.5 oz and there are 120
calories in 30 g of cereal, how many calories
are in the entire box?

406 calories

840 calories

1624 calories

1740 calories
123

If a box of cereal is 14.5 oz and there are 120
calories in 30 g of cereal, how many calories
are in the entire box?

406 calories

840 calories

1624 calories

1740 calories
124
Charts and
Clocks
125

When and how high was the highest
percentage of high school smokers?

26% in 1991

13% in 1996

39% in 1997

23% in 2005
126

When and how high was the highest
percentage of high school smokers?

26% in 1991

13% in 1996

39% in 1997

23% in 2005
127

What group has seen the greatest percentage
decline in cigarette smoking from 1991 to 2005?

Ages 8-11

Junior high school

High school

Adult
128

What group has seen the greatest percentage
decline in cigarette smoking from 1991 to 2005?

Ages 8-11

Junior high school

High school

Adult
129

What percentage of people suffering from
HIV/AIDS were in Africa in 1998?

42%

49%

56%

68%
130

What percentage of people suffering from
HIV/AIDS were in Africa in 1998?

42%

49%

56%

68%
131

How many people in the United States had
HIV/AIDS in 1998?

Fewer than 890,000

890,000

1 million

33.4 million
132

How many people in the United States had
HIV/AIDS in 1998?

Fewer than 890,000

890,000

1 million

33.4 million
133

In was the level of weekly Influenza activity in
Texas?

Sporadic

Local

Regional

Widespread
134

In was the level of weekly Influenza activity in
Texas?

Sporadic

Local

Regional

Widespread
135

How many states show a sporadic incidence of
influenza?

None

Two

Five

Seven
136

How many states show a sporadic incidence of
influenza?

None

Two

Five

Seven
137

Donna is 65 inches tall. How much should she
weigh to have a BMI of 24?

144 pounds

148 pounds

150 pounds

192 pounds
138

Donna is 65 inches tall. How much should she
weigh to have a BMI of 24?

144 pounds

148 pounds

150 pounds

192 pounds
139

Bob is 6 feet tall and weighs 199 pounds. What
is his BMI?

25

27

29

31
140

Bob is 6 feet tall and weighs 199 pounds. What
is his BMI?

25

27

29

31
141

Obesity is defined as a BMI of 30 or higher.
Which of the following individuals is considered
obese?

59 inches and 143 pounds

73 inches and 219 pounds

65 inches and 168 pounds

76 inches and 246 pounds
142

Obesity is defined as a BMI of 30 or higher.
Which of the following individuals is considered
obese?

59 inches and 143 pounds

73 inches and 219 pounds

65 inches and 168 pounds

76 inches and 246 pounds
143

What race has the lowest cancer mortality rate
in the United States?

White

Asian/Pacific Islander

American Indian

Hispanic
144

What race has the lowest cancer mortality rate
in the United States?

White

Asian/Pacific Islander

American Indian

Hispanic
145

What group has the highest cancer mortality
rate in the United States?

Hispanic males

White females

Black females

Black males
146

What group has the highest cancer mortality
rate in the United States?

Hispanic males

White females

Black females

Black males
147

What is the likelihood of a person in the United
States dying of cancer before age 44?

1%

2%

3%

4%
148

What is the likelihood of a person in the United
States dying of cancer before age 44?

1%

2%

3%

4%
149

What is the cancer death rate for Hispanic
women in the United States?

105.2 per 100,000

142 per 100,000

159 per 100,000

159.9 per 100,00
150

What is the cancer death rate for Hispanic
women in the United States?

105.2 per 100,000

142 per 100,000

159 per 100,000

159.9 per 100,00
151

What time is 3:30 PM using the 24-hour clock?

0330

1330

1530

1730
152

What time is 3:30 PM using the 24-hour clock?

0330

1330

1530

1730
153

What time is 0130 using the traditional clock?

3:00 AM

1:30 AM

1:00 AM

10:30 AM
154

What time is 0130 using the traditional clock?

3:00 AM

1:30 AM

1:00 AM

10:30 AM
155

If a cook puts a casserole in the oven at 1200
and it needs to cook for four hours, at what time
will it be ready?

1300

1400

1600

1700
156

If a cook puts a casserole in the oven at 1200
and it needs to cook for four hours, at what time
will it be ready?

1300

1400

1600

1700
157

Yuri needs leave for work at 6:00 AM, and it
takes him one hour to get ready. He should set
his alarm for:

0500.

0530.

0600.

0630.
158

Yuri needs leave for work at 6:00 AM, and it
takes him one hour to get ready. He should set
his alarm for:

0500.

0530.

0600.

0630.
159

Dr. Paschal has scheduled three
operations beginning at 0700. Each
surgery will take two hours, and then
it takes 30 minutes for Dr. Paschal to
travel to his office and another 30
minutes to eat a snack. If everything
runs on time, at what time can Dr.
Paschal see his first office patient?




1200
1300
1400
1500
160

Dr. Paschal has scheduled three
operations beginning at 0700. Each
surgery will take two hours, and then
it takes 30 minutes for Dr. Paschal to
travel to his office and another 30
minutes to eat a snack. If everything
runs on time, at what time can Dr.
Paschal see his first office patient?




1200
1300
1400
1500
161

Margaret works the 0600 – 1800 shift at the
hospital. How long is her shift?

6 hours

8 hours

10 hours

12 hours
162

Margaret works the 0600 – 1800 shift at the
hospital. How long is her shift?

6 hours

8 hours

10 hours

12 hours
163

Of the following, what is the BEST time to give a
patient in the hospital his/her bedtime snack?

1400

1800

2100

2400
164

Of the following, what is the BEST time to give a
patient in the hospital his/her bedtime snack?

1400

1800

2100

2400
165
Circulatory
System
166

The heart is best described as a:

Muscular pump.

Storage chamber.

Message center.

Filtration unit.
167

The heart is best described as a:

Muscular pump.

Storage chamber.

Message center.

Filtration unit.
168

The heart is about the size of a/an:

Egg.

Apple.

Peanut.

Pumpkin.
169

The heart is about the size of a/an:

Egg.

Apple.

Peanut.

Pumpkin.
170

What would happen if a small hole developed
in the septum?

The heart would stop pumping.

Blood would move between the right and left
sides of the heart.

The blood from the pulmonary artery would enter
the aorta.

Blood would not flow into the coronary arteries.
171

What would happen if a small hole developed
in the septum?

The heart would stop pumping.

Blood would move between the right and left
sides of the heart.

The blood from the pulmonary artery would enter
the aorta.

Blood would not flow into the coronary arteries.
172

When blood leaves the left atrium, where does
it go next?

Aorta

Left ventricle

Right atrium

Pulmonary artery
173

When blood leaves the left atrium, where does
it go next?

Aorta

Left ventricle

Right atrium

Pulmonary artery
174

After blood leaves the right atrium, what valve
prevents back flow?

Tricuspid

Mitral

Pulmonary

Aortic
175

After blood leaves the right atrium, what valve
prevents back flow?

Tricuspid

Mitral

Pulmonary

Aortic
176

What follows diastole?

Phagocytosis

Fibrillation

Hyperbole

Systole
177

What follows diastole?

Phagocytosis

Fibrillation

Hyperbole

Systole
178

Where does an electrical impulse go after it
leaves the Bundle of His?

SA node

Aorta

AV node

Purkinje fibers
179

Where does an electrical impulse go after it
leaves the Bundle of His?

SA node

Aorta

AV node

Purkinje fibers
180

What type of blood vessel is the MOST muscular
and elastic?

Artery

Vein

Venule

Capillary
181

What type of blood vessel is the MOST muscular
and elastic?

Artery

Vein

Venule

Capillary
182

In what type of blood vessel does oxygen and
carbon dioxide exchange take place?

Artery

Arteriole

Capillary

Vein
183

In what type of blood vessel does oxygen and
carbon dioxide exchange take place?

Artery

Arteriole

Capillary

Vein
184

If a person becomes dehydrated, what would
there be less of in the blood?

Erythrocytes

Platelets

Leukocytes

Plasma
185

If a person becomes dehydrated, what would
there be less of in the blood?

Erythrocytes

Platelets

Leukocytes

Plasma
186

If a person does not have enough erythrocytes,
he/she would have difficulty:

Fighting infection.

Carrying oxygen.

Clotting the blood.

Transporting antibodies
187

If a person does not have enough erythrocytes,
he/she would have difficulty:

Fighting infection.

Carrying oxygen.

Clotting the blood.

Transporting antibodies
188

Neutrophils and lymphocytes are examples of:

Platelets.

Thrombocytes.

Erythrocytes.

Leukocytes
189

Neutrophils and lymphocytes are examples of:

Platelets.

Thrombocytes.

Erythrocytes.

Leukocytes
190

Anemia could be caused by a lack of:

Monocytes.

Thrombocytes.

Hemoglobin.

Plasma.
191

Anemia could be caused by a lack of:

Monocytes.

Thrombocytes.

Hemoglobin.

Plasma.
192

A hematologist would MOST LIKELY treat
someone with:

Varicose veins.

A myocardial infarction.

Hemophilia.

An arrhythmia.
193

A hematologist would MOST LIKELY treat
someone with:

Varicose veins.

A myocardial infarction.

Hemophilia.

An arrhythmia.
194

Jasmine is diagnosed with an aneurysm. What
is wrong with one of her arteries?

It is missing

It is twisted

There is a weakness in the wall

There is a clot that is stuck
195

Jasmine is diagnosed with an aneurysm. What
is wrong with one of her arteries?

It is missing

It is twisted

There is a weakness in the wall

There is a clot that is stuck
196

Which of the following “cause-and-effect”
statements is true?

Varicose veins cause an aneurysm.

Arteriosclerosis causes hypertension.

Leukemia causes phlebitis.

An arrhythmia causes an aneurysm
197

Which of the following “cause-and-effect”
statements is true?

Varicose veins cause an aneurysm.

Arteriosclerosis causes hypertension.

Leukemia causes phlebitis.

An arrhythmia causes an aneurysm
198

Your friend has pain, edema and redness in the
lower leg. What would cause those symptoms?

Phlebitis

Congestive heart failure

Myocardial infarction

Leukemia
199

Your friend has pain, edema and redness in the
lower leg. What would cause those symptoms?

Phlebitis

Congestive heart failure

Myocardial infarction

Leukemia
200

What circulatory disorder could be diagnosed
with an electrocardiogram?

Anemia

Fibrillation

Hypertension

Embolism
201

What circulatory disorder could be diagnosed
with an electrocardiogram?

Anemia

Fibrillation

Hypertension

Embolism
202

Which of the following disorders could be
treated with chemotherapy, radiation, and/or a
bone marrow transplant?

Myocardial infarction

Hypertension

Atherosclerosis

Leukemia
203

Which of the following disorders could be
treated with chemotherapy, radiation, and/or a
bone marrow transplant?

Myocardial infarction

Hypertension

Atherosclerosis

Leukemia
204

Why is a myocardial infarction life threatening?

Because a damaged heart muscle cannot pump
blood effectively.

Because swollen veins lose elasticity which
decreases blood flow to vital organs.

Because a minor bump or fall could lead to
internal bleeding.

Because it inhibits the exchange of oxygen and
carbon dioxide in body cells.
205

Why is a myocardial infarction life threatening?

Because a damaged heart muscle cannot pump
blood effectively.

Because swollen veins lose elasticity which
decreases blood flow to vital organs.

Because a minor bump or fall could lead to
internal bleeding.

Because it inhibits the exchange of oxygen and
carbon dioxide in body cells.
206
Digestive
System
207

Where does digestion begin?

Stomach

Small intestine

Esophagus

Mouth
208

Where does digestion begin?

Stomach

Small intestine

Esophagus

Mouth
209

What is the small muscular structure that hangs
from the soft palate and can be seen when you
look in someone’s mouth?

Epiglottis

Uvula

Hard palate

Tonsils
210

What is the small muscular structure that hangs
from the soft palate and can be seen when you
look in someone’s mouth?

Epiglottis

Uvula

Hard palate

Tonsils
211

A bolus is made of:

Chewed food and saliva.

Digested food and chyme.

Salivary lipase and ptyalin.

Bile and flatus.
212

A bolus is made of:

Chewed food and saliva.

Digested food and chyme.

Salivary lipase and ptyalin.

Bile and flatus.
213

What would happen to food you swallowed if
your esophagus did not perform peristalsis?

The food would be stuck in your esophagus.

The food would enter your trachea.

You would vomit when the food hit your stomach.

You would choke.
214

What would happen to food you swallowed if
your esophagus did not perform peristalsis?

The food would be stuck in your esophagus.

The food would enter your trachea.

You would vomit when the food hit your stomach.

You would choke.
215

Roberta suffers from car sickness and can only
ride on an empty stomach. If she eats at 8:00
am, what is the soonest she can ride in a car
and be sure her stomach is empty?

9:00 am

10:00 am

12:00 pm

2:00 pm
216

Roberta suffers from car sickness and can only
ride on an empty stomach. If she eats at 8:00
am, what is the soonest she can ride in a car
and be sure her stomach is empty?

9:00 am

10:00 am

12:00 pm

2:00 pm
217

When a person vomits, what is in the chyme
that often causes burning?

Rennin

Rugae

Hydrochloric acid

Chymotrypsin
218

When a person vomits, what is in the chyme
that often causes burning?

Rennin

Rugae

Hydrochloric acid

Chymotrypsin
219

During digestion, food leaves the stomach and
enters the:

Duodenum.

Ileum.

Cecum.

Jejunum
220

During digestion, food leaves the stomach and
enters the:

Duodenum.

Ileum.

Cecum.

Jejunum
221

What part of the large intestine does NOT serve
as a passageway for fecal waste?

Colon

Rectum

Anus

Appendix
222

What part of the large intestine does NOT serve
as a passageway for fecal waste?

Colon

Rectum

Anus

Appendix
223

The liver secretes bile that aids in the digestion
of:

Carbohydrates.

Proteins.

Fats.

Glucose.
224

The liver secretes bile that aids in the digestion
of:

Carbohydrates.

Proteins.

Fats.

Glucose.
225

The pancreas produces digestive enzymes that
empty into the:

Gallbladder.

Stomach.

Duodenum.

Liver.
226

The pancreas produces digestive enzymes that
empty into the:

Gallbladder.

Stomach.

Duodenum.

Liver.
227

Why does alcoholism destroy the liver?

The liver detoxifies alcohol, but is overworked by
alcoholism.

The liver has an allergic-type reaction to alcohol.

Alcohol robs the liver of glycogen, which causes
liver cells to starve.

Alcohol is stored in the liver, causing the liver to
enlarge.
228

Why does alcoholism destroy the liver?

The liver detoxifies alcohol, but is overworked by
alcoholism.

The liver has an allergic-type reaction to alcohol.

Alcohol robs the liver of glycogen, which causes
liver cells to starve.

Alcohol is stored in the liver, causing the liver to
enlarge.
229

Which of the following disorders of the digestive
system is the MOST life threatening?

Cirrhosis

Constipation

Heartburn

Hemorrhoids
230

Which of the following disorders of the digestive
system is the MOST life threatening?

Cirrhosis

Constipation

Heartburn

Hemorrhoids
231

What disorder is often treated by the surgical
removal of the gallbladder?

Hepatitis

Cholecystitis

Diverticulitis

Peritonitis
232

What disorder is often treated by the surgical
removal of the gallbladder?

Hepatitis

Cholecystitis

Diverticulitis

Peritonitis
233

Because laxative use can be habit forming,
what is the BEST way to treat constipation?

Vitamin supplements, diuretics and rest

Antibiotics, stool softeners and sitz baths

High fiber diet, increased fluid intake, and
exercise

High protein diet, small meals, and lithotripsy
234

Because laxative use can be habit forming,
what is the BEST way to treat constipation?

Vitamin supplements, diuretics and rest

Antibiotics, stool softeners and sitz baths

High fiber diet, increased fluid intake, and
exercise

High protein diet, small meals, and lithotripsy
235

Diverticulitis is a disorder of the:

Liver.

Pancreas.

Small intestine.

Large intestine.
236

Diverticulitis is a disorder of the:

Liver.

Pancreas.

Small intestine.

Large intestine.
237

The H. pylori bacterium burrows into the
stomach membranes and can cause a/an:

Ulcer.

Appendicitis.

Hernia.

Hemorrhoid.
238

The H. pylori bacterium burrows into the
stomach membranes and can cause a/an:

Ulcer.

Appendicitis.

Hernia.

Hemorrhoid.
239

It is recommended that health care workers
receive a vaccine to prevent:

Hepatitis A.

Hepatitis B.

Hepatitis C.

Hepatitis D.
240

It is recommended that health care workers
receive a vaccine to prevent:

Hepatitis A.

Hepatitis B.

Hepatitis C.

Hepatitis D.
241

Which of the following disorders can you
actually see?

Cirrhosis

Hepatitis

Inguinal hernia

Ulcerative colitis
242

Which of the following disorders can you
actually see?

Cirrhosis

Hepatitis

Inguinal hernia

Ulcerative colitis
243

What is the serious complication of a ruptured
appendix?

Ulcer

Peritonitis

Hernia

Diverticulitis
244

What is the serious complication of a ruptured
appendix?

Ulcer

Peritonitis

Hernia

Diverticulitis
245

What disorder could be found during a
colonoscopy?

Peritonitis

Halitosis

Cancer

Hepatitis
246

What disorder could be found during a
colonoscopy?

Peritonitis

Halitosis

Cancer

Hepatitis
247
Endocrine
System
248

Which endocrine gland is also an exocrine
gland?

Pituitary

Thymus

Pancreas

Ovary
249

Which endocrine gland is also an exocrine
gland?

Pituitary

Thymus

Pancreas

Ovary
250

The parathyroid glands are located nearest
what structure?

Larynx

Pinna

Liver

Kidneys
251

The parathyroid glands are located nearest
what structure?

Larynx

Pinna

Liver

Kidneys
252

What best describes the composition of a
hormone?

A complex protein

A carbohydrate

A chemical substance

A cell with a nucleus
253

What best describes the composition of a
hormone?

A complex protein

A carbohydrate

A chemical substance

A cell with a nucleus
254

Why is the pituitary the “master gland”?

Its hormones affect other glands.

Its hormones can replicate the actions of other
hormones.

All hormones start as immature pituitary
hormones.

Its hormones control reproduction.
255

Why is the pituitary the “master gland”?

Its hormones affect other glands.

Its hormones can replicate the actions of other
hormones.

All hormones start as immature pituitary
hormones.

Its hormones control reproduction.
256

If your body produced too much thyrotropin,
you would have an:

Overactive thyroid gland.

Overactive thymus.

Underactive thyroid gland.

Underactive thymus.
257

If your body produced too much thyrotropin,
you would have an:

Overactive thyroid gland.

Overactive thymus.

Underactive thyroid gland.

Underactive thymus.
258

What diagnostic procedure might reveal a
pituitary tumor?

Skull x-ray

Bronchoscopy

Brain scan

Chest x-ray
259

What diagnostic procedure might reveal a
pituitary tumor?

Skull x-ray

Bronchoscopy

Brain scan

Chest x-ray
260

A teenage athlete who wants to grow bigger
and taller might be foolish enough to take what
pituitary hormone?

ACTH

FSH

Somatotropin

Prolactin
261

A teenage athlete who wants to grow bigger
and taller might be foolish enough to take what
pituitary hormone?

ACTH

FSH

Somatotropin

Prolactin
262

Lara is frightened and can feel her heart start to
pound. What hormone is causing her reaction?

Epinephrine

Progesterone

Thyrotropin

Glucagon
263

Lara is frightened and can feel her heart start to
pound. What hormone is causing her reaction?

Epinephrine

Progesterone

Thyrotropin

Glucagon
264

Which of the following is classified as an
endocrine hormone?

Glycogen

Insulin

Surfactant

Melanin
265

Which of the following is classified as an
endocrine hormone?

Glycogen

Insulin

Surfactant

Melanin
266

When doctors wish to induce labor, a pregnant
woman is given pitocin, a synthetic form of
what pituitary hormone?

Vasopressin

Estrogen

Progesterone

Oxytocin
267

When doctors wish to induce labor, a pregnant
woman is given pitocin, a synthetic form of
what pituitary hormone?

Vasopressin

Estrogen

Progesterone

Oxytocin
268

Which of the following glands produces
estrogen?

Pineal

Pituitary

Ovary

Adrenal
269

Which of the following glands produces
estrogen?

Pineal

Pituitary

Ovary

Adrenal
270

What hormones stimulate body hair, facial hair,
large muscles and a deep voice?

Androgens

Estrogens

ADH and TSH

Aldosterone and cortisone
271

What hormones stimulate body hair, facial hair,
large muscles and a deep voice?

Androgens

Estrogens

ADH and TSH

Aldosterone and cortisone
272

Acromegaly is caused by the oversecretion of
somatotropin in adults, causing:

Enlarged bones in the hands, face and feet.

Extreme tallness and retarded mental
development.

Polyuria, polydipsia, and dehydration.

A small body size and short extremities
273

Acromegaly is caused by the oversecretion of
somatotropin in adults, causing:

Enlarged bones in the hands, face and feet.

Extreme tallness and retarded mental
development.

Polyuria, polydipsia, and dehydration.

A small body size and short extremities
274

Robbie is 24 years-old, four feet tall, has short
arms, and normal mental development. He
has:

Diabetes insipidus.

Acromegaly.

Dwarfism.

Hypothyroidism
275

Robbie is 24 years-old, four feet tall, has short
arms, and normal mental development. He
has:

Diabetes insipidus.

Acromegaly.

Dwarfism.

Hypothyroidism
276

Karla has an enlarged thyroid gland. The
enlargement is called a/an:

Goiter.

Adenoma.

Fibroid.

Lipoma.
277

Karla has an enlarged thyroid gland. The
enlargement is called a/an:

Goiter.

Adenoma.

Fibroid.

Lipoma.
278

What symptoms would be exhibited by
someone with hyperthyroidism?

Weakness, constipation and dry skin

Lethargy, weight loss and moon face

Hyperglycemia, polyuria and polyphagia

Extreme nervousness, irritability and rapid pulse
279

What symptoms would be exhibited by
someone with hyperthyroidism?

Weakness, constipation and dry skin

Lethargy, weight loss and moon face

Hyperglycemia, polyuria and polyphagia

Extreme nervousness, irritability and rapid pulse
280

Who would have the greatest likelihood of
developing Type II diabetes mellitus?

Thin child

Obese child

Thin adult

Obese adult
281

Who would have the greatest likelihood of
developing Type II diabetes mellitus?

Thin child

Obese child

Thin adult

Obese adult
282

Cushing’s syndrome is a disorder of the:

Adrenal gland.

