NCCT PRACTICE EXAM
1. Which part of Medicare covers office visits with a primary care provider? -
Part B
2. Which of the following statements is true about the SDS? -
4. An incorrect dose of medication is delivered to a patient in the medical clinic. As a result,
the patient experienced mild kidney damage. The responsible health care providers and/or
clinic is at risk for which of the following? -
A.Libel
B. Defamation
C. Negligence
D. Slander
5. For which of the following incidents is employer provided post-exposure follow-up
indicated? -
A.An employee falls in the parking lot, resulting in a hand laceration.
B. Loss of power during an ECG procedure.
C. An employee fall from a step stool while obtaining medical records.
D. A polycup containing urine splashed into the eye of an employee.
6. When collecting a 24-hour urine, a total output of 100 ml for an adult patient is considered
-
A. dysuria.B. enuresis.C. oliguria.D. polyuria.
7. A patient called the office complaining his hydromorphone prescription was not honored at
the pharmacy. The patient stated, "The doctor gave me this prescription six weeks ago when I
was in the office." The prescription was denied because it is a schedule -
A. III drug.B. I drug.C. IV drug.D. II drug.
10. The medical assistant should stamp checks with the restrictive endorsement "for deposit
only" to prevent -
A. overdraft fees.B. nonsufficient funds.C. stop-payment.D. loss or theft.
11. Which of the following requires the patient's signature just prior to being seen in the
medical office? -
A. consent for treatment
B. CMS-1500
C. EOB
D. DNR
12. The patient was seen in the office for follow up evaluation post CVA. The doctor noticed
significant weakness on the patient's left side. Which of the following should the medical
assistant expect to perform? -
A. Active assist range of motionB. Pulmonary function testC. Crutch trainingD. Full
weight bearing exercise assistance
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,13. When performing a capillary puncture on an infant, the medical assistant understands the
lateral heel is the proper site for collection due to which of the following? -
A. The blood in the fingertip has been found to contain a higher concentration of
hemoglobin than the heel.B. The small amount of tissue between the skin and bone in the
finger makes an injury to the bone likely. C. The finger produces a slower flow of blood,
making it more difficult to obtain a specimen.D. The tissue layers on the finger are more
susceptible to permanent nerve damage.
It is appropriate for the medical assistant to use an alcohol-based hand rub as the only method
of hand hygiene after which of the following activities? -
A. Using the restroomB. Measuring a patient's apical pulseC. Applying non-sterile
gloves for a dressing changeD. Assisting the physician with a laceration repair
15. The medical assistant is assisting a physician with an I & D of a gangrenous abscess. In
addition to mask and gloves, the medical assistant must wear which of the following personal
protective equipment when performing this procedure? -
A. N95 respirator maskB. Protective eyewearC. Sterile gownD. Hazmat suit
6. When inspecting a patient's arm before performing a venipuncture, the most desirable site
appears to be the back of the hand. Which of the following venipuncture methods is most
appropriate in this situation? -
A. Butterfly needleB. Evacuated tubeC. Needle and syringeD. Capillary puncture
17. During a routine visit, a petite female patient becomes very distraught while discussing
the recent death of her husband. She suddenly faints. Which of the following actions should
the medical assistant take next? -
A. Activate EMS.B. Notify the physician.C. Protect the patient from injury.D. Draw
blood for laboratory tests.
18. Which of the following actions by the medical assistant is correct when administering
medication to a patient sublingually? -
A. Asking the patient to swallow the medicationB. Placing the medication under the
tongueC. Placing the medication between the gum and cheekD. Applying the medication
directly to the skin
19. The patient receiving an albuterol treatment by nebulizer in the clinic complains of
tremors, nausea, blurred vision, and headache. Which of the following actions should the
medical assistant take? -
A. Place the patient on NPO status.B. Decrease the oxygen flow meter to three liters
per minute.C. Tell the patient these are common side effects.D. Report these symptoms to the
physician.
