NCCT Medical assistant

The medical assistant is providing instructions for a patient with pneumonia. The optimal time a sputum specimen should be collected is

A. first thing in the morning.

B. after lunch.

C. at bedtime.

D. after breakfast.

A. first thing in the morning.

While performing a Snellen visual acuity test, the patient misses two letters on the 20/70 line with his right eye. How should the medical assistant document this finding?

A. Snellen chart OD 20/70-2

B. Snellen chart OD 20/80

C. Snellen chart OS 20/80

D. Snellen chart OS 20/70-2

A. Snellen chart OD 20/70-2

Venipuncture should be avoided on an arm with

A. excessive hair.

B. muscular hypertrophy.

C. an elbow splint.

D. alopecia.

C. an elbow splint.

The importance of accurate anatomic positioning of leads on a patient when performing an ECG is to

A. allow interruption of negative electrical conduction.

B. stimulate positive electrical impulses.

C. capture true cardiac activity.

D. ensure proper machine calibration with universal measurements.

C. capture true cardiac activity.

For which of the following incidents is employer provided post-exposure follow-up indicated?

A. An employee fall from a step stool while obtaining medical records.

B. A polycup containing urine splashed into the eye of an employee.

C. Loss of power during an ECG procedure.

D. An employee falls in the parking lot, resulting in a hand laceration.

B. A polycup containing urine splashed into the eye of an employee.

The medical assistant is scheduling a patient for a gallbladder study. Which of the following terms should the medical assistant use on the patient test order?

A. Angiography

B. Cystography

C. Cholecystography

D. Cholangiography

C. Cholecystography

A patient's encounter form contributes to the efficiency and flow of information in the medical office at check-out in which of the following ways?

A. Provides written documentation about medications prescribed during the visit.

B. Outlines discharge instructions related to the patient's condition.

C. Lists codes for services and procedures performed during the visit.

D. Summarizes limitations and exclusions in the patient's insurance policy.

C. Lists codes for services and procedures performed during the visit.

An incorrect dose of medication is delivered to a patient in the medical clinic. As a result, the patient experienced mild kidney damage. The responsible health care providers and/or clinic is at risk for which of the following?

A. Slander

B. Libel

C. Defamation

D. Negligence

D. Negligence

The medical assistant reviews instructions with the patient with hypertension about techniques to manage this condition at home. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates teaching has been successful? (Select the three (3) correct answers.)

A. "I will take prescribed medications regularly at the same time each day."

B. "I will monitor my blood pressure and record readings daily."

C. "I will increase salt intake in my diet."

D. "I will incorporate moderate exercise into my daily routine."

E. "I will check my blood sugar regularly."

A,B,D. "I will take prescribed medications regularly at the same time each day.", "I will monitor my blood pressure and record readings daily.", "I will incorporate moderate exercise into my daily routine."

A patient has refused to pay for a medical procedure that was performed six months ago. The medical procedure was not listed under the patient's schedule of benefits, and she is now fully responsible for all costs. Her account has now been turned over to a collection agency. This scenario is most likely an example of failure of the medical office assistant to properly

A. code the procedure.

B. bill the procedure.

C. explain the non-coverage billing policies.

D. explain the statute of limitations.

C. explain the non-coverage billing policies.

The endocrinologist requested the patient to return to the outpatient clinic the next day for a glucose tolerance test. Which of the following preparations should the medical assistant instruct the patient to do the night before the test?

A. NPO after midnight.

B. Ingest 10 ounces of oral glucose solution.

C. Refrain from tobacco use for 24 hours.

D. Drink at least 32 ounces of water.

A. NPO after midnight.

Which of the following agencies are physicians required to maintain registration with in order to prescribe, dispense, or administer controlled substances?

A. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

B. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

C. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

D. American Medical Association (AMA)

B. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

A medical assistant is hired at a Family Medical Practice. According to OSHA requirements the medical assistant must be offered a vaccine within 10 days of hire, free of charge. The medical assistant knows that this vaccination is to protect him from which of the following?

A. Tetanus

B. Varicella

C. Hepatitis B

D. Haemophilus influenza

C. Hepatitis B

Which government agency oversees HIPAA?

A. OIG

B. CMS

C. HHS

D. OSHA

C. HHS

The patient presents to the pre-op clinic for a lithotripsy (ESWL) procedure. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take prior to witnessing the consent form to ensure it is legally binding?

A. Verify the patient has not had anything to eat or drink for eight hours prior to the procedure.

B. Obtain a copy of the patient's insurance card.

C. Confirm there is someone in the waiting room available to drive the patient home.

D. Confirm the surgeon has explained all risks and benefits of the procedure.

D. Confirm the surgeon has explained all risks and benefits of the procedure.

Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take when disposing of a needle following a venipuncture?

A. Recap the needle and place it immediately in a sharps container.

B. Push the needle guard over the needle until it clicks and then place in a biohazard bag.

C. Place the needle with safety device activated immediately in a sharps container.

D. Recap the needle and place it on the blood collection tray.

C. Place the needle with safety device activated immediately in a sharps container.

Employees of a major automobile manufacturer are provided health insurance under a master contract issued to their employer. Which of the following types of coverage does this reflect?

A. Indemnity plan

B. Group policy

C. Coinsurance

D. Fee-for-service plan

B. Group policy

A medical assistant is reviewing a patient's encounter that is documented in the medical record prior to completing a CMS-1500 form. She notices that the physician upcoded the encounter. The medical office assistant has the ethical obligation to

A. change the code.

B. debate the code.

C. alter the code.

D. down code the code.

B. debate the code.

The medical assistant should stamp checks with the restrictive endorsement "for deposit only" to prevent

A. overdraft fees.

B. nonsufficient funds.

C. stop-payment.

D. loss or theft.

D. loss or theft.

The pictured rhythm is an example of which of the following?

A. Atrial flutter

B. Premature ventricular contraction

C. Sinus bradycardia

D. Ventricular tachycardia

B. Premature ventricular contraction

The medical assistant applies pressure to the venipuncture site using gauze. After two minutes the medical assistant observes that bleeding has not stopped. The next appropriate action would be to

A. elevate the arm while applying pressure.

B. wrap the arm with a pressure dressing.

C. continue to apply pressure while bending the arm at the elbow.

D. notify the physician immediately.

A. elevate the arm while applying pressure.

The medical assistant asks a patient, "How are you doing today?" The patient yells, "How do you think I'm doing? I just got out of that terrible hospital and they didn't help me at all! I still have cancer don't I?" The medical assistant recognizes that this patient is most likely experiencing which of the following stages of dying/grief according to Kubler-Ross?

A. Depression

B. Anger

C. Denial

D. Bargaining

B. Anger

The medical assistant receives a call from an attorney requesting information about an established patient's operative report. Which of the following actions is required prior to fulfilling the request?

A. Call the patient to request verbal consent.

B. Check the patient's file for authorization of release of information listing the name of the attorney.

C. Ask for the name and number of the attorney and return the call to confirm the identity of the caller.

D. Refer the call to be handled by the physician directly to prevent liability.

B. Check the patient's file for authorization of release of information listing the name of the attorney.

Which of the following complications occurs from prolonged lack of muscle use?

A. Hypertrophy

B. Atrophy

C. Tendonitis

D. Cellulitis

B. Atrophy

Which of the following ECG leads records the electrical activity of the inferior surface of the left ventricle and is closest to the heart?

A. Lead I

B. aVR

C. Lead II

D. aVL

C. Lead II

Which of the following rhythms is shown in the strip above?

A. Atrial fibrillation

B. Premature atrial complex

C. Atrial flutter

D. Atrial tachycardia

C. Atrial flutter

The medical assistant demonstrates proper handling of sharps containers by doing which of the following?

A. Discard the sharps container in a biohazard waste container when it is two-thirds full.

B. Inspect the sharps container to ensure that only sharps have been deposited.

C. Seal the sharps container and place in the regular waste container.

D. Empty half full sharps containers into a larger container to maintain cost effectiveness.

A. Discard the sharps container in a biohazard waste container when it is two-thirds full.

The patient is not able to distinguish certain numbers on an Ishihara test. This indicates a problem with which of the following?

A. Rods

B. Cones

C. Pupils

D. Sclera

B. Cones

When inspecting a patient's arm before performing a venipuncture, the most desirable site appears to be the back of the hand. Which of the following venipuncture methods is most appropriate in this situation?

A. Evacuated tube

B. Needle and syringe

C. Butterfly needle

D. Capillary puncture

C. Butterfly needle

When performing a capillary puncture on an infant, the medical assistant understands the lateral heel is the proper site for collection due to which of the following?

A. The tissue layers on the finger are more susceptible to permanent nerve damage.

B. The finger produces a slower flow of blood, making it more difficult to obtain a specimen.

C. The small amount of tissue between the skin and bone in the finger makes an injury to the bone likely.

D. The blood in the fingertip has been found to contain a higher concentration of hemoglobin than the heel.

C. The small amount of tissue between the skin and bone in the finger makes an injury to the bone likely.

Which of the following medical office software applications uses an electronic signature?

A. Spreadsheets

B. EHR

C. Encoders

D. Scheduling

B. EHR

Which of the following acts involves the termination of a patient from the care of a physician without reasonable, written notice of withdrawal from the case?

A. Slander

B. Discrimination

C. Battery

D. Abandonment

D. Abandonment

The medical assistant documented an IM injection as follows: 10/12/XX @ 1030, Rocephin 1 gram IM patient tolerated procedure well. Amy Ray, medical assistant. Which of the following necessary pieces of documentation is missing?

A. Site of administration

B. Physician signature

C. Use of the medication

D. Frequency of administration

A. Site of administration

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

A. X

B. D

C. C

D. A

A. X

Which part of Medicare covers office visits with a primary care provider?

A. Part A

B. Part B

C. Part C

D. Part D

B. Part B

Which of the following needle gauges is most commonly used for venipuncture?

A. 24-25

B. 21-23

C. 18-20

D. 16-17

B. 21-23

A patient is unhappy because the physician refused to prescribe more Percocet. The patient tells other patients the doctor is incompetent and will not provide proper medical care. Which of the following could the patient be charged with if the physician proves the statement is untrue or the patient damaged his reputation?

A. Libel

B. Malpractice

C. Slander

D. Negligence

C. Slander

The physician has instructed the medical assistant to obtain a patient's temperature. Before placing the oral thermometer in the patient's mouth, it is important to ensure the accuracy of the reading by asking the patient if she has

A. recently ingested hot or cold food or beverages.

B. taken her prescribed medications today.

C. had a fever in the last 24 hours.

D. pain with swallowing.

A. recently ingested hot or cold food or beverages.

Forced Vital Capacity is measured by instructing the patient to

A. forcefully breath air out and continue to exhale for at least 6 seconds.

B. complete a minimum of eight acceptable efforts to validate the test.

C. move the one way valve to a minimum of 4000 ml capacity.

D. gently exhale for less than 6 seconds and document the reading.

A. forcefully breath air out and continue to exhale for at least 6 seconds.

The medical assistant is completing front office opening tasks prior to the start of the day. Which of the following indicates the reception area is prepared to receive patients? (Select the three (3) correct answers.)

A. A throw rug is folded up at one corner.

B. Magazines are stacked on the side tables.

C. Sharps containers are placed by the entrance for biohazard pick-up.

D. Lights are turned on.

E. The path from the entrance to the front desk is direct and unobstructed.

B,D,E. Magazines are stacked on the side tables., Lights are turned on., The path from the entrance to the front desk is direct and unobstructed.

Which of the following forms of medication can be administered vaginally?

