Free NHA CCMA Practice Test

A medical assistant performs a spirometry test on a patient. The first attempt shows a forced vital capacity (FVC) of 3.2 L, but the patient coughed during exhalation. The second attempt yields an FVC of 3.8 L with proper technique. The third attempt yields 3.7 L. Which result should the MA report?

A medical assistant encounters a patient who has sustained a suspected fracture of the forearm after a fall. The area is swollen and deformed. While waiting for the provider, what is the most appropriate initial action?

A medical assistant is setting up a sterile tray for a mole removal procedure. While arranging instruments on the sterile field, the MA accidentally touches the edge of the sterile drape with an ungloved hand. What should the MA do?

A 52-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol asks for dietary guidance. The medical assistant should recognize that which combination of dietary modifications addresses all three conditions?

A medical assistant is reviewing a patient’s chart and reads: “Patient presents with cardiomegaly, thrombocytopenia, and nephropathy.” Which interpretation of these three conditions is correct?

A patient on warfarin therapy asks why the provider also prescribed a diuretic. Which statement best explains the role of the diuretic?

A medical assistant is reviewing the daily schedule and notices that the provider’s afternoon is overbooked with double booking at 2:00 PM, a specialist scheduling referral at 2:30 PM, and three patients waiting from the morning who were not seen. How should the MA prioritize patient flow?

The medical assistant notices that the office’s supply of examination gloves is running low and will likely run out within two days. What is the most appropriate action?

A medical office uses modified wave scheduling. Three patients are scheduled at the top of the 10:00 AM hour, and the rest of the hour is left open. A patient calls requesting an urgent appointment for the same morning. How should the medical assistant handle this request?

A patient presents with excessive thirst, frequent urination, and a blood glucose of 450 mg/dL. The provider suspects diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which pathophysiologic explanation for DKA is the medical assistant most likely to encounter in patient education materials?

The body maintains a stable internal pH through the acid-base balance system. Which of the following correctly describes how the body prevents dangerous pH changes?

A patient with a history of emphysema and chronic bronchitis is being evaluated. These two conditions together are commonly referred to as which disease?

A medical assistant notices signs of possible domestic violence in a patient, including a black eye and fearful behavior when the spouse enters the room. The patient denies any problems when asked. What is the most appropriate action?

A coworker consistently leaves exam rooms unstocked, creating delays for the medical assistant during patient visits. The MA has mentioned it informally without improvement. What is the most appropriate next step?

A patient with limited English proficiency (LEP) arrives for a medical appointment. The patient’s adult child offers to interpret. What is the most appropriate action by the medical assistant to ensure cultural competence and accurate communication?

A diabetic patient tells the medical assistant that she frequently skips her evening insulin dose because she cannot afford the medication. Her last A1C was 9.2%, significantly above the recommended goal. What is the MA’s most appropriate action?

A patient with hypertension asks the medical assistant about the DASH diet that the provider recommended. Which description best explains this dietary approach?

A medical assistant is preparing materials for a well-child visit with a 4-year-old patient. The provider asks the MA to document developmental milestones. Which milestone is expected for this age during the pediatric screening?

An elderly patient presents with a suspicious injury, including a patterned burn on the forearm. The patient appears fearful and avoids eye contact. A family member who accompanies the patient answers all questions on the patient’s behalf. The medical assistant suspects elder abuse. Considering patient confidentiality and mandatory reporting requirements, how should the MA proceed?

A medical assistant notices that a child patient has multiple bruises in various stages of healing, and the parent’s explanation of the injuries is inconsistent with the physical findings. The MA suspects possible domestic violence or child abuse. What is the MA’s legal obligation?

A patient is scheduled for a minor office procedure but tells the medical assistant they are unsure about going through with it. What should the medical assistant do?