WorksheetsMA 2025 Final
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Nitroglycerin
a)
a medical assistant is assisting the provider with a patient who experiences an ankle sprain. the assistant should expect the provider to prescribe which of the following to treat the ankle sprain
b)
a medical assistant is assisting with a scratch test for pediatric patient. the assistant should identify that which of the following statements describes the scratch test
c)
a medical assistant is attempting to resolve a patient complaint. the assistant should identify that which of the following describes the defense mechanism of reaction. formation
d)
A medical assistant is reviewing the list of medications a patient reports they are currently taking. The assistant should recognize that which the following medications is available in sublingual form
2.
Keep the specimens previously collected and draw the PT.
a)
A medical assistant administers an injection and the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
A medical assistant has orders to collect blood cultures, a CBC, a prothrombin time (PT), and an iron panel. They forget to draw for the PT. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
A medical assistant is using a butterfly needle set to obtain a blood sample from a vein in a patient's hand. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
d)
A medical assistant is scheduling a procedure at a local facility for a patient. Which of the following steps should the assistant take first?
3.
Lot number
a)
In which of the following positions should a medical assistant place an 18-month-old patient when administering ear drops to the right ear?
b)
which of the following must be entered into the electronic health record by a provider using computerized physician order entry
c)
which of the following is a commonly missed word or phrase in written communication to a patient
d)
Which of the following is a medical assistant required to document in the electronic health record (HR) when administering immunizations to a patient?
4.
Provide east to read handouts
a)
A medical assistant calls a patient from the waiting area to obtain a specimen . Which of the following actions should the assistant do first?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
c)
A medical assistant is working with a patient who has a cognitive impairment that causes them to display short-term memory loss. In which of the following ways should the assistant adapt to this barrier?
d)
a medical assistant is removing sutures from a patient who has a laceration on their left lower leg. after setting up the sterile field which of the following actions should the assistant take
5.
Combining vowel
a)
Which of the following examples of patient coaching addresses disease prevention?
b)
which of the following is recommended age for children to receive their first hpv vaccine
c)
which of the following is a parenteral method of administering medications
d)
Which of the following is a component of medical terminology used to ensure the ease of pronunciation?
6.
Green , lavender, grey
a)
When performing venipuncture, which of the following is the correct order of draw?
b)
Which of the following is a root word?
c)
which of the following is a common root word
d)
Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
7.
Sterilization
a)
which of the following asepitic techniques involves using sound waves to vibrate and cleanse surgical instruments?
b)
which of the following statements describes the purpose of the right route as part of the rights of medication administration?
c)
Which of the following is a component of medical terminology used to ensure the ease of pronunciation?
d)
Which of the following aseptic techniques can be achieved using dry heat, moist heat, ultraviolet light, gas, chemicals, or ionizing radiation?
8.
Mask
a)
during which of the following activities is it necessary for a medical assistant to use personal protective equipment?
b)
Which of the following is a component of medical terminology used to ensure the ease of pronunciation?
c)
Which of the following elements is a component of the standard precautions use of personal protective equipment (PPE)?
d)
which of the following items is an example of a durable medical equipment DME?
9.
E-prescribing
a)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
b)
Which of the following processes provides the ability to send prescriptions electronically?
c)
which of the following is the purpose of utilizing a clinical centrifuge?
d)
which of the following statements describes the doctrine of the professional discretion
10.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
a)
Which of the following dictates the operations of physician office clinical laboratories?
b)
which of the following defines the process of sterilization
c)
which of the following is the purpose of utilizing a clinical centrifuge?
d)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
11.
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test
a)
which of the following is a common root word
b)
Which of the following is a CLIA-waived laboratory test?
c)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
d)
Which of the following is a root word?
12.
Cilia
a)
which of the following cell structures provides energy for cells?
b)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
c)
which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
d)
Which of the following cell structures is instrumental in helping the body mobilize and secrete mucus from the respiratory tract?
13.
Place the patient in a supine position.
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing for a patient upcoming virtual visit. which of the following actions should the assistant take
c)
A medical assistant administers an injection and the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
14.
