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CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT Practice Test, Exams of Medicine

Illinois College (IC)Medicine

CCMA Practice Test CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT Practice Test

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CCMA Practice Test
1. A medical assistant is preparing a patient who has shortness of breath for an EKG. In which of
the following positions should the assistant place the patient?
a) Prone
b) Semi-Fowler’s
c) Supine
d) Sims
2. A medical assistant is preparing a patient for an EKG. Which of the following instructions should
the medical assistant provide?
a) “Avoid food or drink for 4 hours before the test”
b) “Remove all clothing from the waist up”
c) “Apply moisturizing lotion to the electrode placement sites”
d) “Maintain a full bladder for the duration of the test”
3. A CCMA is caring for a patient who has an accumulation of blood in his chest cavity. The CCMA
should recognize that which of the following terms refers to this condition?
a) Hematuria
b) Hematoma
c) Hemothorax
d) Hemoglobin
4. A medical assistant is preparing to perform and EKG recording on a patient. Which of the
following information is true of limb leads and electrodes?
a) Limb leads are unipolar
b) Leads V1 through V6 are limb leads
c) Limb leads are placed on the fleshy areas of the skin
d) The left leg lead wire serves as the ground
5. A medical assistant is calibrating and EKG machine. Which of the following should the assistant
identify as the standard speed of the recording?
a) 25 mm/second
b) 50 mm/second
c) 10 mm/second
d) 5 mm/second
6. Anthropometric measurement is used for which of the following?
a) To complete growth charts
b) To determine the dosage for medications
c) To determine if the patient is hypertensive
d) To assess the lung volume
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CCMA Practice Test

  1. A medical assistant is preparing a patient who has shortness of breath for an EKG. In which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient? a) Prone b) Semi-Fowler’s c) Supine d) Sims
  2. A medical assistant is preparing a patient for an EKG. Which of the following instructions should the medical assistant provide? a) “Avoid food or drink for 4 hours before the test” b) “Remove all clothing from the waist up” c) “Apply moisturizing lotion to the electrode placement sites” d) “Maintain a full bladder for the duration of the test”
  3. A CCMA is caring for a patient who has an accumulation of blood in his chest cavity. The CCMA should recognize that which of the following terms refers to this condition? a) Hematuria b) Hematoma c) Hemothorax d) Hemoglobin
  4. A medical assistant is preparing to perform and EKG recording on a patient. Which of the following information is true of limb leads and electrodes? a) Limb leads are unipolar b) Leads V1 through V6 are limb leads c) Limb leads are placed on the fleshy areas of the skin d) The left leg lead wire serves as the ground
  5. A medical assistant is calibrating and EKG machine. Which of the following should the assistant identify as the standard speed of the recording? a) 25 mm/second b) 50 mm/second c) 10 mm/second d) 5 mm/second
  6. Anthropometric measurement is used for which of the following? a) To complete growth charts b) To determine the dosage for medications c) To determine if the patient is hypertensive d) To assess the lung volume
  1. A medical assistant is preparing a patient for an EKG. In which of the following locations should the assistant place the V4 lead? a) 5 th^ intercostal space at the anterior axillary line b) 5 th^ intercostal space at the midaxillary line c) Midway between V3 and V d) 5 th^ intercostal space at the midclavicular line
  2. When collecting a urine culture, which of the following should a CCMA include on the label? a) Physician’s name and phone number b) Office name and address c) Test name and CCMA’s name d) Patient’s name and date of birth 9. A medical assistant notes a wandering baseline throughout an EKG tracing. Which of the following electrocardiograph issues could have resulted in this occurrence? a) The electrode pads were defective or poorly attached b) The machine was missing the grounding prong for the outlet c) The machine did not have the proper standardization settings set d) The cable tips were looser had become separated.
