Medical Assisting Pre-Test Questions
Course Introduction
Medical Assisting is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a career in healthcare support roles. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including medical terminology, clinical procedures, patient care, administrative tasks, medical office management, and basic laboratory techniques. Emphasis is placed on developing effective communication, organizational, and technical abilities necessary for working in various healthcare settings such as clinics, hospitals, and physicians offices. Students will also learn about patient confidentiality, legal and ethical issues in healthcare, and infection control practices, preparing them for both certification exams and immediate employment in the medical assisting field.
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Medical Terminology for Health Professions 7th Edition by Ann Ehrlich\Simplified Syllabus Course
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Medical Terminology
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Q1) The medical term ____________________ means pain in the stomach. Answer: gastralgia
Q2) acute
A)evidence of a disease such as pain
B)objective evidence of disease
C)signs and symptoms that occur together
D)sudden onset of a disease
E)temporary disappearance of symptoms
Answer: D
Q3) The term ____________________ means pertaining to birth.
Answer: natal
Q4) A/An ____________________ is the surgical creation of an artificial opening between the colon and the body surface.
Answer: colostomy
Q5) The blue discoloration of the skin caused by a lack of adequate oxygen in the blood is known as ____________________.
Answer: cyanosis
Q6) The ____________________ are the bones of the fingers and toes.
Answer: phalanges
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Chapter 2: The Human Body in Health and Disease
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Q1) The ____________________ is the pit that marks where the umbilical cord was attached before birth.
Answer: umbilicus
Q2) A/An ____________________ plane divides the entire body into upper and lower portions.
Answer: transverse
Q3) -ology
A)back
B)control
C)disease,suffering,emotion
D)formation
E)study of
Answer: E
Q4) The term ____________________ means located behind the peritoneum.
Answer: retroperitoneal
Q5) Commonly known as PKU,____________________ is a genetic disorder in which an essential digestive enzyme is missing.
Answer: phenylketonuria
Q6) The study of the functions of body structures is known as
Answer: physiology
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Chapter 3: The Skeletal System
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Q1) arthrodesis
A)abnormal softening of bones
B)inflammation of the bone
C)marked loss of bone density
D)surgical fusion to stiffen a joint
E)surgical loosening of a stiff joint
Answer: D
Q2) An inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the sternum is known as ____________________.
Answer: costochondritis
Q3) osteoporosis
A)abnormal softening of bones
B)inflammation of the bone
C)marked loss of bone density
D)surgical fusion to stiffen a joint
E)surgical loosening of a stiff joint
Answer: C
Q4) A/An ____________________ is a slow-growing benign tumor derived from cartilage cells.
Answer: chondroma
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Chapter 4: The Muscular System
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Q1) A/An ____________________ develops when normally elastic connective tissues are replaced with nonelastic fibrous tissues.
Q2) The medical term ____________________ syndrome is a debilitating chronic condition characterized by diffuse and or specific muscle,joint,or bone pain.
Q3) The medical term ____________________ means abnormally decreased motor function or activity.
Q4) fibr/o-
A)bad
B)fascia
C)fibrous connective tissue
D)hernia
E)two
Q5) The sudden,involuntary jerking of a muscle or group of muscles is known as ____________________.
Q6) ____________________ ____________________ causes muscle weakness without affecting the nervous system.
Q7) The study of human factors that affect the design and operation of tools is known as ____________________.
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Chapter 5: The Cardiovascular System
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Q1) erythrocytes
A)abnormally low number of white blood cells
B)malignancy affecting leukocytes
C)mature red blood cells
D)pigment that transports oxygen
E)white blood cells
Q2) Chronic ____________________ ____________________is a condition in which venous circulation is inadequate due to partial vein blockage or leakage of venous valves.
Q3) coron/o-
A)blood
B)blood condition
C)crown,coronary
D)heart
E)vein
Q4) A/An ____________________ is a medication administered to rid the body of excess sodium and water.
Q5) The medical term meaning inflammation of a vein is ____________________.
Q6) The term _________________________ means any blood disorder in which there are not enough platelets.
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Chapter 6: The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
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Q1) A/An ______________________________ reaction involves binding antigens to antibodies.
Q2) Ductal carcinoma ____________________ ____________________ is breast cancer at its earliest stage before the cancer has broken through the wall of the milk duct.