A. Transdermal and buccal

B. Creams and buccal

C. Creams and suppositories

D. Transdermal and suppositories

C. Creams and suppositories

Which of the following actions by the medical assistant demonstrates compliance with the ADA?

A. Ensure hallways to exam rooms remain free of obstructions

B. Wear personal protective equipment prior to irrigating a wound

C. Obtain hepatitis B vaccination series offered by employer

D. Maintain confidentiality of protected health information

A. Ensure hallways to exam rooms remain free of obstructions

The primary objective of which of the following agencies is to regulate and ensure quality of clinical laboratory testing?

A. OSHA

B. FDA

C. DEA

D. CLIA

D. CLIA

What abbreviation would a physician write on an order to "discontinue" a treatment or medication?

A. DIC

B. D&C

C. dx

D. d/c

D. d/c

The medical assistant is collecting a urine sample on a patient to test for pregnancy. Which of the following is the correct CLIA-waived test?

A. hgb

B. hCG

C. FBG

D. hct

B. hCG

Which of the following documents is also called an advanced directive?

A. Assignment of benefits

B. Subpoena

C. Living will

D. Informed consent

C. Living will

A medical assistant obtains the tracing shown above on a patient. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?

A. Check for incorrect lead placement.

B. Place the patient in Trendelenburg's position.

C. Ensure precordial lead wires are crossed to balance polarization.

D. Remind the patient to remain as still as possible.

D. Remind the patient to remain as still as possible.

The physician orders "Xanax (alprazolam) 0.5mg po tid X 3 days." Xanax 1 mg scored tablets are available. The medical assistant should write which of the following numbers of tablets on the dispense line for this prescription?

A. 1.5

B. 3

C. 4.5

D. 6

C. 4.5

In most cultures in the United States, when a medical assistant is speaking with a patient, making direct eye contact encourages

A. Open communication

B. Emotional reasoning

C. A subordinate relationship

D. Control of the conversation

A. Open communication

Prior to purging and destroying paper medical charts, a medical assistant should consult which of following guidelines?

A. Municipal

B. AMA

C. OSHA

D. State and Federal

D. State and Federal

A patient notices the symbol above on the door and asks what it means. The medical assistant should tell the patient the symbol means

A. isolation precautions required.

B. hazardous chemicals in use.

C. emergency eye wash station.

D. biohazardous material present.

D. biohazardous material present.

The medical assistant documents a patient's temperature as 101.4F. Which of the following types of medication is this patient most likely to receive?

A. Antipyretic

B. Antihistamine

C. Anticoagulant

D. Antiemetic

A. Antipyretic

The medical assistant is preparing to remove her gloves after a venipuncture and notices blood on the gloves. Where should the medical assistant dispose of her gloves?

A. Biohazard waste container

B. Red sharps container

C. Regular trash container

Specimen transport bag

A. Biohazard waste container

A patient called the office complaining his hydromorphone prescription was not honored at the pharmacy. The patient stated, "The doctor gave me this prescription six weeks ago when I was in the office." The prescription was denied because it is a schedule

A. I drug.

B. II drug.

C. III drug.

D. IV drug.

B. II drug.

A medical assistant posts damaging remarks on a social media site about a provider at the clinic where she is employed. She may be legally found guilty of which of the following?

A. Assault

B. Libel

C. Slander

D. Battery

B. Libel

Which of the following insurance programs covers active duty military personnel?

A. CHAMPVA

B. TRICARE

C. BCBS

D. Medicare

B. TRICARE

An older adult patient arrives to have blood drawn. While assessing the arms for venipuncture, the medical assistant notices scar tissue in the anticubital areas and is unable to palpate a vein. Which of the following is an appropriate alternative course of action?

A. Draw blood from the hand using an evacuated tube system.

B. Draw blood from the hand using a winged infusion set.

C. Use a larger gauge needle to penetrate through the scar tissue.

D. Perform a capillary puncture on the lateral thumb.

B. Draw blood from the hand using a winged infusion set.

A 6-month-old child is at the clinic for their well-child visit and routine vaccines. Which of the following is the preferred site for an intramuscular injection on this patient?

