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Relapse in the disappearance of the clinical symptoms for disease.

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False

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A germicide is an agent that destroys pathogenic microorganisms.

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True

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An antiseptic is an agent that can be used on the skin to inhibit the growth of microorganisms.

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True

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Employees must provide their own alternative to latex gloves if they show signs of latex anaphylaxis.

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False

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Employees most provide employers with hepatitis B immunization free of charge within 10 days of the start of employment.

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True

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Hands do not have to be washed if the healthcare worker conscientiously uses gloves during all possible times of exposure.

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False

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The main function of carbohydrate is to repair and build tissues.

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False

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Dietary fiber is the portion of the plant that con not be digested.

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True

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Adipose tissue is stored as excess carbohydrate calories.

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True

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Olive and canola oils are examples of saturated fats.

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False

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Food sources of fats include avocados and coconut oils.

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False

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Complex carbohydrates include fruit and milk products.

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True

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HDLs are the destructive forms of cholesterol that form atherosclerotic plaques on arterial walls.

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False

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Experts recommend an LDL level of less than 100 mg/dl.

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True

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Vegans must eat a combination of completed proteins to meet their nutritional needs.

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False

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Individuals should drink a minimum of six glasses of water a day to maintain optimum health.

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False

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The grain group of foods is the largest section of the Food Guide Pyramid.

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True

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It is recommended that individuals consume a minimum of three servings of fat a day.

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False

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The BMI compares the patients weight with standardized height and weight charts.

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False

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Death rates are significantly higher for patients with BMIs between 19 and 22.

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False

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A clear liquid diet includes milk, custards, and creamed soups.

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False

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A mechanical soft diet is typically used after oral surgery.

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True

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Low-fiber diets are recommended for patients with diverticulosis.

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True

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The American Cancer Society recommends a low-fiber diet.

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False

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The glycemic index rates foods on how quickly they affect blood glucose levels.

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True

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Food labels must include the total amount of fat in the food and also the percentage of saturated fat in the product.

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True

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A food that claims to be sodium free must have no salt in the product.

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False

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Fat has 6 calories per gram.

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False

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The number of calories and the fat content in a serving size of a particular food are important criteria for patients to understand.

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True

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Obesity affects more than 50% of Americans.

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True

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What action do viruses take when enter the body's cell.

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incorporate into the cells reproductive material

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Which of the following scenarios is the only situation in which recapping a needle is considered an appropriate procedure.

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after withdrawing medication from a vial

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Which of the following is not a major area that must be covered in the medical facility's Exposure Control Plan by OSHA.

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specific steps for providing effective patient treatment

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What are the two important factors in performing an effective hand wash.

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friction and running warm water

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The process used to wash and remove blood and tissue from medical instruments is called.

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sanitization

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The most important step in achieving hand asepsis is.

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removing jewelry

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The method that completely destroys microorganisms is.

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sterilization

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While a blood specimen is being prepared for laboratory analysis, the container tips over and blood spills on the laboratory table. Which of the following is the most appropriate management of the spill.

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cover the spill with paper towels, pour 10% bleach solution on the towels, wait 15 minutes, wipe up the spill while wearing gloves, and discard the paper towels in an infectious waste container

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Blunt needles, needleless systems, and resheathing syringes are examples of.

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engineering controls

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On the basis of your understanding of the chain of infection, what would be the most effective method for controlling the spread of conjunctivitis in a daycare center.

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wash hands thoroughly each time a symptomatic child is contacted

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A bacterial spore.

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is a resistant bacterial reproductive cell that can become active and cause disease

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Inflammation mediators that are released at the site of cellular damage perform which of the following functions.

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increase blood flow to the site and increased the permeability of blood vessel walls

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Cell-mediated immunity.

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causes destruction of pathogens at the site of infection

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Relapse and remission are seen frequently in what types of infection.

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latent infections

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Viral infections.

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are treated with a focus on palliative care

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Rosa was assisting with pediatric immunization when she received an accidental needlestick. What is the first thing Rosa should do.

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thoroughly wash the needlestick site

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What should not be done when sanitizing an instrument.

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separate sharp and blunt instruments

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For disinfection to be effective, what must the medical assistant do.

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soak instrument in a closed container

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Which of the following major carbohydrates is found in milk.

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lactose

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A patient scheduled to undergo stool collection for occult blood should be instructed to avoid intake of which of the following.

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red meat

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Protein can be found in.

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meats and nuts

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A patient with high cholesterol should be instructed to avoid intake of which of the following.

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red meat

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Vitamin C can be found in.

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citrus

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Beta-carotene can be found in.

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raw vegetables

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Calcium and vitamin D can be found in.

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dairy products

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Fiber can be found in.

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raw vegetables

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Which is not an antioxidant.

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vitamin K

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Which is not a fat soluble.

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vitamin C

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Which nutrient has 9 kcal/g.

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fat

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Which eating disorder involves bingeing and purging.

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bulimia

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Which eating disorder is characterized by self-starvation.

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anorexia nervosa

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Which health condition is related to stress.

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headaches, hypertension, and diarrhea

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Which is not a health screening.

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MRI

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________ is a skin eruption that results in hives.

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urticaria

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A(n) _____ is a foreign substance that results in the production of a specific antibody.

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antigen

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________ is a yeast-like fungus that typically affects the vaginal and oral mucosa.

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candidiasis

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A(n) _______ agent is a medication that relieves patient symptoms but does not cure a disease.

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palliative

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A(n)________ is an insect or tick that transmits the causative organisms of a disease.

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vector

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Fungal infections are also called _______ infections.

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mycotic

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________ are surface bacteria that are introduced by contaminated objects or by exposure to microorganisms that can be destroyed if managed properly.

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transient bacteria

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Obesity is defined as more than ___ % above the recommended body weight.

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20

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A patient with symptoms of ______ feels dizzy and has difficulty with normal balance.

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vertigo

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The level of patient dehydration can be determined with a simple skin ______ test that involves grasping the skin on the posterior surface of the hand between the fingers and releasing it.

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turgor

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According to OSHA regulations, under which of the following circumstances is recapping needles allowed.

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when recapping an unused needle

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For which of the following is a medical assistant required to wear a mask while taking the patient's medical history.

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rheumatic fever

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Which of the following is the recommended method for disposal of needles in a puncture-proof container.

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keeping the needle intact

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The CDC does not recommend standard precautions for which of the following body fluids if the fluid does not contain visible blood.

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urine

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Which of the following procedures is appropriate blood and other potentially infectious materials for transport.

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placing the materials in a leak proof container during collection

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Gloves, gowns, and goggles are examples of.

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personal protective equipment

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