NHA CCMA question2
A provider prescribes a new diabetes medication during a patient's visit. Which of the following questions should the medical assistant ask the patient to ensure there are no potential medication interactions? "Are you are currently taking any over-the-counter, herbal, or prescription medications?" "Are you fasting?" "What is the date of your last menstrual period?" "What medications would you like the doctor to discontinue?"
"Are you are currently taking any over-the-counter, herbal, or prescription medications?"
A medical assistant is reinforcing teaching about medication administration at home with a patient. Which of the following statements should the assistant make regarding disposal of used needles? "Dispose of the used needles in the household trash can." "Collect the used needles in a recycle container to bring to the health care facility for disposal." "Dispose of the used needles in a biohazard sharps container." pharmacy or medical supply store. "Call your pharmacy for instructions on disposal of the used needles.
"Dispose of the used needles in a biohazard sharps container."
A medical assistant is providing instructions to a patient about how to take an extended-release medication orally. Which of the following patient statements indicates a need for further teaching? "I can crush or chew the pill if it is too hard for me to swallow." "I should drink plenty of water when taking the extended-release pill." "Extended-release pills provide a consistent amount of medication for my body to use over a period of time. "I should take my pill at the same time each day."
"I can crush or chew the pill if it is too hard for me to swallow."
A medical assistant is reinforcing teaching with a patient who is scheduled for a standard 12-lead EKG. Which of the following statements should the assistant make? "Your results will be provided immediately after the EKG is complete." "You must sit in an upright position during this procedure." "You will feel some electrical pulsations during this procedure." "You should refrain from talking during the procedure."
"You should refrain from talking during the procedure."
Which of the following is the minimum temperature for an autoclave to sterilize instruments? 65.5° C (150° F) 93.3° C (200° F) 121.1° C (250° F) 135° C (275° F)
121.1° C (250° F)
A medical assistant is performing a venipuncture. At which of the following angles should the assistant insert the needle? 15° 60° 45° 90°
15°
A medical assistant is caring for an infant who weighs 15 kg. How many pounds does the infant weigh? 12.8 1b 6.82 Ib 33 Ib 17 Ib
33 Ib
A medical assistant is performing a venipuncture. For which of the following amounts of time should the assistant observe the site after releasing pressure and applying a bandage to ensure there is no leakage? 15 to 30 seconds 45 to 60 seconds 5 to 10 seconds More than 60 seconds
5 to 10 seconds
A medical assistant discovers an unidentifiable liquid on the floor of one of the clinic's treatment rooms. Which of the following materials should the assistant use to remove and dispose of the liquid? A clean-up kit A mop and bleach Floor cleaning solution A surgical towel double bagged in trash bags
A clean-up kit
A medical assistant is viewing a patient's medical record to determine which diagnosis and procedure codes should be used for billing purposes, Which of the following describes this process? Auditing Reviewing Unbundling Abstracting
Abstracting
A medical assistant is viewing a patient's medical record to determine which diagnosis and procedure codes should be used for billing purposes. Which of the following describes this process? Auditing Reviewing Unbundling Abstracting
Abstracting
A medical assistant is administering a medication to a patient. Following administration, the patient experiences shortness of breath, dizziness, and throat tightening. The assistant should identify that the patient is likely experiencing which of the following? Septic shock Hematemesis Anaphylactic shock Hypothermia
Anaphylactic shock
A medical assistant is performing a patient intake. The patient states, "I eat once a day and exercise four times a day, but I still feel overweight." The assistant should identify that this statement by the patient describes which of the following conditions? Binge-eating disorder Bulimia nervosa Anemia Anorexia nervosa
Anorexia nervosa
Which of the following drug classifications reduces the progression of cancer cells? Antineoplastics Analgesics Antitussives Antiemetics
Antineoplastics
A medical assistant is administering eye ointment to a patient. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Hold the ointment tube parallel to and above the patient's eye Apply a thin ribbon of ointment along the conjunctival sac. Apply the ointment from the outer canthus to the inner canthus. Have the patient keep their eye open after application.
