CMA NHA Practice Test Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What is the correct way to handle sharps disposal?
✔✔Immediately place used sharps into a designated, puncture-proof sharps container.
What is the proper technique for measuring a patient’s respiratory rate?
✔✔Observe the rise and fall of the chest without alerting the patient and count breaths for one
full minute.
Which vital sign is measured using a pulse oximeter?
✔✔Oxygen saturation in the blood
Which of the following is a common cause of medication errors in a clinical setting?
✔✔Incorrect dose or administering medication to the wrong patient
Which of the following is an example of droplet precaution?
✔✔Influenza or other respiratory infections spread by coughing or sneezing
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,Which of the following is required when documenting medication administration?
✔✔Record time, dosage, route, and patient response immediately after administration.
Which of the following best describes proper body mechanics when lifting a patient?
✔✔Bend at the knees, keep back straight, and lift with legs.
Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment (PPE)?
✔✔Gloves, mask, gown, and goggles
Which of the following is the proper way to position a patient for a rectal exam?
✔✔Sims’ position (lying on the left side with right knee bent)
What is the proper method for preparing a sterile field?
✔✔Wash hands, open sterile supplies carefully, and avoid contamination.
Which of the following best describes a medical assistant’s role in patient education?
✔✔Provide clear instructions and explain procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
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,Which of the following is an example of a high-priority task in a medical office?
✔✔Assessing a patient with difficulty breathing or chest pain
Which of the following best describes the correct way to measure a patient’s pulse?
✔✔Use index and middle fingers to palpate the radial artery and count beats for one minute.
Which of the following is the proper way to prevent patient falls in a clinic?
✔✔Ensure walkways are clear, provide assistance, and use non-slip footwear when indicated.
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a medical assistant when handling laboratory
specimens?
✔✔Label specimens accurately and transport them according to protocol.
Which of the following describes the correct way to record vital signs?
✔✔Document measurements immediately, including date, time, and method used.
Which of the following is the primary purpose of following standard precautions?
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, ✔✔To reduce the risk of transmitting infections between patients and healthcare workers.
What is the main purpose of a medical assistant verifying a patient’s insurance information?
✔✔To ensure the patient’s coverage is active and services will be reimbursed.
Which vital sign is most affected by a patient’s anxiety?
✔✔Blood pressure
What is the proper way to identify a patient before drawing blood?
✔✔Ask the patient to state their full name and date of birth, and verify against their ID band or
chart.
What is the recommended depth for an adult intramuscular injection in the deltoid?
✔✔1 inch
Which position is appropriate for a patient undergoing a pelvic exam?
✔✔Lithotomy position
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What is the correct way to handle sharps disposal?
✔✔Immediately place used sharps into a designated, puncture-proof sharps container.
What is the proper technique for measuring a patient’s respiratory rate?
✔✔Observe the rise and fall of the chest without alerting the patient and count breaths for one
full minute.
Which vital sign is measured using a pulse oximeter?
✔✔Oxygen saturation in the blood
Which of the following is a common cause of medication errors in a clinical setting?
✔✔Incorrect dose or administering medication to the wrong patient
Which of the following is an example of droplet precaution?
✔✔Influenza or other respiratory infections spread by coughing or sneezing
1
,Which of the following is required when documenting medication administration?
✔✔Record time, dosage, route, and patient response immediately after administration.
Which of the following best describes proper body mechanics when lifting a patient?
✔✔Bend at the knees, keep back straight, and lift with legs.
Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment (PPE)?
✔✔Gloves, mask, gown, and goggles
Which of the following is the proper way to position a patient for a rectal exam?
✔✔Sims’ position (lying on the left side with right knee bent)
What is the proper method for preparing a sterile field?
✔✔Wash hands, open sterile supplies carefully, and avoid contamination.
Which of the following best describes a medical assistant’s role in patient education?
✔✔Provide clear instructions and explain procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
2
,Which of the following is an example of a high-priority task in a medical office?
✔✔Assessing a patient with difficulty breathing or chest pain
Which of the following best describes the correct way to measure a patient’s pulse?
✔✔Use index and middle fingers to palpate the radial artery and count beats for one minute.
Which of the following is the proper way to prevent patient falls in a clinic?
✔✔Ensure walkways are clear, provide assistance, and use non-slip footwear when indicated.
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a medical assistant when handling laboratory
specimens?
✔✔Label specimens accurately and transport them according to protocol.
Which of the following describes the correct way to record vital signs?
✔✔Document measurements immediately, including date, time, and method used.
Which of the following is the primary purpose of following standard precautions?
3
, ✔✔To reduce the risk of transmitting infections between patients and healthcare workers.
What is the main purpose of a medical assistant verifying a patient’s insurance information?
✔✔To ensure the patient’s coverage is active and services will be reimbursed.
Which vital sign is most affected by a patient’s anxiety?
✔✔Blood pressure
What is the proper way to identify a patient before drawing blood?
✔✔Ask the patient to state their full name and date of birth, and verify against their ID band or
chart.
What is the recommended depth for an adult intramuscular injection in the deltoid?
✔✔1 inch
Which position is appropriate for a patient undergoing a pelvic exam?
✔✔Lithotomy position
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