,In terms of provider credentialing by an MCO, all of the following may be part of
the credentialing process EXCEPT:
a. collecting data that includes educational, license, malpractice, employment and
certification data on each provider
b. formal issuance of a certification document to the provider
c. making a site visit
d. investigating systems for admitting patients -
Provider credentialing by an MCO does not include formally certifying the
provider. It does include all of the other choices, however.
The available screening tests for osteoporosis include all but which of the
following?
a. dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry
b. ultrasound
c. peripheral quantitative computed tomography
d. Spurling test
Available screening tests for osteoporosis include: dual-energy x-ray
absorptiometry (DXA), ultrasound, radiographic absorptiometry, single-energy x-
ray, absorptiometry, peripheral DXA and peripheral quantitative computed
tomography. The Spurling test is a very specific, but not sensitive physical
examination maneuver in diagnosing cervical spondylosis or acute cervical (neck)
radiculopathy.
Erythema migrans in Lyme disease has an annular pattern. This is indicated by a
pattern in the shape of which of the following?
,a. Christmas tree
b. horizontal scale
c. ring
d. unformed edges
Annular is the term used for the ring pattern of skin lesions. This is typical of the
skin condition in Lyme disease.
A father brings in his teenage son. He is sure that the boy is sick because he is
lethargic even though he is in bed 8 hours a night. The boy says that he is tired.
When asked if he is sleeping the full 8 hours, he says that he does not fall asleep
immediately. What is a probable explanation?
a. He has a cold.
b. He is sleep deprived.
c. He is taking drugs.
d. He is faking for attention. -
Many teenagers need close to nine hours of sleep a night. Additionally, their
natural sleep patterns are later, and he probably is awake later than his father
believes. Sleep deprivation is common among teenagers.
A young patient is brought in after an injury to the neck. What diagnostic exam is
necessary?
a. Pelvic exam.
b. CBC.
c. Sensory exam.
, d. Pharyngeal exam. -
The sensory exam is included in a neurological assessment. This exam is
recommended if there is a risk of a spinal cord injury.
Helen comes to the clinic complaining of a skin problem. Your examination reveals
silvery-white scaling papules and plaques that are symmetrical. The patient's nails
are pitted. Your diagnosis would be which of the following?
a. candidiasis
b. erysipelas
c. psoriasis
d. acute cellulitis -
Psoriasis is a silvery-white scaling that is usually symmetrical. It involves scalp,
extensor surfaces, and areas subject to trauma. It may also involve pitting of the
nails.
You use the learning theory that appreciates that learners are unique and learn
best when treated with positive regard. This learning theory is which of the
following?
a. cognitive theory
b. behaviorist theory
c. humanistic theory
d. andragogy –
the credentialing process EXCEPT:
a. collecting data that includes educational, license, malpractice, employment and
certification data on each provider
b. formal issuance of a certification document to the provider
c. making a site visit
d. investigating systems for admitting patients -
Provider credentialing by an MCO does not include formally certifying the
provider. It does include all of the other choices, however.
The available screening tests for osteoporosis include all but which of the
following?
a. dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry
b. ultrasound
c. peripheral quantitative computed tomography
d. Spurling test
Available screening tests for osteoporosis include: dual-energy x-ray
absorptiometry (DXA), ultrasound, radiographic absorptiometry, single-energy x-
ray, absorptiometry, peripheral DXA and peripheral quantitative computed
tomography. The Spurling test is a very specific, but not sensitive physical
examination maneuver in diagnosing cervical spondylosis or acute cervical (neck)
radiculopathy.
Erythema migrans in Lyme disease has an annular pattern. This is indicated by a
pattern in the shape of which of the following?
,a. Christmas tree
b. horizontal scale
c. ring
d. unformed edges
Annular is the term used for the ring pattern of skin lesions. This is typical of the
skin condition in Lyme disease.
A father brings in his teenage son. He is sure that the boy is sick because he is
lethargic even though he is in bed 8 hours a night. The boy says that he is tired.
When asked if he is sleeping the full 8 hours, he says that he does not fall asleep
immediately. What is a probable explanation?
a. He has a cold.
b. He is sleep deprived.
c. He is taking drugs.
d. He is faking for attention. -
Many teenagers need close to nine hours of sleep a night. Additionally, their
natural sleep patterns are later, and he probably is awake later than his father
believes. Sleep deprivation is common among teenagers.
A young patient is brought in after an injury to the neck. What diagnostic exam is
necessary?
a. Pelvic exam.
b. CBC.
c. Sensory exam.
, d. Pharyngeal exam. -
The sensory exam is included in a neurological assessment. This exam is
recommended if there is a risk of a spinal cord injury.
Helen comes to the clinic complaining of a skin problem. Your examination reveals
silvery-white scaling papules and plaques that are symmetrical. The patient's nails
are pitted. Your diagnosis would be which of the following?
a. candidiasis
b. erysipelas
c. psoriasis
d. acute cellulitis -
Psoriasis is a silvery-white scaling that is usually symmetrical. It involves scalp,
extensor surfaces, and areas subject to trauma. It may also involve pitting of the
nails.
You use the learning theory that appreciates that learners are unique and learn
best when treated with positive regard. This learning theory is which of the
following?
a. cognitive theory
b. behaviorist theory
c. humanistic theory
d. andragogy –