A. Deltoid

B. Ventrogluteal

C. Dorsogluteal

D. Vastus lateralis

D. Vastus lateralis

A female patient has come in for an ECG following a mastectomy. ECG electrodes should be placed

A. three inches above the surgery site to avoid disruption of the site.

B. as close to the surgery site as possible without touching the site.

C. three inches lower than the surgery site in order to avoid disruption of the site.

D. in the intercostal spaces above the heart to avoid the surgical site.

B. as close to the surgery site as possible without touching the site.

Which of the following prevents duplication of payment by more than one insurance carrier?

A. Fee‑for‑service

B. Precertification

C. Coordination of benefits

D. Preauthorization

C. Coordination of benefits

Which of the following is a likely complication from repeated phlebotomy procedures in the same area?

A. Thrombosis

B. Sclerosed veins

C. Petechiae

D. Varicose veins

B. Sclerosed veins

Commitment to privacy, continuity of care, advance directives, and the authority to refuse treatment are granted according to which of the following?

A. Americans with Disabilities Act

B. The Patient's Bill of Rights

C. Informed Consent

D. Good Samaritan Law

B. The Patient's Bill of Rights

A patient questions an outstanding balance when insurance coverage is active and the co-pay has been paid. Which of the following is the most likely reason the balance is the patient's responsibility?

A. Deductible not met

B. Premiums due

C. The birthday rule applies

D. Pre-authorization not obtained

A. Deductible not met

Which of the following government agencies requires the medical office to develop an exposure control plan?

A. FDA

B. EPA

C. CDC

D. OSHA

D. OSHA

Which of the following are Schedule IV drugs?

A. Controlled narcotics such as morphine

B. Substances with no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse

C. Antianxiety agents and hypnotics with a low potential for abuse

D. Broad spectrum antibiotics

C. Antianxiety agents and hypnotics with a low potential for abuse

The medical assistant is assisting a physician with an I & D of a gangrenous abscess. In addition to mask and gloves, the medical assistant must wear which of the following personal protective equipment when performing this procedure?

A. Protective eyewear

B. N95 respirator mask

C. Hazmat suit

D. Sterile gown

A. Protective eyewear

The patient was seen in the office for follow up evaluation post CVA. The doctor noticed significant weakness on the patient's left side. Which of the following should the medical assistant expect to perform?

A. Full weight bearing exercise assistance

B. Active assist range of motion

C. Crutch training

D. Pulmonary function test

B. Active assist range of motion

A patient complains of nausea and vomiting, and has been unable to keep fluids down over the course of two days. A suppository has been ordered. Which of the following abbreviations is the correct route of administration?

A. IM

B. PR

C. SC

D. INH

B. PR

The medical assistant prepares a written prescription for the physician as follows. What information did the medical assistant leave out?

A. Quantity to dispense and directions for taking the medication

B. Quantity to dispense and EIN

C. Directions for taking the medication and repetatur

D. Superscription and EIN

A. Quantity to dispense and directions for taking the medication

The physician orders a PT/PTT. Which of the following evacuated tubes should the medical assistant select for collecting the specimen

A. Light green

B. Red

C. Grey

D. Light blue

D. Light blue

A patient with diabetes has missed all scheduled appointments in the past 18 months. The physician requests that written notification be sent to the patient to make an appointment immediately. This letter should be sent

A. priority.

B. certified.

C. express.

D. standard.

B. certified.

An established patient who has Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is evaluated in the medical office for hypertension. What is the importance of identifying the reason for today's visit related to billing?

A. To determine the primary diagnosis

B. To ensure a secondary diagnosis is not listed on the claim form

C. To assign a two-digit modifier

D. To assign a V code

A. To determine the primary diagnosis

Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take to ensure proper monitoring of a patient during a stress test? (Select the three (3) correct answers.)