Asepsis
a)
Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
b)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
c)
which of the following defines the process of sterilization
d)
which of the following is the purpose of utilizing a clinical centrifuge?
15.
Providing information on the importance of recommended vaccines
a)
which of the following is a parenteral method of administering medications
b)
which of the following does a Snellen chart measuring?
c)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
d)
Which of the following examples of patient coaching addresses disease prevention?
16.
• Hold the needle by its wings
a)
A medical assistant administers an injection and the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
A medical assistant is using a butterfly needle set to obtain a blood sample from a vein in a patient's hand. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
A medical assistant is scheduling a procedure at a local facility for a patient. Which of the following steps should the assistant take first?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
17.
Negligent torts
a)
A medical assistant fails to document a patient's preference for not using any blood products during their procedure. This error falls under which of the following legal principles?
b)
A medical assistant is billing a patient's third-party payer for today's office visit. Which of the following documents does this require?
c)
A medical assistant needs to draw a blood glucose level on a patient. Which of the following tubes should they use?
d)
A medical assistant is using a butterfly needle set to obtain a blood sample from a vein in a patient's hand. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
18.
Meals on Wheels
a)
a medical assistant is attempting to perform a routine venipuncture on an older adult patient and is having difficulty locating a palpable vein which of the following veins should the assistant use as a last resort
b)
A medical assistant is working with a patient who has a cognitive impairment that causes them to display short-term memory loss. In which of the following ways should the assistant adapt to this barrier?
c)
a medical assistant is removing sutures from a patient who has a laceration on their left lower leg. after setting up the sterile field which of the following actions should the assistant take
d)
A medical assistant is talking with a patient who sustained a foot fracture in a fall. They report managing most tasks at home well, but they have difficulty navigating with their crutches and are currently homebound. To which of the following resources should the assistant refer the patient?
19.
Grey top tube
a)
A medical assistant administers an injection and the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
a medical assistant is collecting multiple blood samples from a patient which of the following vacuum tubes should the assistant fill first?
d)
A medical assistant needs to draw a blood glucose level on a patient. Which of the following tubes should they use?
20.
Double-check the electrodes' attachment
a)
Prior to running an EKG tracing, which of the following is the final step a medical assistant should take to ensure the tracing will be clear with a horizontal baseline?
b)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
c)
When performing surgical asepsis which of the following steps should a medical assistant take to prevent contamination of the sterile field ?
d)
which of the following techniques should a medical assistant use when bandaging a wound with a roller bandage?
21.
Right upper quadrant
a)
which of the following is defined by 9 calorie per gram
b)
In which of the following quadrants is the gallbladder located?
c)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
d)
Which of the following is a root word?
22.
A 1:10 bleach and water solution
a)
a medical assistant is aiding a provider with a colposcopy procedure. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
a medical assistant is collecting multiple blood samples from a patient which of the following vacuum tubes should the assistant fill first?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing hemostats for sterilization after an invasive procedure. which of the following techniques should the assistant use?
d)
A medical assistant is cleaning countertops and other surfaces after a surgical procedure. Which of the following disinfectants should the assistant use for this purpose?
23.
Col
a)
Which of the following is a CLIA-waived laboratory test?
b)
which of the following does a Snellen chart measuring?
c)
which of the following is a common root word
d)
Which of the following is a root word?
24.
Fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line
a)
Which of the following is a root word?
b)
which of the following is a common root word
c)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
d)
Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
25.
Superficial dorsal hand veins
a)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
b)
A medical assistant is cleaning countertops and other surfaces after a surgical procedure. Which of the following disinfectants should the assistant use for this purpose?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
d)
A medical assistant has a provider order to draw blood for a lead level on an 18-month-old toddler. Which of the following sites should the assistant choose for the venipuncture?
26.
Escort the patient to a more private area.
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
A medical assistant administers an injection and the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
An angry patient confronts a medical assistant in the reception area. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing for a patient upcoming virtual visit. which of the following actions should the assistant take
27.
immediately flush the exposed area following exposure.
a)
A medical assistant administers an injection and the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
If a medical assistant experiences exposure to an infectious disease via a human bite. which of the following steps should they take first?
c)
A medical assistant needs to draw a blood glucose level on a patient. Which of the following tubes should they use?
d)
A medical assistant is scheduling a procedure at a local facility for a patient. Which of the following steps should the assistant take first?