Apply a thin ribbon of ointment along the conjunctival sac.
A medical assistant is checking a patient's hearing using the Weber test. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Position a vibrating tuning fork over the patient's mastoid process. Invert a vibrating tuning fork while the patient still hears sound. Instruct the patient to raise their hand when they no longer hear any sound. Ask the patient if they hear the vibration louder in one ear than the other.
Ask the patient if they hear the vibration louder in one ear than the other.
A medical assistant is checking a patient's hearing using the Weber test. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Position a vibrating tuning fork over the patient's mastoid process. Invert a vibrating tuning fork while the patient still hears sound. Instruct the patient to raise their hand when they no longer hear any sound. Ask the patient if they hear the vibration louder in one ear than the other.
Ask the patient if they hear the vibration louder in one ear than the other.
A medical assistant is reinforcing teaching with a patient about obtaining a stool sample. Which of the following information should the assistant include? A sample can be obtained from an infant's diaper. Avoid retrieving a sample from toilet water A sample must be plated within 12 hr. A laxative should be used prior to providing a stool sample.
Avoid retrieving a sample from toilet water
At which of the following times should a medical assistant schedule a return appointment for an established patient? Prior to the patient being seen for their current appointment Before the patient leaves the office following their current appointment 2 weeks following their current appointment 1 month following their current appointment
Before the patient leaves the office following their current appointment
Which of the following laboratory values should a medical assistant report to the provider immediately? Blood glucose 500 mg/dL Potassium 4.1 mEg/L Hematocrit 42% Hemoglobin 15 g/dL
Blood glucose 500 mg/dL
A medical assistant is ensuring that documentation of preventative maintenance and screenings is included in the electronic health record (EHR) of a female patient who is 70 years old. The assistant should identify that which of the following screenings is performed every 2 years for females who are 65 years and older and should be documented in the patient's EHR? Bone density Lung cancer Colonoscopy Prostate cancer
Bone density
A medical assistant is ensuring that documentation of preventative maintenance and screenings is included in the electronic health record (EHR) of a female patient who is 70 years old. The assistant should identify that which of the following screenings is performed every 2 years for females who are 65 years and older and should be documented in the patient's EHR? Bone density Lung cancer Colonoscopy Prostate cancer
Bone density
A medical assistant is documenting in a patient's medical record after performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The assistant should identify that which of the following acronyms is used to indicate cardiopulmonary resuscitation? C CPT CRP CPR CC
CPR
A medical assistant is documenting in a patient's medical record after performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The assistant should identify that which of the following acronyms is used to indicate cardiopulmonary resuscitation? CPT CRP CPR CC
CPR
Which of the following is a step in the skin preparation process prior to a surgical procedure? Sterilize the surgical site. Clean the surgical site with antiseptic. Rinse the surgical site with warm water. Scrub the surgical site with a sterile brush.
Clean the surgical site with antiseptic.
Which of the following guidelines should a medical assistant follow when handling other potentially infectious materials (OPIMs)? Dispose of OPIMs in a standard waste basket. Clean up spills from OPIMs using a disinfectant. Set aside any broken specimen containers. Wipe off all specimen containers with a paper towel.
Clean up spills from OPIMs using a disinfectant.
According to OSHA, which of the following is a guideline for disposing of biomedical waste? Health care facilities should retain biomedical waste containers for over 30 days. Collection containers for biomedical waste should be leak proof and strong. Hiring a biomedical waste disposal service is optional for health care facilities. Biomedical waste containers should be labeled with the date of disposal.
Collection containers for biomedical waste should be leak proof and strong.
