Question 1

A murmur indicates a possible problem with a cardiac valve.

Accepted Answer

Damage to a cardiac valve creates a distinct sound.

Question 2

When transferring a patient from a wheelchair to the examination table, the medical assistant should always assist the patient on the person's strong side.

Accepted Answer

The patient should always be assisted on his or her strong side to better enable the patient to help with the transfer.

Question 3

The area between cellular structures is called the __________ space.

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The answer of The area between cellular structures is called...

Question 4

__________ are classified according to their shape and whether they are layered.

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The answer of __________ are classified according to their shape...

Question 5

Felicia is assigned to work in the clinical area of the practice. Describe at least four of her responsibilities when assisting the physician during a physical examination.

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Question 6

Mrs. Grace Wilson, an 81-year-old patient of Dr. Kosto, is being seen today for her annual physical examination. Explain at least five of the medical assistant's responsibilities in preparing Mrs. Wilson for the examination.

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The answer of Mrs. Grace Wilson, an 81-year-old patient of...

Question 7

The process of creating blood cells in the red bone marrow is called __________.

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The answer of The process of creating blood cells in...

Question 8

Part of Felicia's responsibilities is to make sure the examination rooms in the office are prepared for the day. Describe four of her responsibilities in preparing these rooms.

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Question 9

List and describe the four types of body tissue.

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Question 10

The __________ is designed to equalize the air pressure in the middle ear.

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The answer of The __________ is designed to equalize the...

Question 11

Transillumination is used to evaluate the sinus cavities.

Accepted Answer

The sinuses can be viewed by passing a light through the nasal passages.

Question 12

An example of manipulation is assisted ROM exercises.

Accepted Answer

Manipulation involves the passive movement of the limb to determine the level of joint motion.

Question 13

A number of Felicia's co-workers have been complaining about work-related lower back pain. Dr. Kosto asks Felicia to research information about correct body mechanics and share it with the staff. Summarize at least five safe lifting techniques that should be included in the material.

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The answer of A number of Felicia's co-workers have been...

Question 14

A(n) __________ is a small mass that may be palpated when the physician examines the head and neck.

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The answer of A(n) __________ is a small mass that...

Question 15

The medical assistant should push a heavy item rather than trying to pull it.

Accepted Answer

The strong leg muscles can be used to better effect to push a heavy object rather than to pull it.

Question 16

Bending both the knees and the back is the best method of picking up a heavy object.

Accepted Answer

The knees should be bent, but the back should be kept straight and in alignment to prevent back strain.

Question 17

Contraction of the smooth muscles lining an artery is called __________.

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The answer of Contraction of the smooth muscles lining an...

Question 18

Examples of involuntary muscles are the muscles that line arteries and arterioles.

Accepted Answer

The involuntary muscles line the arteries and arterioles, allowing vasoconstriction.

Question 19

Dr. Kosto is very serious about enforcing HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality. According to what you learned in this chapter, explain three applications of HIPAA that you would expect to see in a physician's office.

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Question 20

When using proper body mechanics, medical assistants should twist the body in the direction of the object to be lifted.

Accepted Answer

This is not proper body mechanics; twisting the body may lead to a back injury.

Quiz 25: Assisting with the Primary Physical Examination