28.
"Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water"
a)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
b)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
c)
in which of the following positions should a medical assistant place a patient when preparing to perform a 12 lead EKG in the office?
d)
In which of the following positions should a medical assistant place an 18-month-old patient when administering ear drops to the right ear?
29.
Current Procedure terminology code
a)
A medical assistant is preparing an 837P/CMS-1500 claim form for a patient treated for a burn injury. which of the following information is required?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing for a patient upcoming virtual visit. which of the following actions should the assistant take
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
d)
A medical assistant is billing a patient's third-party payer for today's office visit. Which of the following documents does this require?
30.
Obese class 1
a)
A 24-year-old patient has a BMI of 30.5 based on their height and weight. which of the following describes their BMI weight status category?
b)
A medical assistant administers an injection and the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
d)
An angry patient confronts a medical assistant in the reception area. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?
31.
reduction of payer reimbursement
a)
which of the following actions will ensure reimbursement of a claim?
b)
Which of the following can result from the use of outdated or incorrect codes on a billing claim?
c)
Which of the following processes provides the ability to send prescriptions electronically?
d)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
32.
Subjective
a)
a medical assistant is assisting with a scratch test for pediatric patient. the assistant should identify that which of the following statements describes the scratch test
b)
a provider asks a medical assistant to reinforce teaching with a patient about their new diagnosis. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
a medical assistant is attempting to resolve a patient complaint. the assistant should identify that which of the following describes the defense mechanism of reaction. formation
d)
A patient informs a medical assistant that they get headaches when they read from a computer monitor. the assistant should enter this information into which of the following locations when using the SOAP method to organizing medical records?
33.
The needle holder with the suture attached
a)
A medical assistant has a provider order to draw blood for a lead level on an 18-month-old toddler. Which of the following sites should the assistant choose for the venipuncture?
b)
a medical assistant is removing sutures from a patient who has a laceration on their left lower leg. after setting up the sterile field which of the following actions should the assistant take
c)
A patient arrives at the providers office with a laceration on their right fore arm, and the provider determines the patient will need sutures. which of the following supplies should the medical assistant hand to theprovider?
d)
A patient is having an EKG performed and is experiencing dyspnea. In which of the following positions should the medical assistant place the patient?
34.
Head circumference
a)
which of the following instruments should a medical assistant have prepared for a cervical polypectomy surgical procedure?
b)
which of the following guidelines should a medical assistant follow when handling other potentially infectious materials
c)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
d)
which of the following measurements would a medical assistant take during a routine well child exam when determining if the child has microcephaly?
35.
Supine
a)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
b)
in which of the following positions should a medical assistant place a patient when preparing to perform a 12 lead EKG in the office?
c)
In which of the following positions should a medical assistant place an 18-month-old patient when administering ear drops to the right ear?
d)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
36.
Place all the sterile items in the center of the sterile field
a)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
b)
after a patient leaves an examination room which of the following actions should a assistant take to prepare the examination table for the next patient?
c)
When performing surgical asepsis which of the following steps should a medical assistant take to prevent contamination of the sterile field ?
d)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
37.
Providing first aid procedures
a)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
b)
which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
c)
which of the following items is an example of a durable medical equipment DME?
d)
which of the following actions will ensure reimbursement of a claim?
38.
A semi block letter
a)
which pf the following letter formats uses indented paragraphs?
b)
which of the following is defined by 9 calorie per gram
c)
Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
d)
which of the following does a Snellen chart measuring?
39.
Standard Precautions
a)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
b)
which of the following guidelines should a medical assistant follow when handling other potentially infectious materials
c)
Which of the following is a component of medical terminology used to ensure the ease of pronunciation?
d)
which of the following is a safeguard for all health care employees and patients who may be at risk of exposure to potentially infectious materials?
40.
