CCMA NHA Module 1 Quiz (Foundational Knowledge And Basic Science).

Which action of pharmacokinetics is most impacted by age?

Metabolism.

What is a patient-centered medical home (PCMH)?

A care delivery model supported by an interdisciplinary team and led by a primary care provider (PCP).

What is the first dietary step for a patient with Stage I chronic kidney disease?

Limit sodium.

Which form of medication is delivered orally?

Lozenges.

What does the MA do when confirming the “right medication”?

State the medication name, who ordered it, and its intended effect.

Which allied health professional helps improve a patient’s range of motion?

Physical therapist.

Which controlled medication schedule can be prescribed with up to a year's worth of refills?

Schedule V.

What is a warning sign of anorexia that should be reported immediately?

Excessive exercising.

What should an MA do if a patient cannot identify a medication except by its appearance?

Consult the Physician’s Desk Reference for clarification.

What is an example of a simple carbohydrate?

Honey.

Which supplement is a naturally occurring brain hormone related to sleep?

Melatonin.

What medication classification is albuterol (Proventil HFA)?

Bronchodilator.

Which medication classification is used for seasonal allergies?

Antihistamines.

A patient with chronic kidney disease is told to avoid ibuprofen because of kidney strain. What is this an example of?

Contraindication.

What administrative responsibility is appropriate for a medical assistant?

Collecting copays.

How often should medication allergies be discussed with a patient?

At every visit.

Which route of medication administration is injectable and parenteral?

Subcutaneous.

What is an impact of patient portals?

Increased transparency.

What should an MA do to calculate a 5-year-old's medication dose when prescribed x mg/kg/day divided into 3 doses?

Convert the child's weight to kilograms.

Which is a component of the quadruple aim that drives value-based care?

Improved patient outcomes.