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atomoxetine (Strattera) - ANSWER The drug of choice for the treatment of attention deficit disorder in an adolescent with a history of substance abuse. The mechanism of action of polymyxin B / trimethoprim ophthalmic is: - ANSWER increased cell wall permeability / inhibition of nucleic acid and protein During pregnancy, the preferred choice for long-term treatment of gastroesophageal reflux is: - ANSWER ranitidine (Zantac)

What would cause decrease in Digoxin levels - ANSWER Antacids Taking Pyridium for UTI, what can Pyridium cause? - ANSWER Hemolytic Anemia What can PCOS result in? - ANSWER increased insulin levels, Androgens, hirsutism What is a hypertensive used in pregnancy - ANSWER Methyldopa

Groups - ANSWER 3+ people working together to achieve a common goal (e.g., planning an event, approving a policy, creating an innovation) Important to individuals and society as a means for achieving individual and group goals *Interdependence Problems in groups - ANSWER Communication: do not adequately share information and do not provide enough varied information. Evaluation: do not share opinions and do not think critically enough; try to rush to resolution too quickly. Contro...

What is convergence? - ANSWER A strategy by which you adapt your communication behavior in such a way as to become more similar to another person What is divergence? What are the special forms of divergence? - ANSWER A strategy of accentuating the differences between yourself and another person Maintenance: persisting in one's original communication style Over accommodation: demeaning or patronizing talk: excessive concern paid to vocal clarity, simplification, etc.

How many people are usually in groups? -ANSWER three + people working together. only up to 7 loafers/slouches -ANSWER people who ride on the short tails or the work of other people what is the optimal group size? -ANSWER 5 people how many people are usually in a jury group? -ANSWER 12 people

What is the central claim of cultivation theory? - ANSWER Heavy exposure to media content can cause individuals to develop/cultivate a distorted perception of reality What counts as dramatic violence according to Gerbner's definition of the term? (p. 368) - ANSWER knife waving around, held at gunpoint, robbing a bank, cartoon violence, physical force with or without a weapon to yourself or others. -**rules out verbal abuse, pie in face slapstick, idle threats Symbolic double jeopardy? - ...

What section of a speech should you create first? - ANSWER body What is the primary purpose of the main points? - ANSWER to get you central idea across to your audience How are the main points

What is the definition of a group? - ANSWER - 3+ people working together to achieve a common goal - important to individuals and society as a means for achieving individual and group goals What are the primary problems in groups? - ANSWER communication evaluation control decision making tension reintegration communication problem - ANSWER do not adequately share information and do not provide enough varied information evaluation problem - ANSWER do not share opinions and do not t...

Social Exchange Theory - ANSWER explains the process of balancing the advantages and disadvantages of a relationship. Intrinsic rewards lasting and satisfying of all rewards Uncertainty Reduction Theory - ANSWER when two people meet, their main focus is on decreasing the uncertainty about each other Strategies of Getting Rid of Uncertainty - ANSWER Passive: observing others in communication without interacting Active: obtain information by directly getting from a third

Emerging Technology - ANSWER The virtual training system uses what tool to deliver personal trainer-like services to those who experienced barriers to frequenting a fitness center Gain New Clients - ANSWER Creative marketing, social media presence, networking, referral programs, innovative promotion ideas, and gated content are all ideas to help virtual coaches do what Offering virtual services does not impact the scope of practice - ANSWER How does the virtual format impact a virtual coac...

Which of the following is a common side effect of thiazide diuretics? - ANSWER Hypokalemia Hypokalemia is a low level of potassium in the blood. It is a common side effect of thiazide diuretics. Which of the following blood tests is performed to monitor a patient's response to Coumadin therapy and to aid in adjusting Coumadin dosage? - ANSWER International Normalized Ratio (INR) Which of the following factors must exist to constitute a lawful emergency pertaining to consent? - ANSWER The...

Which of the following diagnostic studies used high-frequency sound waves to produce an image of a patient's internal organs? - ANSWER Ultrasonography The Proofreaders' mark "#" represents which of the following? - ANSWER add space A medical assistant should do all of the following when answering the telephone, except - ANSWER Give the caller the medical assistant's name first and then the name of the office Which of the following medications is used to treat patients with hyperten...

AAMA practice test| Questions| Correct Answers

1. Which of the following arteries is most often used for assessing the pulse on a conscious patient? A. Femoral Although easily palpable, this would entail palpating the patient's groin, and would not be utilized routinely in a conscious patient. B. Temporal The temporal artery can be small and difficult to assess. C. Brachial The brachial artery is often difficult to access and could require removal of long sleeve clothing. D. Radial The radial pulse is the most frequently monitored a...

Corpus - ANSWER body Homeostasis - ANSWER terms that describes the body's ability to maintain its normal state Leukopenia - ANSWER the term for an abnormally low white blood cell count Osteoblasts - ANSWER is known to help prevent infection EXCEPT. hair in the nose, mucous membranes, osteoblasts, saliva, tears Erythrocyte - ANSWER following mature cells has a nucleus EXCEPT. lymphocyte, monocyte, erythrocyte, basophil, neutrophil

Leukopenia - ANSWER an abnormal lowering of the white blood cell count an infart - ANSWER area of dead myocardial tissue lithiasis - ANSWER abnormal condition of stones menarche - ANSWER beginning of menstruation orthopnea - ANSWER DIFFICULT BREATHING EXCEPT IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION gynecomastia - ANSWER Abnormal development of breast tissue in males rhinorrhea - ANSWER drainage from the

Which of the following is a physician who specializes in disorders of the eye and performs surgical procedures as necessary? A. Otolaryngologist B. Ophthalmologist C. Optician D. Optometrist - ANSWER Ophthalmologist Which of the following is the nerve that stimulates the diaphragm? A. Accessory B. Sciatic C. Vagus D. Phrenic E. Trochlear - ANSWER Phrenic . Which of the following is objective information relating to a patient's health? A. Absence of patellar reflex B. Patient is...

An area of dead myocardial tissue is called? A.) angina pectoris B.) hypertrophy C.) an induration

Describes the body's ability to maintain its normal state - ANSWER Homeostasis Mature cells that have a nucleus - ANSWER Lymphocyte, monocyte, basophil, neutrophil Known to help prevent infection - ANSWER Hair in the nose, mucous membranes, saliva,tears Flexible connective tissue that is attached to bones at the joints - ANSWER Cartilage Located on the mediastinum - ANSWER Aorta, esophagus,heart, trachea Body cavity that contains the pituitary gland - ANSWER Cranial Closes and...

For purposes of collections control, how often should the medical assistant verify the patient's demographic data? A. When the patient changes insurance carriers B. When the patient's account is delinquent C. Once a year D. When the patient's account statement is returned as undeliverable E. On each visit -ANSWER e Which of the following describes a surgical procedure that connects the common bile duct with the middle portion of the small intestines? A. Choledochoentero...