General Practice Flashcards
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A patient's blood pressure reads 148/94 mmHg on two separate visits. According to JNC guidelines, this is classified as:
Answer: Stage 1 hypertension
A reading of 130-139/80-89 mmHg is Stage 1 hypertension; 140+/90+ mmHg is Stage 2 hypertension.
Which of the following is the correct order for donning (putting on) PPE?
Answer: Gown, mask, eye protection, gloves
CDC order for donning PPE is gown first, then mask/respirator, then eye protection, then gloves.
A medical assistant is preparing a 0.5 mL injection from a 2 mL vial. After withdrawing the medication, the next step is to:
Answer: Check the syringe for air bubbles
After withdrawing medication, the MA should check for and remove air bubbles before administration.
Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?
Answer: Thoracic cavity
The thoracic cavity is enclosed by the rib cage and contains the heart, lungs, esophagus, and trachea.
A patient reports taking warfarin. The medical assistant should notify the provider before scheduling which procedure?
Answer: Venipuncture
Warfarin is an anticoagulant that increases bleeding risk, making venipuncture a procedure the provider should be aware of.
Which prefix means 'below' or 'under'?
Answer: Sub-
Sub- means below or under (e.g., subcutaneous = under the skin).
When taking a patient's temperature orally, the thermometer should be placed:
Answer: Under the tongue in the sublingual pocket
The sublingual pocket under the tongue is richly vascularized and gives the most accurate oral temperature.