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The term "primary care physicians" refers to ____.


A) physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the kidneys
B) a group of physicians who share all aspects of a patient's care
C) physicians who study the changes a disease produces in the body
D) physicians who oversee patients' long-term healthcare
E) physicians who specialize in emergency care

F) All of the above
G) A) and B)

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The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. It is often combined with ________. A practice that specializes in both is referred to as OB/GYN.

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The minimum education level for a nurse practitioner is ____.


A) associate degree (AD)
B) baccalaureate degree (BSN)
C) master's degree (MS)
D) medical degree (MD)
E) doctor of philosophy degree (PhD)

F) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

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Lynda has been losing weight and just doesn't look well. You ask her if she is ill, and she confides that she has an ongoing problem with diarrhea and abdominal cramping. Her family practitioner found no major problems and told her to try over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medicine. She is thinking about seeing a specialist, but she is not sure which type of specialist she needs. Which of the following healthcare professionals would you recommend?


A) Gynecologist
B) Gerontologist
C) Osteopathic physician
D) Gastroenterologist
E) Bariatric specialist

F) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

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Physicians who treat patients of all ages with all types of illnesses are called ________ practitioners, general practitioners, or primary care physicians.

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A disorder related to the functioning of the stomach and intestines is treated by a(n) ____.


A) gerontologist
B) allergist
C) gastroenterologist
D) cardiologist
E) neurologist

F) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

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A medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with conditions resulting from an unexpected medical crisis or accident is ____.


A) internal medicine
B) emergency medicine
C) family practice
D) gerontology
E) neurology

F) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

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Duties of the physician assistant include ____.


A) taking a patient's medical history, performing physical examinations, and performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
B) preparing patients for examination, sterilizing equipment, and performing clerical work
C) maintaining supplies, instruments, and chemicals for the anatomic pathology laboratory
D) administering medications, changing wound dressings, and applying compresses
E) making beds, bathing patients, serving meals, and taking a patient's vital signs

F) C) and D)
G) B) and D)

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Using a radio communication network, a(n) ________ medical technician works under the direction of a physician and is trained to triage patients and initiate appropriate treatment.

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A medical assistant who assists in a dialysis unit probably works with which of the following types of physicians?


A) Anesthesiologist
B) Nephrologist
C) Neurologist
D) Cardiologist
E) Allergist

F) None of the above
G) C) and D)

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Dori recently completed a course in medical transcription. She currently has an office job as a clinical medical assistant, but she has discovered that she is pregnant, and she wants to work at home after the baby arrives. She has been told that she can work for herself from her home, but she does not know much about self-employment. Which of the following organizations can help Dori?


A) American College of Physicians
B) American Medical Billing Association
C) American Hospital Association
D) American Health Information Management Association
E) Association of Healthcare Documentation Integrity

F) A) and E)
G) None of the above

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If you work for a family practice physician or group of physicians, you may be responsible for arranging patient appointments with ________.

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Disorders such as stuttering and hearing impairment are diagnosed and treated by a(n) ____.


A) speech/language pathologist
B) occupational therapist
C) ophthalmic assistant
D) physical therapy assistant
E) massage therapist

F) None of the above
G) A) and D)

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Cara is a medical assistant who is interested in pursuing a career in medical coding. She tells you that she is a member of AAMA, but she would like to find a professional organization that is more closely aligned with her career goals. Which professional organization would you recommend to Cara?


A) American Medical Billing Association
B) Association of Healthcare Documentation Integrity
C) American Health Information Management Association
D) American Medical Technologists
E) American Association of Professional Coders

F) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

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Radiology is the branch of medical science that ____.


A) diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the muscles and bones
B) uses X-rays and radioactive substances to diagnose and treat disease
C) provides the scientific foundation for all medical practice
D) studies and records the electrical activity of the brain
E) diagnoses and corrects deformities and treats external or internal injuries

F) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

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Which of the following specialists reads electrocardiograms (ECGs) for hospital laboratories?


A) Cardiologist
B) Gastroenterologist
C) Anesthetist
D) Phlebotomist
E) Pathologist

F) C) and D)
G) C) and E)

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Medical assistants are an integral part of the healthcare delivery ________ and therefore must have a working knowledge of the different specialties and allied health professionals.

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An example of a disorder treated by an endocrinologist is ____.


A) hyperthyroidism
B) stroke
C) cleft lip
D) heart disease
E) hypertension

F) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

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A physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails is a(n) ____.


A) orthopedist
B) neurologist
C) gastroenterologist
D) dermatologist
E) endocrinologist

F) D) and E)
G) B) and E)

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A certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) is a registered nurse who ____.


A) has practiced for 10 years in a hospital setting
B) has a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree
C) has completed an additional program recognized by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
D) has the ability to diagnose and treat independently of a physician
E) has been certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners

F) B) and D)
G) C) and E)

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