NCCT )NCCT Exam: Questions & Answers
A 19 year old patient offers her arm to the MA when she comes in with a blood pressure cuff and
stethoscope, this is an example of ? - ANSWER:implied consent
60 cycle interference artifact - ANSWER:small, straight, spiked lines that are consistent causing the
baseline to be thick and unreadable... lead wires not following the bod contour, other electrical
equipment in the room, wiring in the walls, ceilings, or floors, and improper grounding of the ECG
the abbreviation ADLs means - ANSWER:activities of daily living
the abbreviations for gastrointestinal - ANSWER:GI
the abbreviation for fracture - ANSWER:fx
abbreviation for treatment - ANSWER:tx
abnormally dried skin is described as - ANSWER:xerosis
an abnormal rapid heart rate is known as - ANSWER:tachycardia
an abnormal slow respiratory rate is described as - ANSWER:bradycardia
According to the American Hospital Association, if a Spanish- speaking patient requested a translator but
was not provided one, it would be considered a violation of - ANSWER:patient bill of rights
The action of making damaging and false statements about the name or reputation of another person to
a third party is known as - ANSWER:defamation of character
An active preschool patient with thick nasal secretions is mouth-breathing due to congestion, the MA
should select which method for checking body temperature - ANSWER:axillary
an adult has a second degree burn that covers his entire left arm, which best describes the estimated
surface area involved based on this information - ANSWER:9%
the adult patient respiratory rate is 18 breaths per minute, with no apparent distress, the finding is -
ANSWER:within normal limits
Adult patient sitting is waiting room is known for have epilepsy, begins having apparent tonic-clonic
movement of the arms and legs, how should the MA respond - ANSWER:move the patient to the floor
and clear all surrounding objects
An adult patient with the vital signs of T 37.0, C 72, R 18, BP 192/107 mm Hg indicates -
ANSWER:hypertension
Advanced Beneficiary Notice is used for - ANSWER:Medicare
After hand washing , the ECG technician notices the patient has MRSA sores, the next step to take in
order to prevent infection is to - ANSWER:use universal precautions
,After notifying the physician, which should the MA next action be after recording the ECG rhythm on a
patient - ANSWER:monitor the patient for deterioration of symptoms
After performing an ECG the MA notices wandering baselines in the precordial leads, which is the most
appropriate next step - ANSWER:re-evaluate chest leads
After receiving the MMR vaccine 12-month old begins to experience coughing, wheezing and labored
breathing - ANSWER:obtain epinephrine and oxygen and await physicians orders
After validating an ECG order, collecting all supplies, and ensuring the machine is in proper working
order, the technicians next step should be to - ANSWER:identify the patient
applying a warm, moist pack to a soft tissue injury promotes healing by - ANSWER:increasing vascular
circulation
As the MA you are assisting the primary provider with suture placement, what is the most important
personal protective equipment you are going to gather for yourself and the provider - ANSWER:sterile
gloves
Auscultation is a method of examination the requires the use of - ANSWER:a stethoscope
baseline - ANSWER:the period when the entire heart returns to its resting state
The best way to ensure that a patient understands and complies with the medical office's financial policy
is to explain the - ANSWER:office's financial policies and procedures in advance of service
B.I.D - ANSWER:twice a day
Blood pressure measures cardiovascular function by measuring the force of blood exerted on -
ANSWER:arteries
bowel sounds with reduced volume, tone, or regularity upon auscultation is described as -
ANSWER:hypoactive
the branch of medicine which specializes in the study and treatment of patients with morbid obesity -
ANSWER:bariatrics
A business letter should be folded in which of the following positions using a standard no. 10 envelope -
ANSWER:thirds, face up
CAD - ANSWER:coronary artery disease
Carcinoma refers to - ANSWER:cancer
A cardiac surgeon who provides testimony to a court for the purpose of verifying the standard of care
was followed for a heart surgery is referred to as - ANSWER:expert witness
The central nervous system is made up of the - ANSWER:brain and spinal cord
a certified MA must maintain their credentials through which method - ANSWER:continuing education
Cholecystitis is an inflammation of the - ANSWER:gallbladder
, CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) - ANSWER:Federal guidelines that regulate all
clinical laboratories across the U.S.