20. Place the procedural steps below in the correct order for filing patients' medical records.
(Click and drag the options in the left column to their correct position in the right column). -
1. index. 2. code. 3. sort. 4. file
21. A Medicare patient presents to an outpatient hospital facility for a scheduled
hysterectomy. To which Medicare plan should the facility submit the claim? -
A. Medicare Part BB. Medicare Part CC. Medicare Part DD. Medicare Part A
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,22. Which of the following conditions may occur if a tourniquet is left in place on a patient's
extremity for longer than 60 seconds? -
A. Hemolytic anemiaB. PetechiaeC. HemangiomaD. Venous stasis
24. Which of the following should be done to correct a wandering baseline artifact? -
A. Unplug other electrical appliances in room.B. Ask the patient to turn off his cell
phone.C. Keep lead wires uncrossed.D. Remind the patient to remain still.
25. Which of the following complications occurs from prolonged lack of muscle use? -
A. HypertrophyB. AtrophyC. Cellulitis D. Tendonitis
26. Which of the following diseases is a healthcare worker at the greatest risk of developing
following an exposure incident with blood from a needle stick injury? -
. HBVB. HPVC. HAVD. HSV
27. Which of the following tasks is outside the scope of practice of a medical assistant? -
A. Performing patient education related to diabetesB. Performing quality control
functions on all laboratory equipmentC. Using an ECG to record the electrical rhythm of the
heartD. Dispensing medication, such as Glucola, in collaboration with the physician
28. An adult patient sitting in the waiting area, with a known history of epilepsy, begins
having apparent tonic-clonic movement of the arms and legs. How should the medical
assistant respond? -
A. Place a tongue depressor in the patient's mouth to maintain an open airway.B.
Move the patient to the floor and clear surrounding objects.C. Provide glucose
immediately.D. Restrain the patient and hold extremities down.
29. Which of the following indicates a medical office is compliant with the Americans with
Disabilities Act? -
A. Providing up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to an employee that has a critically ill
child.B. Providing interpreting services for a non-English speaking patient.C. Providing
employees the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine.D. Providing hand rails in at
least one restroom stall.
30. A parent calls the pediatrician's office very upset because her child is vomiting and has a
temperature of 103.3 F. The medical assistant should -
A. place the parent on hold and transfer the call to the physician.B. instruct the
parent to take the child to the emergency room immediately.C. schedule a same day work-in
appointment.D. suggest an over the counter anti-pyretic.
32. The rubber sleeve at the end of a venipuncture needle allows for -
A. faster draw of the specimen.B. single tube collections.C. slower draw of the
specimen.D. multiple tube collections.
35. The medical assistant is preparing an exam room for removal of a benign nevi. Which of
the following instrument trays should be set up? -
A. ophthalmic tray
B. cryosurgical tray
C. onychectomy tray
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, D. I & D tray
36. The primary objective of which of the following agencies is to regulate and ensure quality
of clinical laboratory testing? -
A. CLIA
B. FDA
C. OSHA
D. DEA
37. A medical assistant is hired at a Family Medical Practice. According to OSHA
requirements the medical assistant must be offered a vaccine within 10 days of hire, free of
charge. The medical assistant knows that this vaccination is to protect him from which of the
following? -
A. Hepatitis BB. VaricellaC. Haemophilus influenzaD. Tetanus
39. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take when disposing of a
needle following a venipuncture? -
A. Push the needle guard over the needle until it clicks and then place in a biohazard
bag.B. Place the needle with safety device activated immediately in a sharps container.C.
Recap the needle and place it immediately in a sharps container.D. Recap the needle and
place it on the blood collection tray.
40. A physician has ordered STAT blood work for a patient. The tests ordered are Hgb/Hct,
chemistry panel, and PT test. Which of the following tubes are needed for this procedure?
(Select the three (3) tubes that apply.) -
*A. red
*B. lavender
*C. light blue
D. gray
E. yellow
Which of the following sites should the medical assistant select to administer an IM injection
of antibiotics to an 8-month old infant with bilateral otitis media? -
A. dorsogluteal
*B. vastus lateralis
C. ventrogluteal
D. deltoid
43. After receiving the MMR vaccine, a 12 month old begins to experience coughing,
wheezing, and labored breathing. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant
take? -
A. Call the Poison Control Center immediately.B. Perform the Heimlich
maneuver.C. Initiate chest compressions, followed by rescue breaths.D. Obtain epinephrine
and oxygen and await physician's orders.