  3. A provider orders a urine C&S. Which of the following collection techniques should the CCMA use? a) First morning specimen b) Clean catch specimen c) 24-hour specimen d) Random specimen
  4. A medical assistant notices rhythmic sharp spikes throughout an EKG tracing. Which of the following artifacts is occurring? a) Wandering baseline b) Interrupted baseline c) Interference d) Somatic tremor
  5. Which of the following criteria are used to determine BMI? a) Height and weight b) Height and age c) Weight and activity level d) Weight and gender
  1. Which of the following is an appropriate response to a conscious, adult patient experiencing hypoglycemic emergency? a) Offer the patient a glass of water b) Offer the patient orange juice c) Offer the patient a sandwich d) Offer the patient a piece of sugar-free candy
  2. A medical assistant is providing instructions to a female patient prior to a stress test. Which of the following instructions should the medical assistant include? a) “Eat a large meal before coming to the test” b) “You should wear a dress on the day of the test” c) “Take your medications on the day of the test” d) “you can wear sandals when completing the test”
  3. When completing a hemoccult exam, a CCMA is testing for which of the following? a) WBC levels b) Imperceptible blood c) Hemorrhoid blood d) Bacteria in the blood
  4. A medical assistant is providing teaching to a patient who is to undergo Holter monitoring. Which of the following information should the medical assistant include? a) “You can place a piece of tape over the electrode if it becomes loose” b) “You can wear the monitor while you take a shower” c) “You should refrain from doing your usual activities” d) “Your dairy should focus on your food intake”
  5. Which of the following is beyond the scope of practice of a medical assistant? a) Urinalysis b) Throat culture c) Occult blood d) Pathogenic identification
  6. A provider requests a rhythm strip in addition to a regular EKG tracing for a patient. The medical assistant should identify that which of the following leads provides the clearest recording of the heart rhythm? a) I b) II c) III d) V
  1. A patient presents with excessive urination at night. Which of the following should the CCMA document in the patient’s medical chart? a) Oliguria b) Anuria c) Nocturia d) Polyuria
  2. A medical assistant is performing an EKG on a patient who has a heart rate of 105/min. The medical assistant should identify this finding as an indication of which of the following conditions? a) Sinus rhythm b) Atrial fibrillation c) Bradycardia d) Tachycardia
  3. A CCMA is writing a referral for a patient with an accumulation of serious fluid and gas in the pericardium. To which of the following specialists should the CCMA refer the patient? a) Cardiologist b) Nephrologist c) Pulmonologist d) Internist
  4. Which of the following professionals assists patients with improving mobility, strength and range of motion? a) Occupational therapist b) Emergency medical technician c) Physical therapist d) Radiology technician
  5. An adolescent patient’s mother tells the CCMA that she wants to talk to the provider about her daughter’s visit to obtain birth control. Which of the following responses by the CCMA is appropriate? a) Tell the mother that her daughter is sexually active b) Advise the mother to contact the pharmacy for additional information c) Explain the HIPAA guidelines and advise the mother to speak to her daughter d) Tell the mother that she can talk to the doctor and that he will explain the daughter’s visit
  6. A medical assistant is preparing a referral slip for a patient who report symptoms of vertigo. The medical assistant should refer the patient to which of the following specialists? a) Otolaryngologist b) Anesthesiologist c) Neurologist d) Ophthalmologist
  1. Which of the following hormones is detected in a positive blood pregnancy test? a) LH b) Hgb c) FSH d) HCG
  2. Which of the following professionals specializes in evaluating mental illnesses, physical illness and disability through analyzing patient health needs and providing health education to patient of all ages? a) Physical medicine and rehabilitation therapist b) Pediatrician c) Pathologist d) Preventive medicine specialist
  3. A patient is scheduled to have a surgical removal of her kidney. Which of the following is the name of the surgery? a) Nephrectomy b) Hysteroscopy c) Hysterectomy d) Nephrolithotomy
