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AMCA PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE ONLINE
PRACTICE EXAM | 170 QUESTIONS AND
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you received a phone call from a very angry patient. She is upset that she has not received a call from the dr. how should you handle the call? -------CORRECT ANSWER- -------------remain calm and see if you can get the dr. to take the patients call when making entries into a patients medical record, all entries should be? ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------initialed by the person making the entry what suffix means inflammation -------CORRECT ANSWER---------------itis what is the abbreviation for the word diagnosis -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------Dx meaning of peri, hypo, endo, antero -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------peri- around hypo- below endo- inside antero- before the suffix gravida refers to what -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------pregnant the portion of the brain that coordinates skeletal muscle activity -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------cerebellum name the muscle that flexes the foot -------CORRECT ANSWER-------------- gastrocnemius
the prefix peri- means -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------around common fracture in children -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------greenstick what is most widely used filling system for medical practices - ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------alphabetical in appointment scheduled, what does the matrix indicate -------CORRECT ANSWER----- ---------days not available a chronological file used as a reminder is called? -------CORRECT ANSWER-------------- tickler patients who want to talk about abnormal test results should speak with which personnel -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------physician what term indicates a patient is lying horizontally with the face and trunk upward ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------supine what type of motion is a straightening of a joint, not bending -------CORRECT ANSWER- -------------extension what directional term is indicative of something that is farthest away from the center ----- --CORRECT ANSWER--------------distal
a common disease or disorder of the circulatory system is a heart attack or a- ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------myocardial infraction the central nervous system is made up of what two parts -------CORRECT ANSWER----- ---------brain and spinal cord which bones are small, rounded, found next to joints and are covered with cartilage or ligaments -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------sesamoid bones an osteoblast refers to what -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------bone builders this type of instruction is used to focus the patients attention on specifically desired action -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------demonstration when a transfer is required, it is important to keep the center of gravity _____________ the base of support -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------within in this position, the patient should have his shoulders parallel with the hips ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------supine when tuning a patient , where should the PTA portion themselves -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------to the side which they are turning to when transferring a patient, surfaces should be the same height for the safety of the pt. this item will assist the pt and the PTA in a safe transfer. -------CORRECT ANSWER----- ---------sliding bord
when using parallel bars, the patient always starts from a __________ position ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------sitting whenever the patient is to be moved unassisted from the bed to the wheelchair, the wheelchair should be positioned _______________ against the bed -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------vertically what modality is typically used as the first step in teaching the patient to ambulate ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------parallel bars this aliment, which affects a patients gait, is the result of osteoarthritis, generally called what gait -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------coxalgia gait seen in elderly pts caused by neurological involvement is what type of gait ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------hemiplegic gait usually accompanied by abnormal gait and continuous tumors is what kind of gait -- -----CORRECT ANSWER--------------parkinsons the goal of any therapeutic exercise program is to increase the strength, mobility and ____________ of the patient -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------Range of motion and endurance this type of exercise is to help maintain or improve the strength of a muscle without bringing about any joint motion -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------conditioning paraffin baths are frequently used to treat what disease -------CORRECT ANSWER------- -------rheumatoid arthritis, corpal tunnal
using this procedure it is possible to look at soft tissue rather than at bones or blood vessels -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------MRI explain cryotherapy -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------cold therapy name some things that is illegal to ask someone to put on a resume -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------religion, age, date of birth, race in this type of transfer the pt does not rise but moves their hips sideways from one surface to another, generally by taking the weight through the arms -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------sitting transfer what type of transfer is made toward the weaker side instead of the stronger side ------- CORRECT ANSWER--------------bed to wheelchair, bathtub transfer 6 C's of documentation -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------Client's words, clarity, completeness, conciseness, chronological order, and confidentiality Zones of comfort -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------Intimate space (18 inches or closer) Personal space (18 in. to 4 ft.) Social space (4 ft. to 12 ft.) Public space (12 ft. or more) Tort -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------a wrong committed against a person or the person's property
Liable -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------being held accountable under law Type of water used in autoclave -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------distilled water Negligence -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------unintentional wrong and must be proven Malpractice -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------Negligence by a professional person Intentional tort -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------acts meant to be harmful defamation -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------injuring a person's name and reputation by making false statements to a third person Libel -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------making false statements in print, writing, or through pictures Slander -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------making false statements orally invasion of privacy -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------violating a person's right not to have his or her private affairs exposed fraud -------CORRECT ANSWER--------------say or doing something to trick, fool, or deceive a person
When spoken words are used to defame someone, it is called Negligence Malpractice Libel Slander ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D The position in which the patient is lying flat on the back is known as: Sims' Supine Prone Fowler's ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B Information given by a patient to medical personnel that cannot be disclosed without consent constitutes: Judgement Duty of care Negligence Privileged Communication ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D HIPPA, stands for which of the following Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Health Insurance Privacy Assessment and Agreement Health Insurance Privacy and Agreements Health Insurance Practices and Agreeements ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Soap is an acronym that stands for: Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Plan Subjective, Opinion, Assessment, and Plan Scheduling, Objective, Assessment and Plan Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Prognosis ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- A