Q3) lymphocytes
A)bind with specific antigens in the antigen-antibody response
B)fight viruses by slowing or stopping their multiplication
C)signal between immune system cells in the antigen-antibody response
D)white blood cells that surround and kill invading cells
E)white blood cells specialized to attack specific antigens
Q4) An abnormal enlargement of the spleen is known as ____________________.
Q5) The bacteria that form irregular groups or clusters are known as ____________________.
Q6) ____________________ ____________________ carcinoma is breast cancer that starts in the milk duct,breaks through the wall of that duct,and invades the surrounding fatty breast tissue.
Q7) A/An ____________________ infection is a pathogen that normally does not cause disease unless the host is weakened by another condition.
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Chapter 7: The Respiratory System
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Q1) laryng/o
A)bronchus
B)blue
C)larynx
D)oxygen
E)pharynx
Q2) bronch/o
A)bronchus
B)blue
C)larynx
D)oxygen
E)pharynx
Q3) pleurisy
A) also known as a sore throat
B) inflammation of the pleura
C) pain in the pleura
D) surgical repair of the pharynx
E) surgical removal of the pleura
Q4) A/An ____________________ is a contraction of the smooth muscle in the walls of the bronchi that tighten and squeeze the airway shut.
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Chapter 8: The Digestive System
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Q1) ____________________ is a progressive degenerative disease of the liver that is often caused by excessive alcohol use.
Q2) -emesis
A)anus
B)bile,gall
C)colon
D)gallbladder
E)vomiting
Q3) bulimia nervosa
A)eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight
B)eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating
C)excessive body fat
D)medical specialty concerned with preventing obesity
E)physical wasting away due to diseases such as AIDS
Q4) A/An _________________________ is the removal of the pylorus of the stomach and the establishment of an anastomosis between the upper portion of the stomach and the duodenum.
Q5) A/An ____________________ is a surgical connection between two hollow or tubular structures.
Q6) The condition known as ____________________ is the lack of adequate saliva.
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Chapter 9: The Urinary System
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Q1) hyperproteinuria
A)abnormally high concentrations of protein in the urine
B)abnormally low concentrations of protein in the blood
C)increased output of urine
D)involuntary discharge of urine
E)swelling of one or both kidneys
Q2) nephrolith
A)distention of a kidney
B)freeing a kidney from adhesions
C)kidney stone
D)prolapse of a kidney
E)pus from the kidney
Q3) nephrolysis
A)distention of a kidney
B)freeing a kidney from adhesions
C)kidney stone
D)prolapse of a kidney
E)pus from the kidney
Q4) The urinary problem caused by interference with the normal nerve pathways associated with urination is known as ____________________ bladder.
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Chapter 10: The Nervous System
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Q1) Regional anesthesia produced by injecting a local anesthetic into the epidural space of the spine is known as ____________________ ____________________.
Q2) A/An ____________________ disorder is a condition in which individuals act as if they have a physical or mental illness when they are not really sick.
Q3) hyperesthesia
A)abnormally increased cerebrospinal fluid within the brain
B)deep state of unconsciousness
C)excessive sensitivity to stimuli
D)fear of having a serious illness despite medical reassurance
E)violent jarring of the brain
Q4) The term ____________________ describes the chemical substances that make it possible for messages to cross from the synapse of a neuron to the target receptor.
Q5) ______________________________ is the use of ultrasound imaging to diagnose a shift in the midline structures of the brain.
Q6) The medical term ____________________ describes a sleep disorder consisting of recurring episodes of falling asleep during the day.
Q7) The medical term ____________________ means inflammation of the brain.
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Chapter 11: Special Senses: the Eyes and Ears
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Q1) opt/o
A)eyes,vision
B)eardrum
C)hard,white of eye
D)retina
E)turn
Q2) Ear discomfort caused by changes in air pressure is known as ____________________.
Q3) astigmatism
A)accessory structures of an organ
B)any error of refraction
C)condition in which the pupils are unequal in size
D)dimness of vision
E)lack of focus due to uneven curvatures of the cornea
Q4) ____________________ is the drying of the surfaces of the eye including the conjunctiva.
Q5) The procedure known as ____________________ is the use of a laser to reattach a retinal detachment.
Q6) An inflammation of the sclera is known as ____________________.
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Q7) The condition of ____________________ is also known as night blindness.
