Another NCCT Review (WooHoo!)

The expected time frame to obtain a reading when measuring a temp w/ a digital thermometer is:

Question 9:

Which of the following is considered the normal pulse range for an adult patient?

The first step of patient teaching in regards to post-op instruction is:

Which of the following types of medication work to inhibit blood from clotting?

Question 18:

Once a medical assistant has made an appointment over the phone, he/she should:

Which angle should the needle be at when administering a SQ injection with a 1/2" needle?

Which of the following types of medications causes the pupils to dilate during ophthalmic exams

The MA is taking a BP on a pt w/ a (R) sided mastectomy. Which site should the MA take the BP?

A patient with a BP of 158-96 mm Hg is considered:

Question 6:

Question 25:

Question 3:

The pancreas produces the important substance known as:

Question 14:

Rx: Ampicillin 500mg po bid x10days. How many caps will be dispensed by the pharmacy?

Which of the following household systems of measurement is equivalent to 5mL?

Which of registration is required for providers to prescribe controlled substances?

Question 21:

Which is an appropriate disposal method for expired controlled rx med samples in the office?

A patient has a pulse ox reading of 88% on room air. Which condition does this indicate?

Which of the following immunizations contains an inactive pathogen vaccine?

To assure social and emotional growth, love and security are most essential during:

Question 2:

The MA measures the pt's BP @ 178/108 mmHg during vitals. Which action should the MA take?

Which of the following bacteria type is Gram-positive, cocci, and grows in clusters?

Question 35:

Which pregnancy risk drug category indicates the greatest risk of fetal harm?

Which of the following medications works to lower cholesterol?

Major depression would most commonly be treated with which of the following medications?

A call-back system may be used in phone triage in an office setting in order to determine:

A patient's weight of 155lbs is equivalent to:

Question 32:

Question 38:

Schedule I drugs are defined as:

Question 36:

Question 1:

Which of the following is most likely to cause a false low reading on an O2 Sat monitor?

Mrs. Adams is always late for her appointments. It is best to try to book this patient: