ASCP Phlebotomy Newest version Exam QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE JUST RELEASED THIS YEAR

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ASCP Phlebotomy Newest version Exam QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE JUST
RELEASED THIS YEAR


Question: The field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the
ear, nose, and throat is: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔otolaryngology




Question: The department of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of
disorders associated with male sexual and reproductive systems and renal system for both sexes
is: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔urology




Question: The Public Health Service's responsibilities is to: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔administer
programs for control of disease




Question: Health care provider made up of a number of associated medical facilities that
furnish coordinated healthcare services from prebirth to death - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔IDS
(Integrated healthcare Delivery Systems)

*developed to reduce healthcare costs while maintaining patient satisfaction by directing the
patient to the right provider for the right care

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Question: Independent groups of physicians that negotiate contracts with employers for
healthcare services at discounted rates for exchange for a guaranteed number of patients -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔PPO (Preferred Provider Organizations)

Q:A patient suffering from disease or injury to the central nervous system would most likely be
admitted to the: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔neurological unit




Question: A patient suffering from a mental or an emotional disorder would most likely be
admitted to the: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔psychiatric unit




Question: A patient experiencing complications related to pregnancy would most likely be
admitted to the: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔obstetrical unit




Question: The field of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the elderly
population is called: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔geriatrics




Question: The field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of joint and tissue
diseases is: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔rheumatology




Question: the medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the
eye is: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔ophthalmology

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Question: Deals with the protection of the nation's mental and physical health - CORRECT
ANSWER✔✔PHS (U.S. Public Health Service)




Question: Coding system for patients seen in the ambulatory setting and for physician billing -
CORRECT ANSWER✔✔CPT (Current Procedural Terminology)




Question: It is not the responsibility of the designated case manager or gatekeeper in managed
care to: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔know the patient's financial capabilities;

*they DO advise the patient on healthcare needs, coordinate responses to those needs, and
identify available resources for treatment.




Question: A nationally endorsed principle ensuring that patients and their families understand
their rights and responsibilities while in a healthcare facility can be found in: - CORRECT
ANSWER✔✔the Patient Care Partnership brochure




Question: Managed care organizations control costs by: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔detecting risk
factors early




Question: Managed care - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔a generic term for a payment system that
manages costs and quality by encouraging healthy lifestyles, detecting risk factors, and offering
patient education

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Question: Patient Care Partnership: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔what to expect during your hospital
stay:

high-quality hospital care, a safe and clean environment, involvement in your care, protection of
your privacy, help when leaving the hospital, and help with your billing claims




Question: The term third-party payer is used to describe: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔health
insurance plans




Question: A classification system that is used to determine payment to hospitals for outpatient
sevices - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔APC (Ambulatory Patient Classification)




Question: acid-fast bacillus culture

*AFB - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔green top, isolator, or sst

special cleansing

microbiology

isolate and identify nycobacteria




Question: acid phosphatase

*Acid p'tase - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔sst

centrifuge/transport frozen