CCHI Practice Test: Video 1 Answers (25 Questions)

Question 1

A physician prescribes a medication 'BID.' What does BID mean?

Accepted Answer

Twice daily

Answer

BID is a Latin abbreviation (bis in die) meaning 'twice daily'; the interpreter must accurately convey this dosing frequency to the patient.

Question 2

An interpreter hears 'PRN' on a medication order. How should this be interpreted for a Spanish-speaking patient?

Accepted Answer

Take as needed when symptoms occur

Answer

PRN (pro re nata) means 'as needed,' so the patient should take the medication only when they have the symptom it treats.

Question 3

Which term describes when two drugs taken together produce a combined effect greater than the sum of each drug's individual effect?

Accepted Answer

Synergism

Answer

Synergism (or potentiation) occurs when two drugs together produce an effect greater than the additive sum of their individual effects.

Question 4

A healthcare provider documents that a patient has 'renal impairment' and needs dose adjustment. Why does kidney function affect drug dosing?

Accepted Answer

Many drugs and metabolites are eliminated via the kidneys

Answer

The kidneys are primary organs of drug excretion; impaired renal function leads to drug accumulation, requiring lower doses or longer dosing intervals.

Question 5

What is the correct sequence for a physical assessment?

Accepted Answer

Inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation

Answer

The standard physical assessment sequence is inspection (visual), palpation (touch), percussion (tapping), and auscultation (listening).

(CCHI) Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters Practice Test

(CCHI) Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters Practice Test

CCHI Practice Test: Video 1 Answers (25 Questions)