RMA Practice Exam 2022
Body activities such as breathing, circulation, and heartbeat are regulated by the Correct Answer: B. Autonomic nervous system
Which gas is brought into the body, and which is eliminated by
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RMA Practice Exam 2022
Body activities such as breathing, circulation, and heartbeat are regulated by the Correct Answer: B. Autonomic nervous system
Which gas is brought into the body, and which is eliminated by the respiratory system? Correct Answer: D. Oxygen, carbon dioxide
The muscular tissue of the heart is called the Correct Answer: C. Myocardium
Blood enters the right atrium of the heart from the Correct Answer: B. Vena cava
The disorder characterized by degeneration of the myelin sheath is Correct Answer: A. Multiple sclerosis
The functional, microscopic filtration unit of the kidney is the Correct Answer: B. Nephron
The testes produce Correct Answer: D. Both A and B. A - Sperm; B - Testosterone
The amount of circulating blood in the body of an average adult is about Correct Answer: D. 6 liters
The main function of white blood cells is to Correct Answer: B. Defend the body against invading bacteria and viruses
The process that stops bleeding is called Correct Answer: B. Hemostasis
The spinal cavity contains the Correct Answer: C. Spinal cord
Air is brought into the lungs by way of the Correct Answer: C. Trachea
The longest and strongest bone of the skeleton is the Correct Answer: A. Femur
The dome-shaped muscle that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity is the Correct Answer: C. Diaphragm
Which of the following organs serves as a reservoir for blood? Correct Answer: D. Spleen
The skin performs all of the following functions EXCEPT Correct Answer: A. Nitrogen-containing waste excretion
The vocal cards are located in the Correct Answer: B. Larynx
Otitis media is an inflammatory condition of the Correct Answer: A. Ear
Insulin is produced in the Correct Answer: C. Pancreas
If a patient is diagnosed with enteritis, which part of the digestive tract is inflamed? Correct Answer: D. Intestines
Which portion of the external ear is shaped to catch sound waves? Correct Answer: B. Pinna
The peripheral nervous system is made up of Correct Answer: B. Peripheral nerves
Another name for the eardrum is the Correct Answer: D. Tympanic membrane
Legally, a physician Correct Answer: D. None of the above (A - May not refuse to accept a patient if he or she chooses; B - May refuse to provide follow-up care after treatment; C - Must provide a medical history to the patient's insurance company if the insurance company so requests
In order to release medical information to another source Correct Answer: B. The patient must sign a release form
In order for a contract to be enforceable, the contract must include Correct Answer: D. All of the above (A - An offer; B - A consideration; C - An acceptance
The medical record of a patient who is a minor should be kept Correct Answer: D. Until the patient reaches the age of majority, plus the number of years for the statue of limitations in the particular state
The medical record is owned by Correct Answer: D. The physician/clinic
Establishing and maintaining policies and procedures that protect the medical office and staff from lawsuits is called Correct Answer: B. Risk management
Statute of limitations refers to Correct Answer: C. The time period allowed for beginning a lawsuit for malpractice
It is important for patients to understand their responsibility in relation to their medical record. The patient needs to understand all of the following EXCEPT Correct Answer: B. The medical terminology used in the record
Which of the following best demonstrates confidentiality of the patient record? Correct Answer: C. Records should not be left on desks or counters where patients may see them
For office surgery, a consent form must be signed Correct Answer: A. Before the patient has been administered any medication
Mabel, who is terminally ill, is adamant that no "heroic" measures be taken should she become incompetent, This request would be detailed in Mabel's Correct Answer: A. Living will
In most states, a physician is required to report Correct Answer: D. Both A and C (A - Death; C - Specific infectious, communicable, or contagious diseases)
Informed consent is established when the patient Correct Answer: B. Is told by the physician of any risks, hazards, or possible complication with the treatment in terms that the patient fully understands
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