CPMS Medical Terminology and Anatomy Questions and Answers

Question 1

A physician dictates, 'The patient reports sharp, stabbing pain in the RUQ, exacerbated by fatty meals.' As a medical scribe, you know the anatomical landmark RUQ refers to which area?

Accepted Answer

Right Upper Quadrant

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Left Upper Quadrant

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Right Lower Quadrant

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Left Lower Quadrant

Question 2

The suffix '-ectomy' in the term 'appendectomy' signifies which of the following actions?

Accepted Answer

Surgical removal

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Visual examination

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Surgical repair

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Creation of a new opening

Question 3

A patient is positioned lying on their back, facing upwards for a physical examination. Which of the following terms accurately describes this body position?

Accepted Answer

Supine

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Prone

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Lateral

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Fowler's

Question 4

Which of the following medical terms refers to the inflammation of a joint?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis

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Myalgia

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Neuritis

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Hepatitis

Question 5

A provider notes that a patient's wound is healing well and is located on the 'anterior forearm, just proximal to the wrist.' Where is the wound located?

Accepted Answer

On the front of the forearm, closer to the elbow.

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On the back of the forearm, closer to the hand.

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On the back of the forearm, closer to the elbow.

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On the front of the forearm, closer to the hand.

Question 6

A patient with a history of hypertension (HTN) and diabetes mellitus (DM) presents with 'dyspnea'. What is the patient experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty breathing

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Difficulty swallowing

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Painful urination

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Difficulty speaking