Questions and Answers
Where do cardiac electrical impulses originate in the heart?
sinoatrial node
Schedule 1 drugs have no accepted medical use.
True
What should a medical assistant do for a patient with moderate hearing loss?
Remain within the patient's view to allow lip reading
What procedure code should be used for an office visit where the provider reviewed systems related to the patient's chief complaint?
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What manifestation should a medical assistant expect to find in a patient with anemia?
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What does the patient's bill of rights protect individuals from?
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What type of instrument should a medical assistant include on a sterile tray if requested by a provider?
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What technique should a medical assistant use for cleaning EKG cables?
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What additive should be used when performing a CBC?
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What type of dressing should be used on a partial-thickness burn?
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What action should a medical assistant take for a patient who has recently received a terminal diagnosis?
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What position is appropriate for a pelvic examination?
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What document indicates how a patient's medical records will be used and disclosed?
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How should a patient take a buccal tablet?
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What action should a medical assistant take after a biopsy?
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What anthropometric measurement should an MA perform for a patient with microcephaly?
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What action should a medical assistant take when obtaining the length of an infant?
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What instructions should a medical assistant give when administering an enteric-coated tablet?
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What ancillary service should be anticipated for a disabled older adult with a lesion?
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Which patient should be seen first in an emergency clinic?
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What action should a medical assistant take when checking a patient's hearing using the Weber test?
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What should a medical assistant say when asked about a neighbor's injuries they treated?
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Study Notes
Cardiology and Anatomy
- Cardiac electrical impulses originate in the sinoatrial node, known as the heart's natural pacemaker.
Pharmacology
- Schedule 1 drugs have no accepted medical use and are considered illegal substances.
Patient Interaction and Communication
- For older adults with moderate hearing loss, medical assistants should remain within the patient’s view to facilitate lip reading.
- In dealing with patients receiving terminal diagnoses, it is vital to allow them to express emotions, such as crying.
Coding and Documentation
- When coding an office visit focused on a patient’s chief complaint without additional history, use Expanded problem-focused history code.
- The Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) outlines how a patient's medical records will be utilized by a medical office.
Clinical Procedures and Patient Care
- Expect to find an irregular heartbeat in a patient with anemia during examination.
- When preparing a sterile tray upon request for a dissecting instrument, include scissors.
Disinfection and Safety
- For cleaning EKG cables, employ disinfection techniques to ensure hygiene.
- Hold sharps by the blunt end to prevent needlestick injuries when cleaning an exam room after procedures.
Laboratory Procedures
- Use EDTA as the additive when performing a complete blood count (CBC).
- For partial-thickness burns, apply a non-adherent dressing to promote healing.
Positioning and Measurements
- The appropriate position for a pelvic examination is lithotomy.
- To monitor for microcephaly, measure head circumference in infants.
Medication Administration
- When instructing patients on how to take a buccal tablet, advise placing it between the gums and cheek.
- Patients should swallow enteric-coated tablets whole with a glass of water for optimal effectiveness.
Patient Referrals and Emergency Care
- Patients with lesions and disabilities may need a referral for home health care services.
- In emergency situations, prioritize an older adult with diabetes presenting significantly low blood pressure (80/42 mm Hg).
Hearing Tests
- During the Weber test, check if the patient hears vibrations louder in one ear than the other.
Confidentiality and Ethics
- Ethics demand that medical assistants refrain from sharing patient information, even with neighbors, adhering to the American Association of Medical Assistants Code of Ethics.
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Review and enhance your knowledge with this NHA CCMA practice test. This quiz features key concepts including the cardiac electrical system and regulations surrounding controlled substances. Perfect for medical assistants preparing for certification!