Which of the following is a component of a patient's health record and represents the foundation and starting point of all patient-provider contacts? Release of information Complete medical history Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) Informed consent form
Complete medical history
Which of the following is a component of a patient's health record and represents the foundation and starting point of all patient-provider contacts? Release of information Complete medical history Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) Informed consent form
Complete medical history
A medical assistant provides preprocedural instructions to a patient that may require IV contrast and nothing by mouth for 4 to 6 hr. For which of the following diagnostic procedures are these instructions intended? Mammogram Ultrasound Computed tomography (CT) scan X-ray
Computed tomography (CT) scan
A medical assistant receives a phone call from a parent of a child who has possibly ingested a household cleaner. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Tell the parent to call back after obtaining the child's vital signs. Instruct the parent to administer syrup of ipecac to the child. Direct the parent to manually induce vomiting. Contact the local poison control center.
Contact the local poison control center.
A medical assistant is preparing to store medications. Which of the following information is true regarding the storage of medications? To save space for new medications, the same medications should be combined into one box. All medications should be stored in the refrigerator. Controlled substances should be stored in a location that is different from regular medications. Stock medications and sample medications can be stored together.
Controlled substances should be stored in a location that is different from regular medications.
Which of the following pieces of equipment is used for removing cancers of the skin? Electrosurgical unit Operating microscope Cryoprobe Endoscope
Cryoprobe
A patient's inability to trust health care workers is an example of which of the following barriers in health care? Language Boundaries Cultural competence Cultural differences
Cultural differences
A medical assistant is checking a requisition prior to collecting blood from a patient. Which of the following information should the assistant obtain from the patient prior to the procedure? Date of birth Social Security number Diagnosis Address
Date of birth
A medical assistant is assisting a patient who refuses to accept their terminal illness diagnosis. The assistant should identify that this patient is in which of the following Kübler-Ross stages of grief? Denial Anger Bargaining Depression
Denial
A superbill must include which of the following information to ensure accurate billing? Diagnosis code Authorization number Return visit date Security code
Diagnosis code
A medical assistant should identify that which of the following is the term used to describe the aseptic technique that involves killing pathogens or rendering them inactive? Sterilization Disinfection Sanitization Hand hygiene
Disinfection
A medical assistant is filling out an incident report following exposure to a patient's blood. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Submit the incident report to the front desk. Include a copy of the incident report in the patient's health record. Document witness statements in the incident report. Document the incident report in pencil for easy editing.
Document witness statements in the incident report.
A medical assistant is filling out an incident report following exposure to a patient's blood. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Submit the incident report to the front desk. Include a copy of the incident report in the patient's health record. Document witness statements in the incident report. Document the incident report in pencil for easy editing.
Document witness statements in the incident report.
A patient arrives at an emergency department with a large laceration to the wrist that is bleeding profusely. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take first? Don gloves. Elevate the extremity above the wound site. Examine the wound site for foreign objects
Don gloves.
A medical assistant should identify that which of the following procedures requires prior authorization? Pulmonary function test (PFT) Electrocardiogram(EKG) Endoscopy Urinalysis
Endoscopy
A medical assistant is removing staples from a wound. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Gently place the jaw of the staple remover on the top of the staple. Carefully tilt the staple remover downward until the staple lifts out. Gently place the jaw of the staple remover under the staple. Dispose of staples in the waste basket.
Gently place the jaw of the staple remover under the staple.
Which of the following sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is bacterial? Gonorrhea Herpes simplex Trichomoniasis Pubic lice
Gonorrhea
A medical assistant is obtaining vital signs from a 6-year-old child. The assistant should identify that which of the following vital signs is outside the expected reference range for this patient and should be reported to the provider? Respiratory rate 22/min Heart rate 140/min Blood pressure 110/72 mm Hg Temperature 37° C (98.6° F)
Heart rate 140/min
A medical assistant is assisting the provider with a patient who experienced an ankle sprain. The assistant should expect the provider to prescribe which of the following to treat the ankle sprain? Cast Opioid analgesic Ice Heat
Ice
A medical assistant is performing an EKG for a patient and notes a life-threatening arrhythmia. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Unhook the patient from the machine and tell them to return later for their results. Tell the patient that their EKG is normal. Tell the patient that their EKG is abnormal. Keep the patient hooked up to the machine and notify the provider immediately.
