NHA CCMA Practice Exam Latest Update 2026 | Exam
Prep
1. Which of the following is caused by a Vitamin C deficiency?
Inadequate wound healing
Fever
Blood clotting
Headaches
2. If a medical assistant is using a compound microscope to examine a blood
sample, how would the adjustment knobs enhance the examination process?
They would illuminate the sample from different angles.
They would increase the magnification of the sample automatically.
They would adjust the temperature of the sample during examination.
They would allow the assistant to focus on different layers of the
blood sample for detailed analysis.
3. Describe what is meant by 'drug tolerance' in the context of medication
administration.
Drug tolerance occurs when two drugs interact negatively in the
body.
Drug tolerance is when a patient experiences an unexpected reaction
to a medication.
Drug tolerance is the body's immune response to a medication.
Drug tolerance refers to a condition where a patient needs an
increased dose of a medication to achieve the same therapeutic
effect due to prolonged use.
,4. Why is it important for patients to avoid applying body lotion or oil before an
ECG?
Body lotion or oil is necessary to prevent skin irritation during the test.
Body lotion or oil can interfere with the electrode's ability to adhere
to the skin and transmit accurate signals.
Body lotion or oil has no effect on the ECG process.
Body lotion or oil helps to improve the accuracy of the ECG readings.
5. If a medical assistant is tasked with depositing patient payments, what must
they ensure is completed before leaving the bank?
They only need to provide a signature.
All required documentation is filled out correctly.
They can leave without confirming the deposit.
Only checks are deposited without a ticket.
6. What is the definition of otodynia?
Ear pain
Headache
Throat infection
Nasal congestion
7. What is the term for the position where a patient lies on their back with knees
bent and feet in stirrups?
Trendelenburg
Lithotomy
, Fowler's
Sims'
8. If a patient is advised to increase their intake of dietary fiber, what impact
would this have on their overall caloric intake?
Their caloric intake will decrease because fiber is a low-calorie food.
Their caloric intake will remain the same as fiber has no effect on
energy levels.
Their caloric intake will increase due to the high energy content of
fiber.
Their overall caloric intake may not increase significantly since
dietary fiber does not provide kilocalories.
9. The term 'diaphoretic' means:
Sweating profusely
Abdominal discomfort
Erratic respirations
Inability to urinate
Pertaining to the eyes
10. How many sections is the CPT Coding Book divided into?
Seven sections
Four sections
Five sections
Six sections
, 11. What is the normal axillary temperature for a child that is afebrile?
38 degrees C
99.5 degrees F
98.6 degrees F
100.9 degrees F
12. What is the primary method by which a classification system transforms into
a coding system?
Names are grouped by categories.
Names are replaced by numbers and letters.
Names are shortened to abbreviations.
Names are arranged in alphabetic order.
13. What is the best practice for measuring medication accurately?
Use a syringe that is closest in volume to the amount of medication
needed
Read oral medication volume that is poured into a small measuring
cup at eye level
Double check the order for accuracy
All of the above
14. If you are writing a letter, you would most likely use software.
database
presentation
spreadsheet
Prep
1. Which of the following is caused by a Vitamin C deficiency?
Inadequate wound healing
Fever
Blood clotting
Headaches
2. If a medical assistant is using a compound microscope to examine a blood
sample, how would the adjustment knobs enhance the examination process?
They would illuminate the sample from different angles.
They would increase the magnification of the sample automatically.
They would adjust the temperature of the sample during examination.
They would allow the assistant to focus on different layers of the
blood sample for detailed analysis.
3. Describe what is meant by 'drug tolerance' in the context of medication
administration.
Drug tolerance occurs when two drugs interact negatively in the
body.
Drug tolerance is when a patient experiences an unexpected reaction
to a medication.
Drug tolerance is the body's immune response to a medication.
Drug tolerance refers to a condition where a patient needs an
increased dose of a medication to achieve the same therapeutic
effect due to prolonged use.
,4. Why is it important for patients to avoid applying body lotion or oil before an
ECG?
Body lotion or oil is necessary to prevent skin irritation during the test.
Body lotion or oil can interfere with the electrode's ability to adhere
to the skin and transmit accurate signals.
Body lotion or oil has no effect on the ECG process.
Body lotion or oil helps to improve the accuracy of the ECG readings.
5. If a medical assistant is tasked with depositing patient payments, what must
they ensure is completed before leaving the bank?
They only need to provide a signature.
All required documentation is filled out correctly.
They can leave without confirming the deposit.
Only checks are deposited without a ticket.
6. What is the definition of otodynia?
Ear pain
Headache
Throat infection
Nasal congestion
7. What is the term for the position where a patient lies on their back with knees
bent and feet in stirrups?
Trendelenburg
Lithotomy
, Fowler's
Sims'
8. If a patient is advised to increase their intake of dietary fiber, what impact
would this have on their overall caloric intake?
Their caloric intake will decrease because fiber is a low-calorie food.
Their caloric intake will remain the same as fiber has no effect on
energy levels.
Their caloric intake will increase due to the high energy content of
fiber.
Their overall caloric intake may not increase significantly since
dietary fiber does not provide kilocalories.
9. The term 'diaphoretic' means:
Sweating profusely
Abdominal discomfort
Erratic respirations
Inability to urinate
Pertaining to the eyes
10. How many sections is the CPT Coding Book divided into?
Seven sections
Four sections
Five sections
Six sections
, 11. What is the normal axillary temperature for a child that is afebrile?
38 degrees C
99.5 degrees F
98.6 degrees F
100.9 degrees F
12. What is the primary method by which a classification system transforms into
a coding system?
Names are grouped by categories.
Names are replaced by numbers and letters.
Names are shortened to abbreviations.
Names are arranged in alphabetic order.
13. What is the best practice for measuring medication accurately?
Use a syringe that is closest in volume to the amount of medication
needed
Read oral medication volume that is poured into a small measuring
cup at eye level
Double check the order for accuracy
All of the above
14. If you are writing a letter, you would most likely use software.
database
presentation
spreadsheet
