Deck 42: Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Question 1

Which medications are prescribed for the severe inflammation that occurs in contact dermatitis?

A) Analgesics
B) Antibiotics
C) Antifungals
D) Antacids
E) Corticosteroids

Answer 1

Corticosteroids

Question 2

In which allergy test are extracts of suspected allergens applied to a patient's skin using a lancet, usually on the arms and back?

A) Intradermal test
B) Patch test
C) Scratch test
D) Radioallergosorbent test
E) Blood test

Answer 2

Scratch test

Question 3

Which patient position is appropriate for a sigmoidoscopy?

A) Prone
B) Sims'
C) Recumbent
D) Sitting
E) Lithotomy

Answer 3

Sims'

Question 4

Which of the following is a benign skin tumor that results from a viral skin infection?

A) Eczema
B) Psoriasis
C) Impetigo
D) Mole
E) Wart

Question 5

Which of the following is a true statement about skin cancer?

A) Overexposure to the sun is a risk factor in all types of skin cancer.
B) The incidence is highest in individuals with dark skin, dark-colored eyes, and dark hair.
C) Basal cell carcinoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer.
D) Malignant melanoma is the most common skin cancer.
E) People who work outdoors eventually become immune to skin cancer.

Question 6

The metabolic disorder that causes decreased bone mass and makes the bones become brittle and fracture easily is ____.

A) osteoporosis
B) scoliosis
C) bursitis
D) tendonitis
E) Paget's disease

Question 7

Which of the following is a fungal infection that produces flat lesions on the body that are dry and scaly or moist and crusty and are often found on the feet, groin, and scalp?

A) Acne vulgaris
B) Verrucae
C) Ringworm
D) Eczema
E) Psoriasis

Question 8

Which of the following is a cardiac diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity of the heart through the placement of electrodes on the chest and limbs?

A) Echocardiography
B) Angiography
C) Stress test
D) Electrocardiogram
E) Cardiac catheterization

Question 9

Which of the following is an infection of the bone of which the principal symptom is pain?

A) Bursitis
B) Osteomyelitis
C) Paget's disease
D) Tendonitis
E) Scoliosis

Question 10

Which dermatological condition is an inflammation of the follicles of the skin's sebaceous glands?

A) Contact dermatitis
B) Ringworm
C) Acne vulgaris
D) Scabies
E) Eczema

Question 11

A stress test ____.

A) is an x-ray examination of an artery after injection of a contrast medium
B) examines the structure and function of the heart through the use of reflected sound waves
C) measures the patient's response to an increasing workload on the heart using an ECG
D) is performed by inserting a catheter into the blood vessels into the heart
E) takes ECG readings over a specific period of time, usually 24 hours or more

Question 12

Which allergy test is performed by placing a piece of linen on uninvolved skin and then using a dropper to soak the linen with the suspected allergen?

A) Radioallergosorbent test
B) Patch test
C) Intradermal test
D) Scratch test
E) Blood test

Question 13

Which allergy test measures levels of antibodies after the blood serum is exposed to suspected allergens?

A) Patch test
B) Scratch test
C) Intradermal test
D) Radioallergosorbent test
E) Needle test

Question 14

The treatment for which vascular disease includes wearing elastic stockings, losing and controlling weight, and elevating the legs?

A) Hypertension
B) Varicose veins
C) Aneurysms
D) Arteriosclerosis
E) Endocarditis

Question 15

Which of the following is a treatment for heart conduction delays or blocks?

A) Diet management
B) Insertion of a pacemaker
C) Heart transplant surgery
D) Lifestyle management
E) Stress management

Question 16

Which of the following is a skin inflammation that may be an allergic response to allergens, such as chemicals or foods?

A) Impetigo
B) Herpes zoster
C) Psoriasis
D) Eczema
E) Melanoma

Question 17

During a needle biopsy, which of the following is not a responsibility of the medical assistant?

A) Injecting the anesthetic
B) Positioning the patient
C) Labeling the specimen
D) Dressing the wound site
E) Cleaning the wound site

Question 18

Which type of allergy test, also called a subcutaneous test, introduces dilute solutions of allergens into the skin of the inner forearm or upper back with a fine-gauge needle?

A) Intradermal test
B) Scratch test
C) Patch test
D) Radioallergosorbent test
E) Blood test

Question 19

Which condition is a compression of the medial nerve, causing wrist pain and numbness?

A) Paget's disease
B) Scoliosis
C) Bursitis
D) Carpal tunnel syndrome
E) Osteomyelitis

Question 20

The treatment for osteomyelitis is ____.

A) calcium supplements and exercise
B) anti-inflammatory medication and relocation
C) antibiotics, analgesics, and surgery
D) muscle relaxants and application of cold
E) back brace and surgery

Question 21

A(n) ________ is performed by placing a linen or paper patch on uninvolved skin and then using a dropper to soak the patch with the suspected allergen.

