CCMA Practice Exam - 2

Which organ system plays a significant role in maintaining homeostasis in the human body?

• muscular system
• cardiovascular system
• reproductive system
• skeletal system

Samantha, a certified clinical medical assistant, is responsible for providing care to patients at a medical clinic. In order to maintain a professional presence, which of the following practices should Samantha prioritize?

• Wearing excessive jewelry and makeup to enhance her appearance
• Using a loud and casual tone when speaking with patients
• Paying attention to her body language and maintaining a professional demeanor
• Ignoring patients' emotions and concerns during interactions

After performing a phlebotomy procedure, which of the following actions should the MA provide for proper post-procedural care?

• Apply pressure to the puncture site for at least 30 seconds
• Remove the gloves and dispose of them in the regular trash
• Remove the tourniquet and ask the patient to hold the cotton ball on the puncture site
• Proceed to the next patient without cleaning the equipment

Scenario: the MA is responsible for ensuring patient safety within the clinical setting. During the room cleaning process, which of the following actions should be performed to maintain safety?

• Ensure proper disposal of sharps containers
• Follow established hand hygiene protocols
• Properly label and store hazardous chemicals
• Wiped down all surfaces with a dry cloth

Which of the following is a CMS billing requirement for the MA?

• Timely submission of claims
• Providing duplicate copies of medical records
• Billing procedures based on personal preference
• Admission of patients without insurance coverage

When should healthcare professionals perform hand hygiene?

• Before and after any contact with patients
• Only before contact with patients
• Only after contact with patients
• Only after contact with patients who have an infectious disease

When verifying order details for laboratory tests, which of the following information should a MA pay close attention to?

• Patient's name and date of birth
• Insurance information
• Specimen collection date and time
• Ordering physician's signature

A 35 year old patient presents at the clinic with complaints of dry eyes. The physician diagnoses the patient with dry eye syndrome and prescribes artificial tears. As a MA, what instructions would you provide the patient regarding the administration of the eye drops?

• Apply the drops directly onto the cornea
• Shake the bottle vigorously before using
• Apply the drops to the lower conjunctival sac
• Apply the drops to the upper eyelid

Which test is used to measure the ability of the eyes to discriminate different shades of color?

• Tympanometry
• Visual acuity test
• Audiometry test
• Color vision test

Which of the following signs and symptoms is associated with an acute myocardial infarction?

• Loss of appetite
• Low-grade fever
• Chest pain or discomfort
• Increased blood pressure