Thyroid gland.

Pituitary gland.

Pancreas.
283

Cushing’s syndrome is a disorder of the:

Adrenal gland.

Thyroid gland.

Pituitary gland.

Pancreas.
284

What endocrine disorder can occur in countries
that do not have iodized salt?

Addison’s disease

Cushing’s syndrome

Hypothyroidism

Dwarfism
285

What endocrine disorder can occur in countries
that do not have iodized salt?

Addison’s disease

Cushing’s syndrome

Hypothyroidism

Dwarfism
286

What disorder might be treated with diet,
exercise, and oral hypoglycemic drugs?

Goiter

Hyperthyroidism

Diabetes mellitus

Acromegaly
287

What disorder might be treated with diet,
exercise, and oral hypoglycemic drugs?

Goiter

Hyperthyroidism

Diabetes mellitus

Acromegaly
288
Integumentary
289

A lack of oxygen supply to the skin can cause
the skin to become:

Cyanotic.

Jaundiced.

White.

Red.
290

A lack of oxygen supply to the skin can cause
the skin to become:

Cyanotic.

Jaundiced.

White.

Red.
291

What medical treatment is effective because of
the absorption function of the skin?

Defibrillation

Massage

Heating pad

Nicotine patch
292

What medical treatment is effective because of
the absorption function of the skin?

Defibrillation

Massage

Heating pad

Nicotine patch
293

The excretory function of the skin allows the
body to eliminate excess:

Fat and sugar.

Water and heat.

Vitamin C.

Minerals.
294

The excretory function of the skin allows the body
to eliminate excess:

Fat and sugar.

Water and heat.

Vitamin C.

Minerals.
295

Spending short periods of time in the morning
sun can be beneficial. How?

Toughens the skin to improve its protective
function.

Improves circulation to the skin, improving
health.

Improves the skin’s elasticity, preventing wrinkles.

Helps in the production of Vitamin D.
skin
296

Spending short periods of time in the morning
sun can be beneficial. How?

Toughens the skin to improve its protective
function.

Improves circulation to the skin, improving skin
health.

Improves the skin’s elasticity, preventing wrinkles.

Helps in the production of Vitamin D.
297

The presence of cellulite can be attributed to
what layer of the skin?

Epidermis

Dermis

Corium

Subcutaneous
298

The presence of cellulite can be attributed to
what layer of the skin?

Epidermis

Dermis

Corium

Subcutaneous
299

When compared to someone with very light
skin, a person with dark skin has more:

Melanin.

Melanocytes.

Vitamin D.

Vitamin C.
300

When compared to someone with very light
skin, a person with dark skin has more:

Melanin.

Melanocytes.

Vitamin D.

Vitamin C.
301

What causes the pinkish tint in an albino’s skin?

Melanin

Carotene

Blood vessels

Jaundice
302

What causes the pinkish tint in an albino’s skin?

Melanin

Carotene

Blood vessels

Jaundice
303

What layer of the skin contains blood vessels,
nerves and hair follicles?

Dermis

Epidermis

Hypodermis

Subcutaneous
304

What layer of the skin contains blood vessels,
nerves and hair follicles?

Dermis

Epidermis

Hypodermis

Subcutaneous
305

Margie has always had white spots on her arm.
They are MOST LIKELY caused by

Albino disorder.

Hives.

Calcium deficiency.

A lack of melanin.
306

Margie has always had white spots on her arm.
They are MOST LIKELY caused by

Albino disorder.

Hives.

Calcium deficiency.

A lack of melanin.
307

Which of the following is a permanent disorder
of the integumentary system?

Urticaria

Alopecia

Vesicle

Athlete’s foot
308

Which of the following is a permanent disorder
of the integumentary system?

Urticaria

Alopecia

Vesicle

Athlete’s foot
309

When you look at the skin, what layer can you
see?

Epidermis

Dermis

Corium

Subcutaneous tissue
310

When you look at the skin, what layer can you
see?

Epidermis

Dermis

Corium

Subcutaneous tissue
311

A new father describes his baby as looking like
a “pumpkin.” The baby is MOST LIKELY:

Cyanotic.

Jaundiced.

Flushed.

An albino.
312

A new father describes his baby as looking like a
“pumpkin.” The baby is MOST LIKELY:

Cyanotic.

Jaundiced.

Flushed.

An albino
313

You might expect a person’s skin to be
jaundiced if he/she has:

Melanoma.

Hepatitis.

Ringworm.

Scabies.
314

You might expect a person’s skin to be jaundiced
if he/she has:

Melanoma.

Hepatitis.

Ringworm.

Scabies
315

Basal cell and squamous cell are types of:

Pustules.

Allergic skin disorders.

Skin cancer.

Nodules.
316

Basal cell and squamous cell are types of:

Pustules.

Allergic skin disorders.

Skin cancer.

Nodules.
317

Conrad has a crust on his knee. What did
Conrad do two days ago?

Was hit in the knee by a snowball.

Fell and skinned his knee.

Stayed out in the sun too long.

Wore a friend’s gym shorts.
318

Conrad has a crust on his knee. What did Conrad
do two days ago?

Was hit in the knee by a snowball.

Fell and skinned his knee.

Stayed out in the sun too long.

Wore a friend’s gym shorts
319

Which of the following skin diseases is
contagious?

Eczema

Dermatitis

Athlete’s foot

Psoriasis
320

Which of the following skin diseases is
contagious?

Eczema

Dermatitis

Athlete’s foot

Psoriasis
321

Your friend has developed a patch of red skin
that is covered by silver scales. What is it?

Psoriasis

Urticaria

Alopecia

Dermatitis
322

Your friend has developed a patch of red skin
that is covered by silver scales. What is it?

Psoriasis

Urticaria

Alopecia

Dermatitis
323

What skin disorder is often life threatening?

Athlete’s foot

Eczema

Verrucae

Melanoma
324

What skin disorder is often life threatening?

Athlete’s foot

Eczema

Verrucae

Melanoma
325

What skin disorder can be treated with
antibiotics?

Acne vulgaris

Athlete’s foot

Basal cell carcinoma

Scabies
326

What skin disorder can be treated with
antibiotics?

Acne vulgaris

Athlete’s foot

Basal cell carcinoma

Scabies
327

Greta has macules on her face. The more
common term is:

Chickenpox.

Freckles.

Hives.

Scabs.
328

Greta has macules on her face. The more
common term is:

Chickenpox.

Freckles.

Hives.

Scabs.
329
Lymphatic
System
330

What cells are a normal component of both
lymph AND blood?

Erythrocytes

Lymphocytes

Platelets

Thrombocytes
331

What cells are a normal component of both
lymph AND blood?

Erythrocytes

Lymphocytes

Platelets

Thrombocytes
332

Where would you find lymph vessels?

In tissues that do not have blood vessels

In the four chambers of the heart

Throughout the body

Only in organs of the digestive
333

Where would you find lymph vessels?

In tissues that do not have blood vessels

In the four chambers of the heart

Throughout the body

Only in organs of the digestive
334

What causes lymph to flow through lymph
vessels?

Peristalsis

The heart

Contractions of skeletal muscles against lymph
vessels

Wavelike contractions of the muscular lining of
lymph vessels
335

What causes lymph to flow through lymph
vessels?

Peristalsis

The heart

Contractions of skeletal muscles against lymph
vessels

Wavelike contractions of the muscular lining of
lymph vessels
336

Where are the lingual tonsils located?

Tongue

Nose

Lips

On the voice box
337

Where are the lingual tonsils located?

Tongue

Nose

Lips

On the voice box
338

A lymph node has two important functions.
What are they?

Lymphocyte production and pumping lymph
fluid.

Transportation of fats and lymph fluid.

Lymphocyte production and lymph filtration.

Pumping lymph fluid and transporting fats
339

A lymph node has two important functions.
What are they?

Lymphocyte production and pumping lymph
fluid.

Transportation of fats and lymph fluid.

Lymphocyte production and lymph filtration.

Pumping lymph fluid and transporting fats
340

What organ recycles red blood cells?

Lymph node

Spleen

Thymus

Lingual tonsil
341

What organ recycles red blood cells?

Lymph node

Spleen

Thymus

Lingual tonsil
342

If a child does not have a functioning thymus,
he/she might have difficulty:

Fighting infection.

Breathing.

Swallowing.

Removing toxic waste from the body.
343

If a child does not have a functioning thymus,
he/she might have difficulty:

Fighting infection.

Breathing.

Swallowing.

Removing toxic waste from the body.
344

What disorder of the lymph system is classified
as a malignancy?

Adenitis

Hodgkin’s disease

Splenomegaly

Tonsillitis
345

What disorder of the lymph system is classified
as a malignancy?

Adenitis

Hodgkin’s disease

Splenomegaly

Tonsillitis
346

Juan is a firefighter who is diagnosed
with splenomegaly. Why would his
doctor tell Juan he cannot go to
work for a month?

He is most likely contagious.

His throat could swell shut and block his
airway.

If bumped in the abdomen, his spleen
could rupture.

He cannot be exposed to others
because he cannot fight infection
347

Juan is a firefighter who is diagnosed
with splenomegaly. Why would his
doctor tell Juan he cannot go to
work for a month?

He is most likely contagious.

His throat could swell shut and block his
airway.

If bumped in the abdomen, his spleen
could rupture.

He cannot be exposed to others
because he cannot fight infection
348

What is the usual treatment for occasional
bouts of tonsillitis?

Tonsillectomy

Splenectomy

Antibiotics and warm throat irrigations

Narcotic pain medication and steroids
349

What is the usual treatment for occasional
bouts of tonsillitis?

Tonsillectomy

Splenectomy

Antibiotics and warm throat irrigations

Narcotic pain medication and steroids
350
Endocrine
System
351

Which endocrine gland is also an exocrine
gland?

Pituitary

Thymus

Pancreas

Ovary
352

Which endocrine gland is also an exocrine
gland?

Pituitary

Thymus

Pancreas

Ovary
353

The parathyroid glands are located nearest
what structure?

Larynx

Pinna

Liver

Kidneys
354

The parathyroid glands are located nearest
what structure?

Larynx

Pinna

Liver

Kidneys
355

What best describes the composition of a
hormone?

A complex protein

A carbohydrate

A chemical substance

A cell with a nucleus
356

What best describes the composition of a
hormone?

A complex protein

A carbohydrate

A chemical substance

A cell with a nucleus
357

Why is the pituitary the “master gland”?

Its hormones affect other glands.

Its hormones can replicate the actions of other
hormones.

All hormones start as immature pituitary
hormones.

Its hormones control reproduction.
358

Why is the pituitary the “master gland”?

Its hormones affect other glands.

Its hormones can replicate the actions of other
hormones.

All hormones start as immature pituitary
hormones.

Its hormones control reproduction.
359

If your body produced too much thyrotropin,
you would have an:

Overactive thyroid gland.

Overactive thymus.

Underactive thyroid gland.

Underactive thymus.
360

If your body produced too much thyrotropin,
you would have an:

Overactive thyroid gland.

Overactive thymus.

Underactive thyroid gland.

Underactive thymus.
361

What diagnostic procedure might reveal a
pituitary tumor?

Skull x-ray

Bronchoscopy

Brain scan

Chest x-ray
362

What diagnostic procedure might reveal a
pituitary tumor?

Skull x-ray

Bronchoscopy

Brain scan

Chest x-ray
363

A teenage athlete who wants to grow bigger
and taller might be foolish enough to take what
pituitary hormone?

ACTH

FSH

Somatotropin

Prolactin
364

A teenage athlete who wants to grow bigger
and taller might be foolish enough to take what
pituitary hormone?

ACTH

FSH

Somatotropin

Prolactin
365

Lara is frightened and can feel her heart start to
pound. What hormone is causing her reaction?

Epinephrine

Progesterone

Thyrotropin

Glucagon
366

Lara is frightened and can feel her heart start to
pound. What hormone is causing her reaction?

Epinephrine

Progesterone

Thyrotropin

Glucagon
367

Which of the following is classified as an
endocrine hormone?

Glycogen

Insulin

Surfactant

Melanin
368

Which of the following is classified as an
endocrine hormone?

Glycogen

Insulin

Surfactant

Melanin
369

When doctors wish to induce labor, a pregnant
woman is given pitocin, a synthetic form of
what pituitary hormone?

Vasopressin

Estrogen

Progesterone

Oxytocin
370

When doctors wish to induce labor, a pregnant
woman is given pitocin, a synthetic form of
what pituitary hormone?

Vasopressin

Estrogen

Progesterone

Oxytocin
371

Which of the following glands produces
estrogen?

Pineal

Pituitary

Ovary

Adrenal
372

Which of the following glands produces
estrogen?

Pineal

Pituitary

Ovary

Adrenal
373

What hormones stimulate body hair, facial hair,
large muscles and a deep voice?

Androgens

Estrogens

ADH and TSH

Aldosterone and cortisone
374

What hormones stimulate body hair, facial hair,
large muscles and a deep voice?

Androgens

Estrogens

ADH and TSH

Aldosterone and cortisone
375

Acromegaly is caused by the oversecretion of
somatotropin in adults, causing:

Enlarged bones in the hands, face and feet.

Extreme tallness and retarded mental
development.

Polyuria, polydipsia, and dehydration.

A small body size and short extremities.
376

Acromegaly is caused by the oversecretion of
somatotropin in adults, causing:

Enlarged bones in the hands, face and feet.

Extreme tallness and retarded mental
development.

Polyuria, polydipsia, and dehydration.

A small body size and short extremities.
377

Robbie is 24 years-old, four feet tall, has short
arms, and normal mental development. He
has:

Diabetes insipidus.

Acromegaly.

Dwarfism.

Hypothyroidism.
378

Robbie is 24 years-old, four feet tall, has short
arms, and normal mental development. He
has:

Diabetes insipidus.

Acromegaly.

Dwarfism.

Hypothyroidism.
379

Karla has an enlarged thyroid gland. The
enlargement is called a/an:

Goiter.

Adenoma.

Fibroid.

Lipoma.
380

Karla has an enlarged thyroid gland. The
enlargement is called a/an:

Goiter.

Adenoma.

Fibroid.

Lipoma.
381

What symptoms would be exhibited by
someone with hyperthyroidism?

Weakness, constipation and dry skin

Lethargy, weight loss and moon face

Hyperglycemia, polyuria and polyphagia

Extreme nervousness, irritability and rapid pulse
382

What symptoms would be exhibited by
someone with hyperthyroidism?

Weakness, constipation and dry skin

Lethargy, weight loss and moon face

Hyperglycemia, polyuria and polyphagia

Extreme nervousness, irritability and rapid pulse
383

Who would have the greatest likelihood of
developing Type II diabetes mellitus?

Thin child

Obese child

Thin adult

Obese adult
384

Who would have the greatest likelihood of
developing Type II diabetes mellitus?

Thin child

Obese child

Thin adult

Obese adult
385

Cushing’s syndrome is a disorder of the:

Adrenal gland.

Thyroid gland.

Pituitary gland.

Pancreas.
386

Cushing’s syndrome is a disorder of the:

Adrenal gland.

Thyroid gland.

Pituitary gland.

Pancreas.
387

What endocrine disorder can occur in countries
that do not have iodized salt?

Addison’s disease

Cushing’s syndrome

Hypothyroidism

Dwarfism
388

What endocrine disorder can occur in countries
that do not have iodized salt?

Addison’s disease

Cushing’s syndrome

Hypothyroidism

Dwarfism
389

What disorder might be treated with diet,
exercise, and oral hypoglycemic drugs?

Goiter

Hyperthyroidism

Diabetes mellitus

Acromegaly
390

What disorder might be treated with diet,
exercise, and oral hypoglycemic drugs?

Goiter

Hyperthyroidism

Diabetes mellitus

Acromegaly
391
Muscle System
392

One of the characteristics of muscles is
extensibility. This allows muscles to:

React to an impulse.

Contract.

Stretch.

Consume oxygen.
393

One of the characteristics of muscles is
extensibility. This allows muscles to:

React to an impulse.

Contract.

Stretch.

Consume oxygen.
394

Which of the following is one of the properties
of muscles?

Excitability

Portability

Stability

Feasibility
395

Which of the following is one of the properties
of muscles?

Excitability

Portability

Stability

Feasibility
396

The walls of the heart are made of:

Cardiac muscle.

Coronary muscle.

Striated muscle.

Voluntary muscle
397

The walls of the heart are made of:

Cardiac muscle.

Coronary muscle.

Striated muscle.

Voluntary muscle
398

Where would you find a voluntary muscle?

In blood vessel walls

Attached to the femur

Inside the heart

Lining the stomach
399

Where would you find a voluntary muscle?

In blood vessel walls

Attached to the femur

Inside the heart

Lining the stomach
400

After you swallow food, what kind of muscle
moves the food toward your stomach?

Cardiac

Skeletal

Voluntary

Smooth
401

After you swallow food, what kind of muscle
moves the food toward your stomach?

Cardiac

Skeletal

Voluntary

Smooth
402

The tough, sheetlike membrane that covers and
protects muscle is:

Fascia.

A ligament.

A tendon.

Periostum.
403

The tough, sheetlike membrane that covers and
protects muscle is:

Fascia.

A ligament.

A tendon.

Periostum.
404

What muscle movement occurs when you
move your hand from an open palm to a fist?

Adduction

Abduction

Flexion

Extension
405

What muscle movement occurs when you
move your hand from an open palm to a fist?

Adduction

Abduction

Flexion

Extension
406

When a muscle attaches to a bone, the end
that does not move is the:

Tendon.

Root.

Origin.

Insertion
407

When a muscle attaches to a bone, the end
that does not move is the:

Tendon.

Root.

Origin.

Insertion
408

Of the following, what muscle is superior to the
other three?

Intercostals

Gastrocnemius

Sternocleidomastoid

Trapezius
409

Of the following, what muscle is superior to the
other three?

Intercostals

Gastrocnemius

Sternocleidomastoid

Trapezius
410

Of the following, what muscle would do the
most work if you ran five miles?

Sternocleidomastoid

Quadriceps femoris

Biceps

Pectoralis major
411

Of the following, what muscle would do the
most work if you ran five miles?

Sternocleidomastoid

Quadriceps femoris

Biceps

Pectoralis major
412

What muscle is located above the waist?

Deltoid

Tibialis anterior

Gastrocnemius

Gluteus maximus
413

What muscle is located above the waist?

Deltoid

Tibialis anterior

Gastrocnemius

Gluteus maximus
414

Karina’s leg was in a cast for ten weeks. You
would expect her leg muscles to experience
some degree of:

Atrophy.

Hypertrophy.

Circumduction.

Rotation.
415

Karina’s leg was in a cast for ten weeks. You
would expect her leg muscles to experience
some degree of:

Atrophy.

Hypertrophy.

Circumduction.

Rotation.
416

What would cause a muscle contracture?

Twisting

Pulling

Lack of use

Overuse
417

What would cause a muscle contracture?

Twisting

Pulling

Lack of use

Overuse
418

What is the correct spelling for the muscles
located between the ribs?

Intracostals

Intracoastals

Intercostals

Intercoastals
419

What is the correct spelling for the muscles
located between the ribs?

Intracostals

Intracoastals

Intercostals

Intercoastals
420

Where is the latissimus dorsi located?

Shoulder

Neck

Back

Leg
421

Where is the latissimus dorsi located?

Shoulder

Neck

Back

Leg
422

What disabling muscle disorder usually affects
children?

Fibromyalgia

Muscular dystrophy

Myasthenia gravis

Strain
423

What disabling muscle disorder usually affects
children?

Fibromyalgia

Muscular dystrophy

Myasthenia gravis

Strain
424

What is the recommended treatment for a
muscle spasm in the calf?

Alternating hot and cold applications

Physical therapy

Stretch the muscle

Pain medication
425

What is the recommended treatment for a
muscle spasm in the calf?

Alternating hot and cold applications

Physical therapy

Stretch the muscle

Pain medication
426

What muscle is located in the calf?

Gastrocnemius

Triceps

Trapezius

Gluteus maximus
427

What muscle is located in the calf?

Gastrocnemius

Triceps

Trapezius

Gluteus maximus
428

Tetanus is caused by:

Muscle strain.

A missing gene.

An autoimmune response.

A bacteria.
429

Tetanus is caused by:

Muscle strain.

A missing gene.

An autoimmune response.

A bacteria.
430

What muscle injury is often caused by
overstretching a muscle?

Fibromyalgia

Strain

Dislocation

Atrophy
431

What muscle injury is often caused by
overstretching a muscle?

Fibromyalgia

Strain

Dislocation

Atrophy
432
Nervous
System
433

Where on the neuron would you find a myelin
sheath?

Dendrite

Nucleus

Axon

Terminal branches
434

Where on the neuron would you find a myelin
sheath?

Dendrite

Nucleus

Axon

Terminal branches
435

In what order does an impulse travel through
parts of a neuron?

Axon synapse  dendrite  cell body

Dendrite  axon  cell body  synapse

Cell body  dendrite  axon  synapse

Synapse  cell body  dendrite  axon
436

In what order does an impulse travel through
parts of a neuron?

Axon synapse  dendrite  cell body

Dendrite  axon  cell body  synapse

Cell body  dendrite  axon  synapse

Synapse  cell body  dendrite  axon
437

If a neuron were to lose its myelin sheath, what
MOST LIKELY would happen?

The person would have seizures.

There would be no blood supply to the neuron.

The nerve impulse would not be able to cross the
synapse.

The nerve impulse would slow down across the
axon.
438

If a neuron were to lose its myelin sheath, what
MOST LIKELY would happen?

The person would have seizures.

There would be no blood supply to the neuron.

The nerve impulse would not be able to cross the
synapse.

The nerve impulse would slow down across the
axon.
439

What is the MAIN function of a nerve?

To produce neurons

To carry messages

Sensation

Protection
440

What is the MAIN function of a nerve?

To produce neurons

To carry messages

Sensation

Protection
441

The peripheral nervous system contains:

The cranial nerves.

The brain.

The spinal cord.

Meninges.
442

The peripheral nervous system contains:

The cranial nerves.

The brain.

The spinal cord.

Meninges.
443

A man was hit in the head and now has
difficulty walking and maintaining his balance.
What part of the brain MOST LIKELY was
affected?

Cerebellum

Cerebrum

Midbrain

Pons
444

A man was hit in the head and now has
difficulty walking and maintaining his balance.
What part of the brain MOST LIKELY was
affected?

Cerebellum

Cerebrum

Midbrain

Pons
445

The frontal and parietal lobes can be found in
the:

Cerebellum.

Cerebrum.

Midbrain.

Pons.
446

The frontal and parietal lobes can be found in
the:

Cerebellum.

Cerebrum.

Midbrain.

Pons.
447

What part of the brain connects with the spinal
cord?