A. Instruct the patient to start at a rapid pace.

B. Instruct the patient to report any symptoms.

C. Adjust the temperature of the room to the patient's preference.

D. Measure blood pressure and heart rate frequently.

E. Observe facial expressions, skin color and perspiration.

B,D,E. Instruct the patient to report any symptoms., Measure blood pressure and heart rate frequently., Observe facial expressions, skin color and perspiration.

The medical assistant is caring for an adult patient with a history of coronary artery disease. Which of the following BP measurements should prompt the medical assistant to notify the health care provider? (Select the three (3) correct answers.)

A. 132/78 mmHg

B. 162/96 mmHg

C. 129/88 mmHg

D. 138/98 mmHg

E. 92/44 mmHg

B,D,E. 162/96 mmHg, 138/98 mmHg, 92/44 mmHg

Disinfecting an ECG machine and lead wire surfaces with antimicrobial wipes after each patient use is an example of which of the following?

A. Biohazard precautions

B. Sterile technique

C. Surgical asepsis

D. Medical asepsis

D. Medical asepsis

When preparing a site with alcohol for venipuncture, the medical assistant should cleanse in which of the following motions?

A. Back and forth

B. Up and down

C. From the inside out

D. From the outside in

C. From the inside out

Which of the following is the most likely cause of the deposits not agreeing with the credits on the day sheet or the patient ledgers?

A. There are duplicate cards.

B. The bank made an error.

C. Cash is missing.

D. Payment is misplaced.

D. Payment is misplaced.

When preparing to assist the physician with collection of a deep wound culture, the medical assistant should have which of the following available?

A. Blood culture media

B. Viral transport media

C. Bacterial culture swabs

D. Cotton tipped swabs

C. Bacterial culture swabs

The patient receiving an albuterol treatment by nebulizer in the clinic complains of tremors, nausea, blurred vision, and headache. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?

A. Decrease the oxygen flow meter to three liters per minute.

B. Report these symptoms to the physician.

C. Place the patient on NPO status.

D. Tell the patient these are common side effects.

B. Report these symptoms to the physician.

The primary care provider hands the medical assistant a referral for a patient to get an MRI. Which of the following should the medical assistant do first?

A. Call the facility and schedule the MRI.

B. Call the insurance company and process an authorization.

C. Fax pertinent medical records to the facility.

D. Document the precertification number in the patient's chart.

B. Call the insurance company and process an authorization.

Which of the following indicates a medical office is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act?

A. Providing interpreting services for a non-English speaking patient.

B. Providing employees the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine.

C. Providing hand rails in at least one restroom stall.

D. Providing up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to an employee that has a critically ill child.

C. Providing hand rails in at least one restroom stall.

A finger stick capillary puncture should be performed at which of the following sites to prevent injury?

A. At the most distal end of the fingertip

B. Slightly to the side of the center of the fingertip

C. Directly in the center of the fingertip

D. Proximal to the skin crease located at the first joint on the fingertip

B. Slightly to the side of the center of the fingertip

Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take first after coming in direct contact with a patient's blood via needlestick injury?

A. Obtain the Hep B vaccine if not currently immunized.

B. Apply pressure at the site to stop bleeding.

C. Flush the area with water and thoroughly wash it.

D. Inform the patient about the incident.

C. Flush the area with water and thoroughly wash it.

A parent brings their four-year old in for a well-child exam. The medical assistant should assign an ICD-CM code beginning with which of the following?

A. E

B. M

C. V

D. +

C. V

The use of smaller electrodes while running an ECG on a four-year-old pediatric patient will require which of the following modifications?

A. Decrease the paper speed.

B. Increase the paper speed.

C. Place the patient in Sim's position.

D. Place the patient in a dorsal recumbent position.

B. Increase the paper speed.

An effective way for a medical assistant to communicate office policies and procedure information to their patients is to

A. answer questions as they arise.

B. refer queries to the practice manager.

C. develop a brochure.

D. answer questions at the initial visit.

C. develop a brochure.

A patient presents to the medical office with nausea and vomiting. Which of the following types of medication is likely to be prescribed?

