Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) Practice Exam

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• What rhythm is commonly associated with an irregular heartbeat?
• What is the potentially serious consequence of a lancet hitting the bone during a dermal puncture?
• What is another name for a chest lead in cardiac monitoring?
• What does PHI stand for in a healthcare context?
• What does the term "provider" encompass?
• Which of the following is a symptom of dehydration?
• Which of the following is categorized as a parasitic infection?
• Which agency regulates the Controlled Substance Act?
• The interval between exposure and infection and the appearance of the first symptom is called?
• What is the maximum volume of urine typically produced by an adult in one day?
• Which heart valve is located between the right atrium and right ventricle?
• Which term describes the absence of menstrual periods?
• What number is required on every prescription for a controlled substance?
• What type of soap is recommended for hand antisepsis?
• What is the term for a structure composed of two or more tissue types?
• Which of the following types of filing systems requires a cross-reference file?
• In the chain of infection, what is the term for the site of the wound and any bandages?
• If a prescription indicates the medication should be taken "bid," how often should it be taken?
• What effect does somatic tremor have in a clinical setting?
• What type of drug prevents the action of another drug or chemical?
• Which of the following is the layer of the heart that is thickest?
• What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
• How many electrodes are used as part of a 12 lead ECG?
• Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
• Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating body temperature?
• What is the method of scheduling in which one patient is scheduled for a specific appointment time known as?
• What is the primary function of the large intestines (colon)?
• What is the primary purpose of the Privacy Rule?
• How should appointment scheduling be organized to best support the success of the practice?
• What does tympanic temperature measurement refer to?
• What condition is indicated by the absence of a pulse in a limb?
• What term refers to any person that provides medical care?
• What is the name of the condition that makes blood draws on the right arm not recommended after a right-sided mastectomy?
• What immediate action should be taken when using a fire extinguisher according to the PASS method?
• Which of the following skills would not be an appropriate expectation of the competent medical assistant?
• Discussing a patient's diagnosis in a public place is a violation of what?
• Which characteristic is essential for success as a medical assistant?
• What state is the body in after adequate rest and at least 12 hours without food?
• During assessment, what is the best source to obtain patient information?
• A quantitative test is one that?
• A 24-hour specimen is an example of what type of specimen?
• What does the acronym SOAP stand for in medical documentation?
• Which test is considered a primary screening tool for diabetes mellitus?
• What is the likely outcome when a person remains in the same position for an extended period?
• What is the national health insurance plan for Americans aged 65 and older?
• What is true regarding contact transmissions?
• What must be done to blood and other potentially infectious materials before transportation?
• If a patient's chart indicates that a urine sample was collected at 1600, what does this mean?
• What does POMR stand for in medical record keeping?
• In terms of insurance, what does the 'allowed amount' refer to?
• Which facility practices would be important in preventing airborne transmission of diseases?
• What is the medical term for a heart attack?
• Which of the following identifies the structure primarily responsible for filtering blood?
• Which of the following is an example of a chronic disease?
• Co-insurance is calculated based on what?
• Which organ's main function is to eliminate excess water and waste products from the body?
• What is the appropriate procedure for preparing blood for transport?
• What does the first tapping sound during the deflation of a blood pressure cuff indicate?
• Which of the following is an example of negative kinesics?
• Demerol 75 mg, IM every 4 hours as needed for severe pain is what type of medication order?
• A pounding or racing of the heart, which the patient can feel, is referred to as what?
• If an automated hemoglobin test shows a value of 15g/dl, what is the expected hematocrit value?
• What is the term for the amount of blood pumped by the heart per minute?
• What is the principal advantage of using the wave method when designing the scheduling process?
• What process is used to wash and remove blood and tissue from medical instruments?
• In healthcare settings, most exposures to HIV occur due to which of the following?
• How does a baby's pulse and respiration rate compare to that of adults?
• What vital sign is typically assessed to monitor a patient's circulatory status?
• Which is an example of a recommended preventative procedure?
• What type of drug enhances the effects of another drug?
• Which of the following is commonly referred to as swimmer's ear?
• What are two premature ventricular complexes (PVCs) in a row known as?
• What term is used to indicate that something is nearer to the surface?
• Which piece of information should not be recorded by the medical assistant during a patient interview?
• What term describes microbes that can cause disease?
• What term describes a drug that prevents the action of another drug or chemical?