  4. Which of the following roles provides an opportunity to obtain certification or registration based on state regulations but does not require a license to secure employment within the health care industry? a) Medical assistant b) Physician assistant c) Diagnostic radiologist d) Anesthesiologist
  5. Which of the following procedures should a CCMA schedule for a patient requiring a surgical fixation of a segment of the small intestine to the abdominal wall? a) Enteropexy b) Enteropathy c) Colopexy d) Colonopathy
  6. A provider requests that a patient see a specialist for hyperthyroidism. The assistant should expect to contact which of the following specialty clinics for this consultation? a) Gastroenterology b) Endocrinology c) Urology d) Cardiology
  1. A patient diagnosed with tuberculosis is coming into the clinic for a routine follow-up. Which of the following modes of transmission should the CCMA be aware of when dealing with this patient? a) Droplet b) Airborne c) Vector-borne d) Contact
  2. Which of the following health care delivery models emphasizes patient’s involvement in organizing their own health care? a) Hospice b) Home health agency c) Accountable care organization (ACO) d) Patient-centered medical home (PCMH)
  3. A client presents which a chief complaint of abdominal pain and respiratory difficulties. In which of the following positions should the CCMA place the patient to examine the abdomen, while maintaining the client’s respiratory status? a) Sim’s b) Fowler’s c) Dorsal recumbent d) Prone
  4. Which of the following insurance plan models requires a referral from a primary care provider to schedule an appointment with a dermatologist? a) Preferred provider organization (PPO) b) Pay-for-performance c) Health maintenance organization (HMO) d) Exclusive provider organization (EPO)
  5. A CCMA is preparing a patient for a gynecological examination. Which of the following positions is appropriate? a) Supine b) Lithotomy c) Prone d) Sims’
  6. Which of the following types of providers is qualified to assess patients of all ages with a wide variety of acute to severe medical conditions? a) Internist b) Specialist c) Pediatrician d) Family practitioner
  1. A patient tells a CCMA that her physician’s office is incompetent, as there is no improvement in her condition. Which of the following is an appropriate response? a) “I think that you feel that your treatment is not effective.” b) “I’m sure that the provider can make you feel better.” c) “That isn’t fair. Our office treats many patients successfully.” d) “You could take a different medication and then you’ll feel better.”
  2. Which of the following insurance providers is the oldest and largest system of independent health insurers in the U.S.? a) Tricare b) Medicare c) Blue Cross/Blue Shield d) Medicaid
  3. A CCMA should recognize that which of the following statements by a patient indicates a need for further education? a) “I will take my medication with food before I go into my surgery.” b) “I may be charged a no-show fee if I miss my appointment.” c) “I won’t eat breakfast before my glucose tolerance test.” d) “I can schedule my husband’s appointment, if he is unable to do so.”
  4. A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a physical examination. The patient reports difficulty falling sleep. The medical assistant should anticipate that the provider will prescribe which of the following medications? a) Esomeprazole b) Loperamide c) Metformin d) Zolpidem
  5. Which of the following is the most important factor to consider when collecting a chain of custody specimen? a) Appropriate amounts b) Proper identification c) Appropriate collecting method d) Proper handling
  6. A medical assistant is transcribing a prescription from a provider for a medication that must be taken hourly. Which of the following abbreviations should the medical assistant identify as the correct notation of when and how often the patient should take the medication? a) qd b) qh c) qs

d) qid

  1. A CCMA is performing a chain of custody specimen collection. Which of the following statements by the CCMA indicates a need for further teaching? a) “Specimens collected at the end of the day should be transported immediately the next morning.” b) “Specimens should be tested for correct temperature within 5 minutes of collection.” c) “I will have the receiving lab sign the chain of custody form.” d) “I will have the patient sign the chain of custody form.”
