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What is the first step in breaking a chain of infection? -
correct answer ✅Handwashing
Which step is included in the preparation of a patient for an ECG
procedure? -
correct answer ✅Providing a head pillow to the patient as long as
their shoulders are not elevated
Other than a medial cubital vein, what other vein can be used for
blood collection? -
correct answer ✅Cephalic
A patient with a suspected case of chicken pox arrives at a medial
office. What is the immediate action that a clinical MA should take?
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correct answer ✅Invite the patient to an exam room
What is the preferred vein for venipuncture? -
correct answer ✅Median cubital vein
,CMAC Review Set Exam Questions
and Answers (Latest Update 2026)
A patient has a possible corneal abrasion and needs a referral.
Which speciality is a Dr that deals with eye injury and disease? -
correct answer ✅Ophthalmologist
Which types of PPE are used in a medical lab? -
correct answer ✅Safety goggles, apron, gloves
Which of the followings tests is conducted in a clinical lab? -
correct answer ✅CBC
According to the Patient's Bill of Rights, which of the following
represents the rights of a patient? -
correct answer ✅To be treated confidentially, with access to their
records limited to those involved in their care or designated by the
patient
What component of blood is free from cells? -
correct answer ✅Plasma
A clinical MA is performing a capillary puncture on a patient. Prior
to the stick, the patient asks why she needs to rub her hands
, CMAC Review Set Exam Questions
and Answers (Latest Update 2026)
together. What explanation should the MA provide to the patient? -
correct answer ✅It increases blood flow
When drawing blood, why are blood culture tubes filled first? -
correct answer ✅To prevent cross-contamination
Sodium Citrate is the additive in what color tube? -
correct answer ✅light blue
Which of the following blood tests aids in the diagnosis of
leukemia? -
correct answer ✅CBC with differential
Which of the following can not be handled by the MA? -
correct answer ✅Patient requesting emergency medical advice
The function of the platelet is to: -
correct answer ✅Cause the blood to clot
Which of the following is a primary topic under the American
Association of Physicians and Surgeons Patients Bill of Rights? -
correct answer ✅Complaints and appeals