Which of the following should a medical assistant recognize as an indication to prematurely terminate a patient's exercise stress test?
Sweating
Bradycardia
Palpitations
Thirst
The Correct Answer is B
A. Sweating: Sweating is a normal physiological response to exercise and is not an indication to terminate the test.
B. Bradycardia: Bradycardia (abnormally slow heart rate) during an exercise stress test can indicate a serious problem and may require premature termination of the test.
C. Palpitations: Palpitations can occur during exercise, but they are not necessarily a reason to terminate the test unless accompanied by other symptoms or abnormalities.
D. Thirst: Thirst is not a contraindication for continuing an exercise stress test.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Comprehensive care: Comprehensive care refers to the delivery of a wide range of services, including preventative and wellness care, addressing all aspects of a patient’s health.
B. Coordinated care: Coordinated care involves organizing patient care activities and sharing information among all participants concerned with a patient’s care but does not specifically refer to preventative and wellness care.
C. Accessible services: Accessible services ensure that patients can obtain care when needed but do not specifically address preventative and wellness care.
D. Quality and safety: Quality and safety refer to the overall standards and safety measures in care delivery rather than specifically addressing preventative and wellness care.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Place a bandage on the site after holding pressure for 1 min: While a bandage may be used, holding pressure for 1 minute is excessive. Typically, pressure is held for a shorter period to control bleeding.
B. Apply direct, firm pressure to the puncture site on the finger: Applying firm pressure helps to stop bleeding after the puncture and is the appropriate technique.
C. Warm the site for a minimum of 10 min prior to puncture. Warming the site is usually done for a few minutes (not 10) to increase blood flow, but it should be done briefly and not excessively.
D. Have the parent hold the child during the procedure: While it’s important to ensure the child is held securely, the parent should assist by holding the child gently but not to the extent that it interferes with the procedure.