NHA CCMA Certification Test Questions And
Answers
1. What should a medical assistant do to ensure an adequate EKG tracing
for a sweating patient?
A. Ensure the skin is clean and dry
B. Apply conductive gel to the patient's chest
C. Shave the electrode sites
D. Place the electrodes below the clavicle
Answer: Ensure the skin is clean and dry (A)
Ensuring the skin is clean and dry is crucial for getting a proper EKG tracing.
2. Which type of tissue lines the body cavity and outer surface of the
skin?
A. Muscle
B. Nerve
C. Connective
D. Epithelial
Answer: Epithelial (D)
Epithelial tissue is responsible for lining surfaces and cavities in the body.
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, 3. What technique should be used to support the ankle joint when
applying a bandage?
A. Recurrent
B. Tubular
C. Figure 8
D. Triangular
Answer: Figure 8 (C)
The figure 8 technique provides adequate support and flexibility for ankle injury.
4. Which action is included in the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard?
A. Offer employees the hepatitis C vaccine
B. Create an updated written exposure control plan
C. Distinct examination gloves before using them again
D. Practice aseptic handwashing prior to assisting with minor surgery
Answer: Practice aseptic handwashing prior to assisting with minor surgery (D)
Aseptic handwashing is essential to minimize the risk of infection during medical
procedures.
5. What regulation is violated when sending a fax without a cover sheet
for a patient not treated at a facility?
A. OSHA regulations
B. American Medical Association's Code of Medical Ethics
C. HIPAA
D. Joint commission regulations
Answer: HIPAA (C)
HIPAA mandates the protection of patient information during electronic
communications.
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, 6. How many recordings should a medical assistant take for a peak flow
measurement?
A. Four
B. Two
C. Three
D. One
Answer: Two (B)
Two recordings for peak flow measurement help ensure accuracy and reliability.
7. Which of these actions is likely NOT part of preparing for an EKG
tracing for a sweating patient?
A. Shaving the skin at electrode sites
B. Applying conductive gel to the electrodes
C. Ensuring the skin is clean and dry
D. Giving the patient a towel to dry off
Answer: Giving the patient a towel to dry off (D)
Providing a towel to dry off does not directly influence the EKG tracing quality.
8. What should a medical assistant include as part of the pre-surgical
procedure regarding hand hygiene?
A. Applying lotion before the procedure
B. Practicing aseptic handwashing
C. Wearing gloves at all times
D. Using antibacterial wipes
Answer: Practicing aseptic handwashing (B)
Aseptic handwashing is key to reducing contamination risks before surgical
assistance.
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Answers
1. What should a medical assistant do to ensure an adequate EKG tracing
for a sweating patient?
A. Ensure the skin is clean and dry
B. Apply conductive gel to the patient's chest
C. Shave the electrode sites
D. Place the electrodes below the clavicle
Answer: Ensure the skin is clean and dry (A)
Ensuring the skin is clean and dry is crucial for getting a proper EKG tracing.
2. Which type of tissue lines the body cavity and outer surface of the
skin?
A. Muscle
B. Nerve
C. Connective
D. Epithelial
Answer: Epithelial (D)
Epithelial tissue is responsible for lining surfaces and cavities in the body.
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, 3. What technique should be used to support the ankle joint when
applying a bandage?
A. Recurrent
B. Tubular
C. Figure 8
D. Triangular
Answer: Figure 8 (C)
The figure 8 technique provides adequate support and flexibility for ankle injury.
4. Which action is included in the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard?
A. Offer employees the hepatitis C vaccine
B. Create an updated written exposure control plan
C. Distinct examination gloves before using them again
D. Practice aseptic handwashing prior to assisting with minor surgery
Answer: Practice aseptic handwashing prior to assisting with minor surgery (D)
Aseptic handwashing is essential to minimize the risk of infection during medical
procedures.
5. What regulation is violated when sending a fax without a cover sheet
for a patient not treated at a facility?
A. OSHA regulations
B. American Medical Association's Code of Medical Ethics
C. HIPAA
D. Joint commission regulations
Answer: HIPAA (C)
HIPAA mandates the protection of patient information during electronic
communications.
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, 6. How many recordings should a medical assistant take for a peak flow
measurement?
A. Four
B. Two
C. Three
D. One
Answer: Two (B)
Two recordings for peak flow measurement help ensure accuracy and reliability.
7. Which of these actions is likely NOT part of preparing for an EKG
tracing for a sweating patient?
A. Shaving the skin at electrode sites
B. Applying conductive gel to the electrodes
C. Ensuring the skin is clean and dry
D. Giving the patient a towel to dry off
Answer: Giving the patient a towel to dry off (D)
Providing a towel to dry off does not directly influence the EKG tracing quality.
8. What should a medical assistant include as part of the pre-surgical
procedure regarding hand hygiene?
A. Applying lotion before the procedure
B. Practicing aseptic handwashing
C. Wearing gloves at all times
D. Using antibacterial wipes
Answer: Practicing aseptic handwashing (B)
Aseptic handwashing is key to reducing contamination risks before surgical
assistance.
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