General Practice Flashcards
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Which of the following is an example of a Schedule II controlled substance?
Answer: Oxycodone
Oxycodone is a Schedule II controlled substance with high abuse potential and no refills permitted.
A patient is asked to provide a clean-catch midstream urine specimen. Which instruction is correct?
Answer: Clean the area, discard the first stream, then collect midstream
Clean-catch midstream collection requires cleaning the urethral area, discarding the initial stream, and collecting midstream to reduce contamination.
Which of the following is the correct site for an intramuscular injection in an adult?
Answer: Deltoid muscle of the upper arm
The deltoid muscle is a common IM injection site for adults for volumes up to 1 mL.
A medical assistant notices a coworker accessing a patient chart without a clinical reason. This is a violation of:
Answer: HIPAA Privacy Rule
HIPAA's Privacy Rule restricts access to PHI to those with a legitimate need-to-know (minimum necessary standard).
Which pulse site is most commonly used to assess a patient's pulse in routine clinical settings?
Answer: Radial
The radial pulse at the wrist is the standard site for routine pulse measurement in clinical settings.
When measuring peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), this test is used to monitor which condition?
Answer: Asthma
Peak flow meters measure how fast air can be exhaled and are used to monitor and manage asthma.
A patient presents with diaphoresis, pallor, and altered mental status. The medical assistant should first:
Answer: Check blood glucose level
These signs are classic for hypoglycemia; checking blood glucose guides the correct emergency response.