44. When giving a nebulizer treatment with bronchodilator, the medical assistant should most
closely monitor for which of the following complications? -
A. Severe nausea and vomitingB. Persistent bradycardiaC. Severe epistaxisD.
Persistent tachycardia
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1. Which part of Medicare covers office visits with a primary care provider? -
Part B
2. Which of the following statements is true about the SDS? -
4. An incorrect dose of medication is delivered to a patient in the medical clinic. As a result,
the patient experienced mild kidney damage. The responsible health care providers and/or
clinic is at risk for which of the following? -
A.Libel
B. Defamation
C. Negligence
D. Slander
5. For which of the following incidents is employer provided post-exposure follow-up
indicated? -
A.An employee falls in the parking lot, resulting in a hand laceration.
B. Loss of power during an ECG procedure.
C. An employee fall from a step stool while obtaining medical records.
D. A polycup containing urine splashed into the eye of an employee.
6. When collecting a 24-hour urine, a total output of 100 ml for an adult patient is considered
-
A. dysuria.B. enuresis.C. oliguria.D. polyuria.
7. A patient called the office complaining his hydromorphone prescription was not honored at
the pharmacy. The patient stated, "The doctor gave me this prescription six weeks ago when I
was in the office." The prescription was denied because it is a schedule -
A. III drug.B. I drug.C. IV drug.D. II drug.
10. The medical assistant should stamp checks with the restrictive endorsement "for deposit
only" to prevent -
A. overdraft fees.B. nonsufficient funds.C. stop-payment.D. loss or theft.
11. Which of the following requires the patient's signature just prior to being seen in the
medical office? -
A. consent for treatment
B. CMS-1500
C. EOB
D. DNR
12. The patient was seen in the office for follow up evaluation post CVA. The doctor noticed
significant weakness on the patient's left side. Which of the following should the medical
assistant expect to perform? -
A. Active assist range of motionB. Pulmonary function testC. Crutch trainingD. Full
weight bearing exercise assistance
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,13. When performing a capillary puncture on an infant, the medical assistant understands the
lateral heel is the proper site for collection due to which of the following? -
A. The blood in the fingertip has been found to contain a higher concentration of
hemoglobin than the heel.B. The small amount of tissue between the skin and bone in the
finger makes an injury to the bone likely. C. The finger produces a slower flow of blood,
making it more difficult to obtain a specimen.D. The tissue layers on the finger are more
susceptible to permanent nerve damage.
It is appropriate for the medical assistant to use an alcohol-based hand rub as the only method
of hand hygiene after which of the following activities? -
A. Using the restroomB. Measuring a patient's apical pulseC. Applying non-sterile
gloves for a dressing changeD. Assisting the physician with a laceration repair
15. The medical assistant is assisting a physician with an I & D of a gangrenous abscess. In
addition to mask and gloves, the medical assistant must wear which of the following personal
protective equipment when performing this procedure? -
A. N95 respirator maskB. Protective eyewearC. Sterile gownD. Hazmat suit
6. When inspecting a patient's arm before performing a venipuncture, the most desirable site
appears to be the back of the hand. Which of the following venipuncture methods is most
appropriate in this situation? -
A. Butterfly needleB. Evacuated tubeC. Needle and syringeD. Capillary puncture
17. During a routine visit, a petite female patient becomes very distraught while discussing
the recent death of her husband. She suddenly faints. Which of the following actions should
the medical assistant take next? -
A. Activate EMS.B. Notify the physician.C. Protect the patient from injury.D. Draw
blood for laboratory tests.
18. Which of the following actions by the medical assistant is correct when administering
medication to a patient sublingually? -
A. Asking the patient to swallow the medicationB. Placing the medication under the
tongueC. Placing the medication between the gum and cheekD. Applying the medication
directly to the skin
19. The patient receiving an albuterol treatment by nebulizer in the clinic complains of
tremors, nausea, blurred vision, and headache. Which of the following actions should the
medical assistant take? -
A. Place the patient on NPO status.B. Decrease the oxygen flow meter to three liters
per minute.C. Tell the patient these are common side effects.D. Report these symptoms to the
physician.