Cerebrum

Cerebellum

Pituitary gland

Medulla oblongata
448

What part of the brain connects with the spinal
cord?

Cerebrum

Cerebellum

Pituitary gland

Medulla oblongata
449

What part of the brain is MOST like a blanket?

Cerebrum

Ventricles

Meninges

Pons
450

What part of the brain is MOST like a blanket?

Cerebrum

Ventricles

Meninges

Pons
451

If a needle were inserted into a ventricle in the
brain, what would MOST LIKELY be withdrawn?

Blood

Cerebrospinal fluid

Air

Nerve tissue
452

If a needle were inserted into a ventricle in the
brain, what would MOST LIKELY be withdrawn?

Blood

Cerebrospinal fluid

Air

Nerve tissue
453

Where would you find the dura mater?

Between the skull and arachnoid

Directly above the lateral ventricle

Inside the pons and midbrain

Surrounding the pituitary gland
454

Where would you find the dura mater?

Between the skull and arachnoid

Directly above the lateral ventricle

Inside the pons and midbrain

Surrounding the pituitary gland
455

The autonomic nervous system prepares the
body for the “fight or flight response” by:

Heightening the senses.

Increasing blood supply to the kidneys.

Decreasing the pain sensation.

Increasing heart rate and blood pressure.
456

The autonomic nervous system prepares the
body for the “fight or flight response” by:

Heightening the senses.

Increasing blood supply to the kidneys.

Decreasing the pain sensation.

Increasing heart rate and blood pressure.
457

What body function is NOT affected when a
person has advanced amytrophic lateral
sclerosis?

Speaking

Walking

Thinking

Eating
458

What body function is NOT affected when a
person has advanced amytrophic lateral
sclerosis?

Speaking

Walking

Thinking

Eating
459

What are the classic symptoms of carpal tunnel
syndrome?

Paralysis of the hand

Uncontrolled twitching of the hands and feet

Redness and bulging of tissue in the wrist area

Pain and numbness of the thumbs and fingers
460

What are the classic symptoms of carpal tunnel
syndrome?

Paralysis of the hand

Uncontrolled twitching of the hands and feet

Redness and bulging of tissue in the wrist area

Pain and numbness of the thumbs and fingers
461

Of the following, which inflammatory disease
affects the coverings of the brain and/or spinal
cord?

Meningitis

Neuralgia

Shingles

Encephalitis
462

Of the following, which inflammatory disease
affects the coverings of the brain and/or spinal
cord?

Meningitis

Neuralgia

Shingles

Encephalitis
463

Last year Jeremy was in a wheelchair but today
he can walk because he is in remission. What,
MOST LIKELY, does he have?

Cerebral Palsy

Multiple sclerosis

Paralysis

Amytrophic lateral sclerosis
464

Last year Jeremy was in a wheelchair but today
he can walk because he is in remission. What,
MOST LIKELY, does he have?

Cerebral Palsy

Multiple sclerosis

Paralysis

Amytrophic lateral sclerosis
465

What diagnostic test would be used to
diagnose epilepsy?

Lumbar puncture

Electroencephalogram

Skin culture

Cerebral arteriogram
466

What diagnostic test would be used to
diagnose epilepsy?

Lumbar puncture

Electroencephalogram

Skin culture

Cerebral arteriogram
467

Which of the following disorders can be cured?

Meningitis

Cerebral palsy

Dementia

Parkinson’s disease
468

Which of the following disorders can be cured?

Meningitis

Cerebral palsy

Dementia

Parkinson’s disease
469

In addition to the nervous system, what other
body system is clearly involved when someone
has shingles?

Muscular

Digestive

Skeletal

Integumentary
470

In addition to the nervous system, what other
body system is clearly involved when someone
has shingles?

Muscular

Digestive

Skeletal

Integumentary
471

What disorders of the nervous system are usually
present at birth?

Multiple sclerosis and shingles

Multiple sclerosis and hydrocephalus

Hydrocephalus and cerebral palsy

Cerebral palsy and shingles
472

What disorders of the nervous system are usually
present at birth?

Multiple sclerosis and shingles

Multiple sclerosis and hydrocephalus

Hydrocephalus and cerebral palsy

Cerebral palsy and shingles
473
Reproductive
System
474

What two structures are located inside the
scrotum?

Epididymis and prostate gland

Prostate gland and seminal vesicles

Seminal vesicles and testes

Testes and epididymis
475

What two structures are located inside the
scrotum?

Epididymis and prostate gland

Prostate gland and seminal vesicles

Seminal vesicles and testes

Testes and epididymis
476

What is surgically removed during a
circumcision?

Foreskin

Cowper’s gland

Scrotum

Vas deferens
477

What is surgically removed during a
circumcision?

Foreskin

Cowper’s gland

Scrotum

Vas deferens
478

Where does semen go immediately after
passing through the ejaculatory ducts?

Outside the body

Epididymis

Urethra

Vas deferens
479

Where does semen go immediately after
passing through the ejaculatory ducts?

Outside the body

Epididymis

Urethra

Vas deferens
480

What structure contains muscular tissue that
contracts during ejaculation to aid in the
expulsion of semen?

Prostate gland

Bartholin’s gland

Epididymis

Testes
481

What structure contains muscular tissue that
contracts during ejaculation to aid in the
expulsion of semen?

Prostate gland

Bartholin’s gland

Epididymis

Testes
482

Why is the scrotum located outside the body?

The lower temperature is essential for sperm
production.

To protect the testes from abdominal trauma.

To keep the testes away from the infective
potential of the digestive system.

The vas deferens provides a longer pathway for
the maturation of sperm
483

Why is the scrotum located outside the body?

The lower temperature is essential for sperm
production.

To protect the testes from abdominal trauma.

To keep the testes away from the infective
potential of the digestive system.

The vas deferens provides a longer pathway for
the maturation of sperm
484

What is the function of the epididymis?

To secrete testosterone.

To store sperm until they mature.

To hold the testes.

To act as a passageway for sperm from the
urethra to the penis.
485

What is the function of the epididymis?

To secrete testosterone.

To store sperm until they mature.

To hold the testes.

To act as a passageway for sperm from the
urethra to the penis.
486

Where in the male reproductive system is
testosterone produced?

Ejaculatory ducts

Seminal vesicles

Testes

Prostate gland
487

Where in the male reproductive system is
testosterone produced?

Ejaculatory ducts

Seminal vesicles

Testes

Prostate gland
488

A man who receives a mumps vaccination is
less likely to get:

Testicular cancer.

Prostate cancer.

Cryptorchidism.

Orchitis.
489

A man who receives a mumps vaccination is
less likely to get:

Testicular cancer.

Prostate cancer.

Cryptorchidism.

Orchitis.
490

A 65 year-old healthy male begins to have
difficulty starting to urinate, urinary frequency,
and nocturia. What MOST LIKELY is the cause?

Prostatic hypertrophy

Testicular cancer

Epididymitis

Orchitis
491

A 65 year-old healthy male begins to have
difficulty starting to urinate, urinary frequency,
and nocturia. What MOST LIKELY is the cause?

Prostatic hypertrophy

Testicular cancer

Epididymitis

Orchitis
492

Occasionally, one or both testes do not
descend properly before birth. This condition is
known as:

Circumcision.

Cryptorchidism.

Orchitis.

Epididymitis.
493

Occasionally, one or both testes do not
descend properly before birth. This condition is
known as:

Circumcision.

Cryptorchidism.

Orchitis.

Epididymitis.
494

Testicular cancer is most common in what age?

Elementary boys

High school boys

Young adult men

Men over 65 years-old
495

Testicular cancer is most common in what age?

Elementary boys

High school boys

Young adult men

Men over 65 years-old
496

The female gonads are the:

Ovaries.

Fallopian tubes.

Follicles.

Mammary glands.
497

The female gonads are the:

Ovaries.

Fallopian tubes.

Follicles.

Mammary glands.
498

What happens when a follicle ruptures?

Menstruation

Menopause

Ovulation

Lactation
499

What happens when a follicle ruptures?

Menstruation

Menopause

Ovulation

Lactation
500

Where does fertilization of an ovum usually take
place?

In the ovary

In the cervix

In the uterus

In the fallopian tube
501

Where does fertilization of an ovum usually take
place?

In the ovary

In the cervix

In the uterus

In the fallopian tube
502

What reproductive structure is described as a
hollow, muscular, pear-shaped organ?

Uterus

Vagina

Perineum

Ovary
503

What reproductive structure is described as a
hollow, muscular, pear-shaped organ?

Uterus

Vagina

Perineum

Ovary
504

Which of the following is part of the uterus?

Areola

Perineum

Fimbriae

Fundus
505

Which of the following is part of the uterus?

Areola

Perineum

Fimbriae

Fundus
506

During menstruation, the bleeding is the result
of:

Detachment of the myometrium.

Deterioration of the endometrium.

A ruptured follicle.

A ruptured fallopian tube.
507

During menstruation, the bleeding is the result
of:

Detachment of the myometrium.

Deterioration of the endometrium.

A ruptured follicle.

A ruptured fallopian tube.
508

What part of the external female genitalia
provides padding for the public bone?

Clitoris

Labia minora

Mons pubis

Perineum
509

What part of the external female genitalia
provides padding for the public bone?

Clitoris

Labia minora

Mons pubis

Perineum
510

When does a woman experience lactation?

During fertilization

After ovulation

During labor and delivery

After childbirth
511

When does a woman experience lactation?

During fertilization

After ovulation

During labor and delivery

After childbirth
512

At what age does the American Cancer
Society recommend a baseline mammogram
for women?

20 – 30 years old

35 – 40 years old

45 – 50 years old

55 – 60 years old
513

At what age does the American Cancer
Society recommend a baseline mammogram
for women?

20 – 30 years old

35 – 40 years old

45 – 50 years old

55 – 60 years old
514

What would cause a positive Pap smear?

Herpes

Endometriosis

Cervical cancer

Breast cancer
515

What would cause a positive Pap smear?

Herpes

Endometriosis

Cervical cancer

Breast cancer
516

A woman who is NOT sexually active could still
develop:

Endometriosis.

Chlamydia.

Gonorrhea.

Syphilis.
517

A woman who is NOT sexually active could still
develop:

Endometriosis.

Chlamydia.

Gonorrhea.

Syphilis.
518

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome can be
prevented by:

A vaccine.

Antibiotics.

Diet and exercise.

Avoiding risky behavior.
519

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome can be
prevented by:

A vaccine.

Antibiotics.

Diet and exercise.

Avoiding risky behavior.
520

This disease can be cured with
antibiotics in the first two stages, but
untreated, can cause damage to
the heart, brain damage, mental
disorders, deafness and blindness.
What is the disease?

Syphilis

Herpes

Uterine cancer

Chlamydia
521

This disease can be cured with
antibiotics in the first two stages, but
untreated, can cause damage to
the heart, brain damage, mental
disorders, deafness and blindness.
What is the disease?

Syphilis

Herpes

Uterine cancer

Chlamydia
522

What do the initials PID stand for?

Pelvic Immune Disorder

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Perineal Inflammatory Disorder

Perineal Immune Deficiency
523

What do the initials PID stand for?

Pelvic Immune Disorder

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Perineal Inflammatory Disorder

Perineal Immune Deficiency
524
Respiratory
System
525

What is the primary function of mucus and cilia
in the nostrils?

Sound production

Filtration

Temperature control

Respiration
526

What is the primary function of mucus and cilia
in the nostrils?

Sound production

Filtration

Temperature control

Respiration
527

Where are the sinuses located?

In the front lobe of the brain

In the skull surrounding the nasal cavity

Inside the nares

Under the cheek bones in the subcutaneous
tissue
528

Where are the sinuses located?

In the front lobe of the brain

In the skull surrounding the nasal cavity

Inside the nares

Under the cheek bones in the subcutaneous
tissue
529

What structure is a passageway for both food
and air?

Pharynx

Bronchus

Trachea

Larynx
530

What structure is a passageway for both food
and air?

Pharynx

Bronchus

Trachea

Larynx
531

If your epiglottis were to suddenly stop working,
what activity could be life threatening?

Breathing

Walking

Coughing

Eating
532

If your epiglottis were to suddenly stop working,
what activity could be life threatening?

Breathing

Walking

Coughing

Eating
533

The nostrils, larynx and trachea are all made
primarily of:

Cartilage.

Bone.

Muscle.

Tendons.
534

The nostrils, larynx and trachea are all made
primarily of:

Cartilage.

Bone.

Muscle.

Tendons.
535

What structure connects the larynx to the
bronchi?

Pleura

Oropharynx

Trachea

Bronchioles
536

What structure connects the larynx to the
bronchi?

Pleura

Oropharynx

Trachea

Bronchioles
537

Where in the respiratory tract does the
exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide take
place?

Larynx

Bronchi

Trachea

Alveoli
538

Where in the respiratory tract does the
exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide take
place?

Larynx

Bronchi

Trachea

Alveoli
539

Your lungs are divided into lobes. How many
lobes do you have?

Two

Three

Four

Five
540

Your lungs are divided into lobes. How many
lobes do you have?

Two

Three

Four

Five
541

What does the pleura allow the lungs to do?

Expand during breathing

Trap dust and other particles

Keep the alveoli distended

Cough
542

What does the pleura allow the lungs to do?

Expand during breathing

Trap dust and other particles

Keep the alveoli distended

Cough
543

In the process of breathing, during what stage
does the movement of the diaphragm enlarge
the thoracic cavity?

Internal respiration

External respiration

Inspiration

Expiration
544

In the process of breathing, during what stage
does the movement of the diaphragm enlarge
the thoracic cavity?

Internal respiration

External respiration

Inspiration

Expiration
545

During cellular respiration, what happens to the
carbon dioxide?

It leaves the alveoli and is exhaled from the lungs

It leaves the bloodstream and enters the alveoli

It leaves the cells and enters the bloodstream

It leaves the alveoli and enters the bloodstream
546

During cellular respiration, what happens to the
carbon dioxide?

It leaves the alveoli and is exhaled from the lungs

It leaves the bloodstream and enters the alveoli

It leaves the cells and enters the bloodstream

It leaves the alveoli and enters the bloodstream
547

If a person could not produce surfactant,
his/her:

Alveoli would collapse.

Bronchi would collapse.

Vocal cords would not vibrate.

Epiglottis would close.
548

If a person could not produce surfactant,
his/her:

Alveoli would collapse.

Bronchi would collapse.

Vocal cords would not vibrate.

Epiglottis would close.
549

Barbara has asthma and uses an inhaler when
she starts to wheeze. The purpose of the device
is to:

Dissolve mucus.

Contract blood vessels.

Liquefy secretions in the lungs.

Enlarge the bronchioles.
550

Barbara has asthma and uses an inhaler when
she starts to wheeze. The purpose of the device
is to:

Dissolve mucus.

Contract blood vessels.

Liquefy secretions in the lungs.

Enlarge the bronchioles.
551

MOST respiratory disorders are caused by:

Infection.

Lack of exercise.

Heredity.

Poor circulation.
552

MOST respiratory disorders are caused by:

Infection.

Lack of exercise.

Heredity.

Poor circulation.
553

What is the best treatment for mild epistaxis
caused by a bump in the nose?

Pack the nose with gauze

Compress the nostrils, elevate and tilt the head
slightly forward

Cauterize the bleeder

Lay flat on the back, head back, and pack the
nose with tissue
554

What is the best treatment for mild epistaxis
caused by a bump in the nose?

Pack the nose with gauze

Compress the nostrils, elevate and tilt the head
slightly forward

Cauterize the bleeder

Lay flat on the back, head back, and pack the
nose with tissue
555

Mr. Arnot is a heavy smoker with a chronic
cough, bluish tint to his skin, and a barrel chest.
He MOST LIKLEY suffers from:

Emphysema.

Epistaxis.

Tuberculosis.

Pleurisy.
556

Mr. Arnot is a heavy smoker with a chronic
cough, bluish tint to his skin, and a barrel chest.
He MOST LIKLEY suffers from:

Emphysema.

Epistaxis.

Tuberculosis.

Pleurisy.
557

Sarah has a chest x-ray that shows she
has tubercles in her lungs. What does
that mean?

She had tuberculosis in the past but has
recovered.

She has a dormant form of tuberculosis that
could become active if her resistance is
lowered.

She has an active case of tuberculosis and is
being treated with antibiotics.

She has a history of an infection that is similar
to tuberculosis and therefore is immune to TB
558

Sarah has a chest x-ray that shows she
has tubercles in her lungs. What does
that mean?

She had tuberculosis in the past but has
recovered.

She has a dormant form of tuberculosis that
could become active if her resistance is
lowered.

She has an active case of tuberculosis and is
being treated with antibiotics.

She has a history of an infection that is similar
to tuberculosis and therefore is immune to TB
559

What statement is true about lung cancer?

The prognosis is good.

Treatment includes hormone therapy and blood
transfusions.

It is the leading cause of cancer death in men
and women.

Second hand smoke rarely contributes to the
development of lung cancer.
560

What statement is true about lung cancer?

The prognosis is good.

Treatment includes hormone therapy and blood
transfusions.

It is the leading cause of cancer death in men
and women.

Second hand smoke rarely contributes to the
development of lung cancer.
561

What diagnostic test provides physicians with a
direct look at the lining of the respiratory tract?

CPAP

Bronchoscopy

Pulmonary function tests

Chest x-ray
562

What diagnostic test provides physicians with a
direct look at the lining of the respiratory tract?

CPAP

Bronchoscopy

Pulmonary function tests

Chest x-ray
563
Skeletal
Syetem
564

The bones function as levers in coordination
with what other body system?

Circulatory

Digestive

Integumentary

Muscular
565

The bones function as levers in coordination
with what other body system?

Circulatory

Digestive

Integumentary

Muscular
566

The skeletal system is responsible for the
production of:

Adrenalin.

Red blood cells.

Vitamins A and D.

Calcium.
567

The skeletal system is responsible for the
production of:

Adrenalin.

Red blood cells.

Vitamins A and D.

Calcium.
568

The tibia is an example of a/an:

Long bone.

Axial bone.

Flat bone.

Short bone
569

The tibia is an example of a/an:

Long bone.

Axial bone.

Flat bone.

Short bone
570

Of the following bones, which would MOST
LIKELY contain red marrow?

Metacarpals

Sternum

Patella

Fibula
571

Of the following bones, which would MOST
LIKELY contain red marrow?

Metacarpals

Sternum

Patella

Fibula
572

The vertebrae are part of the:

Pelvic girdle.

Shoulder girdle.

Axial skeleton.

Appendicular skeleton.
573

The vertebrae are part of the:

Pelvic girdle.

Shoulder girdle.

Axial skeleton.

Appendicular skeleton.
574

What does a newborn have that most adults do
not have?

Foramina

Sutures

Sinuses

Fontanels
575

What does a newborn have that most adults do
not have?

Foramina

Sutures

Sinuses

Fontanels
576

Where would you find the periosteum?

In the medullary cavity

Outside the bone

Inside the epiphyses

Outside a fontanel
577

Where would you find the periosteum?

In the medullary cavity

Outside the bone

Inside the epiphyses

Outside a fontanel
578

What two bones articulate with each other?

Patella and ulna

Vertebrae and sternum

Metacarpals and phalanges

Carpals and humerus
579

What two bones articulate with each other?

Patella and ulna

Vertebrae and sternum

Metacarpals and phalanges

Carpals and humerous
580

What type of joint connects the parietal bones
to the temporal bone?

Synovial

Diarthrosis

Suture

Fontanel
581

What type of joint connects the parietal bones
to the temporal bone?

Synovial

Diarthrosis

Suture

Fontanel
582

What bone do you have the greatest number
of in your body?

Femurs

Phalanges

Cranial bones

Scapulas
583

What bone do you have the greatest number
of in your body?

Femurs

Phalanges

Cranial bones

Scapulas
584

What skeletal structure is located in the skull?

Sinus

Epiphysis

Diaphysis

Carpal
585

What skeletal structure is located in the skull?

Sinus

Epiphysis

Diaphysis

Carpal
586

What is the function of an osteoblast?

To form new bone tissue

To fight infection

To produce erythrocytes and leukocytes

Protection
587

What is the function of an osteoblast?

To form new bone tissue

To fight infection

To produce erythrocytes and leukocytes

Protection
588

Where would you find metatarsals?

Above the knee

In the elbow

In the instep of the foot

At the bottom of the spinal column
589

Where would you find metatarsals?

Above the knee

In the elbow

In the instep of the foot

At the bottom of the spinal column
590

A woman who is 50 years old has started to
have mild symptoms of arthritis in her hips. How
would her condition be treated?

Bedrest and steroids

Arthroplasty

Aspirin and exercise

Immobilization with a splint
591

A woman who is 50 years old has started to
have mild symptoms of arthritis in her hips. How
would her condition be treated?

Bedrest and steroids

Arthroplasty

Aspirin and exercise

Immobilization with a splint
592

Bursitis usually affects the:

Long bones.

Joints.

Neck.

Feet.
593

Bursitis usually affects the:

Long bones.

Joints.

Neck.

Feet.
594

What skeletal disorder is usually treated with
physical therapy, traction or surgery?

Arthritis

Dislocation

Herniated disk

Osteoporosis
595

What skeletal disorder is usually treated with
physical therapy, traction or surgery?

Arthritis

Dislocation

Herniated disk

Osteoporosis
596

Maria has kyphosis. What part of her vertebral
column is out of normal alignment?

Thoracic

Lumbar

Coccyxgeal

Cervical
597

Maria has kyphosis. What part of her vertebral
column is out of normal alignment?

Thoracic

Lumbar

Coccyxgeal

Cervical
598

What bone disorder resulting from a loss of
calcium and phosphorus is common among
elderly females?

Scoliosis

Gout

Sprain

Osteoporosis
599

What bone disorder resulting from a loss of
calcium and phosphorus is common among
elderly females?

Scoliosis

Gout

Sprain

Osteoporosis
600

Leonard has a greenstick fracture. What can
you assume about Leonard?

He twisted his leg skiing

He was hit in the head

He is a child

He has an increased chance of infection
601

Leonard has a greenstick fracture. What can
you assume about Leonard?

He twisted his leg skiing

He was hit in the head

He is a child

He has an increased chance of infection
602

Approximately 75% of the time, a first attack of
gout affects the

Neck.

Big toe.

Long bones.

Wrist.
603

Approximately 75% of the time, a first attack of
gout affects the

Neck.

Big toe.

Long bones.

Wrist.
604
Special Senses
605

What function do the orbits, eye lashes, and
lacrimal glands all have in common?

Nutrition

Lubrication

Protection

Excretion
606

What function do the orbits, eye lashes, and
lacrimal glands all have in common?

