NHA CCMA Practice Quiz and Flashcards

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?

Expanded problem-focused history Signup and view all the answers

What manifestation should a medical assistant expect to find in a patient with anemia?

Irregular heartbeat Signup and view all the answers

What does the patient's bill of rights protect individuals from?

Denial of care due to patient's age Signup and view all the answers

What type of instrument should a medical assistant include on a sterile tray if requested by a provider?

Scissors Signup and view all the answers

What technique should a medical assistant use for cleaning EKG cables?

Disinfection Signup and view all the answers

What additive should be used when performing a CBC?

EDTA Signup and view all the answers

What type of dressing should be used on a partial-thickness burn?

Non-adherent dressing Signup and view all the answers

What action should a medical assistant take for a patient who has recently received a terminal diagnosis?

Allow the patient to cry Signup and view all the answers

What position is appropriate for a pelvic examination?

Lithotomy Signup and view all the answers

What document indicates how a patient's medical records will be used and disclosed?

Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) Signup and view all the answers

How should a patient take a buccal tablet?

Place the tablet between your gums and cheek Signup and view all the answers

What action should a medical assistant take after a biopsy?

Hold sharps by the blunt end to avoid needlestick injury Signup and view all the answers

What anthropometric measurement should an MA perform for a patient with microcephaly?

Head circumference Signup and view all the answers

What action should a medical assistant take when obtaining the length of an infant?

Position the infant on his back Signup and view all the answers

What instructions should a medical assistant give when administering an enteric-coated tablet?

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water Signup and view all the answers

What ancillary service should be anticipated for a disabled older adult with a lesion?

Home health care Signup and view all the answers

Which patient should be seen first in an emergency clinic?

An older adult patient who has diabetes and has a blood pressure of 80/42 mm Hg Signup and view all the answers

What action should a medical assistant take when checking a patient's hearing using the Weber test?

Ask the patient if he hears the vibration louder in one ear than the other Signup and view all the answers

What should a medical assistant say when asked about a neighbor's injuries they treated?

I can't share any information about what happens at my job Signup and view all the answers

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!

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