Medication Allergies
a)
which of the following should a medical assistant do to assist with hemostasis following completion of a venipuncture procedure?
b)
which of the following should the medical assistant verify with the patient prior to the patient receiving a prescription for their acute ear infection?
c)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
d)
which of the following guidelines should a medical assistant follow when handling other potentially infectious materials
41.
visual acuity
a)
Which of the following is a root word?
b)
which of the following does a Snellen chart measuring?
c)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
d)
which of the following is a common root word
42.
Allow the patient to talk through their anger.
a)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
b)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
c)
Which of the following information should a medical assistant verify at every office visit?
d)
which of the following techniques should a medical assistant use when bandaging a wound with a roller bandage?
43.
wrap the wound from distal to proximal.
a)
Which of the following information should a medical assistant verify at every office visit?
b)
which of the following techniques should a medical assistant use when bandaging a wound with a roller bandage?
c)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
d)
which of the following guidelines should a medical assistant follow when handling other potentially infectious materials
44.
reporting codes that are supported by the encounter documentation.
a)
which of the following conditions requires a patient to avoid gluten
b)
Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
c)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
d)
which of the following actions will ensure reimbursement of a claim?
45.
administering medication using the physical technique indicated by the providers written order.
a)
which of the following statements describes the purpose of the right route as part of the rights of medication administration?
b)
Which of the following elements is a component of the standard precautions use of personal protective equipment (PPE)?
c)
which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
d)
which of the following statements describes the doctrine of the professional discretion
46.
have the patient empty their bladder
a)
which of the following should the medical assistant verify with the patient prior to the patient receiving a prescription for their acute ear infection?
b)
which of the following task should a medical assistant have a patient complete prior to gowning for a physical examination to ensure that the patient is more comfortable and to make the examination easier for the provider?
c)
which of the following stages described by the kobler ross grieving process indicates that a patient may attempt to give something up to gain more time?
d)
which of the following measurements would a medical assistant take during a routine well child exam when determining if the child has microcephaly?
47.
90-100 F
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
a medical assistant is providing education to a patient about communicable disease prevention. which of the following is an example of disease prevention
c)
a medical assistant is reinforcing teaching with a patient about obtaining a stool sample. which of the following information should the assistant include?
d)
a medical assistant is performing a drug test on a patient. the temperature of the urine sample should be within which of the following temperature ranges for the sample to be usable?
48.
mitochondria
a)
which pf the following letter formats uses indented paragraphs?
b)
which of the following cell structures provides energy for cells?
c)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
d)
Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
49.
10 mm/mV
a)
which of the following is the normal setting for the standardization mark on the EKG?
b)
Which of the following means the absence of infection or infectious material?
c)
which of the following is the purpose of utilizing a clinical centrifuge?
d)
Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
50.
hospice care facility
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
A medical assistant is providing instructions to give to a patient who is hard of hearing. which of the following should the assistant choose when speaking to the patient.
c)
a medical assistant is processing a referral to a transition the care of a patient who has less than 6 months to live. to which of the following care facilities will the medical assistant refer the patient to?
d)
a medical assistant is collecting data from a patient who is experiencing heat stroke. which of the following manifestation should the assistant expect to find?
51.
Ultrasonic Sanitization
a)
which of the following items is an example of a durable medical equipment DME?
b)
which of the following asepitic techniques involves using sound waves to vibrate and cleanse surgical instruments?
c)
which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
d)
which of the following is a step in the skin preparation process prior to a surgical procedure
52.
functional status screening
a)
a pulse ox can register an artificially low oxygen saturation measurement for a patient with which of the following conditions?
b)
a patient has fallen and has a bone protruding through the skin. the injury is an example of which of the following types of fractures
c)
overwhelming experiences often causes which of the following conditions?
d)
a patient's ability to walk, groom themselves, bathe, and eat is evaluated by which of the following screenings?
53.
paraphrasing
a)
when a medical assiatant is performing a patient interview it is important they understanad the patient message so that they can relay it accurately to the provider. which of the following techniques is the assistant using when they state i hear that you are saying
b)
A medical assistant is providing instructions to give to a patient who is hard of hearing. which of the following should the assistant choose when speaking to the patient.
c)
a medical assistant is performing a drug test on a patient. the temperature of the urine sample should be within which of the following temperature ranges for the sample to be usable?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing to perform a capillary collection from a patient who has poor circulation in their hands. which of the following techniques should the assistant use to increase circulation at the collection site?