Nutrition

Lubrication

Protection

Excretion
607

When you cry and your nose runs, what fluid is
coming out through your nose?

Tears

Cerebrospinal fluid

Aqueous humor

Mucus
608

When you cry and your nose runs, what fluid is
coming out through your nose?

Tears

Cerebrospinal fluid

Aqueous humor

Mucus
609

When you look in the mirror, what part of the
eye can you NOT see?

Iris

Pupil

Sclera

Retina
610

When you look in the mirror, what part of the
eye can you NOT see?

Iris

Pupil

Sclera

Retina
611

What are two functions of the lens of the eye?

Refraction and accommodation

Impulse reception and transmission

Maintains the shape of the eyeball and refracts
light

Color vision and night vision
612

What are two functions of the lens of the eye?

Refraction and accommodation

Impulse reception and transmission

Maintains the shape of the eyeball and refracts
light

Color vision and night vision
613

What part of the eye is actually a mucous
membrane?

Sclera

Cornea

Choroid coat

Conjunctiva
614

What part of the eye is actually a mucous
membrane?

Sclera

Cornea

Choroid coat

Conjunctiva
615

When a person looks at an image, light rays
pass through the eye and focus on the:

Pupil.

Retina.

Optic nerve.

Lens.
616

When a person looks at an image, light rays
pass through the eye and focus on the:

Pupil.

Retina.

Optic nerve.

Lens.
617

What eye condition can occur in someone with
a normally shaped eyeball?

Myopia

Hyperopia

Presbyopia

Astigmatism
618

What eye condition can occur in someone with
a normally shaped eyeball?

Myopia

Hyperopia

Presbyopia

Astigmatism
619

How is glaucoma usually treated?

Medication

Surgical removal of the lens

Corrective lenses

Radial keratotomy
620

How is glaucoma usually treated?

Medication

Surgical removal of the lens

Corrective lenses

Radial keratotomy
621

What eye condition occurs more frequently in
children?

Cataract

Glaucoma

Strabismus

Presbyopia
622

What eye condition occurs more frequently in
children?

Cataract

Glaucoma

Strabismus

Presbyopia
623

What disorder can often be corrected with
radial keratotomy (RK)?

Myopia

Cataract

Strabismus

Amblyopia
624

What disorder can often be corrected with
radial keratotomy (RK)?

Myopia

Cataract

Strabismus

Amblyopia
625

What is the largest structure of the ear?

Malleus

Cochlea

Pinna

Tympanic membrane
626

What is the largest structure of the ear?

Malleus

Cochlea

Pinna

Tympanic membrane
627

Where would you find cerumen?

Eustachian tube

External auditory canal

Semicircular canals

Cochlea
628

Where would you find cerumen?

Eustachian tube

External auditory canal

Semicircular canals

Cochlea
629

If your ossicles were removed, you would NOT
be able to:

Equalize pressure on both sides of the tympanic
membrane.

Maintain your sense of balance.

Transmit sound waves to the inner ear.

Carry nerve impulses to the cerebrum.
630

If your ossicles were removed, you would NOT
be able to:

Equalize pressure on both sides of the tympanic
membrane.

Maintain your sense of balance.

Transmit sound waves to the inner ear.

Carry nerve impulses to the cerebrum.
631

Of the following, when a sound is heard, what
structure would be the first to transmit the sound
wave?

Organ of Corti

Cochlea

Stapes

Tympanic membrane
632

Of the following, when a sound is heard, what
structure would be the first to transmit the sound
wave?

Organ of Corti

Cochlea

Stapes

Tympanic membrane
633

What organ of the inner ear is NOT involved in
hearing?

Vestibule

Cochlea

Organ of Corti

Semicircular canals
634

What organ of the inner ear is NOT involved in
hearing?

Vestibule

Cochlea

Organ of Corti

Semicircular canals
635

What statement about the sense of taste is
true?

Taste is influenced by the sense of smell.

Taste buds are called lacteals.

There are no taste buds in the back of the
tongue.

There are two main tastes, sweet and salty
636

What statement about the sense of taste is
true?

Taste is influenced by the sense of smell.

Taste buds are called lacteals.

There are no taste buds in the back of the
tongue.

There are two main tastes, sweet and salty
637

Olfactory receptors can be found:

On the tongue.

In the nose.

In the ear.

In the skin.
638

Olfactory receptors can be found:

On the tongue.

In the nose.

In the ear.

In the skin.
639

Pauline has a conductive hearing loss, which
can be caused by:

Auditory nerve damage.

An infection in the semicircular canals.

A ruptured tympanic membrane.

Damage to the cochlea.
640

Pauline has a conductive hearing loss, which
can be caused by:

Auditory nerve damage.

An infection in the semicircular canals.

A ruptured tympanic membrane.

Damage to the cochlea.
641

What disorder could be treated by the surgical
insertion of an artificial stapes?

Otosclerosis

Meniere’s disease

Otitis media

Sensory hearing loss
642

What disorder could be treated by the surgical
insertion of an artificial stapes?

Otosclerosis

Meniere’s disease

Otitis media

Sensory hearing loss
643

Organisms in the throat can travel up the
eustachian tube and cause:

Otosclerosis.

A cerumen plug.

Otitis media.

Meniere’s disease.
644

Organisms in the throat can travel up the
eustachian tube and cause:

Otosclerosis.

A cerumen plug.

Otitis media.

Meniere’s disease.
645
Urinary System
646

Where are the kidney’s located?

Below the waist, toward the back

Below the waist, toward the front

Above the waist, toward the back

Above the waist, toward the front
647

Where are the kidney’s located?

Below the waist, toward the back

Below the waist, toward the front

Above the waist, toward the back

Above the waist, toward the front
648

Which of the following is an example
of the urinary system’s ability to
maintain homeostasis?




A person drinks a large amount of water
and urinary output increases.
The kidneys are protected by a heavy
cushion of fat and a fibrous capsule.
As people get older, the frequency of
nocturia increases.
When physical activity increases, the
blood flow through the kidneys
decreases.
649

Which of the following is an example
of the urinary system’s ability to
maintain homeostasis?




A person drinks a large amount of water
and urinary output increases.
The kidneys are protected by a heavy
cushion of fat and a fibrous capsule.
As people get older, the frequency of
nocturia increases.
When physical activity increases, the
blood flow through the kidneys
decreases.
650

In what part of the urinary system does
peristalsis regularly occur?

Nephron

Ureters

Bladder

Urethra
651

In what part of the urinary system does
peristalsis regularly occur?

Nephron

Ureters

Bladder

Urethra
652

If you could see the inside lining of any empty
bladder, what would you see?

Villi

Lacteals

Rugae

Cilia
653

If you could see the inside lining of any empty
bladder, what would you see?

Villi

Lacteals

Rugae

Cilia
654

What is another term for urinate?

Eructate

Sweat

Defecate

Void
655

What is another term for urinate?

Eructate

Sweat

Defecate

Void
656

The urethra in the male serves two body systems
– urinary and:

Reproductive.

Endocrine.

Lymphatic.

Muscular.
657

The urethra in the male serves two body systems
– urinary and:

Reproductive.

Endocrine.

Lymphatic.

Muscular.
658

What is the last structure urine passes before
leaving the body?

Bladder

Ureter

Urinary meatus

Urethra
659

What is the last structure urine passes before
leaving the body?

Bladder

Ureter

Urinary meatus

Urethra
660

A construction worker falls and strikes his lower
abdomen on a hard object. What might he
experience as a result?

Anuria

Nocturia

Hematuria

Polyuria
661

A construction worker falls and strikes his lower
abdomen on a hard object. What might he
experience as a result?

Anuria

Nocturia

Hematuria

Polyuria
662

Pyuria, dysuria and fever are all symptoms of:

Renal failure.

Cystitis.

Uremia.

Nocturia.
663

Pyuria, dysuria and fever are all symptoms of:

Renal failure.

Cystitis.

Uremia.

Nocturia.
664

Why do women experience cystitis more
frequently than men?

Because of the length of the urethra

Because they urinate more frequently than males

Because of the location of the urethra

Because the uterus takes up space in the pelvis
665

Why do women experience cystitis more
frequently than men?

Because of the length of the urethra

Because they urinate more frequently than males

Because of the location of the urethra

Because the uterus takes up space in the pelvis
666

Henry had a hypersensitive reaction to a
medication and developed acute renal failure.
He received prompt medical attention and
hemodialysis. What is his prognosis?

Terminal

Poor

Fair, after a kidney transplant

Good
667

Henry had a hypersensitive reaction to a
medication and developed acute renal failure.
He received prompt medical attention and
hemodialysis. What is his prognosis?

Terminal

Poor

Fair, after a kidney transplant

Good
668

The presence of what condition would indicate
the urgent need for a kidney transplant?

Kidney stones

Kidney failure

Retention

Oliguria
669

The presence of what condition would indicate
the urgent need for a kidney transplant?

Kidney stones

Kidney failure

Retention

Oliguria
670

Patrice is not ill but drank a large amount of ice
tea. You would expect her to have:

Hematuria.

Anuria.

Polyuria.

Pyuria.
671

Patrice is not ill but drank a large amount of ice
tea. You would expect her to have:

Hematuria.

Anuria.

Polyuria.

Pyuria.
672

What does hemodialysis do?

Provide oxygen for the blood

Remove waste products from the blood

Add electrolytes to the blood

Balance the amount of water in the blo
673

What does hemodialysis do?

Provide oxygen for the blood

Remove waste products from the blood

Add electrolytes to the blood

Balance the amount of water in the blood
674
Legal Issues
675

Taking narcotics from the pharmacy by a
pharmacy technician is a violation of:

Social law.

Civil law.

Virtual law.

Criminal law.
676

Taking narcotics from the pharmacy by a
pharmacy technician is a violation of:

Social law.

Civil law.

Virtual law.

Criminal law.
677

A medication is ordered to be mixed in 1000 cc
of IV fluid for administration. If a nurse injects
the medication directly into a patient’s vein in
error, he/she could be guilty of:

Malpractice.

Assault.

Negligence.

Physical abuse.
678

A medication is ordered to be mixed in 1000 cc
of IV fluid for administration. If a nurse injects
the medication directly into a patient’s vein in
error, he/she could be guilty of:

Malpractice.

Assault.

Negligence.

Physical abuse.
679

Mr. Jones goes to a medical office with chest
pain. The physician orders an antacid and
does not do an EKG. That night, Mr. Jones dies
from a heart attack. The doctor could be
charged with:

Slander.

Defamation.

Negligence.

Battery.
680

Mr. Jones goes to a medical office with chest
pain. The physician orders an antacid and
does not do an EKG. That night, Mr. Jones dies
from a heart attack. The doctor could be
charged with:

Slander.

Defamation.

Negligence.

Battery.
681

An EMT is charged with battery. What did the
EMT do?

Informed the news media of a victim’s condition.

Treated a victim, even though the victim refused
treatment.

Failed to splint a broken leg and then moved the
victim.

Used inappropriate words to describe a victim’s
nationality
682

An EMT is charged with battery. What did the
EMT do?

Informed the news media of a victim’s condition.

Treated a victim, even though the victim refused
treatment.

Failed to splint a broken leg and then moved the
victim.

Used inappropriate words to describe a victim’s
nationality
683

Dr. Smith asks Bobbie, a medical
assistant, to help a patient, Mr.
Jones, to his car in a wheelchair. On
the way to the car, Bobbie
accidently runs into Mrs. Jones,
knocking her down. Mrs. Jones
suffers a broken hip and files a
lawsuit. Who is identified in the
lawsuit at the agent?




Dr. Smith
Bobbie
Mr. Jones
Mrs. Jones
684

Dr. Smith asks Bobbie, a medical
assistant, to help a patient, Mr.
Jones, to his car in a wheelchair. On
the way to the car, Bobbie
accidently runs into Mrs. Jones,
knocking her down. Mrs. Jones
suffers a broken hip and files a
lawsuit. Who is identified in the
lawsuit at the agent?




Dr. Smith
Bobbie
Mr. Jones
Mrs. Jones
685

A dental assistant tells her friends that a
hygienist she works with has a drinking problem.
If this is not true, the assistant could be guilty of:

Slander.

Malpractice.

Battery.

Libel.
686

A dental assistant tells her friends that a
hygienist she works with has a drinking problem.
If this is not true, the assistant could be guilty of:

Slander.

Malpractice.

Battery.

Libel.
687

Jan Shevlin goes to the laboratory
for bloodwork. She cooperates with
the phlebotomist by extending her
arm to have blood drawn. What
kind of agreement did the
phlebotomist have with this patient?

Informed consent

Formal consent

Implied contract

Expressed contract
688

Jan Shevlin goes to the laboratory
for bloodwork. She cooperates with
the phlebotomist by extending her
arm to have blood drawn. What
kind of agreement did the
phlebotomist have with this patient?

Informed consent

Formal consent

Implied contract

Expressed contract
689





An angry patient writes a letter to the
newspaper editor about a local
psychologist. The allegations in the
letter are clearly untrue and
damaging to the psychologist’s
practice. The letter writer could be
guilty of:
Assault.
Battery.
Slander.
Libel.
690





An angry patient writes a letter to the
newspaper editor about a local
psychologist. The allegations in the
letter are clearly untrue and
damaging to the psychologist’s
practice. The letter writer could be
guilty of:
Assault.
Battery.
Slander.
Libel.
691

A patient with a legal disability cannot:

A. Form a contract.

B. Be charged under criminal law.

C. Work in a healthcare setting.

D. Be seen in an emergency room.
692

A patient with a legal disability cannot:

A. Form a contract.

B. Be charged under criminal law.

C. Work in a healthcare setting.

D. Be seen in an emergency room.
693

Don is caring for his elderly mother. He could be
charged with psychological abuse if he:

A. Threatens to lock her in her room.

B. Uses profanity when he talks to her.

C. Does not give her enough to eat and drink.

D. Hits her.
694

Don is caring for his elderly mother. He could be
charged with psychological abuse if he:

A. Threatens to lock her in her room.

B. Uses profanity when he talks to her.

C. Does not give her enough to eat and drink.

D. Hits her.
695





Mark’s elderly father has been losing weight,
but tells Mark that his physician says he is fine.
Mark is not so sure and wants to read a copy
of his father’s chart. Is that possible?
A. No. Medical charts can only be viewed
by healthcare professionals.
B. No. Only a lawyer can request a copy of
a patient’s medical record.
C. Yes. Immediate family members can see
a patient’s chart.
D. Yes, but only if Mark’s father signs a
release form.
696





Mark’s elderly father has been losing weight,
but tells Mark that his physician says he is fine.
Mark is not so sure and wants to read a copy
of his father’s chart. Is that possible?
A. No. Medical charts can only be viewed
by healthcare professionals.
B. No. Only a lawyer can request a copy of
a patient’s medical record.
C. Yes. Immediate family members can see
a patient’s chart.
D. Yes, but only if Mark’s father signs a
release form.
697

What safeguard should be used to protect the
confidentiality of computerized medical records?

A. Daily virus scan

B. Weekly emptying of recycle bin

C. Use of passwords

D. Use of a firewall
698

What safeguard should be used to protect the
confidentiality of computerized medical records?

A. Daily virus scan

B. Weekly emptying of recycle bin

C. Use of passwords

D. Use of a firewall
699

Daria has a legal disability. What can she legally
do?

Sign a consent form.

Sign a HIPAA authorization.

Answer a doctor’s questions.

Enter into a contract.
700

Daria has a legal disability. What can she legally
do?

Sign a consent form.

Sign a HIPAA authorization.

Answer a doctor’s questions.

Enter into a contract.
701





A client decides to take his dog to a
different veterinarian and requests the
dog’s chart record. What is the client
entitled to?
A. The dog’s chart.
B. A copy of the chart.
C. Only selected information in the
chart as determined by the
veterinarian.
D. The client is not permitted to
receive any chart materials.
702





A client decides to take his dog to a
different veterinarian and requests the
dog’s chart record. What is the client
entitled to?
A. The dog’s chart.
B. A copy of the chart.
C. Only selected information in the
chart as determined by the
veterinarian.
D. The client is not permitted to
receive any chart materials.
703
When it comes to working with written
patient records, what can a healthcare
worker do?
 A. Talk about chart information to
friends.
 B. Erase any errors when writing in the
record.
 C. Allow another healthcare worker who
is caring for the patient to see the record.
 D. Change an entry in the record a
couple days after it was written.

704





When it comes to working with written
patient records, what can a
healthcare worker do?
A. Talk about chart information to
friends.
B. Erase any errors when writing in the
record.
C. Allow another healthcare worker
who is caring for the patient to see the
record.
D. Change an entry in the record a
couple days after it was written.
705

An 18 year-old female comes to the emergency
room. The doctor is absolutely sure she was
beaten, but she says she fell. What should the
doctor do?

A. Notify the police.

B. Notify the girl’s parents.

C. Treat her injuries and respect her privacy.

D. Believe what the patient says.
706

An 18 year-old female comes to the emergency
room. The doctor is absolutely sure she was
beaten, but she says she fell. What should the
doctor do?

A. Notify the police.

B. Notify the girl’s parents.

C. Treat her injuries and respect her privacy.

D. Believe what the patient says.
707

HIPAA is MOSTLY about:

A. Federal protection of healthcare workers.

B. Safe medical practices.

C. Accountability of health care providers.

D. Privacy of health information.
708

HIPAA is MOSTLY about:

A. Federal protection of healthcare workers.

B. Safe medical practices.

C. Accountability of health care providers.

D. Privacy of health information.
709
Mr. Bon signs a HIPAA authorization form
at a dental practice. An additional
authorization form would need to be
signed:
 A. To give Mr. Bon’s complete dental
treatment information to his son.
 B. For Mr. Bon to have his teeth cleaned.
 C. Before the office can file a claim with
Mr. Bon’s medical insurance company.
 D. Before any dental office employee,
other than the dentist, can look at

710
Mr. Bon signs a HIPAA authorization form
at a dental practice. An additional
authorization form would need to be
signed:
 A. To give Mr. Bon’s complete dental
treatment information to his son.
 B. For Mr. Bon to have his teeth cleaned.
 C. Before the office can file a claim with
Mr. Bon’s medical insurance company.
 D. Before any dental office employee,
other than the dentist, can look at

711

HIPAA rules require that certain diseases must be
reported by law to protect the public. Which of
the following diseases would fall into the category
of reportable diseases?

A. Diabetes

B. Syphilis

C. Gastroenteritis

D. Multiple sclerosis
712

HIPAA rules require that certain diseases must be
reported by law to protect the public. Which of
the following diseases would fall into the category
of reportable diseases?

A. Diabetes

B. Syphilis

C. Gastroenteritis

D. Multiple sclerosis
713

What does the P in HIPAA stand for?

A. Patient

B. Protection

C. Privacy

D. Portability
714

What does the P in HIPAA stand for?

A. Patient

B. Protection

C. Privacy

D. Portability
715





A physician’s office asks a new
patient to sign a HIPAA “Notice of
Privacy Practices” form. What is the
purpose of this form?
A. To inform patients of their privacy
rights under HIPAA.
B. To grant permission for the office
to release information to insurance
companies.
C. To allow office associates to
access the patient’s records.
D. To protect the office from being
charged with invasion of privacy.
716





A physician’s office asks a new
patient to sign a HIPAA “Notice of
Privacy Practices” form. What is the
purpose of this form?
A. To inform patients of their privacy
rights under HIPAA.
B. To grant permission for the office
to release information to insurance
companies.
C. To allow office associates to
access the patient’s records.
D. To protect the office from being
charged with invasion of privacy.
717

Which of the following as an example of a legal
directive?

A. An operative consent form

B. A HIPAA authorization form

C. Living Will

D. Malpractice law suit
718

Which of the following as an example of a legal
directive?

A. An operative consent form

B. A HIPAA authorization form

C. Living Will

D. Malpractice law suit
719
Fred is 89 years old and his health is failing.
He is still of sound mind, but knows that he
may not be able to make decisions for
himself in the future. What would allow him
to designate his adult son to make decisions
on his behalf?
 A. Living Will
 B. DNR request
 C. HIPAA Authorization Form
 D. Durable Power of Attorney

720





Fred is 89 years old and his health is
failing. He is still of sound mind, but
knows that he may not be able to
make decisions for himself in the
future. What would allow him to
designate his adult son to make
decisions on his behalf?
A. Living Will
B. DNR request
C. HIPAA Authorization Form
D. Durable Power of Attorney
721





What does the Patient Self
Determination Act require health
facilities to do?
A. Safeguard confidential patient
information.
B. Inform patients of their right to
make decisions regarding their rightto-die.
C. Give patient the option of
negotiating healthcare costs.
D. Provide patients with written
information about costs before they
consent to procedures.
722





What does the Patient Self
Determination Act require health
facilities to do?
A. Safeguard confidential patient
information.
B. Inform patients of their right to
make decisions regarding their rightto-die.
C. Give patient the option of
negotiating healthcare costs.
D. Provide patients with written
information about costs before they
consent to procedures.
723





When should a hospital employee file
a grievance?
A. When he/she believes another
healthcare worker is making sexual
advances.
B. When the problem involves his/her
immediate supervisor.
C. When multiple attempts to resolve
the issue have been ignored.
D. When he/she is scheduled to work
on a day that he/she had previously
requested to be off.
724





When should a hospital employee file
a grievance?
A. When he/she believes another
healthcare worker is making sexual
advances.
B. When the problem involves his/her
immediate supervisor.
C. When multiple attempts to resolve
the issue have been ignored.
D. When he/she is scheduled to work
on a day that he/she had previously
requested to be off.
725
Mr. and Mrs. Allen share a room at a
nursing home. Mrs. Allen’s daughter,
Mary, has durable power of attorney for
Mr. Allen. If Mr. Allen’s doctor
recommends surgery for Mr. Allen, who
must sign the permission form?
 A. Mr. Allen
 B. Mrs. Allen
 C. The doctor
 D. Mary
726





Mr. and Mrs. Allen share a room at a
nursing home. Mrs. Allen’s daughter,
Mary, has durable power of attorney
for Mr. Allen. If Mr. Allen’s doctor
recommends surgery for Mr. Allen,
who must sign the permission form?
A. Mr. Allen
B. Mrs. Allen
C. The doctor
D. Mary
727
A woman has a legally written and
witnessed Living Will that states she does
not want her life prolonged when her
condition is terminal. She is in a car
accident and suffers irreversible brain
damage. Her daughter wants her kept
alive on a respirator. What or who will
legally determine the patient’s future?
 A. The daughter
 B. The doctor
 C. The Living Will
 D. The court system
728





29. A woman has a legally written and
witnessed Living Will that states she
does not want her life prolonged
when her condition is terminal. She is
in a car accident and suffers
irreversible brain damage. Her
daughter wants her kept alive on a
respirator. What or who will legally
determine the patient’s future?
A. The daughter
B. The doctor
C. The Living Will
D. The court system
729

30. A physician writes a DNR order on a patient’s
chart. DNR is the medical abbreviation for:

A. Do not resuscitate.

B. Designated nurse responder.

C. Durable negotiated rights.

D. Doctor’s normal request.
730

30. A physician writes a DNR order on a patient’s
chart. DNR is the medical abbreviation for:

A. Do not resuscitate.

B. Designated nurse responder.

C. Durable negotiated rights.

D. Doctor’s normal request.
731

31. Does a hospitalized patient have the right to
refuse to have blood drawn?

A. Yes, but only if the doctor agrees.

B. Yes.

C. No. A hospitalized patient must comply with
the physician’s orders.

D. No, because the refusal of treatment is a
HIPAA violation.
732

31. Does a hospitalized patient have the right to
refuse to have blood drawn?

A. Yes, but only if the doctor agrees.

B. Yes.

C. No. A hospitalized patient must comply with
the physician’s orders.

D. No, because the refusal of treatment is a
HIPAA violation.
733





32. A client is told she needs an MRI, so
she has one done. A month later she
receives a bill for $500, the MRI charges
not covered by her insurance company.
What is she within her rights to do?
A. Refuse to pay the bill.
B. Ask for an explanation of the
charges.
C. Pay only what she thinks is
reasonable.
D. Sue her doctor for ordering the MRI.
734





32. A client is told she needs an MRI,
so she has one done. A month later
she receives a bill for $500, the MRI
charges not covered by her insurance
company. What is she within her rights
to do?
A. Refuse to pay the bill.
B. Ask for an explanation of the
charges.
C. Pay only what she thinks is
reasonable.
D. Sue her doctor for ordering the
MRI.
735
ETHICS
736

Hippocrates wrote standards for the ethical
behavior of physicians 2500 years ago in:

A.
Rome.

B.
Florence.

C.
Venice.

D.
Greece.
737

Hippocrates wrote standards for the ethical
behavior of physicians 2500 years ago in:

A.
Rome.

B.
Florence.

C.
Venice.

D.
Greece.
738

Most codes of ethics that govern the behavior of
healthcare professions are written by:

A.
Licensing agencies.

B.
State boards of health.

C.
Professional organizations.

D.
Health science textbook companies.
739

Most codes of ethics that govern the behavior of
healthcare professions are written by:

A.
Licensing agencies.

B.
State boards of health.

C.
Professional organizations.

D.
Health science textbook companies.

What statement about euthanasia and healthcare professionals
is true?
740

A. The decision to employ methods of euthanasia is exclusively
the physician’s.

B. Many healthcare professionals feel euthanasia is contrary to
their professional ethics.

C. Healthcare workers should always follow their ethical beliefs,
regardless of what the physician orders or the patient requests.

