MA 200 test UPDATED ACTUAL Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
example of palpation - CORRECT ANSWER - Performing a breast examination
The lower calibration bar of a balance-beam scale is divided into - CORRECT ANSWER -
50lb increments
What is the reason for weighing a child - CORRECT ANSWER - to observe the pattern of
growth
to determine medication dosage
to identify nutritional problems
The reason for weighing a prenatal patient is to - CORRECT ANSWER - determine if the
fetus is growing
what term describes the probable course and outcome of a disease - CORRECT
ANSWER - prognosis
NOT a purpose of asking the patient if he/she needs to void before the physical examination? -
CORRECT ANSWER - to prevent urinary incontinence
what term describes an illness characterized by symptoms that have rapid onset, that are severe
and intense, and that subside after a short period - CORRECT ANSWER - acute illness
the process of determining which of two diseases that have similar symptoms is causing a pt's
illness is known as a - CORRECT ANSWER - differential diagnosis
Require a physical examination - CORRECT ANSWER - prerequisite for employment
participation in sports
, school admission
summer camp attendance
example of a chronic illness - CORRECT ANSWER - arthritis
principles should be followed when practicing proper body mechanics - CORRECT
ANSWER - do not reach for something farther than 14-18inches away
store lighter items on higher shelves
if possible push or slide an item rather than lifting it
use the large muscles of the arms and legs when lifting an object
sims' position is used to perform which of the following - CORRECT ANSWER - flexible
sigmoidoscpy
NOT a responsibility of the medical assistant during the physical examination - CORRECT
ANSWER - listening to the pt's heart and lung sounds
what term is used to describe a tentative diagnosis obtained through the evaluation of the health
history and the physical examination - CORRECT ANSWER - clinical diagnosis
a risk factor means that - CORRECT ANSWER - the chances are increased of a patient
developing a certain disease
NOT be removed before weighing a patient - CORRECT ANSWER - jewelry
the process of measuring the patient is known as - CORRECT ANSWER - mensuration
the purpose of draping a pt is to - CORRECT ANSWER - provide pt with warmth and
modesty
Questions and CORRECT Answers
example of palpation - CORRECT ANSWER - Performing a breast examination
The lower calibration bar of a balance-beam scale is divided into - CORRECT ANSWER -
50lb increments
What is the reason for weighing a child - CORRECT ANSWER - to observe the pattern of
growth
to determine medication dosage
to identify nutritional problems
The reason for weighing a prenatal patient is to - CORRECT ANSWER - determine if the
fetus is growing
what term describes the probable course and outcome of a disease - CORRECT
ANSWER - prognosis
NOT a purpose of asking the patient if he/she needs to void before the physical examination? -
CORRECT ANSWER - to prevent urinary incontinence
what term describes an illness characterized by symptoms that have rapid onset, that are severe
and intense, and that subside after a short period - CORRECT ANSWER - acute illness
the process of determining which of two diseases that have similar symptoms is causing a pt's
illness is known as a - CORRECT ANSWER - differential diagnosis
Require a physical examination - CORRECT ANSWER - prerequisite for employment
participation in sports
, school admission
summer camp attendance
example of a chronic illness - CORRECT ANSWER - arthritis
principles should be followed when practicing proper body mechanics - CORRECT
ANSWER - do not reach for something farther than 14-18inches away
store lighter items on higher shelves
if possible push or slide an item rather than lifting it
use the large muscles of the arms and legs when lifting an object
sims' position is used to perform which of the following - CORRECT ANSWER - flexible
sigmoidoscpy
NOT a responsibility of the medical assistant during the physical examination - CORRECT
ANSWER - listening to the pt's heart and lung sounds
what term is used to describe a tentative diagnosis obtained through the evaluation of the health
history and the physical examination - CORRECT ANSWER - clinical diagnosis
a risk factor means that - CORRECT ANSWER - the chances are increased of a patient
developing a certain disease
NOT be removed before weighing a patient - CORRECT ANSWER - jewelry
the process of measuring the patient is known as - CORRECT ANSWER - mensuration
the purpose of draping a pt is to - CORRECT ANSWER - provide pt with warmth and
modesty