Question 22

Which neurological disease causes weakness or paralysis on one side of the face?

A) Parkinson's disease
B) Meningitis
C) Bell's palsy
D) Encephalitis
E) Neuritis

Question 23

Which of the following is an inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord caused by a bacterial or viral infection?

A) Epilepsy
B) Multiple sclerosis
C) Meningitis
D) Herpes zoster
E) Sciatica

Question 24

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include ____.

A) excessive thirst, hunger, excessive urination, and fatigue
B) anxiety, irritability, elevated heart rate and blood pressure, and weight loss
C) muscle weakness and easily bruised skin with purple streaks
D) a rounded face and a fatty hump between the shoulders
E) low blood pressure, fatigue, dry skin and hair, and facial puffiness

Question 25

Mr. Thompson is a cardiology patient who says he has had episodes of his heart "racing" unexpectedly, even when he is sitting down and even a few times while he was sleeping. The cardiologist has performed a stress test and found no abnormalities. Which of the following tests would you expect the cardiologist to order next?

A) Chest X-ray
B) Holter monitor
C) Cardiac catheterization
D) Angiography
E) CABG

Question 26

Which of the following is the recommended treatment for stomatitis?

A) Surgery to repair the muscle
B) Bland diet, avoidance of stress, medicated mouth rinses, and topical analgesics
C) Stool-softener medication, enemas, and high fiber diet
D) Lithotripsy and antibiotics to prevent secondary infection
E) Fluid replacement and stool softeners

Question 27

Becky was rushed to the emergency room of the local hospital and was treated for anaphylactic shock after being stung by a bee. She had no previous history of allergic reactions. After performing emergency measures, including injection of epinephrine, the ER physician referred Becky to a specialist for follow-up care and treatment. To which specialist would the ER physician send Becky?

A) Cardiologist
B) Dermatologist
C) Allergist
D) Endocrinologist
E) Neurologist

Question 28

Which gastrointestinal disease is an inflammation of the gallbladder caused by intolerance of fatty foods?

A) Colitis
B) Cholecystitis
C) Gastritis
D) Cholelithiasis
E) Diverticulitis

Question 29

A procedure in which a flexible fiber-optic tube is passed through the patient's mouth to the stomach is called a ____.

A) colonoscopy
B) duodenoscopy
C) gastroscopy
D) proctoscopy
E) fluoroscopy

Question 30

Which cancer shows no symptoms early in the disease process but causes difficulty in swallowing and regurgitation of food in the late stage?

A) Colorectal cancer
B) Liver cancer
C) Oral cancer
D) Thyroid cancer
E) Esophageal cancer

Question 31

Which neurological diagnostic test records the electrical activity of the brain on a strip of graph paper?

A) Computed tomography
B) Electroencephalography
C) Cerebral angiography
D) Myelography
E) Brain scan

Question 32

A common neurological disorder caused by the misfiring of nerve groups in the brain that results in seizures is ____.

A) epilepsy
B) Parkinson's disease
C) multiple sclerosis
D) neuritis
E) encephalitis

Question 33

Which diagnostic test produces a three-dimensional, cross-sectional view of the brain with or without a contrast medium?

A) Electromyography
B) Electroencephalography
C) Computed tomography
D) Cerebral angiography
E) Magnetic resonance imaging

Question 34

Which diagnostic test calls for rectal administration of barium during the x-ray?

A) Lower GI series
B) Gastric lavage
C) Upper GI series
D) Sigmoidoscopy
E) Gamma scan

Question 35

Mrs. Gorman has brought her 3-year-old son Billy to the pediatrician's office because he does not seem to be growing or developing as fast as his playmates in the daycare center. The pediatrician performs basic measurements and agrees that Billy seems undersize for his age. To which of the following specialists is the pediatrician most likely to refer Billy?

A) Endocrinologist
B) Orthopedist
C) Neurologist
D) Cardiologist
E) Dermatologist

Question 36

A condition in which an organ pushes through a muscle or wall containing it is a(n) ____.

A) anal fissure
B) wart
C) hernia
D) hemorrhoid
E) mole

Question 37

Which gastrointestinal disease involves gastric acid rising from the stomach into the esophagus?

A) Stomatitis
B) Diverticulitis
C) Colitis
D) Cholelithiasis
E) Gastroesophageal reflux

Question 38

In which cancer does the patient experience jaundice?

A) Liver cancer
B) Endometrial cancer
C) Urinary cancer
D) Breast cancer
E) Non-Hodgkin lymphoma

Question 39

Which of the following is not a common treatment for atherosclerosis?