D.
Euthanasia is always illegal and unethical.

What statement about euthanasia and healthcare professionals
is true?
741

A. The decision to employ methods of euthanasia is exclusively
the physician’s.

B. Many healthcare professionals feel euthanasia is contrary to
their professional ethics.

C. Healthcare workers should always follow their ethical beliefs,
regardless of what the physician orders or the patient requests.

D.
Euthanasia is always illegal and unethical.

A grief-stricken family in the emergency room has
742
just been notified of the death of their child who
was hit by a car. What should the physician ask
regarding organ transplantation?

A. Do not ask since the family is in shock and
cannot make an informed decision.

B. Wait for five or six hours until the family has had
time to accept their loss and then ask about
organ donation.

C. Immediately ask the family for permission to
donate the child’s organs for transplantation.

D. Start the process of removing the organs, and
hope the family will give permission when asked.

A grief-stricken family in the emergency room has
743
just been notified of the death of their child who
was hit by a car. What should the physician ask
regarding organ transplantation?

A. Do not ask since the family is in shock and
cannot make an informed decision.

B. Wait for five or six hours until the family has had
time to accept their loss and then ask about
organ donation.

C. Immediately ask the family for permission to
donate the child’s organs for transplantation.

D. Start the process of removing the organs, and
hope the family will give permission when asked.


A couple wishes to have their own
744
biological child, but the wife had a
hysterectomy for medical reasons when she
was 25 years old. What option would give
them the best hope for having a child?
A. Genetic counseling and fertility drugs

B. Artificial insemination with sperm from a
sperm bank

C. Implantation of five to ten frozen
embryos

D. IVF of their own egg and sperm with
implantation in a surrogate


A couple wishes to have their own
745
biological child, but the wife had a
hysterectomy for medical reasons when she
was 25 years old. What option would give
them the best hope for having a child?
A. Genetic counseling and fertility drugs

B. Artificial insemination with sperm from a
sperm bank

C. Implantation of five to ten frozen
embryos

D. IVF of their own egg and sperm with
implantation in a surrogate
746

A nursing assistant refuses a request by the charge nurse to
take a pain pill to a patient. The assistant believes that giving
the pain medication would be a violation of his/her:

A. Scope of practice.

B. Religious beliefs.

C. Reasonable accommodation.

D. Rights under OSHA rules.
747

A nursing assistant refuses a request by the charge nurse to
take a pain pill to a patient. The assistant believes that giving
the pain medication would be a violation of his/her:

A. Scope of practice.

B. Religious beliefs.

C. Reasonable accommodation.

D. Rights under OSHA rules.

What MOST LIKELY would be a task of a hospital ethics
committee?

A. Approve discontinuation of life support on a terminally ill
patient.

B. Allow the hiring of a physical therapist whose license has
been revoked.


748
C. Termination of an employee who has frequent absences.
D. Censure a physician who is dating a medical laboratory
technician.

What MOST LIKELY would be a task of a hospital ethics
committee?

A. Approve discontinuation of life support on a terminally ill
patient.

B. Allow the hiring of a physical therapist whose license has
been revoked.


749
C. Termination of an employee who has frequent absences.
D. Censure a physician who is dating a medical laboratory
technician.

750
A psychiatrist recommends a 17 year-old be admitted to a
psychiatric facility to treat his depression. The parents refuse.
Two weeks later, the teen commits suicide. The psychiatrist
has MOST LIKELY violated:

A. Ethical standards.

B. Legal standards.

C. Both ethical and legal standards.

D. Neither ethical nor legal standards.

751
A psychiatrist recommends a 17 year-old be admitted to a
psychiatric facility to treat his depression. The parents refuse.
Two weeks later, the teen commits suicide. The psychiatrist
has MOST LIKELY violated:

A. Ethical standards.

B. Legal standards.

C. Both ethical and legal standards.

D. Neither ethical nor legal standards.

Janie is frequently late for work. Even when she arrives on752
time, she takes ten minutes to finish applying her make-up and
putting her hair up before beginning work. Her behavior MOST
LIKELY violates:

A. Ethical standards.

B. Legal standards.

C. Both ethical and legal standards.

D. Neither ethical or legal standards.
753
Janie is frequently late for work. Even when she arrives on time,
she takes ten minutes to finish applying her make-up and putting
her hair up before beginning work. Her behavior MOST LIKELY
violates:
A. Ethical standards.
B. Legal standards.
C. Both ethical and legal standards.
D. Neither ethical or legal standards.
754

Avi is born in Nigeria to African parents and is adopted at age
6 months by Spanish parents. He grows up in Spain as a
Roman Catholic. If Avi identifies himself as a Spaniard, he is
describing his:

A. Race.

B. Ethnicity.

C. Culture.

D. Religion.
755

Avi is born in Nigeria to African parents and is adopted at age
6 months by Spanish parents. He grows up in Spain as a
Roman Catholic. If Avi identifies himself as a Spaniard, he is
describing his:

A. Race.

B. Ethnicity.

C. Culture.

D. Religion.
756

Cammie was born and raised in South Africa. Her
skin, hair, and bone structure are Caucasian.
What is her race?

A. African

B. African-American

C. South African

D. White
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
Cammie was born and raised in South Africa. Her
skin, hair, and bone structure are Caucasian.
What is her race?

A. African

B. African-American

C. South African

D. White
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
What is the BEST approach for healthcare workers
to take when caring for patients from different
cultures?

A. Assimilation

B. Sensitivity

C. Acculturation

D. Ethnocentrism

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
What is the BEST approach for healthcare workers
to take when caring for patients from different
cultures?

A. Assimilation

B. Sensitivity

C. Acculturation

D. Ethnocentrism


Helen looks at her patient assignments and sees that one of
her patients is named Adolf. She feels a surge of anger 760
toward this patient because her great-grandparents were
killed by the Nazis in World War II. Her feelings about this
patient are classified as:

A. Ethnocentrism.

B. Bias.

C. Sensitivity.

D. Prejudice.
Helen looks at her patient assignments and sees that one of her
761
patients is named Adolf. She feels a surge of anger toward this
patient because her great-grandparents were killed by the Nazis
in World War II. Her feelings about this patient are classified as:
A. Ethnocentrism.
B. Bias.
C. Sensitivity.
D. Prejudice.
Darla was caring for a Native American patient whose
very long hair became tangled in a knot around the
762
oxygen tubing. In order to discontinue the oxygen as
ordered, Darla had to cut a small piece of the
patient’s hair. The patient became very upset.
Another nurse explained to Darla that cutting hair is
forbidden in the patient’s culture. What would be
most culturally considerate response by Darla?
 A. Sincerely and deeply apologize to the patient and

her family.
 B. Apologize and explain that cutting the hair was the

only option for removing the oxygen.
 C. Tell the patient she is sorry she did not understand

the needs of the Native American culture.
 D. Have the nursing supervisor apologize to the
patient.

Darla was caring for a Native American patient whose
very long hair became tangled in a knot around the
763
oxygen tubing. In order to discontinue the oxygen as
ordered, Darla had to cut a small piece of the
patient’s hair. The patient became very upset.
Another nurse explained to Darla that cutting hair is
forbidden in the patient’s culture. What would be
most culturally considerate response by Darla?
 A. Sincerely and deeply apologize to the patient and

her family.
 B. Apologize and explain that cutting the hair was the

only option for removing the oxygen.
 C. Tell the patient she is sorry she did not understand

the needs of the Native American culture.
 D. Have the nursing supervisor apologize to the
patient.

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


A dietician would put what important alert on the meal plan
for a patient of the Hindu faith?
A. Absolutely NO beef or beef
products!

B. Kosher food only!

C. Do NOT serve breakfast or lunch


on Saturday!
D. Allow wine with every meal!
765



A dietician would put what important alert on the meal plan
for a patient of the Hindu faith?
A. Absolutely NO beef or beef
products!

B. Kosher food only!

C. Do NOT serve breakfast or lunch


on Saturday!
D. Allow wine with every meal!
766

Healthcare workers should know that patients of
what faith will likely refuse a blood transfusion?

A. Roman Catholic

B. Islam

C. Judaism

D. Jehovah’s Witness
767

Healthcare workers should know that patients of
what faith will likely refuse a blood transfusion?

A. Roman Catholic

B. Islam

C. Judaism

D. Jehovah’s Witness

What must a healthcare worker do to achieve patient
satisfaction?

A. Smile and be friendly to the patient.

B. Meet the patient’s expectations.

C. Follow his/her scope of practice.

D. Give the patient as much

information as possible about

his/her condition and treatment.
768

What must a healthcare worker do to achieve patient
satisfaction?

A. Smile and be friendly to the patient.

B. Meet the patient’s expectations.

C. Follow his/her scope of practice.

D. Give the patient as much

information as possible about

his/her condition and treatment.
769
770



Guidelines for customer service suggest that a healthcare
worker should:
A. Never share his/her personal
problems with patients.

B. Always greet patients with a smile.

C. Speak using technical professional


language.
D. Never, ever disagree with a patient.
771



Guidelines for customer service suggest that a healthcare
worker should:
A. Never share his/her personal
problems with patients.

B. Always greet patients with a smile.

C. Speak using technical professional


language.
D. Never, ever disagree with a patient.

What physician is MOST LIKELY to be involved in a lawsuit?

A. A minority physician.

B. A physician who finished in the






lowest 10% of their medical school
graduating class.
C. A physician who cares for well
educated patients.
D. A physician who is abrupt and a
poor listener.
772

What physician is MOST LIKELY to be involved in a lawsuit?

A. A minority physician.

B. A physician who finished in the






lowest 10% of their medical school
graduating class.
C. A physician who cares for well
educated patients.
D. A physician who is abrupt and a
poor listener.
773










You are an ophthalmic technician in a small
optometry office. When checking out, a
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patient informs you that she is not coming back
to this office. What should you do?
A. Wish her good luck.
B. Ask her to wait while you get the
Optometrist to talk with her.
C. Ask if something is wrong and if there is,
ask if she will sit down and explain the
problem to you.
D. Do nothing because she did not offer to
tell you if something was wrong with her
care.










You are an ophthalmic technician in a small
optometry office. When checking out, a
775
patient informs you that she is not coming back
to this office. What should you do?
A. Wish her good luck.
B. Ask her to wait while you get the
Optometrist to talk with her.
C. Ask if something is wrong and if there is,
ask if she will sit down and explain the
problem to you.
D. Do nothing because she did not offer to
tell you if something was wrong with her
care.
Nurse O’Conner forgot to properly secure a
bed rail causing her patient, Roger, to fall776
out of bed and bruise his hip. Nurse
O’Conner completed an incident report
form required by the hospital and filed it 3
months later. What general requirement of
incident reporting did Nurse O’Conner MOST
LIKELY violate?
 A. Failure to focus on the facts in her report.
 B. Failure to ensure prompt reporting.
 C. Failure to follow hospital policies

regarding incident reports.
 D. Failure to document property damage.

Nurse O’Conner forgot to properly secure a
bed rail causing her patient, Roger, to fall777
out of bed and bruise his hip. Nurse
O’Conner completed an incident report
form required by the hospital and filed it 3
months later. What general requirement of
incident reporting did Nurse O’Conner MOST
LIKELY violate?
 A. Failure to focus on the facts in her report.
 B. Failure to ensure prompt reporting.
 C. Failure to follow hospital policies

regarding incident reports.
 D. Failure to document property damage.













Legal violations and ethical violations
A. are both subject to criminal penalties. 778
B. differ because legal violations always
result in loss of license, whereas ethical
violations always result in suspension
from duty.
C. differ because legal violations are dealt
with in a court of law, whereas as ethical
violations are dealt with by licensing
agencies or professional organizations.
D. differ because only ethical violations must
be reported to licensing agencies.












Legal violations and ethical violations
A. are both subject to criminal penalties. 779
B. differ because legal violations always
result in loss of license, whereas ethical
violations always result in suspension
from duty.
C. differ because legal violations are dealt
with in a court of law, whereas as ethical
violations are dealt with by licensing
agencies or professional organizations.
D. differ because only ethical violations must
be reported to licensing agencies.










Which of the following is an ethical dilemma
that an ethics committee would be asked to780
consider?
A. Removing a terminally patient off a
respirator.
B. Following through on a Do Not
Resuscitate request.
C. Transplanting an organ to a patient
would is first on the transplant list.
D. Patient who is opting for a less
invasive treatment when an invasive
procedure is also available.










Which of the following is an ethical dilemma
that an ethics committee would be asked to781
consider?
A. Removing a terminally patient off a
respirator.
B. Following through on a Do Not
Resuscitate request.
C. Transplanting an organ to a patient
would is first on the transplant list.
D. Patient who is opting for a less
invasive treatment when an invasive
procedure is also available.
Dr. North went a networking event with
other physicians and conversed about a 782
patient he had, Ms. Kennedy. He was telling
jokes about some odd complaints she had
made and one of the physicians was a
personal friend of Ms. Kennedy’s, who was
later informed about what Dr. North had
said. Which ethical principle has Dr. North
violated?
 A. Be honest.
 B. Preserve life.
 C. Be discreet.
 D. Uphold justice.

Dr. North went a networking event with
other physicians and conversed about a 783
patient he had, Ms. Kennedy. He was telling
jokes about some odd complaints she had
made and one of the physicians was a
personal friend of Ms. Kennedy’s, who was
later informed about what Dr. North had
said. Which ethical principle has Dr. North
violated?
 A. Be honest.
 B. Preserve life.
 C. Be discreet.
 D. Uphold justice.


784
Dr. Ward treats the nurses that work with him very poorly and
he constantly disrespects them because he believes they are
inferior. This is an example of occupational

A. sensitivity.

B. prejudice.

C. bias.

D. stereotyping.

785
Dr. Ward treats the nurses that work with him very poorly and
he constantly disrespects them because he believes they are
inferior. This is an example of occupational

A. sensitivity.

B. prejudice.

C. bias.

D. stereotyping.
Safety
7.1
786
Infection Control
787

Where would you find an anaerobic
microorganism?

A.
On a toilet seat

B.
In the soil

C.
In the air

D.
In sterile water
788

Where would you find an anaerobic
microorganism?

A.
On a toilet seat

B.
In the soil

C.
In the air

D.
In sterile water
789

What statement about bacteria is true?

A.
All bacteria are harmful

B.
All bacteria are round

C.
All bacteria reproduce inside other
living cells


D.
All bacteria are single-celled organisms
790

What statement about bacteria is true?

A.
All bacteria are harmful

B.
All bacteria are round

C.
All bacteria reproduce inside other
living cells


D.
All bacteria are single-celled organisms
791
A patient’s sore throat is caused by a
streptococcus. How would it be treated?

A.
Antibiotic medication

B.
Antifungal gargle

C.
Antiviral throat wash

D.
There is no treatment for streptococcus
792
A patient’s sore throat is caused by a
streptococcus. How would it be treated?

A.
Antibiotic medication

B.
Antifungal gargle

C.
Antiviral throat wash

D.
There is no treatment for streptococcus
793
A man died from an infection caused by a rickettsia.
The infection was MOST LIKELY transmitted by:

A.
Walking barefoot in a locker room.

B.
A blood transfusion.

C.
The bite of a tick.

D.
Breathing in contaminated air.
794
A man died from an infection caused by a rickettsia.
The infection was MOST LIKELY transmitted by:

A.
Walking barefoot in a locker room.

B.
A blood transfusion.

C.
The bite of a tick.

D.
Breathing in contaminated air.
795

What organism can only be seen with an electron
microscope?

A. Virus

B. Protozoa

C. Bacteria

D. Fungus
796

What organism can only be seen with an electron
microscope?

A. Virus

B. Protozoa

C. Bacteria

D. Fungus
797

Beth has a nosocomial infection. How did she get
it?

A. Hiking in the woods.

B. Having a massage at a hotel spa.

C. Eating contaminated food.

D. Spending three days in the hospital.
798

Beth has a nosocomial infection. How did she get
it?

A. Hiking in the woods.

B. Having a massage at a hotel spa.

C. Eating contaminated food.

D. Spending three days in the hospital.
799

All pathogens are:

A. Animal-like.

B. Disease-producing.

C. Destroyed by antibiotics.

D. Transmitted by insects.
800

All pathogens are:

A. Animal-like.

B. Disease-producing.

C. Destroyed by antibiotics.

D. Transmitted by insects.
801

Tuberculosis is caused by a tubercle bacillus,
which is a/an:

A. Virus.

B. Protozoa.

C. Bacteria.

D. Fungus.
802

Tuberculosis is caused by a tubercle bacillus,
which is a/an:

A. Virus.

B. Protozoa.

C. Bacteria.

D. Fungus.
803

Albert has a yeast infection under his arm. It
should be treated with a/an:

A. Antifungal cream.

B. Antibiotic ointment.

C. Vaccination.

D. Hot compress
804

Albert has a yeast infection under his arm. It
should be treated with a/an:

A. Antifungal cream.

B. Antibiotic ointment.

C. Vaccination.

D. Hot compress
805

An infection that develops when the body’s
normal defenses are not working properly is a/an:

A. Mutant infection.

B. Nonpathogenic infection.

C. Opportunistic infection.

D. Recessive infection.
806

An infection that develops when the body’s
normal defenses are not working properly is a/an:

A. Mutant infection.

B. Nonpathogenic infection.

C. Opportunistic infection.

D. Recessive infection.
807

A sterile towel falls on the floor. The towel would
then be considered:

A. Infectious.

B. Contaminated.

C. Antiseptic.

D. Disinfected.
808

A sterile towel falls on the floor. The towel would
then be considered:

A. Infectious.

B. Contaminated.

C. Antiseptic.

D. Disinfected.
809

What could be found on the surface of a sterile
instrument?

A. Viruses

B. Spores

C. Microbes

D. Nothing
810

What could be found on the surface of a sterile
instrument?

A. Viruses

B. Spores

C. Microbes

D. Nothing
811

OSHA regulations require hospitals to give their
employees with occupational exposure what
vaccine free of charge?

A. Influenza

B. Mumps

C. Meningitis

D. Hepatitis B
812

OSHA regulations require hospitals to give their
employees with occupational exposure what
vaccine free of charge?

A. Influenza

B. Mumps

C. Meningitis

D. Hepatitis B
813

OSHA regulations require hospitals to give their
employees with occupational exposure what
vaccine free of charge?

A. Influenza

B. Mumps

C. Meningitis

D. Hepatitis B
814

A patient has an infection and is on airborne
precautions. If the patient must be transported to
physical therapy, what should the patient wear?

A. A mask

B. Goggles

C. Gloves

D. A gown
815

A patient has an infection and is on airborne
precautions. If the patient must be transported to
physical therapy, what should the patient wear?

A. A mask

B. Goggles

C. Gloves

D. A gown
816

What would a health care worker report in a
sharps injury log?

A. Patient pain medication injections

B. Emergency room patients with cuts

that require suturing

C. When he/she breaks any equipment

D. Sticking himself/herself with a

needle
817

What would a health care worker report in a
sharps injury log?

A. Patient pain medication injections

B. Emergency room patients with cuts

that require suturing

C. When he/she breaks any equipment

D. Sticking himself/herself with a

needle





818
What healthcare professional should wear eye protection?
A. A nursing assistant taking a blood
pressure.
B. A pharmacist filling a prescription for
an antibiotic.

C. A dentist extracting a tooth.

D. An EMT responding to a possible

cardiac arrest.





819
What healthcare professional should wear eye protection?
A. A nursing assistant taking a blood
pressure.
B. A pharmacist filling a prescription for
an antibiotic.

C. A dentist extracting a tooth.

D. An EMT responding to a possible

cardiac arrest.




When should health care workers wear gowns and gloves?
A. When there is a chance of contact
with blood and body fluids.
B. When entering the room of a patient

who is HIV positive.

C. When she/he has a cold.

D. When caring for any patient with an

upper respiratory tract infection.
820




When should health care workers wear gowns and gloves?
A. When there is a chance of contact
with blood and body fluids.
B. When entering the room of a patient

who is HIV positive.

