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Welcome to the Medical Transcriptionist (RHDS) Certification Practice Test.
This test is designed to help you prepare for the Registered Healthcare Documentation Specialist (RHDS) certification exam.
It consists of 50 multiple-choice questions covering a wide range of topics, including medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, transcription skills, medical abbreviations, and more.
Make sure to review the answers at the end to assess your understanding and readiness.
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Medical Transcriptionist (RHDS) Certification Practice Test
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Question 1 |
What is the primary function of a medical transcriptionist?
Administer medications | |
Record patient histories | |
Transcribe medical reports | |
Diagnose medical conditions |
Question 2 |
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of medical report?
Discharge summary | |
Operative report | |
Marketing plan | |
Radiology report |
Question 3 |
What does the abbreviation “BID” stand for in a medical prescription?
Before meals | |
Twice a day | |
As needed | |
At bedtime |
Question 4 |
Which part of the body does the term "cardiovascular" refer to?
Muscles | |
Brain | |
Heart and blood vessels | |
Bones |
Question 5 |
In a medical context, what is “arthrocentesis”?
Surgical removal of a joint | |
Injection of fluid into a joint | |
Surgical incision of the heart | |
Removal of fluid from a joint |
Question 6 |
What is a "pulmonary embolism"?
A blood clot in the lung | |
A heart attack | |
Inflammation of the lungs | |
Pneumonia |
Question 7 |
What does the medical abbreviation “NPO” mean?
As needed | |
Nothing by mouth | |
No positive outcome | |
No prior orders |
Question 8 |
Which term refers to the removal of the gallbladder?
Cholecystectomy | |
Appendectomy | |
Hysterectomy | |
Gastrectomy |
Question 9 |
The abbreviation “PRN” means:
Immediately | |
By mouth | |
As needed | |
Every hour |
Question 10 |
What does “hypertension” refer to?
High blood pressure | |
Low blood pressure | |
A heart condition | |
High cholesterol |
Question 11 |
What is the function of a "spirometer"?
To measure blood pressure | |
To measure lung function | |
To measure body temperature | |
To measure heart rate |
Question 12 |
What is “hemoglobin”?
A type of blood cell | |
The oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells | |
A form of plasma | |
A type of white blood cell |
Question 13 |
Which medical term refers to an abnormal increase in white blood cells?
Leukopenia | |
Leukocytosis | |
Erythrocytosis | |
Thrombocytosis |
Question 14 |
What is the medical term for a stroke?
Myocardial infarction | |
Cerebrovascular accident | |
Arrhythmia | |
Angina |
Question 15 |
Which of the following medical reports is most likely to contain a detailed description of a surgical procedure?
Operative report | |
Pathology report | |
Physical therapy note | |
Consultation note |
Question 16 |
The abbreviation “Dx” refers to:
Diagnosis | |
Dialysis | |
Dilation | |
Dextrose |
Question 17 |
What does the abbreviation “t.i.d.” stand for?
Three times a day | |
Once a day | |
As needed | |
Every hour |
Question 18 |
What is the abbreviation for "with" in medical terminology?
q | |
c | |
w/ | |
s |
Question 19 |
What does the medical term “tachycardia” refer to?
Slow heart rate | |
High blood pressure | |
Fast heart rate | |
Low blood sugar |
Question 20 |
The medical abbreviation “CXR” stands for:
Chest X-ray | |
Colon X-ray | |
Cranial X-ray | |
Cardiac X-ray |
Question 21 |
What is the meaning of “pruritus”?
Swelling | |
Redness | |
Itching | |
Pain |
Question 22 |
In the medical context, "asystole" refers to:
Absence of a heartbeat | |
An irregular heart rhythm | |
High blood pressure | |
Low blood sugar |
Question 23 |
The term “hemostasis” refers to:
Stopping bleeding | |
Breathing function | |
Blood circulation | |
Heartbeat regulation |
Question 24 |
Which of the following organs is involved in "perfusion"?