Chapter 12: The Integumentary System
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Q1) xer/o
A)dry
B)lice
C)rash
D)sebum
E)wrinkle
Q2) The inherited deficiency or absence of pigment in the skin,hair,and irises of the eyes is known as ____________________.
Q3) pediculosis
A)an infestation with lice
B)itching
C)pinpoint hemorrhages smaller than 2 millimeters
D)producing or containing pus
E)skinfold infection around a nail
Q4) The medical term ____________________,also known as hives,is caused by an allergic reaction.
Q5) ____________________ is a form of dermatitis that is usually associated with severe itching,redness,blistering,and oozing.
Q6) The medical term ____________________ is commonly known as baldness.
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Chapter 13: The Endocrine System
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Q1) pituitar/o
A)body
B)many
C)pituitary
D)thymus,soul
E)thyroid
Q2) ____________________ disease is an autoimmune disorder that is a form of hyperthyroidism characterized by goiter,exophthalmos,or both.
Q3) The hormone ____________________ is secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth.
Q4) An abnormality of electrolyte balance caused by excessive secretion of aldosterone is known as ____________________.
Q5) polydipsia
A)also known as blood sugar
B)excessive hunger
C)excessive thirst
D)excessive urination
E)the form in which the liver stores the excess glucose
Q6) An inflammation of the thymus gland is known as ____________________.
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Chapter 14: The Reproductive Systems
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Q1) endocervicitis
A)fertilized egg developing outside of the uterus
B)inflammation of the cervix lining
C)endometrial tissue attached to pelvic cavity structures
D)inflammation of the epididymis
E)surgical incision to prevent the tearing of tissues during childbirth
Q2) ectopic pregnancy
A)fertilized egg developing outside of the uterus
B)inflammation of the cervix lining
C)endometrial tissue attached to pelvic cavity structures
D)inflammation of the epididymis
E)surgical incision to prevent the tearing of tissues during childbirth
Q3) episiotomy
A)fertilized egg developing outside of the uterus
B)inflammation of the cervix lining
C)endometrial tissue attached to pelvic cavity structures
D)inflammation of the epididymis
E)surgical incision to prevent the tearing of tissues during childbirth
Q4) ____________________ ____________________
____________________ is the presence of a single cyst or multiple cysts,usually benign,in the breasts.
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Chapter 15: Diagnostic Procedures and Pharmacology
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Q1) The medical term ____________________,also known as wheezing,is a sound heard during exhalation.
Q2) A/An ____________________ is a substance that contains no active ingredients but is given for its suggestive effects.
Q3) A/An ____________________ is the fiber-optic instrument used for endoscopy and is named for the body parts involved in the examination.
Q4) radiopaque
A)any position in which the patient is lying down
B)patient lying facedown on the belly
C)patient lying on back with the feet and legs supported in stirrups
D)substance that allows x-rays to pass through
E)substance that does not allow x-rays to pass through
Q5) The term ____________________ describes the patient's consistency and accuracy in following the regimen prescribed by a physician or other health care professional.
Q6) The medical term ____________________ means the flow of blood through an organ.
Q7) ____________________ echocardiography,which is performed from inside the esophagus,is an ultrasonic imaging technique used to evaluate heart structures.
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Chapter 16: Word Parts
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Q1) Which imaging system combines tomography with radionuclide tracers?
A) fluoroscopy
B) magnetic resonance imaging
C) positron emission tomography
D) ultrasonography
Q2) Which condition is commonly known as a clubfoot?
A) hallux valgus
B) lordosis
C) talipes
D) scoliosis
Q3) Which condition is commonly known as hiccups?
A) intermittent claudication
B) spina bifida
C) singultus
D) syncope
Q4) ____ is abnormal redness of the entire skin surface.
A) erythema
B) erythroderma
C) exfoliative dermatitis
D) lipedema
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Chapter 17: Abbreviations
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Q1) Which term means the absence of oxygen from inspired gases,arterial blood,or tissues?
A) anorexia
B) anoxia
C) asphyxiation
D) hypercapnia
Q2) Which condition is an inflammation of the tissue surrounding bone?
A) perichondritis
B) periodontitis
C) periostitis
D) peritonitis
Q3) Which condition is a malignant tumor derived from muscle tissue?
A) myeloma
B) myelosis
C) myoma
D) myosarcoma
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