NHA CCMA Review Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
Which of the following describes proper procedure when collecting a urine sample?
✔✔Label the specimen, use sterile containers if required, and transport promptly to the lab.
Which of the following is a symptom of anaphylaxis?
✔✔Swelling, hives, and difficulty breathing.
Which of the following is required when documenting patient information?
✔✔Accuracy, clarity, and timeliness.
Which of the following describes proper body mechanics for lifting a patient?
✔✔Bend at the knees, keep the back straight, and lift with legs.
Which of the following is a correct technique for performing a capillary fingerstick?
✔✔Clean the site, use a lancet, and wipe away the first drop of blood.
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,Which of the following is a high-priority vital sign to monitor in an emergency?
✔✔Blood pressure.
Which of the following is the correct method for measuring an adult patient’s weight?
✔✔Have the patient remove shoes and heavy clothing, and stand in the center of the scale.
Which of the following is the proper procedure for cleaning a contaminated spill?
✔✔Wear gloves and use an appropriate disinfectant.
Which of the following describes proper technique for collecting a throat culture?
✔✔Use a sterile swab and avoid touching other areas of the mouth.
Which vital sign is typically measured first during patient intake?
✔✔Temperature.
Which of the following is the correct technique for measuring a patient’s pulse?
✔✔Place fingers over the radial artery and count beats for 30–60 seconds.
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,What is the correct site for an intramuscular injection in adults?
✔✔Deltoid or ventrogluteal muscle.
Which of the following describes a normal adult blood pressure reading?
✔✔Systolic 90–120 mmHg and diastolic 60–80 mmHg.
What is the correct way to identify a patient before a procedure?
✔✔Ask the patient to state their full name and date of birth and check the identification band.
Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycemia?
✔✔Shakiness, sweating, and dizziness.
What is the correct angle for a subcutaneous injection?
✔✔45 degrees.
Which of the following actions is appropriate when a patient faints during a procedure?
✔✔Lower the patient to the floor, elevate legs if possible, and monitor vital signs.
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, Which of the following is a key responsibility of a CCMA during a patient’s physical exam?
✔✔Assist with positioning, obtain vital signs, and prepare equipment.
Which of the following is the best method for preventing the spread of infection?
✔✔Handwashing and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Which of the following is a proper technique for cleaning a patient’s ear before an ear swab?
✔✔Use a sterile cotton swab and clean external ear only.
What is the correct method to measure an adult patient’s height?
✔✔Have the patient stand straight without shoes and measure using a stadiometer.
Which of the following describes proper patient positioning for a rectal exam?
✔✔Sims’ position with the patient lying on the left side.
Which of the following is the normal adult respiratory rate?
✔✔12–20 breaths per minute.
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
Which of the following describes proper procedure when collecting a urine sample?
✔✔Label the specimen, use sterile containers if required, and transport promptly to the lab.
Which of the following is a symptom of anaphylaxis?
✔✔Swelling, hives, and difficulty breathing.
Which of the following is required when documenting patient information?
✔✔Accuracy, clarity, and timeliness.
Which of the following describes proper body mechanics for lifting a patient?
✔✔Bend at the knees, keep the back straight, and lift with legs.
Which of the following is a correct technique for performing a capillary fingerstick?
✔✔Clean the site, use a lancet, and wipe away the first drop of blood.
1
,Which of the following is a high-priority vital sign to monitor in an emergency?
✔✔Blood pressure.
Which of the following is the correct method for measuring an adult patient’s weight?
✔✔Have the patient remove shoes and heavy clothing, and stand in the center of the scale.
Which of the following is the proper procedure for cleaning a contaminated spill?
✔✔Wear gloves and use an appropriate disinfectant.
Which of the following describes proper technique for collecting a throat culture?
✔✔Use a sterile swab and avoid touching other areas of the mouth.
Which vital sign is typically measured first during patient intake?
✔✔Temperature.
Which of the following is the correct technique for measuring a patient’s pulse?
✔✔Place fingers over the radial artery and count beats for 30–60 seconds.
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,What is the correct site for an intramuscular injection in adults?
✔✔Deltoid or ventrogluteal muscle.
Which of the following describes a normal adult blood pressure reading?
✔✔Systolic 90–120 mmHg and diastolic 60–80 mmHg.
What is the correct way to identify a patient before a procedure?
✔✔Ask the patient to state their full name and date of birth and check the identification band.
Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycemia?
✔✔Shakiness, sweating, and dizziness.
What is the correct angle for a subcutaneous injection?
✔✔45 degrees.
Which of the following actions is appropriate when a patient faints during a procedure?
✔✔Lower the patient to the floor, elevate legs if possible, and monitor vital signs.
3
, Which of the following is a key responsibility of a CCMA during a patient’s physical exam?
✔✔Assist with positioning, obtain vital signs, and prepare equipment.
Which of the following is the best method for preventing the spread of infection?
✔✔Handwashing and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Which of the following is a proper technique for cleaning a patient’s ear before an ear swab?
✔✔Use a sterile cotton swab and clean external ear only.
What is the correct method to measure an adult patient’s height?
✔✔Have the patient stand straight without shoes and measure using a stadiometer.
Which of the following describes proper patient positioning for a rectal exam?
✔✔Sims’ position with the patient lying on the left side.
Which of the following is the normal adult respiratory rate?
✔✔12–20 breaths per minute.
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