Kidney | |
Heart | |
Liver | |
Stomach |
Question 25 |
What does “CVA” stand for in medical terminology?
Cerebral vascular accident | |
Chronic venous accident | |
Cardiac ventricular accident | |
Cystic viral aneurysm |
Question 26 |
Which of the following is used to describe an infection of the lung?
Pneumonia | |
Bronchitis | |
Tuberculosis | |
Asthma |
Question 27 |
What does “OTC” mean in the context of medications?
Over the counter | |
Oral tablet concentrate | |
Optimal therapeutic care | |
Optimal treatment combination |
Question 28 |
What is the purpose of a "colonoscopy"?
To examine the heart | |
To examine the colon | |
To examine the lungs | |
To remove gallstones |
Question 29 |
The term "chronic" refers to a condition that is:
Sudden and severe | |
Present for a long period | |
Temporary and minor | |
Always curable |
Question 30 |
What is “epistaxis”?
Nosebleed | |
Ear infection | |
Throat infection | |
Chest pain |
Question 31 |
The abbreviation “qhs” means:
Every hour | |
Every day | |
Every night at bedtime | |
Every week |
Question 32 |
What is the role of a “phlebotomist”?
Conducts surgery | |
Takes blood samples | |
Takes X-rays | |
Measures lung function |
Question 33 |
“Erythrocytes” refers to:
Red blood cells | |
White blood cells | |
Platelets | |
Plasma |
Question 34 |
What does “COPD” stand for?
Chronic obstruction of the pancreas duct | |
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | |
Coronary obstructive pulmonary disorder | |
Cardiac obstructive pulse disease |
Question 35 |
What is “lithotripsy” used to treat?
Kidney stones | |
Heart arrhythmia | |
Tumors | |
Gallstones |
Question 36 |
The medical term for the removal of a kidney is:
Nephrectomy | |
Cystectomy | |
Cholecystectomy | |
Splenectomy |
Question 37 |
What does “gastroenteritis” refer to?
Inflammation of the stomach and intestines | |
Infection of the liver | |
Swelling of the pancreas | |
Infection of the lungs |
Question 38 |
The term “insulin” refers to a hormone that:
Lowers blood sugar | |
Increases blood pressure | |
Reduces cholesterol | |
Controls breathing |
Question 39 |
What does “pediatrics” specialize in?
Heart conditions | |
Children’s health | |
Geriatric care | |
Bone fractures |
Question 40 |
The medical abbreviation “q4h” means:
Every hour | |
Every four hours | |
Every day | |
Every week |
Question 41 |
What does “sublingual” mean?
Under the tongue | |
Through the nose | |
Into the bloodstream | |
Via injection |
Question 42 |
What is “encephalopathy”?
Inflammation of the liver | |
Disease of the brain | |
Condition of the lungs | |
Swelling of the heart |
Question 43 |
The abbreviation “TID” stands for:
Three times a day | |
Once a day | |
Twice a day | |
Every hour |
Question 44 |
What does “MS” stand for in medical terms?
Mental state | |
Multiple sclerosis | |
Mitral stenosis | |
Muscular spasm |
Question 45 |
What is “tinnitus”?
Ringing in the ears | |
Vision impairment | |
Swelling in the legs | |
Nosebleed |
Question 46 |
What does “ST elevation” on an ECG indicate?
Heart attack | |
Low blood pressure | |
Stroke | |
Normal heart function |
Question 47 |
What is “cirrhosis”?
Liver disease | |
Lung disease | |
Kidney failure | |
Heart disease |
Question 48 |
What is a "biopsy"?
Removal and examination of tissue | |
X-ray of the bones | |
Analysis of blood pressure | |
Checking body temperature |
Question 49 |
What is the medical term for low blood sugar?
Hypoglycemia | |
Hyperglycemia | |
Hypotension | |
Hypertension |
Question 50 |
The abbreviation “b.i.d.” stands for:
Twice a day | |
Before meals | |
As needed | |
Every hour |
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