AAMA Clinical Patient Care 3

Question 1

A medical assistant is assisting with a pelvic examination. Which position should be used?

Accepted Answer

Lithotomy

Answer

The lithotomy position, with the patient on their back with feet in stirrups, provides optimal access for pelvic and gynecological examinations.

Question 2

A patient is prescribed metformin for type 2 diabetes. Which critical lab value must be checked before administering or continuing this medication?

Accepted Answer

Serum creatinine/renal function

Answer

Metformin is contraindicated in significant renal impairment because it can accumulate and cause lactic acidosis.

Question 3

What is the proper technique for collecting a midstream clean-catch urine specimen?

Accepted Answer

Clean the area, void a small amount, then collect the midstream portion

Answer

The midstream clean-catch technique reduces contamination by cleaning the urethral area and discarding initial urine before collecting the sample.

Question 4

When taking an oral temperature on an adult, how long should the thermometer remain in place if using a glass mercury-free thermometer?

Accepted Answer

3–5 minutes

Answer

A glass thermometer requires 3–5 minutes under the tongue to ensure accurate temperature equilibration.

Question 5

Which of the following correctly describes the Z-track injection technique?

Accepted Answer

Pulling the skin laterally before injection and releasing after needle withdrawal

Answer

The Z-track method displaces the skin to create a zigzag track upon needle withdrawal, preventing medication from leaking into subcutaneous tissue.

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