AAMA EXAM WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS
The wall separating the ventricles of the lower chambers of the heart - Answer-
interventricular septum
Inflammation of a vein with clots - Answer-Thrombophlebitis
Chronic disorder marked by attacks of brain dysfunction due to excessive firing of nerve
impulses - Answer-Epilepsy
Inflammation of the gray matter of the spinal cord - Answer-Poliomyelitis
Disease of the spinal nerve roots - Answer-Radiculopathy
Placement of substances (medications) into the subarachnoid space - Answer-
intrathecal injection
Collection of blood above the dura mater - Answer-epidural hematoma
This particular gland of the endocrine system secretes a hormone that is known to
assist with the sleep/ wake cycle. - Answer-Pineal
A procedure that examines a portion of the large intestine with an endoscope is called -
Answer-Sigmoidoscopy
The mitral valve is synonymous with the term - Answer-Bicuspid valve
A patient who is displaying the defense mechanism of Compensation would - Answer-
Overemphasize behaviors which accommodate for perceived weaknesses.
ICD-9 coding books - Answer-are organized into three volumes
Volume II of the ICD-9 coding book - Answer-is the three part alphabetical index.
The CPT Coding Book - Answer-is divided into six sections.
The following symbol (*): - Answer-designates variable pre and postoperative services.
When coding using HCPCS, a code that is accompanied by a diamond symbol would
indicate - Answer-This code is not covered or valid with Medicare
, A clause in an insurance policy that restricts overpayment of benefits due to more than
one medical insurance policy is - Answer-known as coordination of benefits.
When reading the CPT manual, a triangle next to a code notes - Answer-revised code
description
The smallest of the white blood cells which also can be involved in humoral immunity is
the - Answer-Lymphocyte
Improper placement of the hands under the rib cage when performing the Heimlich
maneuver could result in - Answer-a broken xiphoid process.
This is the part of the prescription form that indicates the names and quantities of
ingredients to be included in the medication - Answer-Inscription
Cystic fibrosis is a - Answer-condition that can be tested by monitoring the chloride
levels of the patient's sweat.
The procedure used to remove the gall bladder is called - Answer-Cholecystectomy
Inflammation of the skin - Answer-Dermatitis
Blood type considered as the universal recipient - Answer-Type AB
Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine - Answer-Scoliosis
Infection of the small intestine, also called "traveler's diarrhea" - Answer-Giardiasis
The abbreviation "NS" indicates - Answer-No-show Patient
The suffixes "-algia and -algy" - Answer-Pain or painful condition
SOAP note - Answer-Symptoms, objective data (diagnosis), assessment, and plan of
action
Away from the normal location (situated in an unusual place) - Answer-Ectopic
Upper chambers of the heart - Answer-atria (plural). atrium (singular)
Contract coverage for potential damages incurred as a result of a negligent act -
Answer-Liability insurance
Failure of a party to comply with the terms of a legally valid contract - Answer-Breach of
contract
ANSWERS
The wall separating the ventricles of the lower chambers of the heart - Answer-
interventricular septum
Inflammation of a vein with clots - Answer-Thrombophlebitis
Chronic disorder marked by attacks of brain dysfunction due to excessive firing of nerve
impulses - Answer-Epilepsy
Inflammation of the gray matter of the spinal cord - Answer-Poliomyelitis
Disease of the spinal nerve roots - Answer-Radiculopathy
Placement of substances (medications) into the subarachnoid space - Answer-
intrathecal injection
Collection of blood above the dura mater - Answer-epidural hematoma
This particular gland of the endocrine system secretes a hormone that is known to
assist with the sleep/ wake cycle. - Answer-Pineal
A procedure that examines a portion of the large intestine with an endoscope is called -
Answer-Sigmoidoscopy
The mitral valve is synonymous with the term - Answer-Bicuspid valve
A patient who is displaying the defense mechanism of Compensation would - Answer-
Overemphasize behaviors which accommodate for perceived weaknesses.
ICD-9 coding books - Answer-are organized into three volumes
Volume II of the ICD-9 coding book - Answer-is the three part alphabetical index.
The CPT Coding Book - Answer-is divided into six sections.
The following symbol (*): - Answer-designates variable pre and postoperative services.
When coding using HCPCS, a code that is accompanied by a diamond symbol would
indicate - Answer-This code is not covered or valid with Medicare
, A clause in an insurance policy that restricts overpayment of benefits due to more than
one medical insurance policy is - Answer-known as coordination of benefits.
When reading the CPT manual, a triangle next to a code notes - Answer-revised code
description
The smallest of the white blood cells which also can be involved in humoral immunity is
the - Answer-Lymphocyte
Improper placement of the hands under the rib cage when performing the Heimlich
maneuver could result in - Answer-a broken xiphoid process.
This is the part of the prescription form that indicates the names and quantities of
ingredients to be included in the medication - Answer-Inscription
Cystic fibrosis is a - Answer-condition that can be tested by monitoring the chloride
levels of the patient's sweat.
The procedure used to remove the gall bladder is called - Answer-Cholecystectomy
Inflammation of the skin - Answer-Dermatitis
Blood type considered as the universal recipient - Answer-Type AB
Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine - Answer-Scoliosis
Infection of the small intestine, also called "traveler's diarrhea" - Answer-Giardiasis
The abbreviation "NS" indicates - Answer-No-show Patient
The suffixes "-algia and -algy" - Answer-Pain or painful condition
SOAP note - Answer-Symptoms, objective data (diagnosis), assessment, and plan of
action
Away from the normal location (situated in an unusual place) - Answer-Ectopic
Upper chambers of the heart - Answer-atria (plural). atrium (singular)
Contract coverage for potential damages incurred as a result of a negligent act -
Answer-Liability insurance
Failure of a party to comply with the terms of a legally valid contract - Answer-Breach of
contract