C. When she/he has a cold.

D. When caring for any patient with an

upper respiratory tract infection.
821
822

What does OSHA require health facilities to
provide for all employees who come in contact
with patients?

A. Health insurance

B. PPE

C. Annual chest x-rays

D. A watch with a second hand
823

What does OSHA require health facilities to
provide for all employees who come in contact
with patients?

A. Health insurance

B. PPE

C. Annual chest x-rays

D. A watch with a second hand
824

A healthcare worker who observes standard
precautions would dispose of infectious waste in
a/an:

A. Recycle container.

B. Biohazard container.

C. Autoclave.

D. Incinerator.
825

A healthcare worker who observes standard
precautions would dispose of infectious waste in
a/an:

A. Recycle container.

B. Biohazard container.

C. Autoclave.

D. Incinerator.
826

When healthcare workers follow standard
precautions, they are practicing medical:

A. Asepsis.

B. Transmission.

C. Contamination.

D. Isolation.
827

When healthcare workers follow standard
precautions, they are practicing medical:

A. Asepsis.

B. Transmission.

C. Contamination.

D. Isolation.
Safety

7.2 Personal Safety

7.3 Environmental Safety

7.4 Common Safety Hazards
828
829

Handwashing is described as the single most
important practice for:

A.
Preventing the spread of HIV.

B.
Preventing the opportunistic infections.

C.
Sterile technique.

D.
Aseptic technique.
830

Handwashing is described as the single most
important practice for:

A.
Preventing the spread of HIV.

B.
Preventing the opportunistic infections.

C.
Sterile technique.

D.
Aseptic technique.

Karla delivers a meal try to Mrs. Garcia. She
831
moves Mrs. Garcia’s tissue box and
magazine to the bedside table. As Karla
leaves the room, what is the minimal hand
hygiene required?

A. None since Karla did not touch the






patient
B. Wash for two minutes with soap and
water
C. Wash hands using an antimicrobial
soap
D. Use alcohol-based handrub

Karla delivers a meal try to Mrs. Garcia. She
832
moves Mrs. Garcia’s tissue box and
magazine to the bedside table. As Karla
leaves the room, what is the minimal hand
hygiene required?

A. None since Karla did not touch the






patient
B. Wash for two minutes with soap and
water
C. Wash hands using an antimicrobial
soap
D. Use alcohol-based handrub
833

3. What is an example of a bloodborne
pathogen?

A.
Hepatitis C

B.
Sleeping sickness

C.
Yeast

D.
Vitamin A
834

3. What is an example of a bloodborne
pathogen?

A.
Hepatitis C

B.
Sleeping sickness

C.
Yeast

D.
Vitamin A
835

A dental assistant tears a glove when assisting a
dentist with a patient who is HIV positive. What
should the assistant do FIRST?

A.
Notify OSHA

B.
Report the incident to the CDC

C.
Remove the gloves and wash hands

D.
Put on a new pair of gloves
836

A dental assistant tears a glove when assisting a
dentist with a patient who is HIV positive. What
should the assistant do FIRST?

A.
Notify OSHA

B.
Report the incident to the CDC

C.
Remove the gloves and wash hands

D.
Put on a new pair of gloves

Daniella arrives to work at the nursing home at 7:00 AM. After
837
using the rest room, she takes the blood pressure and
temperature of eight patients, and then goes on break at 7:45
AM to eat her yogurt. How many times should Daniella have
practiced hand hygiene so far?

A. Seven (7)

B. Nine (9)

C. Eleven (11)

D. Nineteen (19)

Daniella arrives to work at the nursing home at 7:00 AM. After
838
using the rest room, she takes the blood pressure and
temperature of eight patients, and then goes on break at 7:45
AM to eat her yogurt. How many times should Daniella have
practiced hand hygiene so far?

A. Seven (7)

B. Nine (9)

C. Eleven (11)

D. Nineteen (19)

While observing good body mechanics, how839
should a radiologic technologist move a
portable x-ray machine to a patient’s room?

A. Stand 2 feet away from the machine and



push using the arm and back muscles.
B. Stand close to the machine and pull while
walking backwards.

C. Stand 2 feet away from the machine and

pull using the arm and leg muscles.

D. Stand close to the machine and push

using the weight of the body.

While observing good body mechanics, how840
should a radiologic technologist move a
portable x-ray machine to a patient’s room?

A. Stand 2 feet away from the machine and



push using the arm and back muscles.
B. Stand close to the machine and pull while
walking backwards.

C. Stand 2 feet away from the machine and

pull using the arm and leg muscles.

D. Stand close to the machine and push

using the weight of the body.

Darla is a medical office assistant and must take a
heavy box from the floor to the storage room. How
should she lift it?
841

A. Bend at the hips and knees with the back straight,

get close to the box, and lift using the leg

muscles.

B. Keep one leg straight and bend the other to get

close to the box, then lift while straightening the

bent leg and bending the straight leg.

C. Put a chair next to the box, kneel down, pick up

the box and place it on the chair. Then stand and

lift the box, holding it close to the chest.

D. Bend at the waist to pick up the box, and then

use the arm muscles to lift and bring the box

close in to the body.





Darla is a medical office assistant and must take a
heavy box from the floor to the storage room. How
should she lift it?
842
A. Bend at the hips and knees with the back
straight, get close to the box, and lift using
the leg muscles.
B. Keep one leg straight and bend the other to get

close to the box, then lift while straightening the

bent leg and bending the straight leg.

C. Put a chair next to the box, kneel down, pick up

the box and place it on the chair. Then stand and

lift the box, holding it close to the chest.

D. Bend at the waist to pick up the box, and then

use the arm muscles to lift and bring the box

close in to the body.

Diane and Elena work at a nursing home and have similar
patient care assignments. At the end of every shift, Diane843
is
tired and her back and shoulders ache, while Elena feels
pretty good. What MOST LIKEY causes the difference?

A. Elena must be much younger.

B. Elena must be much thinner.

C. Elena must use good body


mechanics.
D. Diane must work much harder.

Diane and Elena work at a nursing home and have similar
patient care assignments. At the end of every shift, Diane844
is
tired and her back and shoulders ache, while Elena feels
pretty good. What MOST LIKEY causes the difference?

A. Elena must be much younger.

B. Elena must be much thinner.

C. Elena must use good body


mechanics.
D. Diane must work much harder.

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You are getting ready to move a patient up in bed, and your
supervisor tells you to broaden your base of support. You
should:

A. Bend at the knees.

B. Place your feet further apart.

C. Raise your arms up at your sides.

D. Lean up against the bed.

846
You are getting ready to move a patient up in bed, and your
supervisor tells you to broaden your base of support. You
should:

A. Bend at the knees.

B. Place your feet further apart.

C. Raise your arms up at your sides.

D. Lean up against the bed.
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
You are cleaning a patient’s dentures when some
of the soaking solution splashes into your eye.
What should you do FIRST?

A. Flush your eyes with water.

B. Call 911.

C. Notify your supervisor.

D. Complete an incident report
848

You are cleaning a patient’s dentures when some
of the soaking solution splashes into your eye.
What should you do FIRST?

A. Flush your eyes with water.

B. Call 911.

C. Notify your supervisor.

D. Complete an incident report

What should you place in a red bag with the words
“Biohazardous Waste” on the front of the bag?

A. Soiled bed linens

B. Patient’s clothes that are

stained with blood

C. A soiled dressing from a wound

D. A wet disposable baby diaper
849

What should you place in a red bag with the words
“Biohazardous Waste” on the front of the bag?

A. Soiled bed linens

B. Patient’s clothes that are

stained with blood

C. A soiled dressing from a wound

D. A wet disposable baby diaper
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851

You should consult a Material Safety Data Sheet
to get information about cleaning up what type
of spill?

A. Blood

B. Chemical

C. Food

D. Bottle of pills
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
You should consult a Material Safety Data Sheet
to get information about cleaning up what type
of spill?

A. Blood

B. Chemical

C. Food

D. Bottle of pills

A computer in the medical records section of the hospital has
853
a frayed cord. What should the office manager do?

A. Replace the cord with a new one.

B. Wrap the cord with electrical tape.

C. Report the damage to the



manufacturer.
D. Report the damage to the hospital
administrator

A computer in the medical records section of the hospital has
854
a frayed cord. What should the office manager do?

A. Replace the cord with a new one.

B. Wrap the cord with electrical tape.

C. Report the damage to the



manufacturer.
D. Report the damage to the hospital
administrator



You are washing your hands and splash an ounce of water on
855
the floor. What should you do?
A. Call housekeeping to clean up the
spill.

B. Allow the water to evaporate.

C. Wipe up the spill and clean the area




with an approved floor cleaner.
D. Dry the spill with a paper towel and
re-wash your hands.



You are washing your hands and splash an ounce of water on
856
the floor. What should you do?
A. Call housekeeping to clean up the
spill.

B. Allow the water to evaporate.

C. Wipe up the spill and clean the area

with an approved floor cleaner.

D. Dry the spill with a paper towel

and re-wash your hands.

You are a medical assistant in an office
857
practice and have been asked to get Mrs.
James in room 6 to sign a consent form.
What should you do FIRST?
 A. Ask Mrs. James to spell her full

name for you.
 B. Explain the procedure needing

consent before you ask her to sign

the form.
 C. Knock on the door before entering

the room.
 D. Read the history and physical on

Mrs. James’ chart.

You are a medical assistant in an office
858
practice and have been asked to get Mrs.
James in room 6 to sign a consent form.
What should you do FIRST?
 A. Ask Mrs. James to spell her full

name for you.
 B. Explain the procedure needing

consent before you ask her to sign

the form.
 C. Knock on the door before entering

the room.
 D. Read the history and physical on

Mrs. James’ chart.






After caring for a resident in a nursing home, before leaving
the room the healthcare worker should:
A. Check to be sure the bed is in its
highest position.
B. Be sure the wheels on the bed are
not locked.

C. Pull the privacy curtains and place

the call bell on the bedside table.


D. Put the client’s phone, tissues and
glasses within easy reach.
859





After caring for a resident in a nursing home, before leaving
the room the healthcare worker should:
A. Check to be sure the bed is in its
highest position.
B. Be sure the wheels on the bed are
not locked.

C. Pull the privacy curtains and place

the call bell on the bedside table.


D. Put the client’s phone, tissues
and glasses within easy reach.
860








After ergonomics training, a healthcare worker should know
861
how to:
A. Prevent injuries in the work
environment.
B. Practice aseptic technique in a
specific work setting.
C. Read and understand Material
Safety Data Sheets.
D. Wear PPE.








After ergonomics training, a healthcare worker should know
862
how to:
A. Prevent injuries in the work
environment.
B. Practice aseptic technique in a
specific work setting.
C. Read and understand Material
Safety Data Sheets.
D. Wear PPE.


What does this symbol tell a healthcare
worker?
A. This is a
poison



B.
Practice standard
precautions

C. This item is sterile

D. Bloodborne

pathogen alert
863





What does this symbol tell a healthcare
worker?
A. This is a
poison
B. Practice standard
precautions

C. This item is sterile

D. Bloodborne

pathogen alert
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








You are working in a hospital when you hear
a patient in a room at the end of the hall865
call for help. What should you do FIRST?
A. Run to the room and offer
assistance.
B. Find your supervisor and tell him/her
what you heard.
C. Walk quickly to the room and assess
the situation.
D. Go to the nurse’s station, call the
room, and offer assistance.









You are working in a hospital when you hear
a patient in a room at the end of the hall866
call for help. What should you do FIRST?
A. Run to the room and offer
assistance.
B. Find your supervisor and tell him/her
what you heard.
C. Walk quickly to the room and assess
the situation.
D. Go to the nurse’s station, call the
room, and offer assistance.









You are working in a nursing home and have
867
been asked to take Mr. Arnold to recreational
therapy in a wheelchair. When you arrive in the
room, Mr. Arnold refuses to go. What should
you do?
A. Gently guide Mr. Arnold to sit in the
wheelchair.
B. Explain to Mr. Arnold that if he does not
do as you ask, he will never get better.
C. Ask why and then report Mr. Arnold’s
refusal to your supervisor.
D. Have Mr. Arnold sign an “Against Medical
Advice” refusal form.









You are working in a nursing home and have
868
been asked to take Mr. Arnold to recreational
therapy in a wheelchair. When you arrive in the
room, Mr. Arnold refuses to go. What should
you do?
A. Gently guide Mr. Arnold to sit in the
wheelchair.
B. Explain to Mr. Arnold that if he does not
do as you ask, he will never get better.
C. Ask why and then report Mr. Arnold’s
refusal to your supervisor.
D. Have Mr. Arnold sign an “Against Medical
Advice” refusal form.
Safety
Practices
7.5 Emergency
Procedures and Protocols
869
870

1. When preparing to use a fire extinguisher,
what must you do FIRST?

A.
Use a side-to-side sweeping motion.

B.
Pull the pin.

C.
Aim at the bottom and edge of the fire.

D.
Squeeze the handle.
871

1. When preparing to use a fire extinguisher,
what must you do FIRST?

A.
Use a side-to-side sweeping motion.

B.
Pull the pin.

C.
Aim at the bottom and edge of the fire.

D.
Squeeze the handle.

You are working alone in a medical laboratory when a large
872
machine sparks and then starts to flame up and spreads to
the cabinet and papers above. What should you do?

A.
Use a Class A extinguisher

B.
Use a Class C extinguisher

C.
Activate the fire alarm

D.
Evacuate the building

You are working alone in a medical laboratory when a large
873
machine sparks and then starts to flame up and spreads to
the cabinet and papers above. What should you do?

A.
Use a Class A extinguisher

B.
Use a Class C extinguisher

C.
Activate the fire alarm

D.
Evacuate the building
874

3.
What is inside a Class A extinguisher?

A.
Halon

B.
Carbon dioxide

C.
Hydrogen

D.
Water
875

3.
What is inside a Class A extinguisher?

A.
Halon

B.
Carbon dioxide

C.
Hydrogen

D.
Water
You are working in a dental laboratory on
the 4th floor of an office building when you
876
hear the fire alarm. What should you do?
 A. Wait until you receive some indication

that this is a real fire and not a false

alarm.
 B. Call the fire department.
 C. Evacuate the building using the stairs.
 D. Go to the office and gather up as many

records as possible and put them on a

cart to remove from the building in the

event there really is a fire.

You are working in a dental laboratory on
the 4th floor of an office building when you
877
hear the fire alarm. What should you do?
 A. Wait until you receive some indication

that this is a real fire and not a false

alarm.
 B. Call the fire department.
 C. Evacuate the building using the stairs.
 D. Go to the office and gather up as many

records as possible and put them on a

cart to remove from the building in the

event there really is a fire.





Which of the following is considered a fire hazard?
A. “No Smoking” sign on a room with
oxygen in use.
B. The use of an electrical blow dryer

in a hospital room.

C. Wheelchairs and stretchers



blocking a stairwell.
D. Waste materials disposed of in
metal containers.
878




Which of the following is considered a fire hazard?
A. “No Smoking” sign on a room with
oxygen in use.
B. The use of an electrical blow dryer

in a hospital room.

C. Wheelchairs and stretchers

blocking a stairwell.

D. Waste materials disposed of in

metal containers.
879
880

When using RACE acronym, what follows
“Activate alarm.”

A. Contain the fire.

B. Cut off oxygen supply.

C. Check for people in danger.

D. Call 911.
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
When using RACE acronym, what follows
“Activate alarm.”

A. Contain the fire.

B. Cut off oxygen supply.

C. Check for people in danger.

D. Call 911.




You are the first to arrive at the scene of a home where
a tornado touched down. You find one unconscious
882
victim inside, and notice that the roof in the room with
the victim looks unstable. What would you do?
A. Leave the house immediately and wait for
trained personnel to arrive.
B. Find something flat to place under the

victim, then stabilize the victim’s head,

neck and spine before attempting to

move the victim.



C. As quickly as possible, drag the victim to
a safer location.
D. Immobilize the victim’s head, neck and

back and stay with the victim until trained

personnel arrive.




You are the first to arrive at the scene of a home where
a tornado touched down. You find one unconscious
883
victim inside, and notice that the roof in the room with
the victim looks unstable. What would you do?
A. Leave the house immediately and wait for
trained personnel to arrive.
B. Find something flat to place under the

victim, then stabilize the victim’s head,

neck and spine before attempting to

move the victim.



C. As quickly as possible, drag the victim to
a safer location.
D. Immobilize the victim’s head, neck and

back and stay with the victim until trained

personnel arrive.

You are driving down the road and come upon an overturned
bus. When you call 911 on your cell phone, what should you
884
be prepared to tell the 911 operator?

A. The name of the bus company.

B. Your name, age and credentials.

C. The number of victims and a

description of their injuries.


D. Your location and the approximate
number of victims.

You are driving down the road and come upon an overturned
bus. When you call 911 on your cell phone, what should you
885
be prepared to tell the 911 operator?

A. The name of the bus company.

B. Your name, age and credentials.

C. The number of victims and a

description of their injuries.


D. Your location and the approximate
number of victims.

A hospice nurse brings an oxygen tank to a patient. What886
would the nurse tell the patient not to use when the oxygen is
in use?

A. Hand lotion or sunscreen

B. A battery operated radio

C. Alcohol or nail polish

D. The TV remote

A hospice nurse brings an oxygen tank to a patient. What887
would the nurse tell the patient not to use when the oxygen is
in use?

A. Hand lotion or sunscreen

B. A battery operated radio

C. Alcohol or nail polish

D. The TV remote





What is bioterrorism?
A. The threat of leaks or destruction to
a nuclear plant.
B. The use of microbes for industrial
waste disposal.

C. The threat of using harmful gasses

during a war to paralyze the

opposition.

D. The use of microorganisms as

weapons to infect humans.
888





What is bioterrorism?
A. The threat of leaks or destruction to
a nuclear plant.
B. The use of microbes for industrial
waste disposal.

C. The threat of using harmful gasses

during a war to paralyze the

opposition.


D. The use of microorganisms as
weapons to infect humans.
889
890
Teamwork

Which of the following is the BEST example of a hospital
interdisciplinary team?

A.
Housekeeping staff

B.
Pharmacy staff

C.
Emergency department staff

D.
Morgue staff
891

Which of the following is the BEST example of a hospital
interdisciplinary team?

A.
Housekeeping staff

B.
Pharmacy staff

C.
Emergency department staff

D.
Morgue staff
892

What group of healthcare workers would MOST
893
LIKELY be part of a rehabilitation team?

A. Social worker, physical therapist,

occupational therapist, physician

B. Nurse, physical therapist, paramedic,


perfusionist
C. Biomedical equipment technician,

occupational therapist, physician,

paramedic


D. Social worker, nurse, perfusionist,
biomedical equipment technician

What group of healthcare workers would MOST
894
LIKELY be part of a rehabilitation team?

A. Social worker, physical therapist,

occupational therapist, physician

B. Nurse, physical therapist, paramedic,


perfusionist
C. Biomedical equipment technician,

occupational therapist, physician,

paramedic


D. Social worker, nurse, perfusionist,
biomedical equipment technician

A hospitalized patient is introduced to Dr. Leila
895
Azzi as “an intern on my team” by the attending
physician. As an intern, Dr. Azzi:

A. Is still in medical school and cannot

participate in patient care.

B. Performs the skill of a doctor under the

supervision of the attending physician.



C. Has all the rights and privileges of any
physician on the hospital medical staff.
D. Functions as an independent healthcare

provider who is employed by the attending

physician.

A hospitalized patient is introduced to Dr. Leila
896
Azzi as “an intern on my team” by the attending
physician. As an intern, Dr. Azzi:

A. Is still in medical school and cannot

participate in patient care.

B. Performs the skill of a doctor under the

supervision of the attending physician.



C. Has all the rights and privileges of any
physician on the hospital medical staff.
D. Functions as an independent healthcare

provider who is employed by the attending

physician.
897
In following the chain of command, the dental assistant works
under the direction of the:

A.
Patient.

B.
Billing clerk.

C.
Dental hygienist.

D.
Dentist.
898
In following the chain of command, the dental assistant works
under the direction of the:

A.
Patient.

B.
Billing clerk.

C.
Dental hygienist.

D.
Dentist.



The team member who contributes the MOST to team
effectiveness is one who:
A. Does exactly what is expected of
him/her.

B. Treats others with cool courtesy.

C. Is open-minded and willing to


compromise.
D. Stays focused on his/her

assignments and not what others

are doing.
899



The team member who contributes the MOST to team
effectiveness is one who:
A. Does exactly what is expected of
him/her.

B. Treats others with cool courtesy.

C. Is open-minded and willing to


compromise.
D. Stays focused on his/her

assignments and not what others

are doing.
900

Steve is a good role model for Leslie because he:

A. Earns over $50,000 a year.

B. Only complains about his boss to





his family.
C. Likes to rush to get the job done as
quickly as possible.
D. Is respectful of his co-workers and
patients
901

Steve is a good role model for Leslie because he:

A. Earns over $50,000 a year.

B. Only complains about his boss to





his family.
C. Likes to rush to get the job done as
quickly as possible.
D. Is respectful of his co-workers
and patients
902










A charge nurse is described by a nursing
assistant as being an effective leader. What903
example by the charge nurse would support
this description?
A. He pitches in and helps the nursing
assistants when things are really busy.
B. He has a good sense of humor and
makes light of stressful situations.
C. He makes sure that the assistants who
have worked for him the longest get the
easier assignments.
D. He compliments the younger nurses on
their appearance.










A charge nurse is described by a nursing
assistant as being an effective leader. What904
example by the charge nurse would support
this description?
A. He pitches in and helps the nursing
assistants when things are really busy.
B. He has a good sense of humor and
makes light of stressful situations.
C. He makes sure that the assistants who
have worked for him the longest get the
easier assignments.
D. He compliments the younger nurses on
their appearance.
905

Carlos likes to make all the decisions for his team
and do most of the work himself. His leadership
style is described as:

A. Democratic.

B. Passive.

C. Laissez-faire.

D. Autocratic.
906

Carlos likes to make all the decisions for his team
and do most of the work himself. His leadership
style is described as:

A. Democratic.

B. Passive.

C. Laissez-faire.

D. Autocratic.





An effective group facilitator should:
A. Try to persuade the group to
make the decision that he/she wants.
B. Involve all members of the group in
the decision-making process.

C. Use an autocratic leadership style.

D. Do most of the work for the group to

achieve their goals.
907




An effective group facilitator should:
A. Try to persuade the group to
make the decision that he/she wants.
B. Involve all members of the group

in the decision-making process.