54.
provide the patient with a copy of the prescription with the "copy only" written on it
a)
A patient arrives at the providers office with a laceration on their right fore arm, and the provider determines the patient will need sutures. which of the following supplies should the medical assistant hand to theprovider?
b)
An angry patient confronts a medical assistant in the reception area. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?
c)
a medical assistant is removing sutures from a patient who has a laceration on their left lower leg. after setting up the sterile field which of the following actions should the assistant take
d)
in addition to receiving a paper copy of their prescription a patient has requested that the prescription be called in to their pharmacy. after calling the pharmacy which of the following actions should the medical assistant take to complete this request?
55.
the number of calories from fat
a)
Which of the following is a root word?
b)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
c)
which of the following is defined by 9 calorie per gram
d)
Which of the following is a CLIA-waived laboratory test?
56.
uterine curette
a)
which of the following instruments should a medical assistant have prepared for a cervical polypectomy surgical procedure?
b)
Which of the following information should a medical assistant verify at every office visit?
c)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
d)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
57.
ask the patient to state their full name and DOB
a)
a medical assistant in an outpatient facility is preparing a patient for a venipuncture. which of the following actions should the assistant take to confirm the patient identity?
b)
A medical assistant calls a patient from the waiting area to obtain a specimen . Which of the following actions should the assistant do first?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
d)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
58.
Incident report
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
a medical assistant is collecting data from a patient who is experiencing heat stroke. which of the following manifestation should the assistant expect to find?
c)
A medical assistant is replacing a sharps disposal container in an examination room and receives a small laceration on their arm from the plastic lid. Which of the following types of documentation should the assistant complete as a result of this incident?
d)
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
59.
Pulse oximetry
a)
Which of the following pulmonary function tests involves measuring the oxygen saturation of a patient's blood by placing a probe on their Finger?
b)
which of the following asepitic techniques involves using sound waves to vibrate and cleanse surgical instruments?
c)
which of the following areas of coaching involves the medical assistant instructing patients about a procedure follow up and home care
d)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
60.
Right ear facing up with the earlobe pulled down and back
a)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
b)
Which of the following instructions should a medical assistant give a patient when administering an enteric coated tablet?
c)
In which of the following positions should a medical assistant place an 18-month-old patient when administering ear drops to the right ear?
d)
in which of the following positions should a medical assistant place a patient when preparing to perform a 12 lead EKG in the office?
61.
24 hr
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
d)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
62.
Otoscope
a)
a medical assistant is preparing for a patient upcoming virtual visit. which of the following actions should the assistant take
b)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
A medical assistant is preparing the exam room for a patient's general physical examination. Which of the following instruments should be available to the provider for the examination?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
63.
Notify the provider immediately.
a)
after a patient leaves an examination room which of the following actions should a assistant take to prepare the examination table for the next patient?
b)
when speaking with an older patient who has moderate hearing loss which of the following actions should a medical assistant take to aid in communication with the patient
c)
When performing surgical asepsis which of the following steps should a medical assistant take to prevent contamination of the sterile field ?
d)
When performing routine follow-up calls to patients, which of the following actions should a medical assistant take first to notify the provider if the patient provides an unsatisfactory progress report?
64.
Allergies
a)
Which of the following information should a medical assistant verify at every office visit?
b)
which of the following actions will ensure reimbursement of a claim?
c)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
d)
Which of the following vaccinations should patients receive at 7 years ole or older?
65.
Fowler's position
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
A patient is having an EKG performed and is experiencing dyspnea. In which of the following positions should the medical assistant place the patient?
c)
a medical assistant is aiding a provider with a colposcopy procedure. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
d)
An angry patient confronts a medical assistant in the reception area. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?
66.
face the patient when speaking
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
a medical assistant is aiding a provider with a colposcopy procedure. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
c)
A medical assistant is providing instructions to give to a patient who is hard of hearing. which of the following should the assistant choose when speaking to the patient.
d)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
67.
