問題一覧
1
In addition to receiving a paper copy of their prescription, a patient has requested that the prescription be called in to their pharmacy. After calling the pharmacy, which of the following actions should the medical assistant take to complete this request?
Provide the patient with a copy of the prescription with "Copy only" written on it.
2
A pulse oximeter can register an artificially low oxygen saturation measurement for a patient with which of the following conditions?
Cold fingers
3
A medical assistant is weighing a patient that is 72 kg. Which of the following values is the patient's weight converted to pounds?
158.4
4
Which of the following actions is within the scope of practice for a medical assistant?
Providing first aid procedures
5
Which of the following parts of Medicare covers durable medical equipment (DME)?
Part B
6
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?
Keep the specimens previously collected and draw the PT
7
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?
Double-check the electrodes attachment
8
A medical assistant is collecting a health history from a patient who exhibits moderate hearing loss. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?
The assistant should face the patient and speak clearly.
9
In which of the following quadrants is the gallbladder located?
Right upper quadrant
10
Which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when dealing with an angry patient?
Allow the patient to talk through their anger.
11
A medical assistant is removing sutures from a patient who has a laceration on their left lower leg. After setting up the sterile field, which of the following actions should the assistant
Grasp and lift the knot away from the skin
12
Which of the following is a positive nonverbal behavior?
Leaning towards the other person
13
Which of the following aseptic techniques involves using sound waves to vibrate and cleanse surgical instruments
Ultrasonic sanitization
14
Overwhelming experiences often cause which of the following conditions?
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
15
A medical assistant receives a denial of payment for a patient's cholecystectomy. The reason stated is "preauthorization required." If the provider deems this procedure emergent, which of the following actions should the assistant take?
Submit an appeal for the denied claim.
16
When obtaining a rectal temperature from an infant, which of the following describes how far a medical assistant should insert the probe?
The thermometer should be inserted ½ inch into the rectum.
17
A medical assistant needs to draw a blood glucose level on a patient. Which of the following tubes should they use?
Gray top tube
18
A medical assistant is working with a patient who has a cognitive impairment that causes them to display short-term memory loss. In which of the following ways should the assistant adapt to this barrier?
Provide easy-to-read handouts
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?
Medication allergies
20
Which of the following vaccinations should patients receive at 7 years of age or older?
Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)
21
A patient's ability to walk, groom themselves, bathe, and eat is evaluated by which of the following screenings?
Functional status screening
22
A medical assistant is preparing the exam room for a patient's general physical examination. Which of the following instruments should be available to the provider for the examination?
Otoscope
23
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?
The HIPAA Privacy Rule
24
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?
The specialist provided the service after the expiration date of the preauthorization.
25
An angry patient confronts a medical assistant in the reception area. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take?
Escort the patient to a more private area.