(COMBINED) NHA CCMA 3.0 Exam 2026/2027 | 615
Questions & Answers | Complete Practice Tests #1–4 +
Final Exam | Medical Assistant Certification Study Guide
Venipuncture
15 degrees
Which information about immunization should be documented in a pt's permanent medical
record?
lot number of the vaccine
MA using scale with height bar to measure a pt's height, what action should MA take?
lower the horizontal bar gently so it rests on top of the patient's head
According to OSHA, which of the following is a guideline for disposing of biomedical waste?
collection containers for biomedical waste should be leak proof and strong
Another provider requests the records of an established pt in the provider's office. Which of
the following individuals has the right to release this information?
The patient
Which of the following sexually transmitted infection (STI) is bacterial?
Gonorrhea
Which of the following EKG artifacts is caused by a disconnected electrode and results in the
tracing going into the margins of the paper?
interrupted baseline
MA is removing staples from a wound. Which action should MA take?
gently place the jaw of staple remover under the staple
Which of the following patient factors can contribute to an erroneous pulse rate while taking
a pt's pulse?
Movement
MA provides a family member confidential information about a patient without checking the
release of information form. Which act does this action violate?
,Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Which action should MA taken when communicating with a group of diverse patients?
Use a calm tone of voice
MA should identify that which of the following procedures requires prior authorization?
Endoscopy
MA is checking a patient in. Which of the following information violates HIPAA laws on the
check in sheet?
Reason for the pt's visit
MA is researching community resources that provide holistic care. Which resource should MA
select?
Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
MA receives phone call from a parent of a child who ingested household cleaner. Which
action should the MA take?
Contact the local poison control center
When preparing for cyst removal, which following piece of equipment should a MA place in
the sterile field for the provider?
syringe and needle
MA discovers unidentifiable liquid on the floor in one of the clinic's rooms. Which materials
should the MA use to remove and dispose of the liquid?
A clean-up kit
Why is it important for the MA to place the removed sutures on a gauze pad?
To determine the number of sutures removed
MA is providing education to a pt about communicable disease prevention. Which is an
example of disease prevention?
providing an adolescent patient educational material about tobacco use
Which of the following signed forms should be on file in a patient's electronic health record in
order for the MA to discuss the pt's claim with a third party payer?
Release of information
,Which clinical role identifies pt needs and barriers, assists with coordination of care, and
assists pts with finding community resources?
patient navigators
A superbill must include which of the following information to ensure accurate billing?
diagnosis code
Which position is appropriate for a pelvic examination?
Lithotomy
MA is administering eye ointment to a patient. Which action should the MA take?
apply a thin ribbon of ointment along the conjunctival sac
Which of the following should a MA verify when preparing medication for a pt?
The rights of medication administration
Which of the following times should a MA schedule a return appt for an established pt?
Before the patient leaves the office following their current appt
Which test measures ventilation function in a normal breath of a pt?
Spirometry
MA is documenting a pt's medical record. What should the MA use to notate a pt's statement
in their own words?
Quotation marks
MA is examining the skin of a patient who reports developing a rash. The MA notes multiple
solid elevations less than 0.5 cm (0.2 in) in diameter. Which term should the MA use to
document their observation in the pt's record?
Papules
Which guideline should a MA follow when handling other potentially infectious materials
(OPIMs)?
clean up spills from OPIMs using a disinfectant
MA is preparing to submit a referral to cardiologist via fax. Which action should MA take first?
Prepare a fax cover sheet
, MA is performing pt intake. The patient states "I eat once a day and exercise four times a day,
but i still feel overweight." This statement describes which of the following conditions?
Anorexia nervosa
Which organ filters the blood and forms urine?
Kidneys
MA is preparing a pt to transition care to an oncologist due to a recent cancer diagnosis.
Which of the following is a personal factor that could influence a pt's perception of their
diagnosis?
Age
When using an electronic health record (EHR) for printing labels for specimens, which of the
following should the MA manually write on the specimen once venipuncture is completed?
Time and MA initials
MA is preparing exam room for wellness screening. Which action should MA take to ensure
safety of the pt?
remove clutter from the exam room
Which stage of the communication cycle involves translating a messaged based on subjective
perceptions or personal factors?
received decoding the message
MA is obtaining a pt's orthostatic vital signs. the MA should identify that which information is
true regarding orthostatic vital signs?
Wait 1 min after each position change before obtaining the patient's orthostatic vital signs
What is the acronym for cardiopulmonary resuscitation?
CPR
MA is reviewing lab results of a patient who has the Epstein-Barr virus. This microorganism
causes which condition?
Mononucleosis
Which body systems work together to control and maintain homeostasis?