A) Medication
B) Lifestyle changes
C) Diet management
D) Stress management
E) Surgery

Question 40

Which of the following would you include in instructions to prepare a patient for a colonoscopy?

A) The back of the throat is sprayed with a local anesthetic to inhibit the gag reflex
B) Explain that the colon must be cleansed before the procedure and to expect diarrhea and mild cramping
C) Take a series of tablets containing a contrast agent the night before the test, followed by a high-fat substance
D) A liquid solution of barium is taken during the procedure after having nothing to eat or drink after midnight
E) Instruct the patient not to eat meats or vegetables for 1 to 3 days before the test

Question 41

A(n) ________ is performed to enable the orthopedist to see inside a joint.

Question 42

A balloon ________ involves passing a slender, hollow tube through the artery at the site of blockage and inflating a balloon to compress the blockage and widen the artery.

Question 43

During a(n) _______, the cardiologist can take blood samples for analysis, measure the pressure in the heart's chambers, and view the heart's motions with the aid of fluoroscopy.

Question 44

The surgery that involves bypassing the blockage in a coronary artery with a vessel taken from another area is a coronary artery _______.

Question 45

An examination of the lower rectum and anal canal that is performed to detect hemorrhoids, polyps, fissures, fistulas, and abscesses is called a(n) ________.

Question 46

The general term for any procedure in which a scope is used to visually inspect a canal or body cavity ________.

Question 47

The ________ test is performed by introducing dilute solutions of allergens into the skin of the inner forearm or upper back with a fine-gauge needle.

Question 48

Often called a PET scan, a(n) ________ tomography test shows blood flow and metabolic activity in the brain to help physicians identify certain neurological and central nervous system disorders.

Question 49

Needle electrodes are inserted into skeletal muscles to record nerve impulses and measure conduction time when a(n) ________ is performed to detect neuromuscular disorders or nerve damage.

Question 50

Performing a gallbladder function test called ________ enables the physician to determine whether the bile duct is obstructed or gallstones are present.

Question 51

A(n) ________ is performed to provide direct visualization of the large intestine, enabling the gastroenterologist to determine the cause of diarrhea, constipation, bleeding, or lower abdominal pain.

Question 52

A general term for a disease of the brain that alters brain function or structure is ________.

Question 53

Following a balloon angioplasty to open a partially blocked coronary artery, a metal mesh tube known as a(n) ________ may be placed in the artery in order to keep it open.

Question 54

A magnetic ________ imaging test uses a powerful magnetic field to produce an image of internal body structures.

Question 55

Often called a CT scan, a(n) ________ is a radiographic examination that produces a three-dimensional, cross-sectional view of the brain.

Question 56

The test that measures a patient's cardiovascular response to a workload is a(n) ________ test.

Question 57

A(n) ________ projects sound waves of an extremely high frequency through the chest wall into the heart and records the echoes to diagnose conditions such as structural defects and fluid accumulation.

Question 58

A break in a bone is called a(n) ________.

Question 59

An x-ray examination of a blood vessel after the injection of a contrast medium to evaluate the function and structure of one or more arteries is a(n) _______.

Question 60

The test that records the electrical activity of the brain on a strip of graph paper is called a(n) ________.

Question 61

The general term for procedures in which a scope is inserted by way of the mouth to examine digestive organs is ________ endoscopy.

Question 62

An x-ray visualization of the spinal cord after the injection of a radioactive contrast medium or air into the spinal subarachnoid space is ________.

Question 63

In a(n) ________, extracts of suspected allergens are applied to the patient's skin, usually on the arms or back, to test for specific allergies.

Question 64

A(n) ________ is performed to visualize the S-shaped segment between the descending colon and the rectum.

Question 65

The medical specialist who diagnoses and treats inappropriate immune system responses to normally harmless substances is a(n) ________.

Question 66

A medical specialist who treats diseases and disorders of the thyroid and other glands is a(n) ________.

Question 67

The medical specialty that focuses on disorders, injuries, and diseases of the muscular and skeletal systems is ________.

Question 68

A tumor in which cells grow uncontrollably, invading and actively destroying the tissue around them, is considered ________.

Question 69

This man is being tested using a(n) ________, which is used to assess heart function during normal activity.

Question 70

The physician inspects the patient's skin under an ultraviolet lamp in a darkened room during a(n) ________ examination.

Question 71

When cells become malignant, the process is called ________.

Question 72

A tumor that contains abnormal cells that do not invade and actively destroy surrounding tissue is said to be ________, or noncancerous.

Question 73

The patient in the figure has been tested for allergies using a(n) ________ test.

Question 74

The most severe type of allergic reaction is ________.

Question 75

The dermatologist examines the visible top layer of the entire surface of the skin using a magnifying lens and a bright light to look for lesions during a(n) ________ skin examination.