NHA CBCS EXAM VERSION 2
CONTENT
120+ multiple-choice Q&As with verified answers
Medical Terminology & Abbreviations
Anatomy & Physiology basics (body systems, organs)
Insurance Basics (Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE,
private payers)
Coding Systems (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)
Claims Processing (CMS-1500, clean claim
requirements)
Billing & Collections (EOB, appeal, delinquent
accounts)
Compliance & Regulations (HIPAA, fraud, abuse, OIG
guidelines)
Payment Systems (capitation, DRG, fee-for-service, RBRVS)
Office Administration (scheduling, records, audits, professionalism)
,Consist of 120 mcq Questions with Answers
1. Which of the following statements if true regarding medical asepsis?
A) It refers to the complete elimination of all microorganisms from and area
or surface
B) It involves the use of sterile techniques to prevent the transmission of
microorganisms
C) It focuses on the maintenance of a sterile environment during surgical
procedures
D) It aims to reduce the number of microorganisms and prevent their spread-
Answer
It aims to reduce the number of microorganisms and prevent their spread
This is achieved through practices such as hand hygiene, using gloves, disinfecting
surfaces, and proper handling of contaminated items.
2. Scenario: Samantha is a CCMA working in a hospital. She is responsible for
entering physician orders into computerized physician order entry (CPOE)
system. One day, Dr. Johnson asks Samantha to order a medication for a patient.
Samantha notices that the medication dosage seems unusually high for the
patient's condition. She decides to confirm the order before processing it.
Question: What should Samantha do next?
,A) Process the order without questioning the dosage
B) Consult with another physician about the dosage
C) Discuss her concerns with Dr. Johnson
D) Contact the patient's family for verification
Answer
Discuss her concerns with Dr. Johnson
3. A 35-year-old male patient presents to the clinic with a deep cut on his hand
sustained while handling a knife in the kitchen. the wound is bleeding
profusely, and the patient is in pain. What is the most appropriate immediate
action by the medical assistant?
A) Apply a tourniquet to stop the bleeding
B) Wash the wound with soap and water
C) Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth
D) Elevate the hand above the level of the heart
Answer
Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth
4. What method is considered the most accurate for measuring height?
A) Standing height measurement
B) Lying down height measurement
C) Self-reported height measurement
D) Estimated height measurement
, Answer
Standing height measurement
Because it takes into account the natural alignment of the body and minimizes
variations caused by intervertebral disc compression.
5. You are a Clinical Medical Assistant participating in the transition of care for
a patient who has recently been discharged from the hospitals after a surgical
procedure. As part of your role, you need to ensure that the patient
understands their post-operative instructions and follow-up care. Which of the
following actions would be most appropriate in this situation?
A) Provide the patient with a detailed written instruction booklet
B) Verbally explain the post-operative instructions to the patient
C) Schedule a follow-up appointment for the patient before they leave the
hospital
D) Encourage the patient to ask questions about their care plan
Answer
Encourage the patient to ask questions about their care plan
It promotes active involvement and understanding
6. Scenario: You are a clinical medical attending to a patient who is visually
impaired. The patient is having difficulty understanding the instructions pro-
CONTENT
120+ multiple-choice Q&As with verified answers
Medical Terminology & Abbreviations
Anatomy & Physiology basics (body systems, organs)
Insurance Basics (Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE,
private payers)
Coding Systems (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)
Claims Processing (CMS-1500, clean claim
requirements)
Billing & Collections (EOB, appeal, delinquent
accounts)
Compliance & Regulations (HIPAA, fraud, abuse, OIG
guidelines)
Payment Systems (capitation, DRG, fee-for-service, RBRVS)
Office Administration (scheduling, records, audits, professionalism)
,Consist of 120 mcq Questions with Answers
1. Which of the following statements if true regarding medical asepsis?
A) It refers to the complete elimination of all microorganisms from and area
or surface
B) It involves the use of sterile techniques to prevent the transmission of
microorganisms
C) It focuses on the maintenance of a sterile environment during surgical
procedures
D) It aims to reduce the number of microorganisms and prevent their spread-
Answer
It aims to reduce the number of microorganisms and prevent their spread
This is achieved through practices such as hand hygiene, using gloves, disinfecting
surfaces, and proper handling of contaminated items.
2. Scenario: Samantha is a CCMA working in a hospital. She is responsible for
entering physician orders into computerized physician order entry (CPOE)
system. One day, Dr. Johnson asks Samantha to order a medication for a patient.
Samantha notices that the medication dosage seems unusually high for the
patient's condition. She decides to confirm the order before processing it.
Question: What should Samantha do next?
,A) Process the order without questioning the dosage
B) Consult with another physician about the dosage
C) Discuss her concerns with Dr. Johnson
D) Contact the patient's family for verification
Answer
Discuss her concerns with Dr. Johnson
3. A 35-year-old male patient presents to the clinic with a deep cut on his hand
sustained while handling a knife in the kitchen. the wound is bleeding
profusely, and the patient is in pain. What is the most appropriate immediate
action by the medical assistant?
A) Apply a tourniquet to stop the bleeding
B) Wash the wound with soap and water
C) Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth
D) Elevate the hand above the level of the heart
Answer
Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth
4. What method is considered the most accurate for measuring height?
A) Standing height measurement
B) Lying down height measurement
C) Self-reported height measurement
D) Estimated height measurement
, Answer
Standing height measurement
Because it takes into account the natural alignment of the body and minimizes
variations caused by intervertebral disc compression.
5. You are a Clinical Medical Assistant participating in the transition of care for
a patient who has recently been discharged from the hospitals after a surgical
procedure. As part of your role, you need to ensure that the patient
understands their post-operative instructions and follow-up care. Which of the
following actions would be most appropriate in this situation?
A) Provide the patient with a detailed written instruction booklet
B) Verbally explain the post-operative instructions to the patient
C) Schedule a follow-up appointment for the patient before they leave the
hospital
D) Encourage the patient to ask questions about their care plan
Answer
Encourage the patient to ask questions about their care plan
It promotes active involvement and understanding
6. Scenario: You are a clinical medical attending to a patient who is visually
impaired. The patient is having difficulty understanding the instructions pro-