  2. A medical assistant is reviewing the medications for a patient who is undergoing chemotherapy to treat breast cancer. The medical assistant should identify that the provider prescribed ondansetron because it is in which of the following medications classifications? a) Antiemetic b) Antitussive c) Antilipemic d) Antipyretic
  3. In addition to name and phone number, which of the following pieces of information is required to schedule an appointment? a) Insurance b) Social Security Number c) Date of Birth d) Reason for visit
  4. A medical assistant is transcribing a prescription for fentanyl patches for a patient. The medical assistant should identify that this medication has specific requirements because it is classified in which of the following schedules of controlled substances? A) Schedule I B) Schedule II C) Schedule III D) Schedule IV
  5. The lab report on a patient indicates a hemoglobin level of 7 g/dL. Which of the following is the first action for the CCMA to take? a) Notify the provider b) Inform the patient c) Record the results in the medical record d) Repeat the test to insure accuracy
  1. A medical assistant is arranging medication in a storage cabinet according to the routes of administration. The medical assistant should categorize methyl salicylate liniment in which of the following routes? a) Oral b) Otic c) Topical d) Ophthalmic
  2. Which of the following should a CCMA document on the chart when a patient calls to cancel a postoperative appointment, and she says that she will reschedule later? a) To prove that the office wasn’t negligent b) To explain the loss of revenue c) To deny future appointments d) To demonstrate confidentiality
  3. A medical assistant is caring for a patient who is schedule for a flexible sigmoidoscopy and will be self-administering an enema at home. The medical assistant should explain that the medication will be in which of the following forms? a) Suppository b) Solution c) Lotion d) Foam
  4. During a routine venipuncture, the patient becomes pale and diaphoretic. What condition is most likely to occur in this patient? a) Syncope b) Seizure c) Nausea d) Shock
  5. A medical assistant should identify which of the following look-alike and sound-alike medications as an anticonvulsant? a) Clonazepam b) Chlorpropamide c) Amlodipine d) Alprazolam
  6. Which of the following routes for taking a patient’s temperature is the most accurate? a) Axillary b) Rectal c) Oral d) Temporal
  1. A medical assistant is preparing to perform a Mantoux test. Which of the following routes should the medical assistant use for this injection? a) Intradermal b) Subcutaneous c) Intramuscular d) intravenous
  2. Which of the following is outside of a CCMA’s scope of practice? a) Perform clinical duties under the direct supervision of the provider b) Order additional laboratory tests to confirm the patient’s condition c) Provide directions to a patient about preparation for a diagnostic test d) Reinforce instructions about medications and special diets
  3. A medical assistant is explaining to an older adult patient that she will require a lower dosage of a medication than a younger adult. The medical assistant should explain that this difference in dosage is primarily because of the effect that aging has on which of the following pharmacokinetic processes? a) Absorption b) Distribution c) Metabolism d) Excretion
  4. A patient presents to an office for treatment. After reading the consent form, she has second thoughts. Who is responsible for counseling the patient? a) Receptionist b) CCMA c) Provider d) Administrative manager
  5. A patient tells a medical assistant that the provider said to take the prescribed antibiotic four times per day because of the medication’s half-life. The patient want to know what “half-life” means. Which of the following responses should the medical assistant make? a) “A medication half-life is the time at which it will lose all of its effectiveness” b) “A medication half- life is the time it takes for your body to absorb half of the dosage” c) “A medication half- life occurs when the primary function of the medication is at its peak” d) “A medication half- life is the time it takes for the body to process and eliminate half of the dosage”
  1. A medical assistant is reviewing nutritional guidelines with a patient who is following a high- protein diet. Which of the following statements should the medical assistant make? a) “an increase intake of sodium is necessary to metabolize proteins” b) “ without sufficient carbohydrates and fat, the body will burn protein for energy” c) “the body uses dietary fiber to rebuild muscle” d) “half of your daily caloric intake should consist of protein”