60 percent
a)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
b)
A medical assistant is using an alcohol based hand sanitizer after patient contact. the hand sanitizer should contain at least what percentage of alcohol?
c)
A medical assistant is scheduling a procedure at a local facility for a patient. Which of the following steps should the assistant take first?
d)
a medical assistant is aiding a provider with a colposcopy procedure. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
68.
Identify the patient
a)
a medical assistant is preparing for a patient upcoming virtual visit. which of the following actions should the assistant take
b)
A medical assistant calls a patient from the waiting area to obtain a specimen . Which of the following actions should the assistant do first?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
69.
Mailing address
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
a medical assistant in an outpatient facility is preparing a patient for a venipuncture. which of the following actions should the assistant take to confirm the patient identity?
c)
A medical assistant is preparing to print an after visit summary for a patient. which of the following direct identifiers should the assistant verifiy to protect the patients protected health information ? (PHI)
d)
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
70.
cold fingers
a)
a pulse ox can register an artificially low oxygen saturation measurement for a patient with which of the following conditions?
b)
a patient's ability to walk, groom themselves, bathe, and eat is evaluated by which of the following screenings?
c)
overwhelming experiences often causes which of the following conditions?
d)
A medical assistant needs to draw a blood glucose level on a patient. Which of the following tubes should they use?
71.
reconciliation
a)
which of the following terms refers to the process of making sure the balance of a financial account matches the balance on a bank statement ?
b)
which of the following techniques should a medical assistant use when bandaging a wound with a roller bandage?
c)
Which of the following is a component of medical terminology used to ensure the ease of pronunciation?
d)
which of the following is the normal setting for the standardization mark on the EKG?
72.
initials of the person transporting the specimen
a)
A medical assistant is processing blood samples obtained for a DNA analysis and paternity testing. which of the following information must they include on the document in order to maintain chain of custody?
b)
a medical assistant is creating a template for a provider to send electronic prescriptions which of the following is the most commonly included in electronic prescription templates?
c)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
d)
a medical assistant is examining who has third degree burns on their hands. which of the following is a first aid procedure the medical assistant can perform
73.
warm the patients hand
a)
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing to perform a capillary collection from a patient who has poor circulation in their hands. which of the following techniques should the assistant use to increase circulation at the collection site?
c)
a medical assistant in an outpatient facility is preparing a patient for a venipuncture. which of the following actions should the assistant take to confirm the patient identity?
d)
A medical assistant is providing instructions to give to a patient who is hard of hearing. which of the following should the assistant choose when speaking to the patient.
74.
The HIPAA privacy rule
a)
when speaking with an older patient who has moderate hearing loss which of the following actions should a medical assistant take to aid in communication with the patient
b)
A patient is having an EKG performed and is experiencing dyspnea. In which of the following positions should the medical assistant place the patient?
c)
a patients insurance company calls the office to obtain additional information regarding a recently submitted claim. which of the following regulations allows the office to release this information to an insurance company without a written authorization?
d)
a medical assistant has an acquired preauthorization for a patient referral to a specialist. which of the following is a reason for the insurer to deny the claim submitted by the specialist
75.
Health Care policy
a)
which of the following terms refers to the process of making sure the balance of a financial account matches the balance on a bank statement ?
b)
which of the following types of advance directives provide information about the person that a patient delegated to make health care decision their behalf if they are unable to do so?
c)
which of the following stages described by the kobler ross grieving process indicates that a patient may attempt to give something up to gain more time?
d)
which of the following should the medical assistant verify with the patient prior to the patient receiving a prescription for their acute ear infection?
76.
left lateral position
a)
a medical assistant is aiding a provider with a colposcopy procedure. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
77.
the assistant should tell the patient to hold the pressure on the site and elevate their arm
a)
which of the following instruments should a medical assistant have prepared for a cervical polypectomy surgical procedure?
b)
which of the following should a medical assistant do to assist with hemostasis following completion of a venipuncture procedure?
c)
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
d)
in which of the following positions should a medical assistant place a patient when preparing to perform a 12 lead EKG in the office?
78.
