CCMA Exam (NHA) Questions and Answers Latest 2022./2023. Graded A

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CCMA Exam (NHA) Questions and Answers Latest 2022 The first impulse that is recorded on the graph paper and represents atrial depolarization -Answer- P wave A patient that has shortness of breath a... nd abdominal pain should be placed in what position -Answer- Fowlers position The surgical removal of the kidney is called -Answer- Nephrectomy All bio-hazard containers should be this color -Answer- Red The ground lead on a 3 lead EKG should be placed on the -Answer- Left abdomen The MA has received a duplicate order for blood testing on a patient. The next step should be to -Answer- Call the provider and verify the order before drawing the blood During a visit to the dermatology office, a patient reports that a mole is growing very rapidly, the MA refers to this as -Answer- Metastasis A patient is angry and complaining about their bill, The MA knows to -Answer- Listen to the patient and attempt to help with the billing issue A patient is complaining of right sided flank pain, pain with urination and nausea/vomiting. The MA should consider that the patient is suffering from a -AnswerNephrolithiasis The MA knows that when instructing a patient to collect a urine sample for a pregnancy test that the urine should be collected -Answer- The first morning urine The MA knows that when administering an intradermal injection the syringe should be held a a -Answer- 15 degree angle with no aspiration The MA knows that when drawing an A1C blood test that the sample should be placed in a what color tube -Answer- Purple/Lavender The Phlebotomy duties of a MA include -Answer- Performing venipuncture If a patient has missed 3 periods it is referred to as -Answer- Amenorrhea The MA has attempted to draw blood on a patient with small, fragile veins and has missed twice, the next step is to -Answer- Ask another MA to draw blood When labeling a urine culture, what information should be placed on the label -AnswerPatients name and DOBIf a patient becomes upset, refuses all medical care and leaves the office, the MA knows to -Answer- Chart the details of the event in the patients chart or medical record Two swabs are sent to the lab for a flu and strep test. Only one swab is labeled wit the correct information, The MA knows that the lab will -Answer- Run the test on the labeled swab only and have the second swab re drawn A patient presents to the office for a subcutaneous allergy injection. There is no dose listed on the MD order. The MA knows to -Answer- Call the provider and verify the order The type of injection that is used for a ragweed allergy testing -Answer- intradermal To assign an ICD-9 code, the MA knows that she must know the -Answer- Etiology of the diagnosis The MA knows that she was instructed to re draw a lipid profile because the blood was sent to the lab in a -Answer- lavender, blue, or green tube; should be a tiger top The MA knows that when measuring an infant from head to heel that the infant should be in this position -Answer- Supine When caring for a cardiac patient, the MA knows the the PT/INR should be drawn in this type of tube -Answer- Sodium citrate; blue The definition of hematemesis -Answer- Vomiting blood The MA know that when collecting a swab for a Rapid Strep test the specimen comes from the -Answer- Throat The accumulation of blood in the chest cavity -Answer- Hemothorax The MA knows that when placing a Holter monitor on a patient , that the black lead is located -Answer- The left side of the chest between V4 and V5, center over rib If a patient is scheduled for an outpatient procedure, what form should the MA have signed that explains the risk of the procedure to be performed on the patient -AnswerConsent form Fr routine blood draws on a patient with fragile veins, the instrument of choice is - Answer- Winged infusion set Anthropometric measurements are done to complete -Answer- Growth charts The MA knows that the spread of TB is transmitted via -Answer- Airborne transmissionThe MA knows that when caring for a patient with hypotension, the cart should be placed in which position -Answer- Trendelenberg The MA knows that the proper way to obtain a urine C&S is to instruct the patient provide a -Answer- Clean catch sample The MA knows that the standard speed on a EKG machine is -Answer- 25 mm per second The MA begins a dressing change without washing her hands. Which disease is she most likely to spread -Answer- MRSA To deliver a slow, constant effect of medication, the MA knows that the patient will need -Answer- Transdermal Patch During CPR, the rate of compression is -Answer- 100/ min The systolic Korotoff sound that is heard when obtaining a blood pressure resembles - Answer- Tapping Which of the following indicates NSR (normal sinus rhythm) -Answer- PR interval of 0.16 seconds To locate a code for a documented procedure in a office, the MA knows to check - Answer- Progress note After obtaining a patients critically high NA+ level, the MA knows that the problem was this colored tube for the draw -Answer- Grey ( sodium flouride) When performing testing on a stool specimen, the Ma knows to check -Answer- The expiration date of the developing solution Specific coding instructions for each CPT section is located in the -Answer- Guidelines When transporting an ABG (arterial blood gas) the MA knows to place the samle in - Answer- Ice slushy Apical pulse is obtained on -Answer- Infants According to HIPPA guidelines, a CMS 1500 form is required to include -AnswerEmployer Identification number The forms that are used to communicate standard information about chemicals used in the workplace -Answer- MSDS formsWhich procedure is a CLIA waved test performed in the MD office -Answer- Urine test for HCG Which would require an assignment of a V code -Answer- Contraceptive injection If a patient states that she has breast implants, the MA knows to place V1 and V2 at which intercostal space -Answer- 3rd intercostal space An infectious agent moves from the reservoir host to -Answer- Means of exit What should the MA use as a proper identification of a patient before administering vaccines -Answer- Full name of patient The MA knows that HCG hormone will be secreted -Answer- during pregnancy During a 12 lead EKG, which lead is considered the ground lead that will help reduce interference -Answer- Right leg POL (Physician Office Lab) testing within the doctor's office may not include -AnswerBlood typing A patient is suffering from hypogylcemia should be offered -Answer- Orange Juice During a routine EKG the MA notices an elevated ST segment, The MA should be concerned that the patient may be experiencing a -Answer- Myocardial Infarction (Heart attack) The MA knows that the proper lead placement for a TELE pack EKG belong on - Answer- Anterior Thoracic region The ishihara chart is used to determine -Answer- Color blindness If a coworker should reach across a sterile field , the MA knows to -Answer- Get a new set up and start the procedure over A product that the patient can take home to evaluate their pulmonary function -AnswerPeak flow meter The MA is aware that it is acceptable to report confidential PHI in cases of -AnswerActive TB and VDRL Spirometer testing on a patient with COPD will asses -Answer- The amount of air leaving the lungs and the rate it is expelled What will result in a decreased risk of the transfer of pathogens by direct or indirect contact -Answer- Proper surgical asepsisWhat is the correct way to fix an error in paper charting -Answer- Draw a single line through the error When V-fib is noted in an EKG the MA knows to -Answer- Call for help It is this persons responsibility to explain al the pre and post op care to the patient - Answer- MA What is the purpose of using electrodes during an EKG -Answer- to promote lead attachment What do Antropometric measurements include -Answer- height, weight, and BMI Them MA should do this if a sealed rape kit is open -Answer- disguard the kit and obtain an unopened kit What testing regulations require quality control to ensure accuracy of test results - Answer- POC testing regulations The destruction of all forms of microbials and spores is referred to as -AnswerSterilization What is the correct dose of medication given for a PPD ( Purified Protein Derivative) - Answer- 0.1 mL What is testing for a hemocult testing for -Answer- imperceptible blood While wearing a Holter monitor this is not allowed -Answer- Showering This is the first thing to do after a needle stick -Answer- Wash with soap and water When does timing for a GTT begin -Answer- immediately following the patient finishing the solution What is used on a Bp cuff to aid in destroying pathogenic microorganisms -Answerdisinfectant It is considered an invasion of privacy when entering patient room without this -Answerknocking and introducing yourself to the patient This can be done to minimize somatic tremor w [Show More]

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