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time, same scale, same clothing when possible. Carefully document as the gram difference of
one diaper may affect treatment decisions. [1 kg = 2.2 lbs.]
The medical assistant applies pressure to the venipuncture site using gauze. After two minutes
the medical assistant observes that bleeding has not stopped. The next appropriate action would
be to

A. elevate the arm while applying pressure.

B. wrap the arm with a pressure dressing.

C. continue to apply pressure while bending the arm at the elbow.

D. notify the physician immediately.

Your response:
elevate the arm while applying pressure.
Correct response:
elevate the arm while applying pressure.
Rationale: Elevating the arm reduces the pressure from the flow of blood, i.e., the blood is
flowing down the arm. The venipuncture wound will heal more easily without the pressure from
the blood flow.
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.”

Your response:
“I will monitor my blood pressure and record readings daily.”, “I will incorporate moderate
exercise into my daily routine.”, “I will check my blood sugar regularly.”
Correct response:
“I will take prescribed medications regularly at the same time each day.”, “I will monitor my
blood pressure and record readings daily.”, “I will incorporate moderate exercise into my daily
routine.”
Rationale: The patient should take their medications regularly at the same time each day and
they should also monitor their blood pressure and record their readings every day. Sodium
should be decreased or eliminated in the diet of patients with hypertension as it causes the body
to hold on to excess fluid, which increases the workload of the heart. The patient should also