Patient has nosebleed, what is most appropriate first action to be taken by medical assistant?

Tilt the patient's head forward

Which of the following steps for a finger stick should a CCMA complete first?

Confirm the correct identity of the patient.

Which requires a referral from a PCP to schedule an appointment with specialist?

Health maintenance organization (HMO)

"It's an infection, I don't have cancer!" What actions should MA take to help stages of grief?

Reinforce education about the patients disease process

The MA can prevent lawsuits by...

documenting and initialing each note

Which health care delivery models emphasize patients involvement in their own health care?

Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)

Which of the following is likely considered outside the scope of practice for a medical assistant?

perform CLIA high complexity tests

Medical Assistants give IM injections using:

A 1-1/12 inch needle depending on the size of the patient

Which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when administering eye ointment?

Apply a thin ribbon of ointment along the conjunctival sac

When sanitizing instruments the MA should:

Use a metal brush to remove particles from the instrument

What question should the CCMA ask when drawing Cholesterol tests(LDL,HDL,Triglycerides,)

ask if they had anything to eat/drink in the past 12 hours

CCMA is washing infectious debris off surgical instruments. What actions should be taken?

Wear utility gloves while sanitizing the instruments

Which steps should MA take to follow aseptic guidelines when giving injections?

Wipe the injection site with an alcohol pad

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1
What details disclosed by the patient should MA recognize as indication of bulimia nervosa?
Ritualistic behavior
Starvation
Laxative use
Counting calories
2
What PPE does OSHA require for a venous blood draw
Gloves
Eye protection
Mask
Face shield
3
A patient faints in the reception room and falls to the floor. The medical assistant should do this first?
Place a pillow under their head
Roll them to their right side
Ask if they have any allergies
Check for a pulse
4
Patient has nosebleed, what is most appropriate first action to be taken by medical assistant?
Tilt the patient's head forward
Call 911
Tell patient to lie down
Apply Ice to patient's nose
5
A low fiber, high fat diet is a risk factor for what disease?
colorectal cancer
cholelithisis
Cirrhosis
crohn's disease
6
Who ultimately decides whether a medical record can be released
Medical assistant
Office manager
Physician
Patient
7
MA should identify that the term "contralateral" has which of the following meaning?
Directed upward
On the same side
On the opposite side
Directed downward
8
MA prepared a referral for a patient reporting symptoms of vertigo to which specialist?
Otolaryngologist
Anesthesiologist
Neurologist
Ophthalmologist
9
Which of the following steps for a finger stick should a CCMA complete first?
Cleanse the site with an antiseptic wipe.
Position the blade of lancet across the lines of fingertip.
Confirm the correct identity of the patient.
Cleanse the site with an antiseptic wipe.
10
Which requires a referral from a PCP to schedule an appointment with specialist?
Preferred provider organization (PPO)
Health maintenance organization (HMO)
Pay-for-performance
Exclusive provider organization (EPO)
11
Which medical term means "tumor?"
leuk
metr
itis
oma
12
LMP is an abbreviation for:
last menstrual period
lasting memory perception
last meal preparation
lymph node multiple present
13
"It's an infection, I don't have cancer!" What actions should MA take to help stages of grief?
Refer the patient to a support group
Redirect the patient's attention away from angry feelings
Reinforce education about the patients disease process
Encourage the patient to express sadness
14
Which medical record content areas include patients demographic data?
Assessment
Objective
Plan
Subjective
15
Which of the following is NOT one of the five stages of grief?
delusions
bargaining
denial
anger
16
The MA can prevent lawsuits by...
obtaining a diagnosis for patient from internet
not reporting minor issues
suggesting prescriptions for treatment
documenting and initialing each note
17
What should the CCMA instruct a patient to do if an electrode on a Holter monitor comes loose?
Go to the emergency room
Place tape over the monitor
Move the electrodes
Leave the monitor off
18
Which defense mechanism is externalization of guilt, blame, or responsibility?
Apathy
Projection
Undoing
Denial
19
What organ produces vitamin D, provides protection, and helps regulate body temperature?
Skin
Liver
Lung
Brain
20
Which health care delivery models emphasize patients involvement in their own health care?
Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
Hospice
Home health agency
Accountable care organization (ACOs)
21
MA should identify the term "oophorectomy" has which of the following meanings?
Removal of the ovaries
Breaking down of blood cells
Brain disorder
Opening in the windpipe
22
The medical root word "malacia" means what?
softening
spot
bad, harmful
large
23
