NHA CCMA Final Exam 2026 | Certified Clinical Medical
Assistant | Practice Questions & Answers | Graded A+
1. One of the objectives of a bank reconciliation is:
To update the chart of accounts
To record monthly adjusting entries
To update the bank's records
To detect errors
2. A medical assistant is disposing of the syringe and needle she used to inject a
seasonal influenza vaccine. Which of the following actions should the
assistant take?
Replace the biohazardous sharps container once it is half full.
Use a gauze square to break off the needle and place it in the
biohazardous sharps container.
Recap the needle before disposing of it in the biohazardous sharps
container.
Drop the syringe, needle first, into the biohazardous sharps
container.
3. If a medical assistant is scheduled to assist in a needle biopsy, what steps
should they take to ensure proper preparation?
Ensure the patient has signed a consent form and nothing else.
Only wash hands with soap and water before the procedure.
Prepare the patient by taking their vital signs only.
, Perform a surgical scrub and gather necessary sterile instruments.
4. Describe the responsibilities of a patient navigator in the health care system.
A patient navigator primarily handles administrative tasks in a hospital.
A patient navigator helps patients with chronic illnesses understand
their treatment options and coordinates their care.
A patient navigator conducts medical research for chronic illnesses.
A patient navigator focuses on billing and insurance claims.
5. Describe the significance of the patient registration form in the context of
patient care.
The patient registration form is used solely for billing purposes.
The patient registration form is crucial as it collects essential
demographic information needed for patient identification and
care.
The patient registration form is optional and not necessary for patient
care.
The patient registration form only includes medical history and not
demographic information.
6. At work, MA carried for a neighbor who sustained multiple injuries in a file.
After work, another neighbor asked the assistant what happened to the
neighbor who fell following that AMA code of ethics which of the following
responses should the assistant make?
I can't share any information about what happens at my job.
Will see her every week or so during recovery.
It's nothing serious you'll see her soon enough.
She broke a couple bones but she's fine.
,7. During an orthopedic examination, a patient is unable to fully extend their
knee. How would the medical assistant use a goniometer in this scenario?
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to measure the
angle of knee flexion and extension to assess the range of motion.
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to examine the
patient's reflexes.
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to check the patient's
blood pressure.
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to measure the
patient's height.
8. When performing the palpatory method for BP, at what level should the MA
inflate the cuff?
30 mm above bracial pulse
30 mm above bracial reappearance
30 mm above radial pulse reappearance
30mm above the radial pulse cessation
9. If a patient is instructed to take medication BID, how frequently should they
take it?
As needed
Twice daily
Every evening
Every hour
10. A patient is scheduled to take a medication 'ac'. If the patient has breakfast at
8 AM, when should they take their medication?
, Before 8 AM
After 8 AM
At 8 AM
At noon
11. Describe the role of antithyroid medications in the management of Graves'
disease.
Antithyroid medications have no effect on thyroid hormone levels.
Antithyroid medications increase the production of thyroid hormones
to alleviate symptoms.
Antithyroid medications are used to treat diabetes in patients with
Graves' disease.
Antithyroid medications help reduce the production of thyroid
hormones in patients with Graves' disease.
12. Describe why the lithotomy position is used for a vaginal examination and
Pap test.
The lithotomy position is used to ensure patient comfort during the
procedure.
The lithotomy position is preferred for abdominal examinations.
The lithotomy position is used to prevent patient anxiety.
The lithotomy position allows for better access to the pelvic area
during the examination.
13. What type of resource is specifically designed to provide medical care for
patients facing end-of-life issues?
Rehabilitation center
Hospice care
Assistant | Practice Questions & Answers | Graded A+
1. One of the objectives of a bank reconciliation is:
To update the chart of accounts
To record monthly adjusting entries
To update the bank's records
To detect errors
2. A medical assistant is disposing of the syringe and needle she used to inject a
seasonal influenza vaccine. Which of the following actions should the
assistant take?
Replace the biohazardous sharps container once it is half full.
Use a gauze square to break off the needle and place it in the
biohazardous sharps container.
Recap the needle before disposing of it in the biohazardous sharps
container.
Drop the syringe, needle first, into the biohazardous sharps
container.
3. If a medical assistant is scheduled to assist in a needle biopsy, what steps
should they take to ensure proper preparation?
Ensure the patient has signed a consent form and nothing else.
Only wash hands with soap and water before the procedure.
Prepare the patient by taking their vital signs only.
, Perform a surgical scrub and gather necessary sterile instruments.
4. Describe the responsibilities of a patient navigator in the health care system.
A patient navigator primarily handles administrative tasks in a hospital.
A patient navigator helps patients with chronic illnesses understand
their treatment options and coordinates their care.
A patient navigator conducts medical research for chronic illnesses.
A patient navigator focuses on billing and insurance claims.
5. Describe the significance of the patient registration form in the context of
patient care.
The patient registration form is used solely for billing purposes.
The patient registration form is crucial as it collects essential
demographic information needed for patient identification and
care.
The patient registration form is optional and not necessary for patient
care.
The patient registration form only includes medical history and not
demographic information.
6. At work, MA carried for a neighbor who sustained multiple injuries in a file.
After work, another neighbor asked the assistant what happened to the
neighbor who fell following that AMA code of ethics which of the following
responses should the assistant make?
I can't share any information about what happens at my job.
Will see her every week or so during recovery.
It's nothing serious you'll see her soon enough.
She broke a couple bones but she's fine.
,7. During an orthopedic examination, a patient is unable to fully extend their
knee. How would the medical assistant use a goniometer in this scenario?
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to measure the
angle of knee flexion and extension to assess the range of motion.
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to examine the
patient's reflexes.
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to check the patient's
blood pressure.
The medical assistant would use the goniometer to measure the
patient's height.
8. When performing the palpatory method for BP, at what level should the MA
inflate the cuff?
30 mm above bracial pulse
30 mm above bracial reappearance
30 mm above radial pulse reappearance
30mm above the radial pulse cessation
9. If a patient is instructed to take medication BID, how frequently should they
take it?
As needed
Twice daily
Every evening
Every hour
10. A patient is scheduled to take a medication 'ac'. If the patient has breakfast at
8 AM, when should they take their medication?
, Before 8 AM
After 8 AM
At 8 AM
At noon
11. Describe the role of antithyroid medications in the management of Graves'
disease.
Antithyroid medications have no effect on thyroid hormone levels.
Antithyroid medications increase the production of thyroid hormones
to alleviate symptoms.
Antithyroid medications are used to treat diabetes in patients with
Graves' disease.
Antithyroid medications help reduce the production of thyroid
hormones in patients with Graves' disease.
12. Describe why the lithotomy position is used for a vaginal examination and
Pap test.
The lithotomy position is used to ensure patient comfort during the
procedure.
The lithotomy position is preferred for abdominal examinations.
The lithotomy position is used to prevent patient anxiety.
The lithotomy position allows for better access to the pelvic area
during the examination.
13. What type of resource is specifically designed to provide medical care for
patients facing end-of-life issues?
Rehabilitation center
Hospice care
