FREE ASCP Technologist in Chemistry Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which group of functional groups is present in sugars all the time?

Accepted Answer

Hydroxyl qroups

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Amines and alcohols

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Ethers and amines

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Ethers and carboxylic acids

Question 2

Why is oxygen necessary for us?

Accepted Answer

To create ATP, our cells require oxygen.

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To produce glucose, our cells require oxygen.

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Hemoglobin is made by our cells using oxygen.

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For our cells to create 2, 3-BPG, oxygen is necessary.

Question 3

Which ion is necessary for maintaining pH balance among the following?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen

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Calcium

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None of these

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Potassium

Question 4

Which of these statements about a patient's likelihood of developing metabolic acidosis or alkalosis is often true if they are removing a lot of waste from their body?

Accepted Answer

Vomiting can induce metabolic alkalosis, whereas diarrhea can induce metabolic acidosis.

Answer

Diarrhea can result in metabolic alkalosis, while vomiting might generate metabolic acidosis.

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Vomiting can result in metabolic alkalosis, whereas excessive urination can result in metabolic acidosis.

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Vomiting can result in metabolic acidosis, while excessive urination can result in metabolic alkalosis.

Question 5

Which test result most closely matches the definition of metabolic alkalosis?

Accepted Answer

High pH, high PaCO2, high bicarbonate

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High pH, low PaCO2, high bicarbonate

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High PH, high PaCO2, low bicarbonate

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Low pH, high PaCO2, high bicarbonate

Question 6

If psychoactive substance Y is used, it has the potential to change one's mind. Y is typically a volatile chemical that has odd side effects, such as excitement, disorientation, hallucinations, and delusions. One typical illustration of Y is paint thinner. Determine Y.

Accepted Answer

An inhalant

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An opiate

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A narcotic

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A cannabis drug

Question 7

It has been recommended to Lacey by her doctor that she up her calcium intake. Which of these is a healthy food for her to eat?

Accepted Answer

Legumes and dark green vegetables

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Natural fats and fruits

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Meats and meals high in fiber

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processed proteins and carbohydrates

Question 8

What distinguishing feature sets cytochromes apart?

Accepted Answer

The groupings of chemicals bound to the heme group

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How many carbons are present in the porphyrin ring

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The capacity to move electrons around

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The quantity of hemes that the protein is linked to

Question 9

Which of the following is broken down into amino acids by hydrochloric acid and pepsin?

Accepted Answer

Proteins

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Soluble fiber

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Fatty acids

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None of these answers are correct

Question 10

Which class of analgesics is frequently available over-the-counter but has a higher risk of bleeding as a side effect?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDs

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Steroids

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Opioids

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COX-2 inhibitors