Keep the patient hooked up to the machine and notify the provider immediately.
A medical assistant is performing an EKG for a patient and notes a life-threatening arrhythmia. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? Unhook the patient from the machine and tell them to return later for their results. Tell the patient that their EKG is normal. Tell the patient that their EKG is abnormal. Keep the patient hooked up to the machine and notify the provider immediately.
Keep the patient hooked up to the machine and notify the provider immediately.
A medical assistant is performing a hematology test. Which of the following tubes should the assistant use for this test? Serum-separator Red Light green Lavender
Lavender
The National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1988 requires which of the following information about the immunization be documented in a pediatric patient's permanent medical record? Address of the manufacturer Date the vaccine was manufactured Ingredients in the vaccine Lot number of the vaccine
Lot number of the vaccine
A medical assistant is evaluating red blood cells (RBCs) microscopically. The assistant should identify that which of the following refers to an enlarged RBC? Normochromic Normocytic Macrocytic Hypochromic
Macrocytic
Which of the following may result in a denied claim? The patient is covered by an insurance plan. A procedure was listed as an insurance benefit. Preauthorization for services was obtained. Medical necessity was unconfirmed.
Medical necessity was unconfirmed.
Which of the following may result in a denied claim? The patient is covered by an insurance plan. A procedure was listed as an insurance benefit. Preauthorization for services was obtained. Medical necessity was unconfirmed.
Medical necessity was unconfirmed.
Which of the following organelle structures serves as the site of cellular respiration and energy production? Nucleolus Ribosomes Nucleus Mitochondrion
Mitochondrion
A medical assistant should identify that which of the following pieces of equipment must be disinfected before and after use? Otoscope Nasal specula Surgical scissors
Nasal specula
Which of the following procedures should a medical assistant schedule for a patient who requires a kidney stone to be removed? Dialysis Blood transfusion Nephrolithotomy Urostomy
Nephrolithotomy
A medical assistant notices that the medical office is not providing personal protective equipment (PPE) for staff. Which of the following regulatory agencies should the assistant contact? OSHA CLIA The Joint Commission (TjC) Department of Health and Human Services'
OSHA
Which of the following describes the disorder in which a person continually checks the door locks? Generalized anxiety disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder Panic disorder Autism spectrum disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
A medical assistant is attempting to locate the best available vein for a venipuncture. Which of the following actions should the assistant take to feel a vein bounce? Apply a tourniquet. Warm the area. Palpate the area. Apply ice to the area.
Palpate the area.
A medical assistant is examining the skin on a patient's forearm where the patient reports developing a rash. The assistant notes multiple solid elevations that are less than 0.5 cm (0.2 in) in diameter. Which of the following terms should the assistant use to document their observations in the patient's medical record? Papules Macules Vesicles Pustules
Papules
Which of the following clinical roles identifies patient needs and barriers, assists with coordination of care, and assists patients with finding community resources? Coders Patient navigators Billers Medical laboratory assistant
Patient navigators
Which of the following clinical roles identifies patient needs and barriers, assists with coordination of care, and assists patients with finding community resources? Coders Patient navigators Billers Medical laboratory assistant
Patient navigators
A medical assistant is researching community resources that provide holistic care for a patient. Which of the following resources should the assistant select? Skilled nursing facility Patient-centered medical home (PCMH) Assisted living facility Home health care
Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
A medical assistant is researching community resources that provide holistic care for a patient. Which of the following resources should the assistant select? Skilled nursing facility Patient-centered medical home (PCMH) Assisted living facility Home health care
Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
A medical assistant is preparing to submit a referral to a cardiologist via fax. Which of the following actions should the assistant take first? Dial the receiving fax machine's telephone number. Check the fax machine's connection Prepare a fax cover sheet. Scan the document.
Prepare a fax cover sheet.
