AMCA Practice questions

Which of the following steps prevents a hematoma?

Puncturing only the upper wall of the vein

Which vein is preferred for drawing blood in the arm?

Median Cubital

What body system does the spleen belong to?

Lymphatic

Which quadrant of the NFPA diamond would warn a MA that a chemical may detonate?

Yellow

A patient is newly diagnosed with a terminal disease and appears distraught. What would be the best response?

Quietly listen to patients' concern

What is the correct billing form for Medicare patients?

CMS 1500

What is the name of the complete destruction of all forms of microbial life?

Sterilization

What is the term that denotes a formation of blood cells?

Hematopoiesis

In addition to patient information, what information is needed to obtain preauthorization for a medical procedure from an insurance company?

CPT Code

Which of the following types of cells is essential for coagulation to occur?

Thrombocytes

In addition to the physician's signature, what number is required for every controlled substance?

DEA

A patient weighs 83.92kg. How many pounds do they weigh?

185

Blood samples are collected from a patient and the plasma is red in color. What is the cause?

Hemolysis

Which members of the surgical team must complete the process of scrubbing, growning, and gloving?

All members

What is the maximum number of days for non-absorbable sutures to stay on a patient's face?

5-7

What instructions should a post-op patient be sent home with?

Call the office if there is a fever, redness, or swelling

How should a medical assistant measure the correct dose of liquid medication in a dosage cup?

Hold the dosage cup at eye level when pouring

Correct water temperature for ear irrigation?

Room temperature

Which of the following will reduce the incidence of artifacts on an ECG?

Removing all metal accessories from the patient

The correct position for a patient having a pap smear?

Lithotomy

What food should be avoided for a lactose intolerance diet?

Macaroni and cheese

We have to advise a patient their cholesterol was high and to exercise regularly. What instructions are consistent with it?

Skinless chicken & exercise daily

When performing an EKG, what patient identifying information is necessary to recall an EKG test?

Name & DOB

Before disconnecting a patient from an ECG machine, what should we do?

Check reading for any artifacts

Who should provide subjective data for a patient's chart?

Patient

Which of the following is the best position to examine the dorsal cavity?

Prone

What PPE must be worn during a sputum collection?

Gloves, goggles, & mask

Which of the following blood tests would a provider order with diagnosis of Leukemia?

CBC w/ differential

An insurance claim is denied for not having the place of service on the claim form. What should we do?

Submit new claim to insurance company

In what zone is a patient who wheezes, is short of breath, and has difficulty talking?

Red

here are no sharps containers in the lab. Which agency should this be reported to?

OSHA

Which medical services may require prior authorization from a patient's insurance company?

Outpatient services & MRI

What color code of an evacuated tube inhibits glycolysis?

Gray

What body system is responsible for hormone production?

Endocrine

A female patient needs to provide a clean catch urine specimen. At what point during urination should the specimen be collected?

During Midstream

What is the first step in the process of filing an insurance claim for billing?

Ensure that the patient received the services being billed for

Which of the following notations indicates that a copy of the letter is being sent to another individual with recipient's knowledge?

CC:

Two employees are discussing a patient's diagnosis on a hospital elevator with other people present. Which is being violated?

Patient confidentiality

Who is the appropriate person to discuss advanced directives with the patient and their family?

Nurse Practitioner

A 10-year-old patient presents for a blood draw. The mother warns us the child 

is easily stimulated. Where is the best place to perform venipuncture? 

In a quiet exam room

What is the first response that unfolds in the body to prevent hemorrhage?

Vasoconstriction

Which blood test is included in a lipid panel?

Triglycerides

What is the recommended site of IM injections for the majority of infants?

Vastus lateralis

How could a patient demonstrate to the MA they understand the instructions regarding the testicular self exam?

By repeating them back

How often should a patient's medical record be reviewed to ensure accuracy and completeness?

On a continuing basis

Which respiratory procedure involves visual examination of lungs through a small camera at the end of a flexible tube?

Bronchoscopy

What information is required on an immunization schedule?

Vaccine lot number

The knee-chest position is used for which exam?

Rectal

What is the name of a round, raised skin lesion with itching that is a positive sign of a reaction to allergy testing?

Wheal

According to OSHA, what is the leading cause of accidents in the medical office?

Slips & falls

What document must be completed before a toenail removal procedure?

Informed consent

What organization published the bloodborne pathogen standards?

OSHA

We are taking a patient's pulse for 30 seconds and notice some irregularity. What should we do?

Count the patient's pulse for a full minute

A patient approaches the check-in window. What should the MA do?

Greet the patient and ask how you can be of service

What is included in the patient information sheet?

Personal and insurance information

A group of obstetrics follow-up patients are scheduled for the same time slot. 

What is the name of this scheduling technique? 

Cluster scheduling

Which of the following actions demonstrates active listening by a clinical medical assistant when interviewing a patient?

Restating what the patient says and providing feedback as needed

Under what circumstances can a clinical medical assistant accept a check written by a third party?

If the check is from the patient's health insurance company

The phenylketonuria test is to diagnose deficiency of phenylalanin hydroxylase, this test is performed on infants where?

Blood drawn from a newborn's heel

Expandable organ that store urine?

Bladder