• Another term for outpatient care is:
• When a patient fails to show for their appointment, the event must be?
• What condition is indicated by a complete cessation of cardiac output?
• Insulin syringes are calibrated in which units?
• What is one type of civil action against healthcare providers for injuries resulting from healthcare?
• All pathogens are defined as what?
• Complete destruction of all forms of microbial life is known as?
• What is the normal volume of urine produced by an adult in a 24-hour period?
• MSDS information includes which type of details?
• What characterizes a dignified practice in partnership regarding patient care?
• Family members that are covered under a member's insurance policy are known as what?
• What type of fever fluctuates and returns to or below baseline before increasing again?
• What is the medical definition of hypotension?
• What is the primary role of erythrocytes in the blood?
• In a filing system, which of the following would be filed second?
• Which specialist deals with eye injury and disease after a patient has a corneal abrasion?
• What is a deductible?
• Which type of gloves can be decontaminated and reused if they show no signs of deterioration?
• What term is used to describe the mental and emotional condition relating to enthusiasm, loyalty, or confidence of an individual or group regarding a function or task?
• Before developing a medication schedule, what should you evaluate about the patient?
• What is the functional unit of the kidney?
• When a spouse calls for medical test results, what should the medical assistant first do?
• What is the primary focus of ambulatory care services?
• What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when taking a patient's medical history for active tuberculosis?
• What condition is indicated by a persistent elevated temperature?
• What is a common sign of an allergic reaction?
• Which specimen is considered best for testing iron levels in the blood?
• If a patient's specimen is lipemic, what does this usually indicate?
• What type of medical practice do Dr. Jones and Dr. Myers have by sharing patients and profits?
• In medical terminology, what does "tachy" commonly refer to?
• What does reviewing the analysis of patient flow help a practice determine?
• What does telephone etiquette primarily involve?
• A normal sinus rhythm has a heart rate of how many BPM?
• A round, raised skin lesion with itching that indicates a positive reaction to allergic testing is called what?
• What are the four classic symptoms of inflammation?
• What does the inside address in a typewritten letter need to include?
• What is the primary role of a medical assistant during patient examinations?
• During phlebotomy procedures, what is the primary purpose of wearing gloves?
• Which practice is considered legal if there is proper communication between a healthcare provider and patient?
• What are verbal facial expressions or body language, such as a nod of understanding, called?
• Thrombocytes play a crucial role in which bodily function?
• Which of the following tests is typically used to evaluate thyroid function?
• What aspect of quality care is vital for determining if further action is needed after obtaining diagnostic results?
• In which situation would a Medical Assistant's witness signature be required?
• What is the primary purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE)?
• What department in the hospital is run by physicians specializing in musculoskeletal disorders?
• What condition is Mr. Smith suffering from due to enlargement of bones in the skull and other areas?
• What is a common complication of an infection indicated by prolonged tachycardia?
• Which of the patient's limbs serves as an electrical ground during ECG?
• During a stress test, if a patient's blood pressure drops significantly, what is the best action?
• What does automaticity refer to in terms of myocardial cells?
• What term is used to describe the formation of blood cells?
• Issues related to medical advances fall under the category of?
• What is the method of tracking the patient's problems during their care, also known as POMR?
• How should a patient be instructed to take a buccal medication?
• Co-Insurance is calculated based on which factor?
• What does the term post-prandial mean?
• Which department typically handles the invoice for the monthly rent of a medical office building?
• What is required on every prescription for a controlled substance?
• What does the term "cost sheet" refer to?
• What is defamation through spoken statements called?
• Which of the following is an example of proxemics?
• Which of the following is the most common means of transmitting pathogens?
• What position should the patient be placed in when performing an ECG?
• A patient is having a seizure. What is the most appropriate step for the medical assistant to take to protect the patient?
• What information is primarily included on a patient information sheet?
• To what precision should a patient's weight be recorded in their chart?
• Which condition is indicated by a systolic pressure below 90 mmHg?
• A patient has an oral temperature of 100.8F. What is the medical term for this condition?
• Which vaccine is recommended annually for elderly patients to help prevent disease?
• A slow dysrhythmia is referred to as what?
• Which of the following is considered a biohazard?
• Veterans with service-related disabilities are eligible for care under which of the following programs?
• What are the three kinds of blood cells?
• Which of the following medical professionals primarily specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions?
• Which layer of the heart is responsible for contraction and relaxation?