20. Place the procedural steps below in the correct order for filing patients' medical records.
(Click and drag the options in the left column to their correct position in the right column). -
1. index. 2. code. 3. sort. 4. file
21. A Medicare patient presents to an outpatient hospital facility for a scheduled
hysterectomy. To which Medicare plan should the facility submit the claim? -
A. Medicare Part BB. Medicare Part CC. Medicare Part DD. Medicare Part A
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,22. Which of the following conditions may occur if a tourniquet is left in place on a patient's
extremity for longer than 60 seconds? -
A. Hemolytic anemiaB. PetechiaeC. HemangiomaD. Venous stasis
24. Which of the following should be done to correct a wandering baseline artifact? -
A. Unplug other electrical appliances in room.B. Ask the patient to turn off his cell
phone.C. Keep lead wires uncrossed.D. Remind the patient to remain still.
25. Which of the following complications occurs from prolonged lack of muscle use? -
A. HypertrophyB. AtrophyC. Cellulitis D. Tendonitis
26. Which of the following diseases is a healthcare worker at the greatest risk of developing
following an exposure incident with blood from a needle stick injury? -
. HBVB. HPVC. HAVD. HSV
27. Which of the following tasks is outside the scope of practice of a medical assistant? -
A. Performing patient education related to diabetesB. Performing quality control
functions on all laboratory equipmentC. Using an ECG to record the electrical rhythm of the
heartD. Dispensing medication, such as Glucola, in collaboration with the physician
28. An adult patient sitting in the waiting area, with a known history of epilepsy, begins
having apparent tonic-clonic movement of the arms and legs. How should the medical
assistant respond? -
A. Place a tongue depressor in the patient's mouth to maintain an open airway.B.
Move the patient to the floor and clear surrounding objects.C. Provide glucose
immediately.D. Restrain the patient and hold extremities down.
29. Which of the following indicates a medical office is compliant with the Americans with
Disabilities Act? -
A. Providing up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to an employee that has a critically ill
child.B. Providing interpreting services for a non-English speaking patient.C. Providing
employees the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis B vaccine.D. Providing hand rails in at
least one restroom stall.
30. A parent calls the pediatrician's office very upset because her child is vomiting and has a
temperature of 103.3 F. The medical assistant should -
A. place the parent on hold and transfer the call to the physician.B. instruct the
parent to take the child to the emergency room immediately.C. schedule a same day work-in
appointment.D. suggest an over the counter anti-pyretic.
32. The rubber sleeve at the end of a venipuncture needle allows for -
A. faster draw of the specimen.B. single tube collections.C. slower draw of the
specimen.D. multiple tube collections.
35. The medical assistant is preparing an exam room for removal of a benign nevi. Which of
the following instrument trays should be set up? -
A. ophthalmic tray
B. cryosurgical tray
C. onychectomy tray
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, D. I & D tray
36. The primary objective of which of the following agencies is to regulate and ensure quality
of clinical laboratory testing? -
A. CLIA
B. FDA
C. OSHA
D. DEA
37. A medical assistant is hired at a Family Medical Practice. According to OSHA
requirements the medical assistant must be offered a vaccine within 10 days of hire, free of
charge. The medical assistant knows that this vaccination is to protect him from which of the
following? -
A. Hepatitis BB. VaricellaC. Haemophilus influenzaD. Tetanus
39. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take when disposing of a
needle following a venipuncture? -
A. Push the needle guard over the needle until it clicks and then place in a biohazard
bag.B. Place the needle with safety device activated immediately in a sharps container.C.
Recap the needle and place it immediately in a sharps container.D. Recap the needle and
place it on the blood collection tray.
40. A physician has ordered STAT blood work for a patient. The tests ordered are Hgb/Hct,
chemistry panel, and PT test. Which of the following tubes are needed for this procedure?
(Select the three (3) tubes that apply.) -
*A. red
*B. lavender
*C. light blue
D. gray
E. yellow
Which of the following sites should the medical assistant select to administer an IM injection
of antibiotics to an 8-month old infant with bilateral otitis media? -
A. dorsogluteal
*B. vastus lateralis
C. ventrogluteal
D. deltoid
43. After receiving the MMR vaccine, a 12 month old begins to experience coughing,
wheezing, and labored breathing. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant
take? -
A. Call the Poison Control Center immediately.B. Perform the Heimlich
maneuver.C. Initiate chest compressions, followed by rescue breaths.D. Obtain epinephrine
and oxygen and await physician's orders.
44. When giving a nebulizer treatment with bronchodilator, the medical assistant should most
closely monitor for which of the following complications? -
A. Severe nausea and vomitingB. Persistent bradycardiaC. Severe epistaxisD.
Persistent tachycardia
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