A. Antiarrhythmic

B. Antitussive

C. Antidiarrheal

D. Antiemetic

D. Antiemetic

Flow charts, progress notes, and narrative notation are all examples of

A. medical record charting styles.

B. patient chart filing systems.

C. recording patient information in a medical record.

D. patient documentation in a SOAP format.

C. recording patient information in a medical record.

Which of the following is necessary before ordering or paying for medical office supplies?

A. Purchase order

B. Inventory list

C. Packing slip

D. Order number

A. Purchase order

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

A. Verify equipment functionality using a control material

B. Perform additional tests on different instruments for validation

C. Record quality control results on a log sheet

D. Perform CLIA high complexity tests

D. Perform CLIA high complexity tests

Which of the following actions by the medical assistant is correct when administering medication to a patient sublingually?

A. Placing the medication between the gum and cheek

B. Asking the patient to swallow the medication

C. Applying the medication directly to the skin

D. Placing the medication under the tongue

D. Placing the medication under the tongue

Which of the following resources should the medical assistant use to look up the side effects of (enoxaparin) Lovenox in the medical office?

A. Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)

B. Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)

C. Physician's Desk Reference (PDR)

D. laboratory reference manual

C. Physician's Desk Reference (PDR)

Which of the following regulations set the minimum standards for medical laboratory practice and quality?

A. HIPAA

B. CLIA

C. DEA

D. OSHA

B. CLIA

When the patient's chart has been subpoenaed, which of the following types of information requires additional consent from the patient or a court order?

A. Psychiatric treatment

B. Blood test results

C. Gunshot wounds

D. PAP smear results

A. Psychiatric treatment

The patient complains of joint pain and swelling. The physician wants to remove synovial fluid for analysis. The medical assistant should set up for which of the following procedures?

A. Arthrocentesis

B. Arthroscopy

C. Arthrodesis

D. Arthrogram

A. Arthrocentesis

A parent calls the pediatrician's office very upset because her child is vomiting and has a temperature of 103.3 F. The medical assistant should

A. schedule a same day work-in appointment.

B. place the parent on hold and transfer the call to the physician.

C. instruct the parent to take the child to the emergency room immediately.

D. suggest an over the counter anti-pyretic.

A. schedule a same day work-in appointment.

Which of the following conditions may occur if a tourniquet is left in place on a patient's extremity for longer than 60 seconds?

A. Venous stasis

B. Petechiae

C. Hemolytic anemia

D. Hemangioma

A. Venous stasis

While exiting a patient's room after performing a venipuncture, a medical assistant is approached by a nurse in the hallway, who asks if the HIV blood sample was obtained. The medical assistant responds, "Yes." This situation violates the policies of which of the following associations?

A. AABB (American Association of Blood Bank)

B. NPA (National Phlebotomy Association)

C. ANA (American Nurses Association)

D. AHA (American Hospital Association)

D. AHA (American Hospital Association)

The order reads cefaclor (Ceclor) 250 mg p.o. stat, then 150 mg q 2 h. How should the medical assistant interpret this medication order?

A. Give 250 milligrams of cefaclor (Ceclor) orally immediately, and then give 150 milligrams every 2 hours.

B. Give 250 micrograms of cefaclor (Ceclor) orally immediately, and then give 150 micrograms every 2 hours.

C. Give 250 milliliters of cefaclor (Ceclor) post-operatively as needed, and then give 150 milliliters every 2 hours.

D. Give 250 milligrams of cefaclor (Ceclor) post-operatively, and then give 150 milligrams every 2 hours.

A. Give 250 milligrams of cefaclor (Ceclor) orally immediately, and then give 150 milligrams every 2 hours.

Which term describes the failure to provide care that a prudent and reasonable professional with the same education would provide under similar circumstances?

A. Reasonable doubt

B. Beneficence

C. Negligence

D. Defamation

C. Negligence