NHA CCMA Exam 2026 -2027 | Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Practice Test & Study Guide
allergist evaluates disorders and diseases of the immune system: including adverse
reactions to meds, food, asthma, and autoimmune diseases
cardiologist Specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and
blood vessels.
anesthesiologist manage pain or use sedation during surgical procedures
dermatologist specializes in conditions of the skin
endocrinologist specializes in hormonal and glandular conditions, they often work with patients
who have diabetes mellitus
gynecologist specialize in the female reproductive system and fertility disorders
gastroenterologist specializes in managing disease of the GI tract: stomach, intestines, esophagus,
liver, pancreas, colon, and rectum
hematologist deals with blood producing organs,, often works with patients who have anemia,
leukemia, and lymphoma
Hepatologist specializes in the study of body parts such as the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder,
and pancreas
nephrologist specialize in kidney care and treating diseases of the kidneys
neonatologist specialize in the care of newborns
obstetrician specialize in the care of women during and after pregnancy
oncologist specialize in the treatment and care of patients who have cancer
orthopedist specializes in bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments
ophthalmologist specialize in eye conditions
otolaryngologist specialize in the ear, nose, throat
, NHA CCMA Exam 2026 -2027 | Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Practice Test & Study Guide
neurologist specialize in the nervous system
pediatrician specialize in newborn, infant, child, and adolescent healthcare
pathologist specialize in body tissues, blood, urine, and other body fluids to diagnose or treat
medical conditions
psychiatrist specialize in mental conditions and disorders, they can diagnose, prescribe
medications, and treat mental, behavioral, and emotional disorders
radiologist specialize in the use of x-rays, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed
tomography.
psychologist not MD's but have Doctor of Psychology or philosophy degree, work with patients
who are experiencing mental health challenges
urologist specializes in disorders of the urinary tract
Central Nervous System (CNS) Brain and Spinal cord
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) peripheral nerves found throughout the body; broken down into
somatic(voluntary) and autonomic(automatic) systems
sympathetic branch "fight or flight" response
parasympathetic branch returns the body to resting state after stress has been resolved and is
responsible for maintaining homeostasis
Trust vs Mistrust Infants: 18 months-form attachments and trust with primary care giver, trusting
their body with gross motor skills, achieving self-confidence and optimism
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt Toddlers:2-3 years old- developing independence, acquiring language skills,
parents should be firm but tolerant-leading to self control
Initiative vs. Guilt Preschool: 3-6 years-looking for new experiences but hesitate when
reprimanded, starts feeling guilty for their actions,
Industry vs Inferiority School age: 7-12 years- needs to receive recognition for accomplishments, leads
to self satisfaction
Identity vs. Role Confusion Adolescents: 12-20 years-try and figure out where they fit in and what direction of
life they should take, leading to emotional stability and ability to form committed
relationships
allergist evaluates disorders and diseases of the immune system: including adverse
reactions to meds, food, asthma, and autoimmune diseases
cardiologist Specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and
blood vessels.
anesthesiologist manage pain or use sedation during surgical procedures
dermatologist specializes in conditions of the skin
endocrinologist specializes in hormonal and glandular conditions, they often work with patients
who have diabetes mellitus
gynecologist specialize in the female reproductive system and fertility disorders
gastroenterologist specializes in managing disease of the GI tract: stomach, intestines, esophagus,
liver, pancreas, colon, and rectum
hematologist deals with blood producing organs,, often works with patients who have anemia,
leukemia, and lymphoma
Hepatologist specializes in the study of body parts such as the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder,
and pancreas
nephrologist specialize in kidney care and treating diseases of the kidneys
neonatologist specialize in the care of newborns
obstetrician specialize in the care of women during and after pregnancy
oncologist specialize in the treatment and care of patients who have cancer
orthopedist specializes in bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments
ophthalmologist specialize in eye conditions
otolaryngologist specialize in the ear, nose, throat
, NHA CCMA Exam 2026 -2027 | Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Practice Test & Study Guide
neurologist specialize in the nervous system
pediatrician specialize in newborn, infant, child, and adolescent healthcare
pathologist specialize in body tissues, blood, urine, and other body fluids to diagnose or treat
medical conditions
psychiatrist specialize in mental conditions and disorders, they can diagnose, prescribe
medications, and treat mental, behavioral, and emotional disorders
radiologist specialize in the use of x-rays, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed
tomography.
psychologist not MD's but have Doctor of Psychology or philosophy degree, work with patients
who are experiencing mental health challenges
urologist specializes in disorders of the urinary tract
Central Nervous System (CNS) Brain and Spinal cord
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) peripheral nerves found throughout the body; broken down into
somatic(voluntary) and autonomic(automatic) systems
sympathetic branch "fight or flight" response
parasympathetic branch returns the body to resting state after stress has been resolved and is
responsible for maintaining homeostasis
Trust vs Mistrust Infants: 18 months-form attachments and trust with primary care giver, trusting
their body with gross motor skills, achieving self-confidence and optimism
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt Toddlers:2-3 years old- developing independence, acquiring language skills,
parents should be firm but tolerant-leading to self control
Initiative vs. Guilt Preschool: 3-6 years-looking for new experiences but hesitate when
reprimanded, starts feeling guilty for their actions,
Industry vs Inferiority School age: 7-12 years- needs to receive recognition for accomplishments, leads
to self satisfaction
Identity vs. Role Confusion Adolescents: 12-20 years-try and figure out where they fit in and what direction of
life they should take, leading to emotional stability and ability to form committed
relationships
