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4) The medical assistant reviews instructions with the patient with hypertension about
techniques to manage this condition at home. Which of the following statements by the
patient indicates teaching has been successful? (Select the three (3) correct answers.)

A. “I will take prescribed medications regularly at the same time each day.”

B. “I will monitor my blood pressure and record readings daily.”

C. “I will increase salt intake in my diet.”

D. “I will incorporate moderate exercise into my daily routine.”

E. “I will check my blood sugar regularly.”

5) When reviewing a patient’s SOAP note in the medical record, which of the following
documentation entries is an example of objective data?

A. Patient reports stabbing pain in the RUQ after meals.

B. Generalized pruritis following detergent brand change yesterday.

C. 10 mm laceration noted above the left eye.

D. Patient complains of fatigue and low energy levels.

6) The medical assistant is providing instructions for a patient with pneumonia. The optimal
time a sputum specimen should be collected is:

A. first thing in the morning.

B. after lunch.

C. at bedtime.