1 1/2 to 2 inches
a)
a medical assistant is performing a scratch allergy test on a patient back. which of the following distances describes the correct spacing for the small amount of allergens scratched onto the skin
b)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
c)
a medical assistant is performing a venipuncture. at which of the following angles should the assistant insert the needle
d)
a medical assistant is examining who has third degree burns on their hands. which of the following is a first aid procedure the medical assistant can perform
79.
basilic veins
a)
A medical assistant is scheduling a procedure at a local facility for a patient. Which of the following steps should the assistant take first?
b)
a medical assistant is attempting to perform a routine venipuncture on an older adult patient and is having difficulty locating a palpable vein which of the following veins should the assistant use as a last resort
c)
a medical assistant is researching community resources that provide holistic care for a patient. which of the following resources should the assistant select?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
80.
5 to 10 seconds
a)
a medical assistant is performing a venipuncture. at which of the following angles should the assistant insert the needle
b)
A medical assistant must provide which of the following community resources to a patient who states their partner bent their arm backwards until it broke?
c)
a medical assistant is performing a venipuncture for which of the following amounts of time should the assistant observe the site after releasing pressure and applying a bandage to ensure there is no leakage
d)
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
81.
the patient expresses the opposite of what they actually feel
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
b)
a medical assistant is preparing for a patient upcoming virtual visit. which of the following actions should the assistant take
c)
a medical assistant is assisting with a scratch test for pediatric patient. the assistant should identify that which of the following statements describes the scratch test
d)
a medical assistant is attempting to resolve a patient complaint. the assistant should identify that which of the following describes the defense mechanism of reaction. formation
82.
Append
a)
which of the following is a common root word
b)
Which of the following is a CLIA-waived laboratory test?
c)
which of the following does a Snellen chart measuring?
d)
Which of the following is a root word?
83.
sterilization
a)
a medical assistant needs to remove all living micro organisms from a contaminated towel clamp which of the following methods should the assistant use to cleanse this instrument
b)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
c)
a medical assistant is aiding a provider with a colposcopy procedure. in which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
84.
endocrine and nervous systems
a)
which of the following sexually transmitted infections
b)
which of the following is a parenteral method of administering medications
c)
which of the following body systems work together to control and maintain homeostasis
d)
which of the following pairs of the body system work together to move hormones throughout the body?
85.
Rapid strep test
a)
which of the following test is granted waived status under clinical laboratory improvement amendments?
b)
Which of the following is a CLIA-waived laboratory test?
c)
Which of the following dictates the operations of physician office clinical laboratories?
d)
which of the following items is an example of a durable medical equipment DME?
86.
Ice
a)
when assisting a provider with a vaginal exam and pap test a medical assistant should identify which of the following instruments is necessary?
b)
a medical assistant is assisting with a scratch test for pediatric patient. the assistant should identify that which of the following statements describes the scratch test
c)
a medical assistant is attempting to resolve a patient complaint. the assistant should identify that which of the following describes the defense mechanism of reaction. formation
d)
a medical assistant is assisting the provider with a patient who experiences an ankle sprain. the assistant should expect the provider to prescribe which of the following to treat the ankle sprain
87.
a clean up kit
a)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
b)
a medical assistant discovers an unidentifiable liquid on the floor of one of the clinic treatment rooms. which of the following materials should the assistant use to remove and dispose of the liquid
c)
A medical assistant calls a patient from the waiting area to obtain a specimen . Which of the following actions should the assistant do first?
d)
a medical assistant needs to remove all living micro organisms from a contaminated towel clamp which of the following methods should the assistant use to cleanse this instrument
88.
several allergies can be identified at one time
a)
a medical assistant is attempting to resolve a patient complaint. the assistant should identify that which of the following describes the defense mechanism of reaction. formation
b)
A medical assistant is billing a patient's third-party payer for today's office visit. Which of the following documents does this require?
c)
a medical assistant is assisting with a scratch test for pediatric patient. the assistant should identify that which of the following statements describes the scratch test
d)
when assisting a provider with a vaginal exam and pap test a medical assistant should identify which of the following instruments is necessary?
89.
