CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT PRACTICE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Reduction in cardiac output is known as - CORRECT ANSWER -cardiogenic shock.
Hypotension is the pressure of the blood against the arteries and
veins.
Bioterrorism is specifically monitored by the - CORRECT ANSWER -CDC.
The Drug Enforcement Administration monitors controlled
substances.
A control sample is best described as a(n)
sample with a known value.
This is the best description. In a controlled experiment, an experimental sample is
compared against a control sample, which is practically identical to - CORRECT
ANSWER -the experimental sample except for the one aspect whose effect is being
tested (theindependent variable). The controlled sample is known.
EDTA is an anticoagulant used in collection tubes with which color top? - CORRECT
ANSWER -lavender
A lavender top
tube contains EDTA and is used for CBC, WBC
differential, and platelet counts.
The normal range for total cholesterol in adults is - CORRECT ANSWER -less than 200.
These are the normal ranges for hemoglobin (hub).
An ASO blood test is used to detect - CORRECT ANSWER -Group A streptococci.
A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test is used to detect kidney function.
The primary condition for which the patient is receiving care or treatment the diagnosis.
,The primary condition for which the patient is receiving care or
treatment is the diagnosis. Typically, a person with abnormal symptoms will consult a
doctor,
who will then obtain a history of the patient's illness and examine him or her for signs of
- CORRECT ANSWER -disease. The doctor will determine likely diagnoses. In many
cases, he or she will conduct more testing to confirm or clarify the diagnosis before
providing treatment.
Which of the following is NOT a term for the description of the illness given by the
patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -prognosis
This is related to the reason(s) a patient gives for seeking medical
care.
When establishing scheduling guidelines, which of the following should be considered
first? - CORRECT ANSWER -physician preferences
The physician's preference is considered first in scheduling.
According to the rules of source oriented
record keeping, forms, notes, and memos should be
kept in which order? - CORRECT ANSWER -. reverse chronological
Chronological order is the reverse of how the chart should be
arranged.
Checking a letter for errors prior to sending it is known as - CORRECT ANSWER -
proofreading.
The medical assistant must proofread any document for errors
prior to sending it.
Which of the following displays information that is currently active? - CORRECT
ANSWER -monitor
A monitor displays current data.
,A small portable device used for backing up data is known as a - CORRECT ANSWER
-flash drive.
A flash drive, also known as a thumb drive, is a small device used
for backing up data.
Computer peripherals include the following EXCEPT the - CORRECT ANSWER -
keyboard.
A bar code reader is used in some offices to identify patient files.
The pointer that appears on the computer screen to indicate where the next letter or
character
will appear is known as the - CORRECT ANSWER -cursor.
The cursor displays where the next letter or character will appear
on the screen.
A form that is a request for supplies is called a(n) - CORRECT ANSWER -request form.
A request form is used to obtain supplies.
The person responsible for paying the bill is known as the - CORRECT ANSWER -
guarantor.
The payee is the person who is paid by the guarantor.
Payment for rent is known as - CORRECT ANSWER -overhead.
Accounts receivable are monies owed to the practice.
A patient who is unable to pay his or her medical bills may file for which type of
bankruptcy? - CORRECT ANSWER -Chapter 7
All nonexempt patient assets are sold and the proceeds distributed
to creditors.
, Which term means an addition to an insurance policy? - CORRECT ANSWER -rider
Coinsurance
involves sharing of risk between the insurer and the
insured
A drug that increases urine production is called a(n) - CORRECT ANSWER -diuretic.
A diuretic increases urine production.
An inventory of controlled drugs must be done every - CORRECT ANSWER -two years.
Three months is not the recommended time frame for controlled drug
inventory.
When asking about the patient's social history, a medical assistant should ask about -
CORRECT ANSWER -herbal medicines used.
risky sexual behavior.
family history.
all of the above
Recreational drug and alcohol use is important to the social history.
Which medication would be most effective for a patient with a cough? - CORRECT
ANSWER -an antitussive
An antitussive is a medication that suppresses the body's urge to
cough.
Which classification of drug is used to reduce cholesterol? - CORRECT ANSWER -
hypolipidemic
hypolipidemic is a drug that lowers cholesterol.
The proper angle of insertion of a needle for an intradermal injection is - CORRECT
ANSWER -15°.
The proper angle of insertion for an intradermal injection is An order has been written
for a patient to receive 120 mg of a medication that comes in 30 mg
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Reduction in cardiac output is known as - CORRECT ANSWER -cardiogenic shock.
