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Non-verbal communication is less important than verbal communication when working with patients.

A
True
B
False
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Mariah loves solving problems and using imaging systems. Which field of health care is MOST likely to appeal to her?

A
biotechnology
B
diagnostic services
C
support services
D
therapeutic services
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Dr. Reneau, an epidemiologist, is scheduled to give a presentation on her latest research to the staff at County Hospital. What topic is Dr. Reneau’s presentation MOST likely to discuss?

A
creating prototype bionic limbs
B
studying new formulas for measuring vital signs
C
exploring new uses for stem cells
D
identifying new, emerging diseases
4

A pluripotent cell can develop into any type of cell.

A
True
B
False
5

Sonia works as a medical assistant. She recently started a new job, and it turns out that one of her new coworkers knows a former patient of Sonia’s. The coworker asks Sonia, “I heard that he had to come into the office several times to get medicine for some kind of disease. What was wrong with him?” What is the MOST professional way for Sonia to respond?

A
“Oh, he had a respiratory infection. It was bad."
B
“I’ll call you tonight after work and give you the details.”
C
“I cannot tell you that because it’s confidential information.”
D
“I don’t really remember, but I can call my old office and see what I can find out.”
6

Kareem, a lab tech, is analyzing Victor’s last 20 blood glucose readings and notices that the first several readings are around 216, but the last eight have been trending mostly around 180. Kareem looks at the provider notes and sees that the doctor gave Victor a goal of getting his blood glucose under 120. What analysis is Kareem MOST likely to make after viewing the test results?

A
Victor still has some lifestyle changes to make, but his blood sugar is moving in the right direction.
B
Victor needs to go to the emergency department because his blood sugar is dangerously high.
C
Victor is close enough to his doctor’s goal that he can stop taking preventative measures to lower his blood glucose.
D
Victor needs to make an appointment with his doctor to adjust his blood glucose goals.
7

Which statement is MOST ACCURATE about careers in healthcare fields?

A
All job seekers need at least a four-year degree from a university.
B
Healthcare jobs require a certification in a STEM topic.
C
Every job available calls for workers to spend face-to-face time with patients.
D
There will be an increasing number of job opportunities in the future.
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Dr. Mbadu is looking for the most recent lab results for a patient, Jaden. In which section of Jaden's electronic health record will Dr. Mbadu MOST likely find this information?

A
Diagnostic Tests
B
History and Physical
C
Patient Demographics
D
Treatment Plans
9

Ashanti is entering information into the Patient Demographics section of an EHR. What is MOST appropriate to include in this section?

A
a list of the patient’s past surgeries
B
the results from the patient’s last blood test
C
the address where the patient currently lives
D
a description of supplements the patient is taking
10

What does HIPAA stand for?

A
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
B
Health Information Privacy and Accountability Act
C
Health Insurance Privacy and Affordability Act
D
Health Information Procurement and Affordability Act
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Samir is getting frustrated with all the questions the medial assistant is asking him during his appointment. When Samir asks them why they are asking so many questions about his health, what is the MOST professional way for the medical assistant to respond?

A
“I have to ask each patient at least 10 questions for my performance evaluation.”
B
“I am collecting data and information so we can give you the best care.”
C
“Some patients do not tell the truth, so I ask a lot of questions to trick them into speaking honestly.”
D
“The doctor is too busy to spend much time with you, so I am responsible for getting all the information recorded.”
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What is the BEST example of quantitative data?

A
The patient states that they fell on their right wrist.
B
The patient's heart rate is 88 beats per minute.
C
The patient says, “This medicine upsets my stomach.”
D
The patient mentioned that they eat fast food a few times per week.
13

Zoonotic diseases are those that people catch from sneezing in public spaces.

A
True
B
False
14

Adrian is a hospital nurse with four patients assigned to his caseload during this shift. If he needs to be aware of his patient’s vital signs throughout the shift, what is the BEST method for Arian to use?

A
in-room monitors
B
the patient’s fitness trackers
C
medical alert devices
D
a smartphone app
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Damian, an X-ray technician, welcomes his patient to the x-ray room by saying, “Hi, I'm Damian. I'm the X-ray tech who will be taking a picture of your arm today. It will be quick, and the doctor will talk to you after. Do you have any questions for me before we get started?” Which part of Damian's introduction MOST likely fills the “check for understanding” part of a professional introduction?

A
“Hi, I’m Damian.”
B
“I'm the x-ray tech…”
C
“…who will be taking a picture of your arm.”
D
“Do you have any questions for me?”
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What is a MAIN reason why a doctor would order a urine output test for a hospitalized patient?

A
to check if the patient has alcohol poisoning
B
to see if the patient is dehydrated
C
to find out if the patient has a healthy body weight
D
to assess how much iron is in the patient’s diet
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Which patient would MOST likely benefit from wearing a continuous glucose monitor?

A
Hayden is on twice-a-day dialysis for chronic kidney failure.
B
Tatiana has low iron levels and missed her last scheduled iron infusion.
C
Karla has been hospitalized for dehydration and needs labs every four hours.
D
Xavier has diabetes and lives far away from his medical clinic.
18

Amit asks a patient, “Have there been any changes to your health since your last visit?” What is the MOST appropriate section in the EHR for Amit to record the patient’s response?

A
Patient Demographics
B
Progress Notes
C
Treatment Plan
D
Diagnostic Tests
19

Fereshta enjoys conducting research and thinking about new medical devices to improve patients' lives. What healthcare field would MOST interest her?

A
biotechnology
B
diagnostic services
C
informatics
D
support services
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Armani wants to be a reimbursement specialist, someone who works in a healthcare organization's billing and informatics office. What type of skillset would MOST likely help Armani be successful in an informatics role?

A
ability to clean facilities and laboratories to a high standard
B
being detail-oriented and organized
C
desire to work directly with patients
D
love of science and cutting-edge technology

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