C. Use an autocratic leadership style.

D. Do most of the work for the group to

achieve their goals.
908
909

Miranda prefers to work using a Laissez-faire
leadership style. What career might be best
suited for Miranda?

A. Paramedic

B. Neurosurgeon

C. Massage therapist

D. Operating room technician
910

Miranda prefers to work using a Laissez-faire
leadership style. What career might be best
suited for Miranda?

A. Paramedic

B. Neurosurgeon

C. Massage therapist

D. Operating room technician

The other EMTs describe Ben as a good team member
because he is highly skilled and:

A. Does his fair share of the work.

B. Takes credit for the work of the






team.
C. Likes to do things the way he has
always done them.
D. Participates in activities with coworkers after work.
911

The other EMTs describe Ben as a good team member
because he is highly skilled and:

A. Does his fair share of the work.

B. Takes credit for the work of the






team.
C. Likes to do things the way he has
always done them.
D. Participates in activities with coworkers after work.
912









An athletic trainer is frustrated with the constant criticism she
receives from the head trainer. What should she do?
A. Stand up to the trainer the next
time she is criticized.
B. Ask for a private meeting to discuss
her concerns.
C. Keep her feelings to herself and
accept the head trainer’s authority.
D. Report the trainer’s behavior to
his/her supervisor.
913


An athletic trainer is frustrated with the constant criticism she
receives from the head trainer. What should she do?
A. Stand up to the trainer the next

time she is criticized.

B. Ask for a private meeting to

discuss her concerns.




C. Keep her feelings to herself and
accept the head trainer’s authority.
D. Report the trainer’s behavior to
his/her supervisor.
914









A medical office is aware that their average
915
patient wait time is 20 minutes. What might be
their BEST strategy for beginning to address the
problem?
A. Let the physician who owns the medical
office offer a solution.
B. Have a team meeting to gather different
ideas for solving the problem.
C. Survey the patients to determine if they
mind waiting for 20 minutes.
D. Pay for a professional consulting company
to analyze the office efficiency procedures.









A medical office is aware that their average
916
patient wait time is 20 minutes. What might be
their BEST strategy for beginning to address the
problem?
A. Let the physician who owns the medical
office offer a solution.
B. Have a team meeting to gather different
ideas for solving the problem.
C. Survey the patients to determine if they
mind waiting for 20 minutes.
D. Pay for a professional consulting company
to analyze the office efficiency procedures.









Belle is a pharmacy assistant. What does Belle have the
“right” to do?
A. Take her scheduled break for
personal reasons.
B. Refuse to perform tasks she does
not like to perform.
C. Take a coffee break whenever she
is not checking out a customer.
D. Have social conversations with her
friends while she is working.
917









Belle is a pharmacy assistant. What does Belle have the
“right” to do?
A. Take her scheduled break for
personal reasons.
B. Refuse to perform tasks she does
not like to perform.
C. Take a coffee break whenever she
is not checking out a customer.
D. Have social conversations with her
friends while she is working.
918

What example would BEST lead to finding a win-win solution?

A. Flipping a coin

B. Voting

C. Letting the person with the most




power in the relationship make the
decision
D. Discussion that leads to a mutual
decision
919

What example would BEST lead to finding a win-win solution?

A. Flipping a coin

B. Voting

C. Letting the person with the most




power in the relationship make the
decision
D. Discussion that leads to a mutual
decision
920






Beth is a basketball player who is constantly criticizing
and insulting other team members. When her
921
teammates bring this to her attention, Beth responds “I
have the right to say how I feel.” Does she?
A. Yes. Beth is being open and honest with
her teammates.
B. Yes. Freedom of speech means that Beth
can say whatever she wants.
C. No. Beth’s behavior violates the rights of

her teammates to a positive athletic

environment.


D. No. Nobody has the right to complain all
the time






Beth is a basketball player who is constantly criticizing
and insulting other team members. When her
922
teammates bring this to her attention, Beth responds “I
have the right to say how I feel.” Does she?
A. Yes. Beth is being open and honest with
her teammates.
B. Yes. Freedom of speech means that Beth
can say whatever she wants.
C. No. Beth’s behavior violates the rights of

her teammates to a positive athletic

environment.


D. No. Nobody has the right to complain all
the time










Peggy is a dental hygienist. Does she have a
right to wear a generous amount of perfume923at
work?
A. No. The strong odor could violate
her patient’s rights.
B. No. Healthcare workers should
never wear perfume, after shave, or
anything similar.
C. Yes. Perfume creates a pleasant
smell for patients.
D. Yes. She has the right to wear
whatever she wants.










Peggy is a dental hygienist. Does she have a
right to wear a generous amount of perfume924at
work?
A. No. The strong odor could violate
her patient’s rights.
B. No. Healthcare workers should
never wear perfume, after shave, or
anything similar.
C. Yes. Perfume creates a pleasant
smell for patients.
D. Yes. She has the right to wear
whatever she wants.
Mallory and Ashli are best friends and both
925
want to run for president of their HOSA
chapter. After sharing their feelings with
each other, Mallory decides that Ashli would
make a better president and she would be
just as happy working with a committee, so
they decide that Ashli will run for president
and Mallory will be her campaign manager.
This is an example of a:
 A. Sacrifice.
 B. Compromise.
 C. Win-lose.
 D. Win-win.

Mallory and Ashli are best friends and both
926
want to run for president of their HOSA
chapter. After sharing their feelings with
each other, Mallory decides that Ashli would
make a better president and she would be
just as happy working with a committee, so
they decide that Ashli will run for president
and Mallory will be her campaign manager.
This is an example of a:
 A. Sacrifice.
 B. Compromise.
 C. Win-lose.
 D. Win-win.


Marie likes to choose her conflicts wisely. Which
conflict below should Maria choose to do 927
something about?

A. She sees another student take



something out of a friend’s purse.
B. She hears other students complaining about
her favorite teacher.

C. The person in front of her in the lunch line

takes the last slice of chocolate cake.

D. Her teacher says “Maria, stop

daydreaming” and she was not

daydreaming.

Marie likes to choose her conflicts wisely. Which
conflict below should Maria choose to do 928
something about?

A. She sees another student take



something out of a friend’s purse.
B. She hears other students complaining about
her favorite teacher.

C. The person in front of her in the lunch line

takes the last slice of chocolate cake.

D. Her teacher says “Maria, stop

daydreaming” and she was not

daydreaming.





What is the MOST important key to resolving a conflict?
A. Ask others for information about
the people involved in the conflict
B. Give the other person the benefit
of the doubt

C. Communication

D. Forgiveness
929





What is the MOST important key to resolving a conflict?
A. Ask others for information about
the people involved in the conflict
B. Give the other person the benefit
of the doubt

C. Communication

D. Forgiveness
930
931

Assertive communication requires respecting the
rights of others, but also

A.
speaking in a loud voice.

B.
standing up for your beliefs.

C.
keeping arms crossed.

D.
avoiding eye contact.
932

Assertive communication requires respecting the
rights of others, but also

A.
speaking in a loud voice.

B.
standing up for your beliefs.

C.
keeping arms crossed.

D.
avoiding eye contact.

In order to communicate effectively about
933
differences of opinions with a co-worker, the
health care professional should

A. consult his/her superior on the right




course of action.
B. consult a co-worker not involved in the
situation.
C. arrange a suitable time and place to

discuss the issue with co-worker.

D. attack the person so that they will

agree with you.

In order to communicate effectively about
934
differences of opinions with a co-worker, the
health care professional should

A. consult his/her superior on the right







course of action.
B. consult a co-worker not involved in the
situation.
C. arrange a suitable time and place to
discuss the issue with co-worker.
D. attack the person so that they will
agree with you.

Staff meetings provide an opportunity to

A.
process.


share ideas and contribute to the
B.
air out differences while all co-workers
are present to observe.


C.
discuss personal problems.

D.
stay silent and listen attentively to your

manager.
935

Staff meetings provide an opportunity to

A.
process.


share ideas and contribute to the
B.
air out differences while all co-workers
are present to observe.


C.
discuss personal problems.

D.
stay silent and listen attentively to your

manager.
936

Which of the following is a real benefit of working in a team?

A.
they can rely on other team members


B.
C.

If something goes wrong, multiple
people share responsibility.


Multiple views can make problems
easier to solve.


An individual can do less work because
D.
Differences of opinion can lead to
intense arguments.
937

Which of the following is a real benefit of working in a team?

A.
they can rely on other team members


B.
C.

If something goes wrong, multiple
people share responsibility.


Multiple views can make problems
easier to solve.


An individual can do less work because
D.
Differences of opinion can lead to
intense arguments.
938

Nurse Elexa has concerns about the new electronic charting
system and has an idea about how to make it more easy 939
to
use. During the discussion the manager is reading a magazine
and never looks at Nurse Elexa. Which communication failure
is the manager most likely having?

A.
Failure to cooperate.

B.
Failure to have a positive attitude.

C.
Failure to exercise an open-mind.

D.
Failure to listen carefully.

Nurse Elexa has concerns about the new electronic charting
system and has an idea about how to make it more easy 940
to
use. During the discussion the manager is reading a magazine
and never looks at Nurse Elexa. Which communication failure
is the manager most likely having?

A.
Failure to cooperate.

B.
Failure to have a positive attitude.

C.
Failure to exercise an open-mind.

D.
Failure to listen carefully.
941
Health
Maintenance
942

A man who controls his stress, exercises regularly,
and decreases the amount of fat and salt in his
diet will likely decrease his:

A.
Energy levels.

B.
Sleep needs.

C.
Blood pressure.

D.
Risk of skin cancer.
943

A man who controls his stress, exercises regularly,
and decreases the amount of fat and salt in his
diet will likely decrease his:

A.
Energy levels.

B.
Sleep needs.

C.
Blood pressure.

D.
Risk of skin cancer.
944

Thiamine, niacin and folic acid are examples of:

A.
Organic minerals.

B.
Inorganic minerals.

C.
Fat-soluble vitamins.

D.
Water-soluble vitamins.
945

Thiamine, niacin and folic acid are examples of:

A.
Organic minerals.

B.
Inorganic minerals.

C.
Fat-soluble vitamins.

D.
Water-soluble vitamins.
946

What body process is improved by the intake of
cellulose in the diet?

A.
Digestion

B.
Respiration

C.
Urination

D.
Circulation
947

What body process is improved by the intake of
cellulose in the diet?

A.
Digestion

B.
Respiration

C.
Urination

D.
Circulation
948

Chicken is an example of:

A.
An amino acid.

B.
Folic acid.

C.
An incomplete protein.

D.
A complete protein
949

Chicken is an example of:

A.
An amino acid.

B.
Folic acid.

C.
An incomplete protein.

D.
A complete protein

Kim purchases a bag of mini
Toblerone bars and in the course of a
day, eats 10 bars. How many calories
did she consume?

A. 600

B.

C. 1038

D. 1200
667
950

Kim purchases a bag of mini
Toblerone bars and in the course of a
day, eats 10 bars. How many calories
did she consume?

A. 600

B.

C. 1038

D. 1200
667
951
952

Choose MyPlate recommends that you make half
your plate:

A. Meat and beans.

B. Milk and dairy products.

C. Fruits and vegetables.

D. Whole grains.
953

Choose MyPlate recommends that you make half
your plate:

A. Meat and beans.

B. Milk and dairy products.

C. Fruits and vegetables.

D. Whole grains.
954

Barry suffers from sleep apnea, which is MOST
LIKELY caused by:

A. Obesity.

B. Dehydration.

C. Stress.

D. Caffeine.
955

Barry suffers from sleep apnea, which is MOST
LIKELY caused by:

A. Obesity.

B. Dehydration.

C. Stress.

D. Caffeine.
956

Carla has a BMI of 31. She would be classified as:

A. Underweight.

B. Healthy weight.

C. Overweight.

D. Obese.
957

Carla has a BMI of 31. She would be classified as:

A. Underweight.

B. Healthy weight.

C. Overweight.

D. Obese.
958

What is the MAIN cause of obesity?

A. Excess calorie food consumption.

B. Increase in the use of technology.

C. Fast food restaurants.

D. Lack of sidewalks and parks in

most neighborhoods.
959

What is the MAIN cause of obesity?

A. Excess calorie food consumption.

B. Increase in the use of technology.

C. Fast food restaurants.

D. Lack of sidewalks and parks in

most neighborhoods.
960

Angie is 35 years old. She runs two miles a day and eats a
healthy diet. What should she add to her routine to increase
her strength and build stronger bones?

A. A weekly massage

B. Aerobics three times a week

C. Weight lifting two days a week

D. Vitamin C and iodine supplements
961

Angie is 35 years old. She runs two miles a day and eats a
healthy diet. What should she add to her routine to increase
her strength and build stronger bones?

A. A weekly massage

B. Aerobics three times a week

C. Weight lifting two days a week

D. Vitamin C and iodine supplements

Robert goes to the gym every day after work from 4-5 pm,
962
drinks coffee with breakfast and lunch, goes to bed at 9 pm
every evening, and plays video games for one hour before
turning out the light for sleep. What is causing him to have
trouble falling asleep?

A. His exercise routine

B. Coffee

C. His bedtime

D. Video games

Robert goes to the gym every day after work from 4-5 pm,
963
drinks coffee with breakfast and lunch, goes to bed at 9 pm
every evening, and plays video games for one hour before
turning out the light for sleep. What is causing him to have
trouble falling asleep?

A. His exercise routine

B. Coffee

C. His bedtime

D. Video games
964

Adults need 6-9 hours of sleep each night, but
how much sleep per night is recommended for
high school students?

A. Under 6 hours

B. 7 hours

C. 9 hours

D. 11 hours
965

Adults need 6-9 hours of sleep each night, but
how much sleep per night is recommended for
high school students?

A. Under 6 hours

B. 7 hours

C. 9 hours

D. 11 hours
966

The American Cancer Society recommends that
at age 50, all Americans should have what type
of screening exam?

A. Brain scan

B. Colonoscopy

C. Mammogram

D. Chest x-ray
967

The American Cancer Society recommends that
at age 50, all Americans should have what type
of screening exam?

A. Brain scan

B. Colonoscopy

C. Mammogram

D. Chest x-ray
968

What is the most effective strategy for the
prevention of gum disease?

A. Annual dental x-rays

B. Using Crest toothpaste

C. Changing your toothbrush every


three months
D. Nightly dental flossing
969

What is the most effective strategy for the
prevention of gum disease?

A. Annual dental x-rays

B. Using Crest toothpaste

C. Changing your toothbrush every


three months
D. Nightly dental flossing

Beth is a 47 year-old first grade teacher and wants to stay
970
healthy. What disease-prevention strategy would be the
MOST helpful?

A. Screening for genetic diseases

B. Decreasing her stress

C. Repeating childhood



immunizations
D. Changing from regular cigarettes
to light cigarettes

Beth is a 47 year-old first grade teacher and wants to stay
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healthy. What disease-prevention strategy would be the
MOST helpful?

A. Screening for genetic diseases

B. Decreasing her stress

C. Repeating childhood



immunizations
D. Changing from regular cigarettes
to light cigarettes



Alternative medical therapies are:
A. New methods of medical care using
technology.

B. Always safe but not always effective.

C. Not traditionally performed in

conventional medical practices.

D. Less expensive and more effective

than conventional medical practices.
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


Alternative medical therapies are:
A. New methods of medical care using
technology.

B. Always safe but not always effective.

C. Not traditionally performed in

conventional medical practices.

D. Less expensive and more effective

than conventional medical practices.
973
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
Margie suffers from tension headaches and prefers not to take
drugs or similar products. What complementary therapy MOST
LIKELY would her doctor recommend to treat her headaches?

A. Aromatherapy

B. Homeopathy

C. Botanical medicine

D. Reflexology

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
Margie suffers from tension headaches and prefers not to take
drugs or similar products. What complementary therapy MOST
LIKELY would her doctor recommend to treat her headaches?

A. Aromatherapy

B. Homeopathy

C. Botanical medicine

D. Reflexology

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
The focus of treatment using reflexology focuses
on what body part?

A. Head

B. Hands

C. Back

D. Feet
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
The focus of treatment using reflexology focuses
on what body part?

A. Head

B. Hands

C. Back

D. Feet
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
What complementary professional is MOST similar
to a conventional medical doctor?

A. Massage therapist

B. Chiropractor

C. Acupuncturist

D. Osteopath
979

What complementary professional is MOST similar
to a conventional medical doctor?

A. Massage therapist

B. Chiropractor

C. Acupuncturist

D. Osteopath

Darla’s doctor explains to Darla that she must take
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responsibility for her own health, reduce her stress, and
improve her attitude about life. What approach to medicine
is Darla’s doctor taking?

A. Holistic

B. Biomedical

C. Chiropractic

D. Botanical

Darla’s doctor explains to Darla that she must take
981
responsibility for her own health, reduce her stress, and
improve her attitude about life. What approach to medicine
is Darla’s doctor taking?

A. Holistic

B. Biomedical

C. Chiropractic

D. Botanical

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), being
982
overweight or obese is a major risk factor for which type of
diseases?

A. Chronic diseases like diabetes.

B. Sexually Transmitted diseases

like Gonorrhea.

C. Oral diseases like gum disease.

D. Auditory diseases like hearing

loss.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), being
983
overweight or obese is a major risk factor for which type of
diseases?

A. Chronic diseases like diabetes.

B. Sexually Transmitted diseases

like Gonorrhea.

C. Oral diseases like gum disease.

D. Auditory diseases like hearing

loss.
Healthyamericans.org and their F as in Fat
984
report indicates that the as of 2011, twelve
states have the highest percentages of
obesity at
 A. greater than 50% of the state

population.
 B. between 30 and 40% of the state

population.
 C. between 20 and 30% of the state

population.
 D. between 10 and 20% of the state

population.

Healthyamericans.org and their F as in Fat
985
report indicates that the as of 2011, twelve
states have the highest percentages of
obesity at
 A. greater than 50% of the state

population.
 B. between 30 and 40% of the state

population.
 C. between 20 and 30% of the state

population.
 D. between 10 and 20% of the state

population.


Bob is physically active and burns 3000 calories a day, but he
986
only takes in 2100 calories a day. Generally speaking, how
long will it take Bob to lose one pound of body weight?

A. 1 day

B. 2 days

C. 4 days

D. 8 days

Bob is physically active and burns 3000 calories a day, but he
987
only takes in 2100 calories a day. Generally speaking, how
long will it take Bob to lose one pound of body weight?

A. 1 day

B. 2 days

C. 4 days

D. 8 days




Someone who has a psychosomatic illness is described as
someone who
A. acquired their illness in a hospital
or health care facility.
B. has physical symptoms that are

caused by what it happening in the

mind.




C. develops a disease that results from
their compromised immune system.
D. pretends to be sick in order to get
drugs or attention.
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



Someone who has a psychosomatic illness is described as
someone who
A. acquired their illness in a hospital
or health care facility.
B. has physical symptoms that are

caused by what it happening in the

mind.




C. develops a disease that results from
their compromised immune system.
D. pretends to be sick in order to get
drugs or attention.
989
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
Nutrition Facts on food labels list total fat, cholesterol and
sodium, which should be consumed less often than vitamins
and daily values are always based on a

A. 1000 calorie diet.

B. 1500 calorie diet.

C. 2000 calorie diet.

D. 2500 calorie diet.
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
Nutrition Facts on food labels list total fat, cholesterol and
sodium, which should be consumed less often than vitamins
and daily values are always based on a

A. 1000 calorie diet.

B. 1500 calorie diet.

C. 2000 calorie diet.

D. 2500 calorie diet.
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Technical
Vital
Skills
signs

A nursing assistant notes a patient’s blood993
pressure to be 148/96. Which is the BEST
action the assistant can take?

A. Tell the patient the blood pressure







reading.
B. Report the reading to the patient’s
nurse.
C. Wait 15 minutes and repeat the
procedure.
D. Immediately repeat the procedure in
the other arm.

A nursing assistant notes a patient’s blood994
pressure to be 148/96. Which is the BEST
action the assistant can take?

A. Tell the patient the blood pressure







reading.
B. Report the reading to the patient’s
nurse.
C. Wait 15 minutes and repeat the
procedure.
D. Immediately repeat the procedure in
the other arm.

You were assigned to take vital signs on an 80-year-old male
nursing home resident who was recently admitted after 995
having a stroke. Vital signs were B/P 130/90, T 99 .40 F, P 92, R
32. Which vital sign reflects a measurement within normal
limits?

A.
Blood pressure

B.
Pulse

C.
Respirations

D.
Temperature

You were assigned to take vital signs on an 80-year-old male
nursing home resident who was recently admitted after 996
having a stroke. Vital signs were B/P 130/90, T 99 .40 F, P 92, R
32. Which vital sign reflects a measurement within normal
limits?

A.
Blood pressure

B.
Pulse

C.
Respirations

D.
Temperature

Of the following, which person is MOST likely to
997
develop hypertension based on risk factors?

A. Underweight 12-year-old Indian






female student
B. Obese 40-year-old African American
male smoker
C. 30-year-old Asian male distance runner
who works as an air traffic controller
D. 45-year-old Caucasian mother of

triplets who is on a low carbohydrate

diet

Of the following, which person is MOST likely to
998
develop hypertension based on risk factors?

A. Underweight 12-year-old Indian






female student
B. Obese 40-year-old African American
male smoker
C. 30-year-old Asian male distance runner
who works as an air traffic controller
D. 45-year-old Caucasian mother of

triplets who is on a low carbohydrate

diet
999

Which patient is the BEST candidate for an oral temperature?

A.
1-year-old healthy infant

B.
16-year-old receiving his annual
physical exam


C.
precautions


21-year-old patient on seizure
D.
62-year-old comatose patient
1000

Which patient is the BEST candidate for an oral temperature?

A.
1-year-old healthy infant

B.
16-year-old receiving his annual
physical exam


C.
precautions


21-year-old patient on seizure
D.
62-year-old comatose patient
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
A patient with tachycardia MOST likely has a/an:

A. Elevated temperature.

B. Elevated blood pressure.

C. Fast pulse.

D.
Increased respiratory rate.
1002

A patient with tachycardia MOST likely has a/an:

A. Elevated temperature.

B. Elevated blood pressure.

C. Fast pulse.

D.
Increased respiratory rate.
1003

The LEAST accurate route for measuring
temperature is:

A. Aural..

B. Axillary.

C. Oral.

D. Rectal.
1004

The LEAST accurate route for measuring
temperature is:

A. Aural..

B. Axillary.

C. Oral.

D. Rectal.
1005

Which is considered to be an elevated
temperature?

A. Aural 37.2 C

B. Axillary 38.4 C

C. Oral 37 C

D. Rectal 37.8 C
1006

Which is considered to be an elevated
temperature?