The closure of which valves within the heart created the "lub' sound of the heart beats "lub dub" cycle -
ANSWER:atrioventricular valves
The closure of which valves within the heart creates the "lub dub" cycle - ANSWER:atrioventricular
valves
clustering - ANSWER:a scheduling patients with similar problems or conditions into groups
CMS-1500 - ANSWER:standard claim form used for outpatient reimbursement and file claims for
physician's service
correct order for filing patients medical records - ANSWER:index, code, sort, file
A coworker admitting to taking office drug samples home for personal use without permission violates
standards of - ANSWER:professional ethics
CVA - ANSWER:cerebrovascular accident (stroke)
cystitis refers to inflammation of - ANSWER:bladder
a deliberate physical attack upon a person is - ANSWER:battery
describes a written request for reimbursement for eligible medical expenses - ANSWER:CMS 1500
The document signed by a patient agreeing to have a venipuncture procedure after the phlebotomist
explains the method, risk, and consequences is called - ANSWER:informed consent
Double booking - ANSWER:two patients are given the same appointment time
during a minor surgical procedure, which equipment is required to maintain surgical asepsis -
ANSWER:transfer forceps
during a mole excision the MA is asked to assist the physician handing the physician supplies, the MA
should apply - ANSWER:sterile gloves
During an ECG, the right leg provides grounding for which leads - ANSWER:augmented
during a phlebotomy collection, the needle came out of the patients arm and the phlebotomist gloves
became grossly bloody. Which statement correctly describes the disposal of the waste - ANSWER:dispose
of the sharps in puncture-proof biohazard sharps container, then dispose of the contaminated gloves in a
biohazard bag
during a treadmill stress test which vital signs should be monitored most frequently - ANSWER:blood
pressure
ECG records - ANSWER:40-50 heartbeats
The ECG technician is performing an ECG on a patient who is obese, and wondering baseline is present,
which actions should the technician take - ANSWER:ensure that new electrodes and clean clips are used,
ensure good skin preparation
A 19 year old patient offers her arm to the MA when she comes in with a blood pressure cuff and
stethoscope, this is an example of ? - ANSWER:implied consent
60 cycle interference artifact - ANSWER:small, straight, spiked lines that are consistent causing the
baseline to be thick and unreadable... lead wires not following the bod contour, other electrical
equipment in the room, wiring in the walls, ceilings, or floors, and improper grounding of the ECG
the abbreviation ADLs means - ANSWER:activities of daily living
the abbreviations for gastrointestinal - ANSWER:GI
the abbreviation for fracture - ANSWER:fx
abbreviation for treatment - ANSWER:tx
abnormally dried skin is described as - ANSWER:xerosis
an abnormal rapid heart rate is known as - ANSWER:tachycardia
an abnormal slow respiratory rate is described as - ANSWER:bradycardia
According to the American Hospital Association, if a Spanish- speaking patient requested a translator but
was not provided one, it would be considered a violation of - ANSWER:patient bill of rights
The action of making damaging and false statements about the name or reputation of another person to
a third party is known as - ANSWER:defamation of character
An active preschool patient with thick nasal secretions is mouth-breathing due to congestion, the MA
should select which method for checking body temperature - ANSWER:axillary
an adult has a second degree burn that covers his entire left arm, which best describes the estimated
surface area involved based on this information - ANSWER:9%
the adult patient respiratory rate is 18 breaths per minute, with no apparent distress, the finding is -
ANSWER:within normal limits
Adult patient sitting is waiting room is known for have epilepsy, begins having apparent tonic-clonic
movement of the arms and legs, how should the MA respond - ANSWER:move the patient to the floor
and clear all surrounding objects
An adult patient with the vital signs of T 37.0, C 72, R 18, BP 192/107 mm Hg indicates -
ANSWER:hypertension
Advanced Beneficiary Notice is used for - ANSWER:Medicare
After hand washing , the ECG technician notices the patient has MRSA sores, the next step to take in
order to prevent infection is to - ANSWER:use universal precautions
,After notifying the physician, which should the MA next action be after recording the ECG rhythm on a