Which of the following statements explains the purpose of Meaningful Use guidelines? Providers must show they are using electronic health record (EHR) systems in ways that only quality can be measured. Providers must show they are using electronic health record (EHR) systems in ways that only quantity of care can be measured. Providers must show they are using electronic health record (EHR) systems in ways that can be measured significantly in both quantity and quality. Providers must show they are using electronic health record (EHR) systems in ways that show quantity of care does not impact quality measurement.
Providers must show they are using electronic health record (EHR) systems in ways that can be measured significantly in both quantity and quality.
A medical assistant is providing education to a patient about disease prevention. Which of the following is an example of disease prevention? Providing an adolescent patient educational material about tobacco use Providing an instructional video based on the patient's treatment plan Providing a patient with information about colon cancer screenings Explaining how and when to perform a self-breast exam
Providing an adolescent patient educational material about tobacco use
Which of the following actions by a medical assistant is an example of disease prevention coaching? Providing instructions about effective hand washing Providing hands-on instruction about how to check a blood glucose level at home Providing a patient with information about colon cancer screenings Providing an adolescent patient educational material about tobacco use
Providing instructions about effective hand washing
According to OSHA guidelines, a medical assistant should dispose of blood-soiled gauze dressings in which of the following? Red biohazard bag Sharps container Trash can with clear leak-proof liner Purple medical waste container
Red biohazard bag
Which of the following signed forms should be on file in a patient's electronic health record in order for the medical assistant to discuss the patient's claim with a third-party payer? Medical records release Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) Advance directives Release of information
Release of information
A medical assistant is preparing an examination room for a wellness screening. Which of the following actions should the assistant take to ensure the safety of the patient? Dim the lighting in the examination room. Remove clutter from the examination room. Reuse the examination table paper Clean and stock the examination room weekly.
Remove clutter from the examination room.
A medical assistant is preparing an examination room for a wellness screening. Which of the following actions should the assistant take to ensure the safety of the patient? Dim the lighting in the examination room. Remove clutter from the examination room. Reuse the examination table paper. Clean and stock the examination room weekly.
Remove clutter from the examination room.
Which of the following links in the chain of infection describes the site where an infection can be stored? Portal of entry Susceptible host Reservoir Portal of exit
Reservoir
A provider suspects that a patient has fibromyalgia. A medical assistant should expect the provider to refer the patient to which of the following specialists? Gynecologist Ophthalmologist Gastroenterologist Rheumatologist
Rheumatologist
After a patient leaves an examination room, which of the following actions should a medical assistant take to prepare the examination table for the next patient? Wipe the table with a 50% solution of household bleach in water. Roll up the disposable paper on the table tightly and quickly. Crumple the paper before disposing of it. Place the pillow on top of the fresh paper on the table.
Roll up the disposable paper on the table tightly and quickly.
A medical assistant is collecting a urine specimen from a patient for a drug screening. Which of the following actions should the assistant take to adhere to the chain of custody for this specimen? Ensure the specimen has a volume of 20 mL. Record the specimen's temperature 8 min after collection. Send the specimen to the testing laboratory on the same day as the collection. Ask the provider to supervise the collection and shipment of the specimen.
Send the specimen to the testing laboratory on the same day as the collection.
