RMA General 1 Flashcards
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Which of the following is the correct order of the scientific method as applied in clinical practice?
Answer: Observation, Hypothesis, Experiment, Conclusion
The scientific method begins with observation of a phenomenon, followed by forming a hypothesis, conducting an experiment to test it, and then drawing a conclusion based on the results.
A patient's chart is considered which type of legal document?
Answer: Medical record
A patient's chart is a medical record, which is a legal document that can be used as evidence in court. It must be accurate, complete, and properly maintained.
Which vitamin is primarily responsible for blood clotting?
Answer: Vitamin K
Vitamin K is essential for the synthesis of clotting factors in the liver. A deficiency can lead to excessive bleeding and inability to form proper clots.
When converting pounds to kilograms, a medical assistant should divide the patient's weight in pounds by:
Answer: 2.2
One kilogram equals approximately 2.2 pounds. To convert a patient's weight from pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.2. This is a common calculation needed for medication dosing.
Which of the following best describes the term 'tachycardia'?
Answer: A heart rate above 100 beats per minute
Tachycardia refers to a resting heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute. The prefix 'tachy-' means fast, while 'cardia' refers to the heart.
A patient who is 'NPO' before a procedure must:
Answer: Abstain from eating and drinking anything
NPO stands for 'nil per os,' a Latin phrase meaning 'nothing by mouth.' Patients who are NPO must refrain from all food and drink (including water) for a specified period, typically before surgery or certain diagnostic tests.