NHA Pretest Practice

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• A medical assistant is preparing for a urine creatinine test. Over which of the following periods of time should the assistant instruct the patient to collect the specimen?
• Which term should a medical assistant use to describe a patient experiencing discomfort and difficulty with breathing?
• When administering buccal medication, where should the patient place the medication?
• What formula is correctly used for converting a patient's weight from kilograms to pounds?
• Which of the following is an advantage of using an electronic practice management software for scheduling appointments?
• Which vaccination is recommended for patients who are 7 years of age or older?
• What is the correct spacing required for a scratch allergy test?
• According to the order of draw, which tube should a medical assistant draw after obtaining blood cultures?
• How much alcohol should an alcohol-based hand sanitizer contain to be effective according to guidelines?
• A medical assistant is processing a referral to transition the care of a patient who has less than 6 months to live. To which of the following care facilities will the medical assistant refer the patient?
• If a patient is undergoing an EKG and is experiencing dyspnea, in which position should the medical assistant place the patient?
• What term refers to the process of ensuring that a financial account's balance matches the balance on a bank statement?
• After calling in a prescription to a pharmacy, what should a medical assistant do to complete the request?
• Which of the following techniques should a medical assistant use when bandaging a wound with a roller bandage?
• A medical assistant is reviewing the list of medications a patient reports they are currently taking. The assistant recognizes that which of the following medications is available in a sublingual form?
• A patient's insurance company calls the office to obtain additional information regarding a recently submitted claim. Which of the following regulations allows the office to release this information to an insurance company without a written authorization?
• Which of the following is defined by 9 calories per gram?
• What should a medical assistant do to effectively communicate with a patient who is hard of hearing?
• A medical assistant in an outpatient facility is preparing for a venipuncture. Which of the following actions should the assistant take to confirm the patient's identity?
• When conducting a well-child exam, which aspect is essential for assessing developmental progress?
• A medical assistant fails to document a patient's preference against using blood products. This error falls under which legal principle?
• What is a preanalytical error that can affect test results during a venipuncture procedure?
• What form of health information exchange (HIE) does the Office of National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) promote for patient control over their health information?
• What should patients be told about the procedure for buccal medication administration?
• What should a medical assistant do if unsure about where to distribute mail?
• When calling a patient from the waiting area to obtain a specimen, what should the assistant do first?
• Which of the following is a common responsibility of a medical assistant regarding patient prescriptions?
• Which of the following cardiac procedures is within a medical assistant's scope of practice and does not require a licensed technician or provider to assist with or perform the procedure?
• In an ACO, how are healthcare providers typically compensated?
• In cases of joint custody, which of the following insurance policies is considered primary for an adolescent covered by two policies held by their divorced parents?
• Which of the following is considered a root word?
• Which cell structure is responsible for providing energy for cells?
• When interacting with a patient hard of hearing, what position should a medical assistant avoid?
• How should a medical assistant apply a transdermal patch?
• Which of the following can prevent a patient from comprehending an informed consent?
• Which condition requires a patient to strictly avoid gluten?
• According to the CDC, which of the following should be done if a medical assistant's hands are visibly soiled?
• What is the proper disposal method for a scalpel after a biopsy?
• What tort has a medical assistant committed by placing a dropped instrument back on a sterile field?
• What is a prerequisite for issuing e-prescriptions according to established protocol?
• A medical assistant is performing intake for a 6-month-old patient. Which of the following measurements is required to complete the pediatric growth chart?
• What is most commonly included in electronic prescription templates created by a medical assistant?
• What is the primary purpose of a clinical centrifuge?
• What condition is characterized by an overload of iron in the body?
• What nonverbal communication style is the patient exhibiting if they appear anxious and fidgeting during a conversation?
• What document is required for billing a patient's third-party payer for an office visit?
• What is the required action for medical staff when handling potential sharps injuries?
• What technique should a medical assistant use to increase circulation during a capillary collection from a patient with poor circulation?
• According to OSHA guidelines, which item should a medical assistant dispose of in a regular waste container?
• Which of the following supplies are required for proper handwashing technique?