A. Aural 37.2 C

B. Axillary 38.4 C

C. Oral 37 C

D. Rectal 37.8 C
1007

What is the respiratory rate of a patient who is
observed to have 16 inspirations and 16
expirations?

A. 8

B. 16

C. 32

D. 64
1008

What is the respiratory rate of a patient who is
observed to have 16 inspirations and 16
expirations?

A. 8

B. 16

C. 32

D. 64
1009

In a blood pressure measurement of 132/86, the
number 86 is the:

A. Bradycardia.

B. Tachycardia.

C. Diastolic.

D. Systolic.
1010

In a blood pressure measurement of 132/86, the
number 86 is the:

A. Bradycardia.

B. Tachycardia.

C. Diastolic.

D. Systolic.
1011

Before taking vital signs on a patient, what should
you do FIRST?

A. Close the privacy curtain.

B. Explain the procedure.

C. Introduce yourself.

D. Place the call bell within reach.
1012

Before taking vital signs on a patient, what should
you do FIRST?

A. Close the privacy curtain.

B. Explain the procedure.

C. Introduce yourself.

D. Place the call bell within reach.
1013

In order to avoid errors, whose approved list of
abbreviations should you use when documenting
vital signs?

A. American Medical Association

B. Health Science textbook

C. Board of Nursing

D. Your employer
1014

In order to avoid errors, whose approved list of
abbreviations should you use when documenting
vital signs?

A. American Medical Association

B. Health Science textbook

C. Board of Nursing

D. Your employer
1015

How does the pulse rate and respiratory rate of a
healthy toddler compare to that of a healthy 21year-old?

A. Higher pulse, equal respirations

B. Lower pulse, lower respirations

C. Lower pulse, lower respirations

D. Higher pulse, higher respirations
1016

How does the pulse rate and respiratory rate of a
healthy toddler compare to that of a healthy 21year-old?

A. Higher pulse, equal respirations

B. Lower pulse, lower respirations

C. Lower pulse, lower respirations

D. Higher pulse, higher

respirations
1017

The terms, weak and thready, are MOST usually
associated with which vital sign measurement?

A. Blood pressure

B. Pulse

C. Respirations

D. Temperature
1018

The terms, weak and thready, are MOST usually
associated with which vital sign measurement?

A. Blood pressure

B. Pulse

C. Respirations

D. Temperature
1019

The terms, deep or shallow, are MOST usually
associated with which vital sign measurement?

A. Blood pressure

B. Pulse

C. Respirations

D. Temperature
1020

The terms, deep or shallow, are MOST usually
associated with which vital sign measurement?

A. Blood pressure

B. Pulse

C. Respirations

D. Temperature
1021

Which thermometer requires it be “shaken
down”?

A. Digital

B. Electronic

C. Glass

D. Tympanic
1022

Which thermometer requires it be “shaken
down”?

A. Digital

B. Electronic

C. Glass

D. Tympanic
1023

In which procedure is lubricant required?

A. Aural temperature

B. Rectal temperature

C. Blood pressure

D. Pulse/respirations
1024

In which procedure is lubricant required?

A. Aural temperature

B. Rectal temperature

C. Blood pressure

D. Pulse/respirations
1025

A febrile patient will exhibit a/an:

A. Elevated pulse.

B. Elevated temperature.

C. Normal pulse.

D. Normal temperature.
1026

A febrile patient will exhibit a/an:

A. Elevated pulse.

B. Elevated temperature.

C. Normal pulse.

D. Normal temperature.
When taking a pulse, why should the thumb
1027
NOT be used?
 A. The width of the thumb impedes an

accurate feel for the pulse.
 B. The thumb has a pulse and can be

confused with the patient’s pulse.
 C. The sensation of the thumb is not as

good as it is in the middle two

fingers.
 D. There is more dexterity in the fingers

than there is in the thumb.

When taking a pulse, why should the thumb
1028
NOT be used?
 A. The width of the thumb impedes an

accurate feel for the pulse.
 B. The thumb has a pulse and can be

confused with the patient’s pulse.
 C. The sensation of the thumb is not as

good as it is in the middle two

fingers.
 D. There is more dexterity in the fingers

than there is in the thumb.

Which statement about the size of a blood
1029
pressure cuff is TRUE?
 A. The bladder of the cuff needs to

cover about 80% of the

circumference of the arm.
 B. Cuffs should cover about 80% of

the length of the upper arm.
 C. Blood pressure cuffs are indicated

by the age of the patient.
 D. Except for infant cuffs, all adults use

the same size cuff.

Which statement about the size of a blood
1030
pressure cuff is TRUE?
 A. The bladder of the cuff needs to

cover about 80% of the

circumference of the arm.
 B. Cuffs should cover about 80% of

the length of the upper arm.
 C. Blood pressure cuffs are indicated

by the age of the patient.
 D. Except for infant cuffs, all adults use

the same size cuff.

1031
First
Aid

Which statement about responding to an
emergency is TRUE?

A. Once the scene is considered safe, it is okay to
move a patient before administering first aid.


B.
When approaching a conscious victim, identify

yourself and express your intent to provide

assistance.




1032
C. Good Samaritan Laws are the same in each
state
and can be used in all emergencies.
D. Medic Alert bracelets and necklaces are not
considered important in most emergencies.

Which statement about responding to an
emergency is TRUE?

A. Once the scene is considered safe, it is okay to
move a patient before administering first aid.


B.
When approaching a conscious victim, identify

yourself and express your intent to provide

assistance.




1033
C. Good Samaritan Laws are the same in each
state
and can be used in all emergencies.
D. Medic Alert bracelets and necklaces are not
considered important in most emergencies.

Which of the following indicates a life-threatening
emergency?

A.
can wiggle toes


B.
C.

Bright red bleeding from the neck which
is spurting


Alert victim complaining of pain in the
jaw and a nosebleed.


A red, swollen and painful ankle, victim
D.
A burn on the forearm which is
moderately red, but not blistered
1034

Which of the following indicates a life-threatening
emergency?

A.
can wiggle toes


B.
C.

Bright red bleeding from the neck which
is spurting


Alert victim complaining of pain in the
jaw and a nosebleed.


A red, swollen and painful ankle, victim
D.
A burn on the forearm which is
moderately red, but not blistered
1035
1036
The BEST reason for immobilizing a
broken bone is to:


A.
Assist with walking.

B.
Decrease swelling.

C.
Prevent further injury.

D.
Reduce pain
1037
The BEST reason for immobilizing a
broken bone is to:


A.
Assist with walking.

B.
Decrease swelling.

C.
Prevent further injury.

D.
Reduce pain
1038

After making sure the scene is safe, what should be the NEXT
action when approaching a victim found to be lying on the
floor?

A.
Check to see if the victim is responsive.

B.
Begin giving ventilations to the victim.

C.
Call 9-1-1.

D.
Call your doctor
1039

After making sure the scene is safe, what should be the NEXT
action when approaching a victim found to be lying on the
floor?

A.
Check to see if the victim is responsive.

B.
Begin giving ventilations to the victim.

C.
Call 9-1-1.

D.
Call your doctor

Which of the following are MOST likely signs of inadequate
1040
circulation?

A. Coughing and talking

B. Bruising of the extremities

C. Reddish tint near the affected injury

D. Bluish color around the nose and


mouth

Which of the following are MOST likely signs of inadequate
1041
circulation?

A. Coughing and talking

B. Bruising of the extremities

C. Reddish tint near the affected injury

D. Bluish color around the nose and


mouth

A person eating dinner begins to cough loudly. What should
1042
be done NEXT?

A. Give an abdominal thrust.

B. Leave the victim to call 9-1-1.

C. Encourage the victim to continue

to cough forcefully.

D. Give solid slaps between the

victim’s shoulder blades.

A person eating dinner begins to cough loudly. What should
1043
be done NEXT?

A. Give an abdominal thrust.

B. Leave the victim to call 9-1-1.

C. Encourage the victim to



continue to cough forcefully.
D. Give solid slaps between the
victim’s shoulder blades.
Which describes the correct hand position
1044
when giving abdominal thrusts?
 A. Put your arms around the victim and

clasp hands.
 B. Make fists with both hands, wrap

arms around victim.
 C. With arms around victim, make a fist

with one hand, cover with other

hand.
 D. Keep both hands flat against the

abdomen, just above the naval.

Which describes the correct hand position
1045
when giving abdominal thrusts?
 A. Put your arms around the victim and

clasp hands.
 B. Make fists with both hands, wrap

arms around victim.
 C. With arms around victim, make a fist

with one hand, cover with other

hand.
 D. Keep both hands flat against the

abdomen, just above the naval.





Which statement is TRUE about shock?
A. All victims, regardless of injuries,
should be treated for shock.
B. Increased pulse and respirations,

and low blood pressure, are symptoms

of shock.




C. Keeping a shock victim calm and
comfortable is a myth.
D. As long as a victim is conscious,
he/she is not in shock.
1046




Which statement is TRUE about shock?
A. All victims, regardless of injuries,
should be treated for shock.
B. Increased pulse and respirations,

and low blood pressure, are symptoms

of shock.




C. Keeping a shock victim calm and
comfortable is a myth.
D. As long as a victim is conscious,
he/she is not in shock.
1047
1048

A man with pain in the jaw, dizziness, shortness of
breath and heartburn MOST likely is experiencing
a:

A. Seizure

B. Stroke

C. Heart attack

D. Kidney stone
1049

A man with pain in the jaw, dizziness, shortness of
breath and heartburn MOST likely is experiencing
a:

A. Seizure

B. Stroke

C. Heart attack

D. Kidney stone









Which action is correct for controlling a nosebleed?
A. Have the victim lie flat and pinch
nostrils closed.
B. Have the victim lie flat and apply
pressure over bridge of the nose.
C. Have the victim sit up and pinch
nostrils closed.
D. Have the victim sit up and apply
pressure over the bridge of the nose.
1050









Which action is correct for controlling a nosebleed?
A. Have the victim lie flat and pinch
nostrils closed.
B. Have the victim lie flat and apply
pressure over bridge of the nose.
C. Have the victim sit up and pinch
nostrils closed.
D. Have the victim sit up and apply
pressure over the bridge of the nose.
1051
1052

Placing a person in the supine position and
elevating the legs are correct actions to prevent:

A. Fainting.

B. Seizures.

C. Headaches.

D. Vomiting.
1053

Placing a person in the supine position and
elevating the legs are correct actions to prevent:

A. Fainting.

B. Seizures.

C. Headaches.

D. Vomiting.
1054

The main goal when attending a person who is
having a seizure is:

A. Enlisting the help from others.

B. Monitoring the vital signs.

C. Keeping the person safe.

D. Preventing additional seizures.
1055

The main goal when attending a person who is
having a seizure is:

A. Enlisting the help from others.

B. Monitoring the vital signs.

C. Keeping the person safe.

D. Preventing additional seizures.

If a rescuer observes a foreign object protruding
1056
from a victim’s body, which action is BEST?

A. Remove the object, hold pressure for








15 minutes, then apply a pressure
bandage.
B. Immobilize the object by taping
dressings in place around the object.
C. Leave the object in place and wash
with disinfectant soap.
D. Pull the object slightly until it is
stabilized.

If a rescuer observes a foreign object protruding
1057
from a victim’s body, which action is BEST?

A. Remove the object, hold pressure for








15 minutes, then apply a pressure
bandage.
B. Immobilize the object by taping
dressings in place around the object.
C. Leave the object in place and wash
with disinfectant soap.
D. Pull the object slightly until it is
stabilized.
1058

The initial treatment for most major burns consists
of applying:

A. An adhesive dressing.

B. Cool water.

C. Ice.

D. An antibiotic ointment.
1059

The initial treatment for most major burns consists
of applying:

A. An adhesive dressing.

B. Cool water.

C. Ice.

D. An antibiotic ointment.
1060

You have just witnessed a victim having a seizure
with severe shaking of arms and legs. Immediately
following the seizure what action should be taken
NEXT?

A. Offer fluid

B. Call 9-1-1

C. Check for breathing

D. Check victim’s medications
1061

You have just witnessed a victim having a seizure
with severe shaking of arms and legs. Immediately
following the seizure what action should be taken
NEXT?

A. Offer fluid

B. Call 9-1-1

C. Check for breathing

D. Check victim’s medications
1062

A colleague complains of blurred vision, headache, and
facial numbness. You notice slurred speech and use of
inappropriate words. You think your colleague MIGHT be
having a(an):

A. Heart attack.

B. Migraine headache.

C. Seizure.

D. Stroke.
1063

A colleague complains of blurred vision, headache, and
facial numbness. You notice slurred speech and use of
inappropriate words. You think your colleague MIGHT be
having a(an):

A. Heart attack.

B. Migraine headache.

C. Seizure.

D. Stroke.











What is the correct action for a body part
which has been accidently amputated? 1064
A. Rinse with water, wrap it in moistened
cloth and place in container with ice
and water.
B. Place the part directly on ice and place
it in plastic bag.
C. Tape the part onto the victim’s body,
near the affected area.
D. Rinse the part with water, wrap in a
clean, dry bandage, transport it to the
pathology lab.











What is the correct action for a body part
which has been accidently amputated? 1065
A. Rinse with water, wrap it in moistened
cloth and place in container with ice
and water.
B. Place the part directly on ice and place
it in plastic bag.
C. Tape the part onto the victim’s body,
near the affected area.
D. Rinse the part with water, wrap in a
clean, dry bandage, transport it to the
pathology lab.

CPR is indicated during an emergency when the rescuer 1066
notes
the victim:

A.
To be nonresponsive, but breathing.

B.
To be responsive, but respirations less
than 10.


C.
Is not breathing and has no pulse.

D.
Is breathing and has a slow, weak

pulse.

CPR is indicated during an emergency when the rescuer 1067
notes
the victim:

A.
To be nonresponsive, but breathing.

B.
To be responsive, but respirations less
than 10.


C.
Is not breathing and has no pulse.

D.
Is breathing and has a slow, weak

pulse.
1068
Information
Technology
1069

1. What term describes the process of recording
observations and information about patients in a
health care setting?

A.
Transcription

B.
Coding

C.
Charting

D.
Admitting
1070

1. What term describes the process of recording
observations and information about patients in a
health care setting?

A.
Transcription

B.
Coding

C.
Charting

D.
Admitting
1071

A physician visits a patient in the hospital. Where
would the physician document what she/he
noted about the patient during the visit?

A.
Statistical data sheet

B.
Progress notes

C.
Graphic sheet

D.
Physician’s orders
1072

A physician visits a patient in the hospital. Where
would the physician document what she/he
noted about the patient during the visit?

A.
Statistical data sheet

B.
Progress notes

C.
Graphic sheet

D.
Physician’s orders
1073

What is often included on a medical history form?

A.
Consent for surgical procedures

B.
Treatments provided for the patient and
the patient’s response


C.
Insurance identification

D.
Allergies
1074

What is often included on a medical history form?

A.
Consent for surgical procedures

B.
Treatments provided for the patient and
the patient’s response


C.
Insurance identification

D.
Allergies

When can medical records be released to a patient’s
husband?

A.
permission.


B.
C.
When the insurance coverage is in his
name.


Any time the husband makes a written
request.


When the patient has given written
D.
When the wife is under the age of 18.
1075

When can medical records be released to a patient’s
husband?

A.
permission.


B.
C.
When the insurance coverage is in his
name.


Any time the husband makes a written
request.


When the patient has given written
D.
When the wife is under the age of 18.
1076

A nurse notes that Mrs. Jones tolerates her bath better after
receiving pain medication thirty minutes before the bath.1077
When using the SOAP method, where would the nurse
document the recommendation to give pain medication 30
minutes before the bath?

A. S

B. O

C. A

D. P

A nurse notes that Mrs. Jones tolerates her bath better after
receiving pain medication thirty minutes before the bath.1078
When using the SOAP method, where would the nurse
document the recommendation to give pain medication 30
minutes before the bath?

A. S

B. O

C. A

D. P

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using
computerized medical records?

A. Cost of converting to the system.

B. Legibility of charting.

C. Information can be recorded


more quickly.
D. Records are in digital format.
1079

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using
computerized medical records?

A. Cost of converting to the system.

B. Legibility of charting.

C. Information can be recorded


more quickly.
D. Records are in digital format.
1080


What would a medical assistant do with a CMS 1500 form?
A.
history.


B.
C.

Request an opinion about the patient’s
medical care from another physician.


File for reimbursement from a patient’s
health insurance provider.


Record the patient’s past medical
D.
Obtain informed consent for a surgical
procedure.
1081


What would a medical assistant do with a CMS 1500 form?
A.
history.


B.
C.

Request an opinion about the patient’s
medical care from another physician.


File for reimbursement from a
patient’s health insurance provider.


Record the patient’s past medical
D.
Obtain informed consent for a surgical
procedure.
1082

What does a CPT code tell an insurance company?

A. The patient’s group identification
number.


B.
The name and medical license number
of a patient’s physician.


C.
The patient’s prognosis.

D.
The specific procedure performed on

the patient.
1083

What does a CPT code tell an insurance company?

A. The patient’s group identification
number.


B.
The name and medical license number
of a patient’s physician.


C.
The patient’s prognosis.

D.
The specific procedure performed

on the patient.
1084
1085

What communication method is usually used by
health care agencies for daily communication
with insurance companies?

A. Pagers

B. Cell phones

C. U.S. mail

D. E-mail
1086

What communication method is usually used by
health care agencies for daily communication
with insurance companies?

A. Pagers

B. Cell phones

C. U.S. mail

D. E-mail


An imaging center wishes to send a CT scan report to a
physician’s office. What should accompany the report?
A. A copy of the patient’s insurance

information

B. A cover sheet

C. A CMS-1500 form

D. A statistical data form
1087


An imaging center wishes to send a CT scan report to a
physician’s office. What should accompany the report?
A. A copy of the patient’s insurance

information

B. A cover sheet

C. A CMS-1500 form

D. A statistical data form
1088
1089

What type of software program is usually used for
financial record management in a healthcare
setting?

A. Database

B. Spreadsheet

C. Word processor

D. Operating system
1090

What type of software program is usually used for
financial record management in a healthcare
setting?

A. Database

B. Spreadsheet

C. Word processor

D. Operating system
1091

What is an example of the use of technology for
patient monitoring at a local pharmacy?

A. Blood pressure machine

B. Pharmacy database

C. Electronic cash register

D. Pulse oximetry
1092

What is an example of the use of technology for
patient monitoring at a local pharmacy?

A. Blood pressure machine

B. Pharmacy database

C. Electronic cash register

D. Pulse oximetry
1093

What diagnostic imaging technique uses sound
waves that are interpreted by a computer?

A. EKG

B. MRI

C. CT Scan

D. Ultrasonography
1094

What diagnostic imaging technique uses sound
waves that are interpreted by a computer?

A. EKG

B. MRI

C. CT Scan

D. Ultrasonography
1095

What technology would be the MOST helpful to
residents in a remote village in Alaska?

A. Database

B. Telemedicine

C. Medical Robotics

D. Magnetic Resonance Imaging
1096

What technology would be the MOST helpful to
residents in a remote village in Alaska?

A. Database

B. Telemedicine

C. Medical Robotics

D. Magnetic Resonance Imaging

1097
What do MRIs, CT scans, and medical sonography have in
common?

A.
They are non-invasive

B.
They all use x-rays

C.
They are examples of medical robotics

D.
They were discovered in the 1990s

1098
What do MRIs, CT scans, and medical sonography have in
common?

A.
They are non-invasive

B.
They all use x-rays

C.
They are examples of medical robotics

D.
They were discovered in the 1990s
1099

Using a computer arm to perform microscopic
surgery is an example of:

A. Medical robotics.

B. Cardiac monitoring.

C. Stress testing.

D. Bioinformatics.
1100

Using a computer arm to perform microscopic
surgery is an example of:

A. Medical robotics.

B. Cardiac monitoring.

C. Stress testing.

D. Bioinformatics.
1101

What health professional would MOST LIKELY use
bioinformatics?

A. An EMT

B. A neurosurgeon

C. A biomedical equipment technician

D. A genetic counselor
1102

What health professional would MOST LIKELY use
bioinformatics?

A. An EMT

B. A neurosurgeon

C. A biomedical equipment technician

D. A genetic counselor
1103

Computers are regularly used for diagnostic
purposes in the hospital:

A. Pharmacy.

B. Operating room.

C. Laboratory.

D. Physical therapy department.
1104

Computers are regularly used for diagnostic
purposes in the hospital:

A. Pharmacy.

B. Operating room.

C. Laboratory.

D. Physical therapy department.
1105

Most medical practices use a specialized
software program for:

A.
Communicating with patients via
cell phones.


B.
Taking to patients online.

C.
Scheduling appointments.

D.
Ordering medical supplies.
1106

Most medical practices use a specialized
software program for:

A.
Communicating with patients via
cell phones.


B.
Taking to patients online.

C.
Scheduling appointments.

D.
Ordering medical supplies.
1107

What agency uses bioinformatics to maintain
records of pharmaceutical research?

A. CDC

B. FDA

C. OSHA

D. EPA
1108

What agency uses bioinformatics to maintain
records of pharmaceutical research?

A. CDC

B. FDA

C. OSHA

D. EPA
1109

What type of computer does not require a mouse
or keyboard for input?

A. Laptop

B. Touchscreen

C. PC

D. Greenscreen
1110

What type of computer does not require a mouse
or keyboard for input?

A. Laptop

B. Touchscreen

C. PC

D. Greenscreen
1111

What is the recommended process for medical
offices when submitting a CMS1500 claim form?

A. Mailed paper form

B. Fax

C. Email attachment

D. Electronic submission
1112

What is the recommended process for medical
offices when submitting a CMS1500 claim form?

A. Mailed paper form

B. Fax

C. Email attachment

D. Electronic submission
1113

Which of the following is an example of a
secondary storage system for computers?

A. Mouse

B. Hard drive

C. Flash drive

D. Keyboard
1114

Which of the following is an example of a
secondary storage system for computers?

A. Mouse

B. Hard drive

C. Flash drive

D. Keyboard
1115

When you respond to an email from your direct
supervisor, you should always:

A.

B. Use the same acronyms you use when
emailing friends.

C.
Select “reply all” when responding.

D.
Use all caps.
Use proper grammar and punctuation.
1116

When you respond to an email from your direct
supervisor, you should always:

A.

B. Use the same acronyms you use when
emailing friends.

C.
Select “reply all” when responding.

D.
Use all caps.
Use proper grammar and punctuation.
1117

Social networking regularly creates what negative
opportunity for youth?

A. Sexting

B. Texting and driving

C. Cyberbullying

D. Online gaming
1118

Social networking regularly creates what negative
opportunity for youth?

A. Sexting

B. Texting and driving

C. Cyberbullying

D. Online gaming