Hypotension is the pressure of the blood against the arteries and
veins.
Bioterrorism is specifically monitored by the - CORRECT ANSWER -CDC.
The Drug Enforcement Administration monitors controlled
substances.
A control sample is best described as a(n)
sample with a known value.
This is the best description. In a controlled experiment, an experimental sample is
compared against a control sample, which is practically identical to - CORRECT
ANSWER -the experimental sample except for the one aspect whose effect is being
tested (theindependent variable). The controlled sample is known.
EDTA is an anticoagulant used in collection tubes with which color top? - CORRECT
ANSWER -lavender
A lavender top
tube contains EDTA and is used for CBC, WBC
differential, and platelet counts.
The normal range for total cholesterol in adults is - CORRECT ANSWER -less than 200.
These are the normal ranges for hemoglobin (hub).
An ASO blood test is used to detect - CORRECT ANSWER -Group A streptococci.
A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test is used to detect kidney function.
The primary condition for which the patient is receiving care or treatment the diagnosis.
,The primary condition for which the patient is receiving care or
treatment is the diagnosis. Typically, a person with abnormal symptoms will consult a
doctor,
who will then obtain a history of the patient's illness and examine him or her for signs of
- CORRECT ANSWER -disease. The doctor will determine likely diagnoses. In many
cases, he or she will conduct more testing to confirm or clarify the diagnosis before
providing treatment.
Which of the following is NOT a term for the description of the illness given by the
patient? - CORRECT ANSWER -prognosis
This is related to the reason(s) a patient gives for seeking medical
care.
When establishing scheduling guidelines, which of the following should be considered
first? - CORRECT ANSWER -physician preferences
The physician's preference is considered first in scheduling.
According to the rules of source oriented
record keeping, forms, notes, and memos should be
kept in which order? - CORRECT ANSWER -. reverse chronological
Chronological order is the reverse of how the chart should be
arranged.
Checking a letter for errors prior to sending it is known as - CORRECT ANSWER -
proofreading.
The medical assistant must proofread any document for errors
prior to sending it.
Which of the following displays information that is currently active? - CORRECT
ANSWER -monitor
A monitor displays current data.
,A small portable device used for backing up data is known as a - CORRECT ANSWER
-flash drive.
A flash drive, also known as a thumb drive, is a small device used
for backing up data.
Computer peripherals include the following EXCEPT the - CORRECT ANSWER -
keyboard.
A bar code reader is used in some offices to identify patient files.
The pointer that appears on the computer screen to indicate where the next letter or
character
will appear is known as the - CORRECT ANSWER -cursor.
The cursor displays where the next letter or character will appear
on the screen.
A form that is a request for supplies is called a(n) - CORRECT ANSWER -request form.
A request form is used to obtain supplies.
The person responsible for paying the bill is known as the - CORRECT ANSWER -
guarantor.
The payee is the person who is paid by the guarantor.
Payment for rent is known as - CORRECT ANSWER -overhead.
Accounts receivable are monies owed to the practice.
A patient who is unable to pay his or her medical bills may file for which type of
bankruptcy? - CORRECT ANSWER -Chapter 7
All nonexempt patient assets are sold and the proceeds distributed
to creditors.
, Which term means an addition to an insurance policy? - CORRECT ANSWER -rider
Coinsurance
involves sharing of risk between the insurer and the
insured
A drug that increases urine production is called a(n) - CORRECT ANSWER -diuretic.
A diuretic increases urine production.
An inventory of controlled drugs must be done every - CORRECT ANSWER -two years.
Three months is not the recommended time frame for controlled drug
inventory.
When asking about the patient's social history, a medical assistant should ask about -
CORRECT ANSWER -herbal medicines used.
risky sexual behavior.
family history.
all of the above
Recreational drug and alcohol use is important to the social history.
Which medication would be most effective for a patient with a cough? - CORRECT
ANSWER -an antitussive
An antitussive is a medication that suppresses the body's urge to
cough.
Which classification of drug is used to reduce cholesterol? - CORRECT ANSWER -
hypolipidemic
hypolipidemic is a drug that lowers cholesterol.
The proper angle of insertion of a needle for an intradermal injection is - CORRECT
ANSWER -15°.
The proper angle of insertion for an intradermal injection is An order has been written
for a patient to receive 120 mg of a medication that comes in 30 mg