Which medical term means blood?
spin/o
phleb/o
cardi/o
hemat/o
24
An MA is encouraging a pt. to eat more fiber. Which foods should the MA recommend?
Eggs
Chicken breast
Apples
Cottage cheese
25
Which of the following is likely considered outside the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
record quality control results on a log sheet
verify equipment functionality using a control material
perform CLIA high complexity tests
perform additional tests on different instruments for validation
26
Which of the following types of injections requires a wheal to appear
z-track
intradermal
intramuscular
subcutaneous
27
Controlled substances that are considered to be illegal and of no medical use are classified as
Schedule 2
Schedule 3
Schedule 1
Schedule 4
28
Which duty is an MA allowed to perform independently?
Record vital signs
Give medical advice
Provide medication samples
Prescribe medication
29
What is the CCMA's role in pulmonary function testing?
direct the pt in the use of inhaler used in testing
check vital signs throughout the test
coach the pt. through the test
administer proper medication prior to the test
30
Intramuscular injections should be administered at which angle?
45 degrees
15 degrees
90 degrees
180 degrees
31
Which needle length and gauge would the medical assistant choose to give an IM injection
1/2 inch- 22g
1 1/2 inch-22g
1 inch - 18g
1 inch -25g
32
The lab report on a pt indicates at hemoglobin of 7g/dl What action should the CCMA take?
repeat the tests to ensure accuracy
inform pt.
notify the provider
record the results
33
Medical Assistants give IM injections using:
A 1-1/12 inch needle depending on the size of the patient
a 5/8-1/2 inch needle
a tuberculine syringe
a 1/2 inch - 1 inch needle
34
Which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when administering eye ointment?
Apply ointment from the outer canthus to the inner canthus
Have the patient keep her eye open after application
Hold the ointment tube parallel to & above the patient's eye
Apply a thin ribbon of ointment along the conjunctival sac
35
How often should a patient's medical history be reviewed by the assistant?
Every six months
When they feel like it
Every appointment
Every 6 weeks
36
Which of these is the most common defense mechanism?
anger
repression
denial
empathy
37
Patient has had a Cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Which therapy will assist regaining function?
Massage therapy
Physical therapy
Respiratory therapy
Behavioral therapy
38
When sanitizing instruments the MA should:
Place instruments in a closed position
Wear surgical gloves
Use a metal brush to remove particles from the instrument
Wipe instruments with a paper cloth
39
What question should the CCMA ask when drawing Cholesterol tests(LDL,HDL,Triglycerides,)
ask pt. to tell you when they feel a pinch
Ask pt if they had water within the past 12 hours
Ask the pt. if he/she took medication that day
ask if they had anything to eat/drink in the past 12 hours
40
CCMA is washing infectious debris off surgical instruments. What actions should be taken?
Use a soft-bristled brush to clean surface of instruments
Wear utility gloves while sanitizing the instruments
Keep all hinged instruments closed
Soak instruments in bleach solution to sterilize them prior
41
A medical assistant is preparing to autoclave instruments, what is required?
Sterilization indicators
Purified water
Cotton balls
Masking tape
42
I regret not taking better care of myself. Now I wont be able to accomplish what i want. Grief stage?
Acceptance
Depression
Bargaining
Anger
43
Patient-centered medical home has five functions and attributes. What features are included?
Electronic health records incentives
Comprehensive care
Affordable health care
Ambulatory services
44
A cerebrovascular accident can also be called a
heart attack
aneurysm
stroke
arrhythmia
45
medical term for inflammation of the tonsils
squamous
sebaceous
homeostasis
tonsillitis
46
Which foods should a MA recommend to a patient who needs to increase her intake of vitamin A?
Potatoes
Blueberries
Cauliflower
Oranges
47
Which of the following regulations set the minimum standards for medical laboratory practice and quality?
CLIA
HIPAA
DEA
OSHA
48
Which steps should MA take to follow aseptic guidelines when giving injections?
Use the same needle for drawing and injecting
Don full PPE
Wipe the injection site with an alcohol pad
Dispose of the syringe with the needle pointed upward
49
Which medical term means incision of?
necrosis
ectomy
stenosis
otomy
50
Which items included on CMS-1500 claim form should MA recognize indicating medical necessity?
Charges
Diagnosis code
Modifier
Place of service
51
What concentration of bleach solution should MA use to disinfectant clinical setting?
1:20
1:10
1:5
1:1
52
Abbreviation for medication to be taken four times a day:
qs
qd
qh
qid
53
Which medical term means head?
cephal/o
abdomin/o
cardi/o
neur/o
54
In which of the following positions should a medical assistant place a patient for a spirometry test?
Lying supine with their arms crossed
Chin tucked toward the chest
Standing bent at the waist
Seated upright with their chin elevated
55
