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NHA Practice Quizzes Flashcards

1
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A patient in a clinic is experiencing symptoms of a myocardial infarction. The provider instructs nitroglycerin. What action does the medical assistant take?

A

place the medication under the patient’s tongue

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During a surgical procedure, a provider requests sterile solution from a medical assistant. What action should the MA take?

A

place a sterile container on the field and pour a small amount of sterile solution into the container

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A MA is performing a suture removal on a patient. What action should the MA take to remove the sutures?

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remove each suture after cutting next to the knot

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A medical assistant is caring for a patient who has conjunctivitis. What should the MA do before performing an eye instillation?

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use gloves to instill medication

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What is an anthropometric measurement that a MA should collect from a 2-year-old child?

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head circumference

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A provider has instructed a medical assistant to prepare a wound for suturing. When performing basic wound care, what should the MA do to ensure proper cleaning of the wound area?

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wipe the center of the wound with an antiseptic swab, moving toward the edges in a circular motion

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What should a MA do to prevent patient accidents in the clinical setting?

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clean a spill on the hallway floor using a towel

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While caring for a patient, a MA notices that the patient is slurring her speech and has developed a slight drooping of one side of her mouth. The assistant should identify these manifestations as what condition?

A

cerebrovascular accident (stroke)

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What is a top priority to receive immediate care?

A

a patient has epistaxis and is taking warfarin

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A provider instructs a medical assistant to position a patient for an examination of the patient’s dorsal cavity. The assistant should place the patient in what position?

A

prone

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A MA is preparing to obtain vital signs from an adult patient during a routine physical examination. What artery should the assistant use to palpate the patient’s pulse?

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radial artery

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What action should a MA take when closing the clinical area at the end of the day?

A

restock medical supplies in the examination rooms

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A MA is preparing a patient for an examination. What is a component of the patient’s medical history?

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chief complaint

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A medical assistant is assisting a provider with an adult patient who sustained a wound from a dirty metal object. What should the MA expect the provider to tell the patient?

A

You should receive a tetanus booster if your last one was administered more than 5 years ago.

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A MA is performing an ear irrigation for a patient. The patient reports dizziness. The MA should recognize this symptom as what?

A

the temperature of the water is too cold

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16
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What factor puts a patient at high risk of developing coronary artery disease?

A

smoking

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What viral disease resulted in an epidemic in the US and presents with symptoms that include weakness and paralysis of muscles, fever, and headache?

A

polio

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What factor puts a patient at high risk of experiencing a cerebrovascular accident? (CVA)

A

sleep apnea

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A MA should recognize that a worldwide, rapidly spreading novel infection can result in what?

A

pandemic

20
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What disease affects about 9% of the population of the US and is characterized by the body’s inability to produce sufficient insulin?

A

diabetes mellitus

21
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A MA is caring for a patient whose dietary choices have resulted in elevated uric acid levels. As a result of these risk factors, the patient is at risk for developing which of the following musculoskeletal disorders?

A

gout

22
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What condition is characterized by the top portion of the stomach protruding through the diaphragm?

A

hiatal hernia

23
Q

What is the clinical purpose of a contrast media in diagnostic imaging?

A

highlights the inner contours of body structures

24
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What is the MA’s primary role in MRI in the medical office setting?

A

instructing a patient about examination preparations

25
Q

A MA recommends the rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) method to a patient who calls the office to report an injury. What injury did the patient sustain?

A

ankle sprain

26
Q

A MA is speaking to a patient who recently underwent a right-sided radical mastectomy and lymphadenectomy. Which is a manifestation of lymphedema?

A

swelling of the right arm

27
Q

What is a risk factor for the development of congestive heart failure? (CHF)

A

chronic hypertension

28
Q

What is a loss of bone density?

A

osteoporosis

29
Q

What disease caused a historical pandemic that led to the creation of the first vaccine?

A

smallpox

30
Q

A low-fiber, high-fat diet is a risk factor for what disease?

A

colorectal cancer

31
Q

A patient has been recently diagnosed with malignant melanoma. When transitioning the patient’s care from a PCP to an oncologist, what is the process called?

A

continuity of care

32
Q

A MA is reviewing the plan of care summary with the adult son of an 81 y/o patient who has dementia. The patient’s son states he is feeling overwhelmed with his mother’s care. What community-based organizations should the MA recommend?

A

adult day care

33
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What is part of the patient-centered medical home model of care?

A

focuses on evidence-based care and shared decision making

34
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A MA is reviewing the chart of a patient who is scheduled for an appointment later that day. What should the MA complete prior to the patient’s appointment?

A

confirm all pertinent information is available

35
Q

A MA should recognize what actions of health coaching?

A

helping the patient find community resources related to health care needs

36
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What community resource should a MA recommend to an elderly patient who lost his partner 3 months ago?

A

organized support groups

37
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What action is important for a MA to take to serve patients effectively?

A

assist the patient with locating appropriate community resources

38
Q

Recognizing patients’ needs and barriers, coordinating care, and identifying resources to meet those needs best describes the responsibilities of what position?

A

patient navigator

39
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What information should a MA include when creating a list of community-based organizations related to a patient’s physical health care needs?

A

physical addresses

40
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A MA is part of a team that is caring for a patient who is being discharged from the hospital. What action should the MA do to contribute to a successful transition of care?

A

provider discontinues all medications started in the hospital and relays the information to the rest of the team

41
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What approach should a MA take when discussing a patient’s compliance to dietary guidelines?

A

maintain an empathetic tone

42
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What describes the purpose of a patient’s discharge summary in a provider’s office?

A

document information necessary for continuity of care

43
Q

A patient-centered medical home has 5 core functions and attributes. What are they?

A
  • accessible care
  • coordinated care
  • quality care
  • comprehensive care
  • patient-centered care
44
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When reviewing a patient’s medical record prior to an appointment with a PCP, it is important for a MA to verify what information?

A

diagnostic test results

45
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A MA is caring for a patient who has a new medication prescription from a provider. What action should the MA take to facilitate patient understanding and medication compliance?

A

review the dosage and administration instructions with the patient

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