• What is a commonly recognized adverse reaction to vaccines?
• A medical assistant is aiding a provider with a colonoscopy procedure. In which position should the assistant place the patient?
• During a Pap test, which instrument is used to collect the specimen?
• A patient discloses that their partner bent their arm backwards until it broke. What community resource should the medical assistant provide?
• Which information should a medical assistant verify at every office visit?
• What must be done with used gloves after cleaning an exam room?
• What first aid procedure can a medical assistant perform on a patient with third-degree burns on their hands?
• An angry patient confronts a medical assistant in the reception area. What action should the medical assistant take?
• Which instrument is specifically designed for the removal of stitches?
• What is the normal setting for the standardization mark on an EKG?
• A medical assistant is performing a drug test on a patient. The temperature of the urine sample should be within which of the following temperature ranges for the sample to be usable?
• A patient's ability to walk, groom themselves, bathe, and eat is evaluated by which of the following screenings?
• Which of the following diagnostic statements is appropriate in the outpatient setting?
• Which type of insurance is least likely to be the focus for an ACO?
• What is the appropriate spatial distance a medical assistant should maintain when checking in a patient?
• When documenting that a patient experiences headaches while reading from a computer monitor, where should this information be recorded in the SOAP format?
• What task should a medical assistant have a patient complete prior to gowning for a physical examination?
• Which sterilization technique is appropriate for preparing hemostats after an invasive procedure?
• Which of the following describes a proper intervention when a patient has difficulty using mobility aids like crutches?
• Which section of the clinical medical record includes a patient's subjective data collected during intake?
• What is a safeguard for all healthcare employees and patients at risk of exposure to infections?
• What component of medical terminology aids in the ease of pronunciation?
• What term best represents the processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of medications?
• Which aseptic technique involves using sound waves to vibrate and cleanse surgical instruments?
• What is the correct instruction for a patient when administering an enteric-coated tablet?
• If a provider prescribes medication to be taken BID, how often should the patient take it?
• In the context of pharmacokinetics, what does metabolism refer to?
• When performing routine follow-up calls to patients, which of the following actions should a medical assistant take first to notify the provider if the patient provides an unsatisfactory progress report?
• Which of the following examples of patient coaching addresses disease prevention?
• When preparing an 837P/CMS-1500 claim form for a burn injury, which information is mandatory?
• Which fasting blood sugar laboratory result should a medical assistant recognize as abnormal?
• What describes the BMI weight status category for a 24-year-old patient with a BMI of 30.5?
• A 45-year-old female patient comes in for their annual physical. For which of the following screenings should the medical assistant provide information?
• When processing blood samples for DNA analysis and paternity testing, what is crucial for maintaining chain of custody?
• During which of the following activities is wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary?
• According to stages of hypertension, which of the following blood pressure readings is considered elevated?
• When preparing for a physical exam, what is the primary concern for patient comfort?
• Which of the following cell structures is instrumental in helping the body mobilize and secrete mucus from the respiratory tract?
• If an EKG tracing has an upward and downward movement of the waveform, which of the following types of artifacts is indicated?
• What action should a medical assistant take to ensure a sterile environment when assisting with sutures?
• What is the expected action after receiving test results for a blood sample taken for anemia?
• A medical assistant is composing business correspondence using the simplified letter style. Which of the following features should the assistant use?
• A patient reports severe headaches and chronic tingling in their arms and legs. To which of the following specialties should the provider refer the patient for a consultation?
• Which of the following examinations assesses a patient's color perception and aids in detecting color blindness?
• Which letter format uses indented paragraphs?
• An Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is designed to improve care for patients holding which type of insurance?
• What is the primary expectation for a medical assistant during a punch biopsy?
• Which step should a medical assistant take first when scheduling a procedure at a local facility?
• Which tube should a medical assistant use to draw a blood glucose level on a patient?
• When assessing a patient with heatstroke, which symptom should the medical assistant expect to observe?
• During a well-child exam, which measurement is taken to determine if a child has microcephaly?
• Which method is considered the best for measuring body fat in a patient?
