What condition would require the use of a low sodium diet?
Kidney disease
All are correct
Cardiovascular disease
Hypertension and cardiovascular disease
Which type of skin cancer is curable and does not cause death?
Squamous cell
Melanoma
Basal cell
Basal cell and squamous cell
At which age should an adult with normal risk factors start having the annual fall risk screening?
45
55
70
65
The medical assistant can coach patients on disease prevention. Which of the following would be considered disease prevention coaching?
Preparations for a colonoscopy
Preparation for a blood cholesterol test
Respiratory hygiene and information on recommended vaccines
Self-management of diabetes
At which ae should a female with normal risk factors start having bone density testing?
55
65
45
30
These are special proteins that speed up the chemical reaction in the body
Catabolism
Amino acids
Anabolism
Enzymes
Which of the following dairy servings is equal to 1 cup of milk?
2 oz of natural cheese
2 oz of processed cheese
1 cup of yogurt
2 oz of processed cheese and 1 cup of yogurt
Which of the following contains saturated fats?
Olive and soy oil
All are correct
Corn oil
Butter, cheese, and whole milk
As the blood glucose levels start to drop, glucagon works on the liver to release stored glycogen.
True
False
What ingredient listed on the food label would indicate it contains trans fat?
Butter
Olive oil
Safflower oil
Hydrogenated oil
The cognitive domain involves learning though
Adapting to one’s ability
Hand on practice
Our emotions and values
Mental processes
Lipid profile tests are used to monitor the cholesterol levels and do not require the patient to be NPO prior to the test
True
False
This mineral is part of hemoglobin found in the red blood cell.
Fluoride
Zinc
Iodine
Iron
What is not a name for electronic cigarettes?
Hookahs
Vapor cigarettes
Tank system
Mods
A person with HIV or AIDS can have which of the following issues?
Poor appetite
Constipation
All are correct
Nausea
When working with an infant, it is important to use a calm and soothing voice and hold the child securely
True
False
Exercise will create lean muscle tissue, which decreases the BMR
True
False
The Civil Rights Act requires that all patients have equal access to services
False
True
Minerals
Like iron and zinc are macrominerals
Like calcium and potassium are considered trace minerals
Are naturally occurring organic substances
Found in the body fluids are called electrolytes
When working with preschoolers, it is important to use familiar words, simple explanations and demonstrations, and allow the children to handle equipment
False
True
Which is NOT an antioxidant?
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Beta carotene
A deficiency in vitamin A causes
Beriberi
Bone pain and muscle weakness
Night blindness
Hemolytic anemia
What is a sign of elder neglect?
Unexplained sexually transmitted infection
Lack of proper living condition
Sudden change in personality
Symptoms that mimic dementia
Males have a higher desity of lean muscle mass with a lower body fat percentage, which causes a higher BMR
False
True
The psychomotor domain involves learning through
Reading written words
Assisting with a procedure
Emotions and attitudes
Listening to what is said
Which statement is not true?
A pap test is used to screen for cervical cancers
For 48 hours prior to the pap test, refrain from sexual inte
For 60 hours prior to the pap test, do not douche
A pap test should not be done during the menstrual period
Which of the following would be a barrier to learning in the psychomotor domain?
Cognition issues
Pain
Memory issues
Sensory limitations and tremors and paralysis
According to the American Dental Hygienist Association, an oral cancer self-exam consists of looking for lumps and color changes and then feeling for lumps and swelling
True
False
A unit that measures how much energy is in a particular food
Calorie
Carbohydrate
Amino acid
Metabolism
The act of following through on a request or demand
Coaching
Cessation
Adherence
Compliance
Vitamin C can be found in:
Citrus
Meat and nuts
Cauliflower and spinach
Cauliflower, spinach, and citrus
What condition would require the use of the Glycemic index, the “Create Your Plate” method, or carb counting?
Diabetes mellitus
Cardiovascular disease
Hypertension
Weight control
Unsaturated fats decrease the LDL level
True
False
When working with a patient who has impaired hearing, what strategy should the medical assistant use?
Use an interpreter or an interpretation service
Ensure the room has adequate light
Make sure the patient is wearing glasses or contacts if need
Face the person when speaking & have patient repeat back
This is an imaging test that uses an IV radioactive tracer to identify disease in organs and tissues
PET scan
CT scan X-ray
MRI
US
The medical assistant can coach patients on community resources. Which of the following would be considered community resources coaching?
Coaching on medications prescribed for a disease
Coaching on preparations for a diagnostic test
Coaching on oral self-exam
Coaching on where to purchase medical supplies
What is true regarding allergies?
A food allergy can cause anaphylaxis
An elimination diet is used for food allergies
All are correct
Milk, eggs, tree nuts, & peanuts are some of the most common
What is a risk factor for skin cancer?
Brown eyes
Work outdoors and brown hair
Work outdoors
Brown hair
Antioxidants protect cells from free radicals and liit the damage free radicals can do to the cells
False
True
Which of the following would be a barrier to learning in the cognitive domain?
Tremors and paralysis
Sensory limitations
Anxiety and denial
Language barriers
Which of the following foods would be a smart carbohydrate choise?
Eggs
Turkey
Low-fat milk
Donuts
What food would not be found on a full liquid diet?
Popsicles and juice without pulp
Milk products
Ice cream
Chicken noodle soup
One part of the patient’s mole does not match the other half. Using the ABCDE Rule for early warning signs malignant, which letter does this involve?
A
D
C
B
What is not a topic that is addressed when coaching a patient on an MRI?
Patient should not use any deodorant prior to the test
Identify if the patient has a cochlear implant
Identify if patient has artificial heart valves/pacemaker
Identify if the patient is claustrophobic
A gluten-free diet is used for what condition?
Food allergies
Celiac disease
Diabetes mellitus
Cardiovascular disease
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