NHA: CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT PRACTICE EXAM 2

1All of the following are tests that check the liver function EXCEPT:

Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)

What of the following is used to grasp tissue, muscle or skin around a wound?

Allis tissue forceps

Which of the following is NOT true regarding irrigation of the ear?

Gently pull the auricle up and back for a child to straighten the ear canal

Which is the first phase of the wound healing process?

Lag

The physician tells you to put topical medication on the pectoral area. Where would you put it?

Chest

Which medical term is NOT spelled correctly?

Diaphragm

The federal government enacted a standard practice for confidentiality and release of patient information as it applies to computers. This information is found in the federal register under what abbreviation?

HIPAA

The Medical Assistant knows that symptoms of insulin shock are:

Diaphoresis, confusion, and a decreased blood sugar reading

When using the autoclave for sterilization, a log of the cycle should be kept. What information does NOT have to be recorded on the log?

The birth date of the autoclave operator

Abscess specimens should be transported in which of the following?

Anaerobic transport vial

Water is an example of a(n):

Inorganic compound

What is the substance called that is released when the red blood cell dies?

Bilirubin

Of these, which represents 1024 bytes?

Kilobyte

What pulse is taken at the wrist?

Radial

What is the preferred bandage material the Medical Assistant will use when pressure is required to a wound or surgical site?

An elastic bandage

The Medical Assistant is examining a patient's pulse rate and rhythm. A pulse which lacks a regular rhythm is said to have a/an:

Arrhythmia

Of the following, which was established by Title 19 of the Social Security Act and is administered by each state?

Medicaid

Which Endocrine Agent is used for the thyroid?

Synthroid

If a patient files chapter 13, what is the course of action?

File a claim according to the patient's attorney

What is the common root that means "stone?"

Calc/I

Calibration verification consists of running how many tests?

Three standards every six months

What must be offered to all employees who may be exposed to blood borne pathogens?

Vaccination for hepatitis B

Which of the following describes the popliteal pulse site?

Back of the knee

When referring to surgical procedures, which suffix means "creation of a new opening for drainage?"

-stomy

Which AHA labeled electrode is green?

Right leg

What type of medication is used to relieve cough?

An antitussive

Which of the following best explains the Sims position?

Lie on the left side with the left arm behind the body and left leg slightly flexed

A laboratory that only performs waived tests needs a:

Certificate of waiver

What test is NOT effective with induced sputum?

Bacteria

Which of the following is the fourth stage of the AIDS infection cycle?

AIDS

What is MOST likely the reason that chemical sterilization would be used?

The instruments cannot stand the autoclave's high temperatures

What is the BEST way for liquid, infectious wastes to be properly disposed of?

Contained in a leak-proof container

Herpes viruses are what infection?

Latent

When administering a subcutaneous injection, the Medical Assistant understands that this is:

An injection that is given with a 25G - 27G needle that is ½ to 5/8 inches long

This agent is an ovarian agent:

Premarin

What does the prefix "arthro" refer to?

Joints

An important responsibility of the Medical Assistant is to secure prescription pads from potential theft. The MA should:

Protect the signature stamps and lock up the prescription pads

Which of the following coding systems is a "prospective fixed Medicare fee structure for hospital billing of inpatient services based on principal diagnosis?"

DRG

The physician orders 15 mg of Tylenol per kilogram (kg) of body weight. How many milligrams will you give?

120 mg

When is facial expression important while talking to patients?

On the phone and in person

When using the "medical handwashing procedure," what is considered the preferred method of turning off the faucet once your hands have been washed?

Use a paper towel or cloth towel to turn it off

What pathological condition has a suffix of -rrhexis?

Rupture

Which of the following drugs is classified as a proton pump inhibitor?

Protonix

What is a complication that could occur with intravenous therapy that involves the solution entering the tissue around the vein?

Infiltration

What is true concerning a fenestrated sterile drape?

It has an opening in the middle and is placed over the area of the patient where a surgical incision will be made

What is used for clotting the blood?

Platelets

A common disorder of the eye that results in damage of the optic nerve from increased intraocular pressure is:

Glaucoma

What regulates the secretion of bile for digestion?

Gallbladder

How many tarsal bones are there?

7

The physician orders 300 mg of an antibiotic medication to be taken tid for 10 days. The medication is only available in 150 mg capsule form. How many capsules will the patient need to complete the course of therapy?

60

The container that houses the specimen must include information about when the specimen was taken, by whom, etc. This is covered under what QA component?

Specimen identification

Which position should the patient be instructed to lie in for the doctor to examine the chest, heart, extremities, breasts, or abdomen?