• What position should a medical assistant place a patient in when preparing to perform a 12-lead EKG?
• When labeling a blood sample for anemia, which test should be indicated on the requisition form?
• When obtaining a rectal temperature from an infant, how far should the probe be inserted?
• What is the correct order of draw for venipuncture?
• When assisting a patient with cognitive impairment and short-term memory loss, what should a medical assistant provide?
• What should be the focus when training medical assistants in communication techniques for hard of hearing patients?
• For a patient complaining of headaches due to computer use, what is the most suitable recommendation?
• A medical assistant is reviewing the medical history of a patient who regularly comes into contact with coal and wood dust. The assistant should recognize that this patient is at an increased risk of developing which of the following disorders?
• What is the main purpose of patch testing in allergy assessments?
• Which pulmonary function test measures the oxygen saturation of a patient's blood?
• What preventive measure should a medical assistant recommend to reduce the spread of infections?
• A medical assistant is preparing to perform a capillary puncture on an adult. Which of the following fingers should they choose?
• Which eating disorder is characterized by purging, use of laxatives, and mood swings?
• What is the primary goal of communication strategies for patients who are hard of hearing?
• What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required by OSHA when performing venous blood draws?
• When obtaining a blood pressure reading, how high should a medical assistant inflate the cuff?
• In the Kubler-Ross grieving process, which stage involves a patient trying to negotiate for more time?
• A medical assistant has orders to collect blood cultures, a CBC, a prothrombin time (PT), and an iron panel. They forget to draw for the PT. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
• What information should a medical assistant label on venipuncture tubes before transport?
• During an allergy test, what should be the characteristic of the allergens used in the scratch test?
• Which of the following can result from the use of outdated or incorrect codes on a billing claim?
• Which of the following defines the process of sterilization?
• A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a flexible sigmoidoscopy examination. In which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
• When measuring a patient's oxygen saturation with a pulse oximeter, which action should the medical assistant take?
• Which of the following is a medical assistant required to document in the electronic health record (EHR) when administering immunizations to a patient?
• After sustaining a small laceration from a sharps container, what type of documentation should a medical assistant complete?
• Which class of fire extinguisher is specifically designed for use on flammable liquids?
• A patient with a foot fracture is having trouble using crutches. Which resource should a medical assistant refer them to for assistance?
• What organization dictates the operations of clinical laboratories in physician offices?
• What should a medical assistant do when dealing with an angry patient?
• Which of the following statements describes the doctrine of professional discretion?
• Which type of advance directive allows a patient to name someone to make healthcare decisions on their behalf?
• What action would be appropriate when encountering a conscious patient with a third-degree burn?
• A patient presents with dysuria, penile discharge, and lower abdominal pain. What condition do these symptoms suggest?
• Which of the following preventative screenings are matched correctly with the age at which they should be initially completed?
• What type of scheduling is described when a provider requests to schedule three patients at the top of each hour to be seen in order of arrival?
• Which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
• Which of the following does a Snellen chart measure?
• A medical assistant is preparing the autoclave for the sterilization process. Which of the following temperatures is recommended to effectively perform sterilization?
• Which method is most effective for gathering additional details from a patient regarding their chief complaint?
• Which of the following is an example of positive nonverbal behavior?
• What should a patient do if they feel faint during a medical procedure?
• What is the recommended age for children to receive their first human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine?
• A pulse oximeter can register an artificially low oxygen saturation measurement for a patient with which of the following conditions?
• After a hurricane, which organization should a medical assistant refer a patient for support and community services?
• What should a medical assistant ensure before providing handouts to a patient with cognitive limitations?
• Which of the following is considered a CLIA-waived laboratory test?
• Prior to running an EKG tracing, which of the following is the final step a medical assistant should take to ensure the tracing will be clear with a horizontal baseline?
• What action will ensure accurate reimbursement of a claim?
• In performing an EKG, what is the appropriate placement of electrodes on a patient's arm?
• Which part of Medicare covers durable medical equipment (DME)?
• Which two body systems work together to transport hormones throughout the body?
