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Question 1

A clinical MA saw a patient collapsed in the living room after assessing pt it was determined that the pt has pacemaker, and that an ADE was needed. How far away from the pacemaker should AED pads/ electrodes be placed?

Answer 1

1 inch away

Question 2

Clinical MA assistant is setting up an appointment for pt. What would be the reason to call the insurance company?

Answer 2

To obtain a clinical report of the procedure and if insurance covers it.

Question 3

What would be the best way to explain how to perform a self breast examination at home?

Answer 3

Use 3 fingers with a firm touch moving fingers in a circular motion around the breast.

Question 3

A pt calls and states that their surgical incision is infected, what question is most important for the certified medical assistant (CMA) to ask to assist?

Answer 3

If the incision site is warm and red.

Question 4

What is the name of a scheduling technique where 2 pt come in at the beginning of each hour and the others are scheduled every 10-20 min?

Answer 4

Modified wave scheduling.

Question 5

After administering a 2 ML rocephin to a pt with severe shingles. Which of the following is the correct information for correct documentation?

Answer 5

Pt tolerated the receptin injection well.

Question 6

What is used to clean a pt skin in preparation for minor surgery?

Answer 6

Antiseptic

Question 7

What approaches are considered for a pt who does not speak english?

Answer 7

Request a professional medical translator.

Question 7

What information is needed to measure someone for cruches?

Answer 7

The Pt height

Question 8

A pt came into the hospital to get a GTT (glucose test) . What should you do?

Answer 8

The Explain test requires fasting for 8-12 hours and rescheduling the PT appointment.

Question 8

Failure to exercise appropriate care of pt is?

Answer 8

Negligence

Question 9

The study of the biology of microscopic organisms is called?

Answer 9

Microscopic Biology

Question 10

How often should a Pt medical record be reviewed to ensure accuracy and completeness?

Answer 10

Annually

Question 11

Hospital acquired infection?

Answer 11

Nosocomial

Question 12

A clinical assistant should answer the phone on how many rings?

Answer 12

3 rings

Question 13

What point during urination should specimens be collected ?

Answer 13

during mid stream

Question 14

In what state is the body when adequate rest and no food for at least 12 hours?

Answer 14

Basal state

Question 15

What form of sterilization is most used in medical offices?

Answer 15

Autoclaving (steam)

Question 16

A physician has asked for you to type a formal letter for them, which closing would be incorrect?

Answer 16

Best of luck

Question 17

Which medical service would require pre authorization from pt insurance?

Answer 17

Outpatient service, and MRI

Question 18

If a tourniquet is needed, how long should you hold it ?

Answer 18

Less than 1 minute (can’t be left on for more than 1 minute)

Question 19

Which of the following should be used when performing phlebotomy on elderly pt?

Answer 19

A butterfly needle

Question 20

What is the maximum amount of urine an adult normally produces in 24 hours ?

Answer 20

24 hours: 2,000 ML
48 hours: 4,000 ML

Question 21

What is the general term used for an object that transmits infections?

Answer 21

Formite

Question 22

A condition in which the blood doesn't have enough healthy blood cells and hemoglobin ?

Answer 22

Anemia

Question 23

What is the correct location for place of service code 11?

Answer 23

In the office

Question 24

Which of the following requires pre authorization in the physician's office?

Answer 24

Bone density test

Question 25

What is one of the best ways to collect and transmit electronic pt data safely?

Answer 25

Use secure wireless network

Question 26

What method of scheduling involves booking several pt’s with the same condition in the same time frame?

Answer 26

Cluster scheduling

Question 27

What instructions should be given post operation?

Answer 27

Call the office if there's any redness, swelling or fever

Question 27

When you administer a mediation, when do you document it?

Answer 27

immediately

Question 28

When preparing a patient for a procedure; what motion do you use to clean skin?

Answer 28

circular motion from inside towards outside

Question 29

In the recommended order of draw which tube should be filled last?

