Which pulse site is commonly palpated during the process of obtaining a blood pressure by the palpation technique?

A) Brachial
B) Radial
C) Carotid
D) Pedal


B) Radial

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A medical assistant may gain children's confidence by ________ when addressing them, speaking to them at their level and in simple terms, or taking a few minutes to interact or play with them

a. talking animatedly b. smiling c. wearing bright colors d. making eye contact

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Placing a bolster under a client's hips during pelvic stabilization achieves which of the following?

A) Prevents bone spurs. B) Compresses the lumbar spine. C) Stretches the psoas minor. D) Decompresses the lumbar spine.

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Which of the following is not part included of the medical assistant's role in a urologist's office?

A. Take patient histories B. Visual inspection of the external genitalia C. Assist with general exams D. Collect and process urine, blood, and other specimens E. Participate in patient education

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Cyanmethemoglobin is the stable colored compound formed when hemoglobin is reacted with ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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