• Which disease must a medical assistant report to the state as a mandatory requirement?
• When a medical assistant is communicating with a patient who is upset, which of the following mechanisms indicates the assistant is receptive and listening?
• When measuring blood pressure, when should the medical assistant read the diastolic pressure?
• According to best practices, within which time frame should an appointment be scheduled for a patient who has an acute illness calling in?
• Which of the following is a key step in the preparation of a transdermal patch?
• What action should a medical assistant take when administering an intradermal injection for allergy testing?
• A medical assistant is weighing a patient that is 72 kg. Which of the following values is the patient's weight converted to pounds?
• Which process allows for the electronic sending of prescriptions?
• What does sanitization mean in the context of infection control?
• In the grieving process, during which stage does depression typically occur?
• Which method is best for drawing blood from a patient with small veins?
• When performing surgical asepsis, which step should a medical assistant take to prevent contamination of the sterile field?
• What type of tool is suture scissors specifically classified as?
• Which of the following is a key characteristic of an ACO?
• Which element is a part of standard precautions in PPE?
• Which disinfectant should a medical assistant use after a surgical procedure?
• What is the primary focus of an Accountable Care Organization (ACO)?
• Which sterilization method utilizes heat, chemicals, or radiation to eliminate all forms of life?
• What method can be employed to improve communication with patients who have hearing difficulties?
• Which of the following types of masks is considered a respirator and required when caring for a patient who has COVID-19?
• Which of the following should the medical assistant verify with the patient prior to the patient receiving a prescription for their acute ear infection?
• What is an important federal guideline relevant to medical assistants when disposing of waste materials?
• In which of the following quadrants is the gallbladder located?
• What is a common goal across all practices operating within an ACO?
• What is the responsibility of a medical assistant after a patient undergoes a procedure?
• In the context of first aid, what should a medical assistant avoid doing with a chemical burn?
• Which of the following instruments should a medical assistant have available for a patient's general physical examination?
• What is a benefit of improved communication with hard of hearing patients?
• According to the Controlled Substances Act, how should controlled substances be stored in a medical office?
• A medical assistant receives a denial of payment for a cholecystectomy due to a "preauthorization required" issue. What should the assistant do if the provider finds the procedure emergent?
• A medical assistant is preparing to print an after-visit summary for a patient. Which direct identifier should the assistant verify to protect the patient's health information?
• Why is it important to allow a patient to express anger in a healthcare setting?
• The abbreviation PRN stands for which of the following?
• What is the highest pressure level called when taking a patient's blood pressure, indicated by the first sound heard?
• A patient arrives at the provider's office with a laceration on their right forearm, and the provider determines the patient will need sutures. Which of the following supplies should the medical assistant hand to the provider?
• What should a provider include before obtaining informed consent from a patient?
• Which of the following should a medical assistant do to assist with hemostasis following completion of a venipuncture procedure?
• Which type of allergy testing involves applying an allergen to the skin?
• What is the main purpose of using a health care proxy?
• When using a butterfly needle set for a blood sample, what is the recommended action for the assistant?
• Which of the following is the correct placement for lead V4?
• What is the first step a medical assistant should take when preparing a patient for a mole excision?
• How is a bounding pulse characterized during a patient's assessment?
• Which of the following considerations is important within a patient-centered medical home (PCMH)?
• What does the tracing contain if it features an unexpected shift in the baseline due to electrical interference?
• During a pulse assessment, which characteristic would you observe for a thready pulse?
• Who should sign the documentation for a forensic specimen according to chain of custody protocol?
• A medical assistant has acquired a preauthorization for a patient's referral to a specialist. Which of the following is a reason for the insurer to deny the claim submitted by the specialist?
• What condition can be caused by overwhelming experiences?
• If a medical assistant experiences an exposure to an infectious disease via a human bite, what is the first step they should take?
• What is the appropriate action for a medical assistant to take if a patient faints after receiving an injection?
• What should a medical assistant ensure when verifying patient allergies?
• What should a medical assistant do to help a patient from a different culture feel more comfortable in the medical office?