Endocrine and nervous systems
Questions & Answers | Complete Practice Tests #1–4 +
Final Exam | Medical Assistant Certification Study Guide
Venipuncture
15 degrees
Which information about immunization should be documented in a pt's permanent medical
record?
lot number of the vaccine
MA using scale with height bar to measure a pt's height, what action should MA take?
lower the horizontal bar gently so it rests on top of the patient's head
According to OSHA, which of the following is a guideline for disposing of biomedical waste?
collection containers for biomedical waste should be leak proof and strong
Another provider requests the records of an established pt in the provider's office. Which of
the following individuals has the right to release this information?
The patient
Which of the following sexually transmitted infection (STI) is bacterial?
Gonorrhea
Which of the following EKG artifacts is caused by a disconnected electrode and results in the
tracing going into the margins of the paper?
interrupted baseline
MA is removing staples from a wound. Which action should MA take?
gently place the jaw of staple remover under the staple
Which of the following patient factors can contribute to an erroneous pulse rate while taking
a pt's pulse?
Movement
MA provides a family member confidential information about a patient without checking the
release of information form. Which act does this action violate?
,Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Which action should MA taken when communicating with a group of diverse patients?
Use a calm tone of voice
MA should identify that which of the following procedures requires prior authorization?
Endoscopy
MA is checking a patient in. Which of the following information violates HIPAA laws on the
check in sheet?
Reason for the pt's visit
MA is researching community resources that provide holistic care. Which resource should MA
select?
Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
MA receives phone call from a parent of a child who ingested household cleaner. Which
action should the MA take?
Contact the local poison control center
When preparing for cyst removal, which following piece of equipment should a MA place in
the sterile field for the provider?
syringe and needle
MA discovers unidentifiable liquid on the floor in one of the clinic's rooms. Which materials
should the MA use to remove and dispose of the liquid?
A clean-up kit
Why is it important for the MA to place the removed sutures on a gauze pad?
To determine the number of sutures removed
MA is providing education to a pt about communicable disease prevention. Which is an
example of disease prevention?
providing an adolescent patient educational material about tobacco use
Which of the following signed forms should be on file in a patient's electronic health record in
order for the MA to discuss the pt's claim with a third party payer?
Release of information
,Which clinical role identifies pt needs and barriers, assists with coordination of care, and
assists pts with finding community resources?
patient navigators
A superbill must include which of the following information to ensure accurate billing?
diagnosis code
Which position is appropriate for a pelvic examination?
Lithotomy
MA is administering eye ointment to a patient. Which action should the MA take?
apply a thin ribbon of ointment along the conjunctival sac
Which of the following should a MA verify when preparing medication for a pt?
The rights of medication administration
Which of the following times should a MA schedule a return appt for an established pt?
Before the patient leaves the office following their current appt
Which test measures ventilation function in a normal breath of a pt?
Spirometry
MA is documenting a pt's medical record. What should the MA use to notate a pt's statement
in their own words?
Quotation marks
MA is examining the skin of a patient who reports developing a rash. The MA notes multiple
solid elevations less than 0.5 cm (0.2 in) in diameter. Which term should the MA use to
document their observation in the pt's record?
Papules
Which guideline should a MA follow when handling other potentially infectious materials
(OPIMs)?
clean up spills from OPIMs using a disinfectant
MA is preparing to submit a referral to cardiologist via fax. Which action should MA take first?
Prepare a fax cover sheet
, MA is performing pt intake. The patient states "I eat once a day and exercise four times a day,
but i still feel overweight." This statement describes which of the following conditions?
Anorexia nervosa
Which organ filters the blood and forms urine?
Kidneys
MA is preparing a pt to transition care to an oncologist due to a recent cancer diagnosis.
Which of the following is a personal factor that could influence a pt's perception of their
diagnosis?
Age
When using an electronic health record (EHR) for printing labels for specimens, which of the
following should the MA manually write on the specimen once venipuncture is completed?
Time and MA initials
MA is preparing exam room for wellness screening. Which action should MA take to ensure
safety of the pt?
remove clutter from the exam room
Which stage of the communication cycle involves translating a messaged based on subjective
perceptions or personal factors?
received decoding the message
MA is obtaining a pt's orthostatic vital signs. the MA should identify that which information is
true regarding orthostatic vital signs?
Wait 1 min after each position change before obtaining the patient's orthostatic vital signs
What is the acronym for cardiopulmonary resuscitation?
CPR
MA is reviewing lab results of a patient who has the Epstein-Barr virus. This microorganism
causes which condition?
Mononucleosis
Which body systems work together to control and maintain homeostasis?
Endocrine and nervous systems