A medical assistant is preparing a patient who has psoriasis to be examined by the provider. When inspecting the patient's skin lesions, the assistant should expect to observe which of the following characteristics? Yellow, waxy Gray, crusty Silvery, scaly Brown, flat
Silvery, scaly
Which of the following tests measures ventilation function in a normal breath of a patient? Pulse oximetry Spirometry CT scan of the pulmonary arteries High-resolution computerized tomography (HRCT) scan
Spirometry
A medical assistant is speaking on the phone with a patient who is very upset. After unsuccessfully diffusing the situation, which of the following individuals should the assistant notify? Supervisor Coworker Provider Patient's family member
Supervisor
Which of the following is a commonly misused word or phrase in written communication to a patient? Anyway Suppose to Toward Used to
Suppose to
Which of the following is a commonly misused word or phrase in written communication to a patient? Anyway Suppose to Toward Used to
Suppose to
During a routine venipuncture, the patient becomes pale and diaphoretic. The medical assistant should identify that the patient is experiencing which of the following? Syncope Seizure Nausea Shock
Syncope
Which of the following describes when a primary care provider, pharmacist, therapist, and a medical assistant work together to ensure the appropriate dose of psychotic drugs are being prescribed for a patient? Teamwork Cultural diversity Patient Advocacy Work ethics
Teamwork
Which of the following describes when a primary care provider, pharmacist, therapist, and a medical assistant work together to ensure the appropriate dose of psychotic drugs are being prescribed for a patient? Teamwork Cultural diversity Patient Advocacy Work ethics
Teamwork
Which of the following should a medical assistant verify when preparing a medication for a patient? The patient's employer The rights of medication administration The patient's insurance The patient's home address
The rights of medication administration
When utilizing an electronic health record (EHR) system for printing computer-generated labels for specimens, which of the following should the medical assistant manually write on the specimen once a venipuncture is completed? Laboratory requisition number Patient's name and date of birth Time and assistant's initials Patient's medical record number
Time and assistant's initials
When removing sutures, why is it important for a medical assistant to place the removed sutures on a gauze pad? To present to the provider for pathology evaluation To maintain the sterility of the sutures To help select the procedure code for billing purposes To determine the number of sutures removed
To determine the number of sutures removed
A medical assistant is assisting a provider with the repair of a laceration on a patient's head. The provider's prescription for the procedure includes an injection of 10 mL of lidocaine with epinephrine. The assistant should recognize that which of the following is the purpose of epinephrine in the local anesthetic? To reduce bleeding at the site To reduce the patient's blood pressure the effectiveness of the anesthetic. To prevent an allergic reaction to the lidocaine To decrease the likelihood of infection
To reduce bleeding at the site
A medical assistant is preparing a sterile field for a minor surgery. Which of the following should the assistant identify as a potential contamination? Touching the inside of the sterile pack Touching the outer edges of the sterile pack Opening the final flap of the sterile pack toward their body Opening the sides of the sterile pack outward
Touching the inside of the sterile pack
Which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when communicating with a group of diverse patients? Incorporate generational terms. Include slang. Avoid eye contact. Use a calm tone of voice.
Use a calm tone of voice.
When speaking with an older adult patient who has moderate hearing loss, which of the following actions should a medical assistant take to aid in communication with the patient? Use hand gestures. Speak in a higher pitch. Speak softly. Overenunciate words
Use hand gestures.
A medical assistant should identify that which of the following represents a potential contamination of a specimen that can result in testing errors or inaccurate results? Using non-expired collection containers Using a well-mixed specimen before the aliquot is removed Using a large volume of specimen Using a hemolyzed blood specimen
Using a hemolyzed blood specimen
A medical assistant should identify that which of the following represents a potential contamination of a specimen that can result in testing errors or inaccurate results? Using non-expired collection containers Using a well-mixed specimen before the aliquot is removed Using a large volume of specimen Using a hemolyzed blood specimen
Using a hemolyzed blood specimen
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a physical examination. Which of the following steps should the assistant take first? Give the patient a paper gown. Verify the patient's identity. Record the patient's vital signs. Assist the patient into Fowler's position.
Verify the patient's identity.
Which of the following dietary supplements promotes bone health? Folic acid Iron Vitamin D Fiber
Vitamin D
A medical assistant is obtaining a patient's orthostatic vital signs. The assistant should identify that which of the following information is true regarding orthostatic vital signs? Orthostatic vital signs can be obtained as soon as the patient enters the exam room. The position order for obtaining orthostatic vital signs is standing, sitting, then lying. Dizziness is an expected finding for a patient who is having their orthostatic vital signs measured. Wait 1 min after each position change before obtaining the patient's orthostatic vital signs.
Wait 1 min after each position change before obtaining the patient's orthostatic vital signs.