Patient sees a specialist for hyperthyroidism. The CCMA should consult which of the following:
Cardiology
Endocrinology
Urology
Gastroenterology
56
According to Dr Kubler-Ross, how many stages of grief are there?
3
6
5
4
57
A patient has a blood glucose of 502. What should the CCMA do?
Redo the test to check for errors
Record Findings
Notify physician of critical value
Ask the patient to take deep breaths
58
According to Ericksons psychosocial theory, an adolescent experiences which stages?
Autonomy vs shame and guilt
Initiative vs guilt
Industry vs inferiority
Identity vs role confusion
59
Medical term that means hearing loss:
COCHLEAR DEFECT
PRESBYCUSIS
PRESBYOPIA
MYOPIA
60
CDC recommends the minimal length of time for hand washing with soap and water is?
10 seconds
25 seconds
20 seconds
15 seconds
61
MA reviewing charges for in-office procedure. What term is the max reimbursement of third-party
Allowable amount
Deductible
Fee schedule
Coinsurance
62
Anatomical Position
Standing erect with arms rotated so palms are facing forward
Standing erect with palms against thighs
Standing erect with arms extended perpendicular to the torso
Standing erect with arms rotated so thumbs are facing inward
63
The oldest and largest system of privately sponsored insurance.
Champus
Blue cross/ blue shield
Medicare
Medicaid
64
To be a successful member of the team, what action should MA take?
Include personal feelings in work decisions
Focus on achieving individual goals
Report all team conflicts to the supervisor
Demonstrate willingness to perform extra duties
65
A 19 yo patient offers her arm to the medical assistant when she comes in with a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope...
informed consent.
implied consent.
parental consent.
verbal consent.
66
Which of the following medical devices is used to measure blood pressure?
speculum
otoscope
sphygmomanometer
ophthalmoscope
67
What is the medical term for vomiting?
hemiplegia
syncope
emesis
epistaxis
68
The study of drugs and their actions in the body is called
pharmacognosy.
pharmacology.
pharmacodynamics.
pharmacy.
69
The first step for venipuncture is:
Label tubes
Greet & ID patient
Collect supplies
70
The Notice of Privacy Practice of the medical office is given to
Patients who are referred from a different medical office
Patients who are seen on a regular basis
Patient who are seen for annual physicals
All patients seen in the medical office
71
When obtaining a head circumference of an infant the CCMA should
place the infant in the prone position
ask the parent to take the head circumference
place the measuring tape just below the infants ears
take the head measurement and record to 1/4 inch (0.6cm)
72
which of the following injections does not require stretching the skin taunt
none of the above
intramuscular
subcutaneous
intradermal
73
What resources provides information about the use of chemicals in a medical facility?
OSHA Form 301
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
Emergency action plan
Safety data sheet (SDS)
74
What should a CCMA do to prevent patient accidents in the clinical setting
Store cleaning supplies on top of cabinets
Bundle computer cables
Stand w/feet together when transferring a patient
Clean a spill on the hallway floor using a towel
75
Which provider specializes in the treatment of interstitial cystitis?
Urologist
Pathologist
Cardiologist
Immunologist
76
According to the stages of grief defined by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, which stage is bargaining?
4th
1st
3rd
2nd
77
What Elizabeth Kubler-Ross's Stages of Grief is "No not me."
Depression
Anger
Bargaining
Denial
78
What referral will be given to an older, disabled patient with a lesion on her arm?
Home health care
Hospice care
Rehabilitation services
Diagnostic services
79
Which of the following medical terms refers to an area toward the back?
Proximal
Ventral
Dorsal
Medical
80
abbreviation for potassium
Fe
Au
P
K
81
MA should identify the term "presbyopia" has which of the following meanings?
Weakened bones
Kidney infection
Drooping eyelids
Age-related vision loss
82
A diagnostic procedure that produces images of body structures?
Audiometry
Holter monitoring
Electromyography
Computed tomography
83
The amount charged for a medical insurance policy is the
premium.
usual fee.
copayment.
coinsurance.
84
The medical term for the condition also known as a yeast infection
pruritus vulvae
candidiasis
colporrhea
leukorrhea
85
The abbreviation for diagnosis
DS
DA
DX
Db
86
A CCMA should recognize this as the clinical purpose of contrast media in diagnostic imaging
Makes body structures easier to see through
Protects internal organs from radiation
Highlights the inner contours of body structures
Indicates the location of bones
87
Which of the following is not a responsibility of the medical assistant in the clinical lab?
Obtaining and labeling specimens
Interpreting abnormal results & giving patients a diagnosis
Providing proper patient preparation
Developing a knowledge of the normal ranges of result
88
Which medical term is related to anterior
ventral
superior
deep
superficial

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