NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) practice questions
205 free questions with answers and explanations.
- 201.A medical assistant is preparing to administer an oral medication to a patient. The order states 'Medication X, 1 tablet PO BID'. What does 'PO' indicate regarding the route of administration?Foundational Knowledge and Basic Science
- 202.A medical assistant is preparing to perform a venipuncture on a patient. The patient has large, visible veins but reports a history of feeling faint during blood draws. Which of the following positions should the medical assistant instruct the patient to take?Clinical Patient Care
- 203.A medical assistant is educating a patient about collecting a 24-hour urine specimen. Which of the following instructions should the medical assistant provide regarding the first void of the collection period?Clinical Patient Care
- 204.A medical assistant is preparing to perform a rapid strep test using a throat swab. After collecting the specimen, which of the following steps should the medical assistant take next?Clinical Patient Care
- 205.A medical assistant is performing an electrocardiogram (ECG) on an adult patient. The patient has excessive chest hair. Which of the following actions should the medical assistant take to ensure proper electrode adhesion and minimize artifact?Clinical Patient Care