patient - ANSWER:monitor the patient for deterioration of symptoms
After performing an ECG the MA notices wandering baselines in the precordial leads, which is the most
appropriate next step - ANSWER:re-evaluate chest leads
After receiving the MMR vaccine 12-month old begins to experience coughing, wheezing and labored
breathing - ANSWER:obtain epinephrine and oxygen and await physicians orders
After validating an ECG order, collecting all supplies, and ensuring the machine is in proper working
order, the technicians next step should be to - ANSWER:identify the patient
applying a warm, moist pack to a soft tissue injury promotes healing by - ANSWER:increasing vascular
circulation
As the MA you are assisting the primary provider with suture placement, what is the most important
personal protective equipment you are going to gather for yourself and the provider - ANSWER:sterile
gloves
Auscultation is a method of examination the requires the use of - ANSWER:a stethoscope
baseline - ANSWER:the period when the entire heart returns to its resting state
The best way to ensure that a patient understands and complies with the medical office's financial policy
is to explain the - ANSWER:office's financial policies and procedures in advance of service
B.I.D - ANSWER:twice a day
Blood pressure measures cardiovascular function by measuring the force of blood exerted on -
ANSWER:arteries
bowel sounds with reduced volume, tone, or regularity upon auscultation is described as -
ANSWER:hypoactive
the branch of medicine which specializes in the study and treatment of patients with morbid obesity -
ANSWER:bariatrics
A business letter should be folded in which of the following positions using a standard no. 10 envelope -
ANSWER:thirds, face up
CAD - ANSWER:coronary artery disease
Carcinoma refers to - ANSWER:cancer
A cardiac surgeon who provides testimony to a court for the purpose of verifying the standard of care
was followed for a heart surgery is referred to as - ANSWER:expert witness
The central nervous system is made up of the - ANSWER:brain and spinal cord
a certified MA must maintain their credentials through which method - ANSWER:continuing education
Cholecystitis is an inflammation of the - ANSWER:gallbladder
, CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) - ANSWER:Federal guidelines that regulate all
clinical laboratories across the U.S.
The closure of which valves within the heart created the "lub' sound of the heart beats "lub dub" cycle -
ANSWER:atrioventricular valves
The closure of which valves within the heart creates the "lub dub" cycle - ANSWER:atrioventricular
valves
clustering - ANSWER:a scheduling patients with similar problems or conditions into groups
CMS-1500 - ANSWER:standard claim form used for outpatient reimbursement and file claims for
physician's service
correct order for filing patients medical records - ANSWER:index, code, sort, file
A coworker admitting to taking office drug samples home for personal use without permission violates
standards of - ANSWER:professional ethics
CVA - ANSWER:cerebrovascular accident (stroke)
cystitis refers to inflammation of - ANSWER:bladder
a deliberate physical attack upon a person is - ANSWER:battery
describes a written request for reimbursement for eligible medical expenses - ANSWER:CMS 1500
The document signed by a patient agreeing to have a venipuncture procedure after the phlebotomist
explains the method, risk, and consequences is called - ANSWER:informed consent
Double booking - ANSWER:two patients are given the same appointment time
during a minor surgical procedure, which equipment is required to maintain surgical asepsis -
ANSWER:transfer forceps
during a mole excision the MA is asked to assist the physician handing the physician supplies, the MA
should apply - ANSWER:sterile gloves
During an ECG, the right leg provides grounding for which leads - ANSWER:augmented
during a phlebotomy collection, the needle came out of the patients arm and the phlebotomist gloves
became grossly bloody. Which statement correctly describes the disposal of the waste - ANSWER:dispose
of the sharps in puncture-proof biohazard sharps container, then dispose of the contaminated gloves in a
biohazard bag
during a treadmill stress test which vital signs should be monitored most frequently - ANSWER:blood
pressure
ECG records - ANSWER:40-50 heartbeats
The ECG technician is performing an ECG on a patient who is obese, and wondering baseline is present,
which actions should the technician take - ANSWER:ensure that new electrodes and clean clips are used,
ensure good skin preparation