Answer 29

Gray

Question 30

Which action of clinical MA represents appropriate action after venipuncture procedure?

Answer 30

tell Pt to apply pressure to the site, and elevate arm

Question 31

What agency approves chemical products for disinfection of surfaces in the examination room?

Answer 31

EPA

Question 32

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

Answer 32

Hold at eye level when pouring

Question 33

Who is responsible for preparing the examination room before a minor procedure?

Answer 33

Medical Assistant

Question 34

What type of PPE are used in medical labs?

Answer 34

Goggles, gown, and gloves

Question 35

When assessing a 5 year old, you notice bruises on arms and legs. What should you do?

Answer 35

Notify physician immediately

Question 36

What is the process used to wash and remove blood and tissue from an instrument?

Answer 36

Sanitization (lukewarm.)

Question 37

What is the ability to identify with someone's feelings?

Answer 37

Empathy

Question 38

Example of biohazard?

Answer 38

Splashing of blood if the cap is removed

Question 39

Representing which profession helps regain independence of your home?

Answer 39

Physical Therapist

Question 40

Why is anticoagulant additive used in evaluating test tubes?

Answer 40

Prevents blood from clotting

Question 41

What is the correct temperature for ear irrigation?

Answer 41

Room temperature

Question 42

What is supported when a health care team is able to understand cultural differences?

Answer 42

Diversity

Question 43

What color code tube indicates presence of sodium heparin used for anticoagulant blood tests?

Answer 43

Green

Question 44

Patient daughter called the office and requested lab results. How should you handle that?

Answer 44

Verify if the medical release forms were signed off by the patient.

Question 45

Which of the following is an example of CPT code?

Answer 45

99202

Question 46

Patient came into the office with chest pain & sob (shortness of breath) . What position is best?

Answer 46

Fallors (Semi)- 45% (Full)- 90%

Question 47

Which diagnosis can be put on an insurance claim for a urine culture?

Answer 47

Hematuria

Question 48

What is the most frequent cause of exposure to HIV in a health care setting?

Answer 48

Accidental needle sticks

Question 49

What is defamation through spoken statements?

Answer 49

Slander

Question 50

What will happen to a submitted insurance claim if diagnosis and procedure code do not match?

Answer 50

It will be rejected

Question 51

Which of the following is one of the 6 standardized elements found on product labels of a chemical product?

Answer 51

Pictogram

Question 52

Under what circumstances can you accept a check written by a 3rd party ?

Answer 52

if the check is from a health insurance company

Question 53

Patients inform MA that he was diagnosed with a brain tumor and received chemotherapy, where in the medical record would you document it?

Answer 53

Medical History

Question 54

What procedure is appropriate for preparing blood and other potentially infectious material for transport?

Answer 54

Place materials in a leak proof container

Question 55

What hormone is tested on a pregnancy test?

Answer 55

ACG

Question 56

What are aspirin and acetaminophen ?

Answer 56

analgesics(pain) and antipyretic(fever)

Question 57

What is damaged in a patient with tachycardia?

Answer 57

Heart Muscle

Question 58

When would clinical MA use a multi sample needle?

Answer 58

When more than 1 tube of blood is to be collected

Question 59

Blood samples are collected from patients; plasma is pink to red in color. What is the cause?

Answer 59

Hemolysis

Question 60

What government agency regulates the SDS (safety data sheet) for all chemicals in the workplace to be accessible?

Answer 60

OSHA

Question 61

What is the name for a fluctuating fever that decreases to or below and

Answer 61

Intermit

Question 62

MA is a mixing cleaning solution. What is the ratio of water to bleach

Answer 62

1 to 10 ratio

Question 63

Which agency regulates the controlled substance act?

Answer 63

DEA

Question 64

The Patient's medical release form has expired. What should you do?

Answer 64

Have patient fill out new form

Question 65

Which hospital department has physicians in the field of musculoskeletal disorders?