  2. Body language, body posture, space and distance are all examples of: a) Non-verbal communication b) Verbal communication c) Written communication d) All answers are correct
  3. A medical assistant is encouraging a patient to increase fiber intake. Which of the following foods should the medical assistant recommend? a) Chicken breast b) Cottage cheese c) Eggs d) Apples
  4. A health care provider who practices under false qualifications/credentials is guilty of a) slander b) fraud c) misrepresentation d) liable
  5. A medical assistant is reviewing a daily diet with a patient. Which of the following foods should the medical assistant recommend to help the patient increase intake of Vitamin D? a) Beans b) Fish c) Rice d) nuts
  6. Which of the following should be included in a section of the office policy manual a) Employee evaluations b) Confidentiality c) Tardiness and absenteeism d) All of the above
  1. A medical assistant is reviewing the dietary intake of a patient who has lactose intolerance. Which of the following foods should the medical assistant remind the patient to limit? a) cream cheese b) green beans c) grilled chicken d) black coffee
  2. Which of the following is not objective information? a) Progress notes b) Family history c) Diagnosis d) Physical examination and findings
  3. A medical assistant is teaching a patient about the major food groups. Which of the following information about grains should the medical assistant include? a) Grains help with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins b) Grains help maintain body heat c) Grains help regulate muscle activity and heart rhythm d) Grains help prevent and manage constipation
  4. Who is the legal owner of the patient's medical record? a) The patient b) The physician or agency where services were provided c) The patient's insurance company d) Both the patient and the physician
  5. Which of the following items are parts of the physician's office budget? a) Medical equipment b) Rent or mortgage c) Taxes d) All of the above
  6. Which of the following is correct regarding the flow of blood? a) The vena cava carries blood from the heart to the body b) The pulmonary arteries carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs c) The pulmonary veins carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart d) The aorta delivers blood from the body to the heart
  7. Which of the following is correct regarding plasma? a) It contains clotted blood b) It is obtained from blood collected in red top tubes c) It is normally bright yellow to orange d) It is the fluid portion of unclotted blood
  1. How much blood is found in the average adult body? a) 15.0 L b) 10.0 L c) 5.0 L d) 50.0 L
  2. Red blood cells are also called: a) Thrombocytes b) Erythrocytes c) Leukocytes d) Phagocytes
  3. A medical assistant removes a needle from the antecubital space of a patient following a phlebotomy procedure and applies pressure. Which of the following steps should the medical assistant take next? a) Apply a bandage b) Label the tubes c) Dispose of the needle d) Confirm the ordered tests
  4. Which of the following tubes should a medical assistant select first when adhering to the proper order of draw? a) Red b) Yellow c) Green d) Gray
  5. What should a clinical medical assistant do first when a patient is having a syncopal episode when venipuncture is being performed? a) Call for help apply a cold compress b) Use an ammonia inhalant c) Remove the needle from the arm
  6. To avoid hemoconcentration during venipuncture, which of the following actions should a medical assistant take? a) Apply an ice pack to the area b) Remove the tourniquet before 1 minute has elapsed c) Instruct the patient to keep the arms bent d) Insert the needle into the vein with the bevel down
  1. Which of the following supplies blood to the heart muscle? a) Carotid arteries b) Coronary arteries c) Brachial arteries d) Cerebral arteries
  2. When drawing blood cultures, a medical assistant should prepare a patient’s skin using which of the following products? a) Hydrogen peroxide b) Glutaraldehyde c) Sterile water d) Iodine solution
  3. A murmur is an abnormal sound that may indicate: a) Structural heart disease b) Intestinal obstruction c) Bronchial asthma d) Stroke
  4. Which of the following veins is the preferred vein for routine phlebotomy? a) Basilic b) Cephalic c) Median cubital d) Median antebrachial
  5. The term used to describe the amount of blood pumped by the heart per minute is called: a) Blood pressure b) Ejection fraction c) Contractility d) Cardiac output
  6. A medical assistant is performing phlebotomy on an 80-year-old patient who has small veins. Which of the following venipuncture methods should the medical assistant use for blood collection? a) Finger puncture b) Evacuated tube c) Heel stick d) Butterfly needle