• How do managed care organizations primarily control costs?
• What is it called when a provider withdraws from the care of a patient without reasonable notice?
• What is the best specimen for testing the levels of iron in the blood?
• Faithfulness or allegiance to a cause or institution is called:
• Which action is most helpful in building rapport with patients?
• What is the term for the amount determined by the insurance carrier for a service rendered?
• What is the typical purpose of a dermal puncture?
• What is the primary pacemaker of the heart called?
• What does the analysis of patient flow help a medical practice determine?
• Which situation is beyond the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
• What does the element of confidentiality involve in healthcare?
• What is the term for the act of listening to internal sounds of the body to aid in diagnosis?
• Which vessels carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart?
• Cellular respiration primarily occurs in which cellular organelle?
• What is an important fact that patients should know about immunizations?
• What term describes sophisticated and highly complex medical care?
• Which federal program provides medical care for indigent individuals?
• Health policy that concerns a patient's constitutional right to privacy, informed consent, and confidentiality falls under which category?
• Under the doctrine of respondeat superior, who is responsible for errors made by medical staff?
• What must be done before sanitizing medical instruments?
• Which drug administration route is considered most appropriate for a patient experiencing nausea and vomiting?
• One mental health illness that can hinder patient education is:
• What is the primary function of the nervous system?
• What is the smallest structural unit of the nervous system?
• Regulation of the heart rate, speed of electrical conduction, and strength of contraction are influenced by the brain via which nervous system?
• What does the term "hypertension" refer to?
• When medical assistants are able to adapt to various situations, they are considered to be:
• Which chest lead is placed on the right sternal border in the 4th intercostal space?
• What are collection devices used in skin punctures called?
• Aspirin and acetaminophen are examples of which types of drugs?
• If a patient weighs 83.92 kg, what is their weight in pounds?
• What instrument is used to hold open the vaginal wall for examination?
• What is the appearance of the skin and nail beds in a patient suffering from severe shortness of breath?
• The mental and emotional condition, enthusiasm, loyalty, or confidence of an individual or group regarding a task is referred to as what?
• How can you confirm effective ventilation during CPR?
• Which of the following describes the role of a Medical Assistant in the immunization process?
• What right does the Privacy Rule give patients regarding their medical records?
• A murmur may indicate which abnormal condition in the heart?
• Notifiable infections must be reported to?
• What is the term for the amount that an insurance company states is not the responsibility of the patient for a contracted physician?
• Aspirin and acetaminophen fall under which category of medications?
• Which type of precautions requires special air handling and ventilation?
• Which of the following is classified as abnormally rapid, deep, or labored breathing?
• What is the normal resting heart rate range for the average adult?
• Tachycardia mainly damages which part of the body?
• When addressing a No. 10 envelope, where should the address be placed?
• In the ventrogluteal approach for an intramuscular injection, which muscle is targeted?
• Which of the following is classified as a parasitic infection?
• In CPR, what signifies that ventilation has been successfully achieved?
• Which blood pressure reading is classified as stage 1 hypertension?
• What is the correct order of tubes needed to collect for an aPTT, stat lytes, and blood cultures?
• What type of information is included in an MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)?
• Information given by a patient to medical personnel that cannot be disclosed without consent constitutes:
• Why is hand antisepsis considered important in a healthcare setting?
• If a physician prescribes a buccal medication, how should the patient take it?
• What does the Right to Know law primarily address?
• What is the best way to handle a "difficult" patient or a "bad" patient?
• What is the main purpose of the DEA in relation to healthcare?
• Which of the following procedures is typically performed by a medical assistant?
• What are the two main actions exhibited by muscles that act on the knee joint?
• Which organ does hepatitis B virus primarily target?
• What hormone is commonly tested for in pregnancy tests?
• Where is the best location to check the pulse of an adult who is unconscious and not breathing?
• Which surgical procedure involves removing the gallbladder?
• Which mode of infection transmission occurs from touching contaminated linens?
• What should a medical assistant do after obtaining an ECG tracing?
• How is pulse pressure calculated correctly?
• Which pulse site is commonly used to measure blood pressure?
• Which type of health insurance is usually sponsored and partially paid by an employer?
• Which body system has the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas as accessory organs?
• Which of the following is an example of a physiologic response to negative stress?
• Which artery is responsible for supplying blood to the heart muscle?
• Which of the following requires all employees to receive workplace hazard training?