Supine

Which of the following is one of the most common blood tests for kidney functions?

BUN

The bank prepares this check as a substitute for a regular check in case the drawer forgets his or her checkbook:

Counter check

What is dyspnea?

Shortness of breath

What type of pulse is assessed on the wrist side of the arm?

The radial pulse

Which of the following would MOST likely be the result of the use of a very tight tourniquet?

Inaccurate test results

Sending a patient a bill each month for medical services he/she received is known as what?

Monthly billing

This modifier explains bilateral procedures. What is it?

50

When someone is experiencing "dysphoria," what are the symptoms?

Depressed, melancholy mood

What is NOT true concerning quality control in the laboratory setting?

Quality control is not a responsibility of the Medical Assistant

What is the normal respiration rate for a child 7 to 14 years old?

15 to 25

One component of radiation safety is a lead shield. All of the following are true regarding lead shielding EXCEPT:

Lead shields are not needed by the staff

The blood type of A means the patient has what serum antibody(ies)?

Anti-B

What type of item is a skin sensor used to capture or monitor electrical activity of various organs?

Electrode

Hepatitis B and Rubella are examples of diseases that are caused by:

Viruses

Of the following options, which is the second step in the venipuncture process?

Identify the arm the patient prefers

What is a leiomyoma?

A benign tumor in smooth muscle

If someone is exposed to potentially infectious blood or body fluids, the incident must be reported \____ to supervisor and employee health personnel.

Immediately

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

Produces hard keratinized structures or "nails"

Which lab results need to be communicated to the provider immediately?

Critical lab value

Of the following routes of drug administration, which defines medicine that is given sublingually?

Beneath the tongue dissolves

What is the medical term for the lack of color to the skin or paleness?

Pallor

A laryngoscope is an instrument used most commonly by a specialist in:

Otolaryngologist

If a patient in New Jersey requests a 3:00 PM call back from a medical assistant in Georgia. In order to honor that request, the medical assistant will make the call at what time (Georgia time)?

3:00 PM

Information on a patient's chart about the reason he is seeking medical care is generally listed under what section of the chart?

Chief complaint

Which is not a step for a wound specimen collection?

Disinfect the wound

What is NOT a contraindication of a spirometry?

Pulmonary disease

"determining where the document should be filed and deciding on a filing caption" is what part of the filing process?

Indexing

A patient needs a return appointment to discuss laboratory or x-ray findings with the physician or provider. What should the Medical Assistant do?

Call the lab to find out when the results will be available and make the return visit based on that date

Insurance coverage that provides a specific monthly or weekly income when an individual becomes unable to work because of an illness or injury is?

Disability income insurance

Which of the following links two words, phrases or clauses?

Conjunction

Which of these is the precursor of platelets?

Megakaryocyte

Thumping or striking the patient's skin with the hand is what approach to massage therapy?

Percussion

Which of the following is a recommended order of draw by the National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards?

Yellow stopper, light blue stopper, red stropper, red/gray stopper, green stopper, lavender stopper, gray stopper

High levels of bilirubin will cause which of the following conditions?

Jaundice

What is the amount of air that a person is able to forcibly exhale after taking a deep breath?

FVC

To clean the laboratory, the Medical Assistant should use bleach and water solution made of what ratio?

1:10 (bleach:water)

What is the MOST important thing you can ask a patient prior to a diagnostic imaging test or procedure?

"are you allergic to anything?"

Which of the following is NOT a type of mobility test?

CXR test

Which of the following parts of the pelvic girdle is a superior wing-shaped portion of hip bones?

Ilium

Why should the Medical Assistant use the foot as the puncture site for a blood specimen in infants?

The heel is soft and puncture will avoid injury to bones

You are assisting with a medical procedure. The physician leaves the room and some bleeding starts at the surgical site. What should the Medical Assistant do to control bleeding or hemorrhage initially?

Apply direct pressure

An elderly lady is in the office with general and complaints of dyspnea on exertion and pulmonary congestion. You see where she was previously diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF). What does the Medical Assistant know about this?

Congestive heart failure results from decreased blood circulation

What is necessary to balance a checkbook?

A monthly bank statement

What drug has the generic name, Metoprolol?

Toprol-XL

What is another name for the right atrioventricular (AV) valve?

Tricuspid valve

Acyclovir is used to prevent or treat which of the following?

Viral infections

What disorder of the heart results in rapid, uncoordinated contractions and may be of atrial nature or ventricle nature

Fibrillation

Testing for urobilinogen and porphyrins requires a(n):

Amber container