Answer 65

Orthopedics

Question 66

Which drug administration group is used for someone who is nauseous ?

Answer 66

Rectal

Question 67

What is the name of the chart used to test visual acuity ?

Answer 67

Snellen

Question 68

What is the preferred vein for venipuncture

Answer 68

Median Cubital

Question 69

What does the acronym SOAP stand for?

Answer 69

Subjective (you) Objective (doctor asking questions) Asses Plan

Question 70

In ECG what should be calculated to determine ventricle pulse?

Answer 70

Spacing between QRS complex

Question 71

Demerol 75 mg IM (inter-muscular) every 4 hours as needed is what type of referral?

Answer 71

PRN (as needed)

Question 72

Which of the following ECG findings corresponds to the electrical activity of the ventricles during the isoelectric contraction phase?

Answer 72

QRS complex

Question 73

The PKU (phenylketonuria) is performed where?

Answer 73

Blood drawn from a newborns heel

Question 74

Sign of infection?

Answer 74

Temperature of 101 degrees or higher

Question 75

Female pt had a right side masectomy with removal of lymphoid tissue, what is the name of the condition that makes blood draw on right arm not recommended?

Answer 75

Lymphostasis

Question 76

An MA recorded a head circumference of 37 inches instead of 37cm. how do you correct the error?

Answer 76

A single line through the error and initial the strikeout.

Question 77

Objects that transmit infections like clothes utensils and furniture are known?

Answer 77

Formite

Question 78

What is the maximum volume of urine a grown male can produce in 2?

Answer 78

4000mL's

Question 79

What instructions are given to a patient who has been prescribed buccal medication?

Answer 79

Place the medication between the lower teeth and cheek.

Question 79

Which of the following is the best position for the exam that examines the dorsal cavity?

Answer 79

Prone

Question 80

What should be used when performing phlebotomy on a 80

Answer 80

A butterfly needle.

Question 81

How long should a tourniquet be placed?

Answer 81

Less than 1 min

Question 82

Which of the following blood test would be ordered for a diagnoses of leukemia?

Answer 82

A CBC with differential

Question 83

What medical service may require pre authorization from insurance companies?

Answer 83

Outpatient services and MRI

Question 84

What blood pressure reading would be considered stage 1 hypertension?

Answer 84

148/96

Question 85

If a MA needs to step away from the computer, what must they do prior to leaving?

Answer 85

Close pt chart and lock the computer screen.

Question 86

A pt returned to the office to pickup a prescription, the doctor did not authorize it yet. The pt is not pleased. what should you do?

Answer 86

Remain calm

Question 87

What is an appropriate needle length for an intramuscular injection?

Answer 87

1 1/2 inches

Question 87

What should be used to chill a specimen as it is transported?

Answer 87

Crushed Ice

Question 88

Why do you wipe away the first drop of blood in a capillary blood?

Answer 88

To prevent contamination of the sample.

Question 89

What is the name of the national health insurance plan for Americans aged 65 and older?

Answer 89

Medicare

Question 90

When scheduling pt, which allows pt to be seen on a first come first served basis?

Answer 90

Open hours.

Question 91

A pt has been diagnosed with a devastating illness, what could the MA say to demonstrate empathy?

Answer 91

They're sorry that the pt has to go through this.

Question 92

You inform your supervisor that you documented lab results in the wrong chart. what does this best exemplify?

Answer 92

Accountability

Question 93

Which claim form is used for billing at a physicians office?

Answer 93

CMS-1500

Question 94

What can make it difficult to collect blood in elderly adults?

Answer 94

Loss of skin elasticity

Question 95

There are no sharp containers in the lab. which agency should this be?

Answer 95

OSHA

Question 96

While taking a pt medical history for active tuberculosis, what PPE is required?

Answer 96

A mask.

Question 97

An MA is preparing a wound for suturing. what is the proper cleansing ?

Answer 97

Wipe from center to the edge.