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Prior to sigmoidoscopy, patients should be told to....
Take a laxative the day before or use an enema
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When is it recommended that females perform breast self-examination?
after menstrual cycle
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On a child, length is measure to approximately what age?
1 year
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What goes on a rectal tray setup?
Anal scope, rectal speculum, Hemacult Sensa test and developer, lubricating jelly, gloves, swab, moist towelette, and culturette.
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What is a Class IV pap smear result?
Severe dysplasis
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Why is a bi-manual pelvic exam performed after a Pap smear is collected
so lubricant doesn't interfere with the Pap smear
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the medical assistant should do what when assisting with a gynecological examination and Pap test?
Assist patient into dorsal lithotomy
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The American Cancer Society recommends that woman over 40 should have a breast exam performed by a physician when?
Every year. Anually
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Where is the most common site for administering an intramuscular injection to a child under the age of three?
vastus lateralis muscle (thigh)
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What position should the patient be placed for a proctosigmoidoscopy?
Sim's
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What describes a Class II Pap smear result?
Atypical
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What is used to cleanse the colon prior to a sigmoidoscopy?
Enema
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When documenting a child's immunization, what are a few things that would be necessary to document?
date, manufacturer, lot #, expiration date, site and route of administration
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What are the routine instructions for a patient prior to a sigmoidoscopy?
- Drink plenty of fluids and eat lightly the day before. Avoid raw vegetables and fruits, dairy, and grains a few days prior.
- enema 2 hours prior
- use a laxative the day before.
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T or F. Infant chest circumference is routinely measured, except when respiratory or cardiac abnormalities are suspected.
False
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T or F. Growth charts are usually a part of a child's medical file and updated with weight and height on each visit.
true
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T or F. You do not have to be sexually active to be susceptible to sexually transmitted diseases.
true
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T or F. You do not have to be sexually active to be susceptible to sexually transmitted diseases.
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T or F. Head circumference is measured during the first five years of life
False.
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T or F. Breast examinations should be performed at the same time each month, preferably 7-10 days after menses.
True
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T or F. During the infant development stage the height increases by 50% and birth weight triples.
True.
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T or F. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends taking the child for the first dentist visit at the age of 1yr.
False.
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T or F. Human growth and development begins at conception and continue throughout our lives.
False.
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T or F. The pre-adolescent stage are between childhood and adolescence
True
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T or F. pacifiers and thumb sucking should be stopped as early as possible, at least by six years of age.
True
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T or F. During preschool development stage, the brain and skull reach adult size, and the suture lines and anterior fontanels close
True
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At what age do preschoolers like to brag about themselves?
Five
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What is the common cause of death in children?
Injuries or accidents
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When administrating ear drops to a child under the age of three, how is it done?
Pull the auricle down and back
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T or F. Length, weight, head and chest circumference is measured at each visit?
False
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When does a child develop 20/20 vision?
3 years old
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When do temper tantrums start?
18 months
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When should a MA put out stacking blocks for a child (what age)?
1 year
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What is a small parasitic bacterium that leads to destructive inflammation of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi?
Pneunomona
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T or F. The MA tries not to involve the parent in tramatic prodecures (i.e. shots).
True, so the parent can comfort the child afterwards
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How do you hold an infant when using the cradle hold?
Hold infant by the head and shoulders
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What is the average heart rate for a 5 year old?
70-110/min
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What is the average pulse for an infant?
130/min
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T or F. A child's first tooth appears at 12 months.
False. 6 months
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T or F. The preschool age is between the 3rd and 6th birthday.
True
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