AMCA PCTC Pre-Test A Q&A 2023

Blood in the urine is called: - Answer- hematuria When the examiner uses the sense of touch to determine the characteristics of an organ system, the examiner is using which of the following principles? - Answer- Palpation Standards of what's right and wrong is called: - Answer- Code of Ethics The meaning of "Advanced Directives" is: - Answer- A will of the patient regarding his/her own treatment Which temperature site would give the highest normal values? - Answer- Rectal The apical pulse is found by auscultating over the: - Answer- Apex of the heart The selection of one of the three available blood pressure cuff sizes depends on the: - Answer- Weight of the patient/size of the arm Latex sensitivity is a type of: - Answer- Allergic reaction Which of the following allows movement? - Answer- Joints The outer layer of the skin is called the: - Answer- Epidermis The highest functions of the brain take place in the: - Answer- Cerebral Cortex Identify the part of the body where urine is formed. - Answer- Kidneys What does the endocrine gland secrete? - Answer- Hormones The immune system protects the body from: - Answer- Disease and infection When a patient is restrained, the best way to tell if the restraint is not too loose or to tight is if you can slide: - Answer- An open hand between the vest and the person If the orders are to restrain the patient, the correct way to apply the restraint is to follow the: - Answer- Manufacturer's instructions The general term for surgical suture is: - Answer- Ligature Whi