The patient complains that it hurts when they swallow. This type of complaint is considere: Subjective Plan Assessment Objective ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A You are beginning your externship in a large office that has three physical therapy aides. What is the best way to learn about your job responsibilities? Wait politely until someone has time to explain your duties Spend a lot time getting to know the patients Ask for a job description and clear directions for daily activities Perform only those tasks that you are directed to do ------CORRECT ANSWER------------ ---C The mental and emotional condition, enthusiasm, loyalty, or confidence of an individual or group with regard to function or tasks at hand is called: Tenacity Insubordination Morale Initiative ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C When a physical therapy aide is able to adapt to various situations, they are considered to be: Dependable Flexible Loyal Courteous ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B The principle reason for requesting feedback when communicating with patients is to determine whether they: Are mentally alert Have a vision problem Are cooperative Understand what is being said ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D
Ensuring that continuing education is offered to all employees Proper maintenance of the equipment designed for the patient's use Ensuring appropriate insurance forms are filed for payment ------CORRECT ANSWER--- ------------A Professional negligence is called: Malfunction Malice Malpractice Arbitration ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C Which of the following items is the most important for assistive personnel to keep in mind during their daily routine in medical settings? Consent Confidentiality Burglary Privilege granted to a physician ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B In which of the following situations is it permissible to release information from a patient's records? When an attorney requests it When the patient's employer requests it When a court requests it by means of a subpoena When the patient's best friend requests it ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C Under which of the following circumstances is it permissible to release information from a patient's records? When the insurance company signs a release When the patient signs a release When the physician calls to request it When the patient has signed a living will ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B What word pertains to any attack on a person's reputation? Defamation Negligence Ethics
Morals ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Failing to meet a specific standard of care could be described as: Malpractice Defamation Negligence Ethics ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C This must be obtained before any procedure or medication can be given to the patient HIPPA Form Implied Consent Form Informed Consent Form Insurance Form ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C Anything that poses a risk to the human body or a living organism is called: A biohazard A pathogen An occupational exposure Blood borne ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A OSHA standards require which of the following? Cleaning by cleaning staff only Cleaning only after procedures Cleaning only when needed A written schedule for cleaning ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D Treating all human blood as if it were infectious is known as: Asepsis Work practice controls Universal precautions Engineering controls ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C Which of the following suffixes means "inflammation"
The portion of the brain that coordinates skeletal muscle activity is the: Medulla oblongata Thalamus Cerebellum Pons ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C The muscle that flexes the foot is the: Deltoid Trapezius Gluteus Maximus Gastrocnemius ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D Which of the following fractures in bones is common in children? Incomplete Open Comminuted Greenstick ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D Which of the following is the most widely used filing system for medical practices? Chronological Alphabetical Numeric Subject ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D In appointment scheduling, the matrix indicates? Time not available to schedule patients Time open for surgery Time open for pharmaceutical representatives Time available to schedule patients ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Patient's who want to talk about abnormal test results should speak with which of the following medical personnel? Physical Therapy Assistants Nurses Physical Therapy Aides Physicians ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D
Which term indicates that a patient is lying horizontally with the face and trunk down? Plinth Erect Supine Prone ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D What type of motion is a straightening of a joint, not bending? Extension Abduction Rotation Flexion ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Which directional term is indicative of something that is farthest from the center? Distal Proximal Inferior Superior ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A A prefix is typically located at the _____ of a word. Middle End Beginning Base ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C This is an imaginary plane that runs through the side of the body, dividing it into anterior and posterior sections. Transverse Distal Frontal Sagital ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C This is an imaginary plane that runs parallel to the long axis of the body, dividing it into right and left sections.
Family members, such as spouse or children that are covered under the member's insurance policy are known as: Members Subscribers Beneficiaries Dependents ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D A physician, specialist or any person that provides medical care is known as the _____ Dependent Provider Subscriber Policyholder ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B A disease of the musculoskeletal system in which there is an inflammation of bones at the joints with accompanying pain and swelling of the joints is called: Arthritis Pancreatitis Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Multiple Sclerosis ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A Which body organ is primarily affected in a person with pulmonary disease: Stomach Lungs Kidney Brain ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B Largest artery of the body and is located along the spinal column is the: Aorta Vessel Capillary Valve ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------A An osteoblast refers to: A bone cell that fights infection Bone cells that destroy bone tissue
Bone cells that form bone Compact bone tissue ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C This type of instruction is used to focus the patient's attention on specifically desired action. Patient prep packet Audio visual Written instructions Verbal commands ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D When a transfer is required, it is important to keep the center of gravity ____ the center of the base of support Around Away from Near Far from ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------C In this type of position, the patient should have his shoulders parallel with the hips. Side-lying position Face-lying position Supine Prone ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D Whenever the patient is to be moved unassisted from the wheelchair, the wheelchair should be positioned ___ against the bed. Sideways Vertically adjacent Front facing Backwards ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------B What modality is typically used as the first step in teaching the patient to ambulate? Crutches Wheelchair Walker Parallel bars ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------D