15 degrees
a)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
b)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
a medical assistant is performing a venipuncture. at which of the following angles should the assistant insert the needle
d)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
90.
document the patients response to the teaching
a)
a medical assistant is reinforcing teaching with a patient about obtaining a stool sample. which of the following information should the assistant include?
b)
a provider asks a medical assistant to reinforce teaching with a patient about their new diagnosis. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a patient to have a mole excised. which of the following actions should the assistant take?
d)
a medical assistant is preparing for a patient upcoming virtual visit. which of the following actions should the assistant take
91.
tetanus and diphtheria
a)
In which of the following quadrants is the gallbladder located?
b)
according to the CDC which of the following immunizations is recommended to be administered every ten years
c)
according to the CDC which of the following is the correct order of for donning personal protective equipment
d)
which of the following is a parenteral method of administering medications
92.
capillary puncture
a)
a medical assistant is performing a venipuncture. at which of the following angles should the assistant insert the needle
b)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
c)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
d)
a medical assistant is collecting multiple blood samples from a patient which of the following vacuum tubes should the assistant fill first?
93.
otoscope
a)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
b)
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
c)
a medical assistant is performing a venipuncture. at which of the following angles should the assistant insert the needle
d)
a medical assistant is preparing to sanitize contaminated equipment which of the following places of equipment can a medical assistant sanitize and reuse without needing to disinfect or sterilize it
94.
time and assistant initials
a)
when utilizing an electronic health record system for printing computer generated labels for specimens. which of the following should the medical assistant manually write on the specimen once a venipuncture is completed
b)
According to OSHA guidelines for proper waste disposal which of the following should a medical assistant dispose of in a regular waste container?
c)
when speaking with an older patient who has moderate hearing loss which of the following actions should a medical assistant take to aid in communication with the patient
d)
when assisting a patient from a different culture which of the following should the medical assistant do to help the patient feel more comfortable in the medical office setting?
95.
Crutches
a)
which of the following does a Snellen chart measuring?
b)
which of the following is the purpose of utilizing a clinical centrifuge?
c)
which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
d)
which of the following items is an example of a durable medical equipment DME?
96.
yellow (blood culture)
a)
a medical assistant is obtaining a blood sample from an infant. which of the following methods should the assistant use to obtain the sample
b)
a medical assistant is collecting multiple blood samples from a patient which of the following vacuum tubes should the assistant fill first?
c)
a medical assistant is preparing a community resource library which of the following actions should the assistant take first?
d)
A medical assistant is scheduling a procedure at a local facility for a patient. Which of the following steps should the assistant take first?
97.
Gown, mask, goggles, and gloves
a)
according to the CDC which of the following immunizations is recommended to be administered every ten years
b)
during which of the following activities is it necessary for a medical assistant to use personal protective equipment?
c)
according to the CDC which of the following is the correct order of for donning personal protective equipment
d)
When performing venipuncture, which of the following is the correct order of draw?
98.
subcutaneous
a)
which of the following sexually transmitted infections
b)
which of the following defines the process of sterilization
c)
which of the following is a parenteral method of administering medications
d)
which of the following is considered an adverse reaction?
99.
cytobrush
a)
A medical assistant is billing a patient's third-party payer for today's office visit. Which of the following documents does this require?
b)
when assisting a provider with a vaginal exam and pap test a medical assistant should identify which of the following instruments is necessary?
c)
a medical assistant is assisting with a scratch test for pediatric patient. the assistant should identify that which of the following statements describes the scratch test
d)
a patient's ability to walk, groom themselves, bathe, and eat is evaluated by which of the following screenings?
100.
depression
a)
when a medical assiatant is performing a patient interview it is important they understanad the patient message so that they can relay it accurately to the provider. which of the following techniques is the assistant using when they state i hear that you are saying
b)
A medical assistant is speaking with a patient about their social history and the assistant notices the patient is fidgeting and appears anxious . Which of the following nonverbal communication styles is the patient exhibiting.
c)
A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
d)
a medical assistant is speaking with a patient who recently received a terminal diagnosis. the patient states i regret not taking better care of myself now i wont be able to accomplish what i wanted to do with my life. the assistant should identify that the patient is in which of the following stages of grief
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