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The questions for NCMA were last updated at Nov 23,2024.
- Exam Code: NCMA
- Exam Name: National Certified Medical Assistant
- Certification Provider: NCCT
- Latest update: Nov 23,2024
Question #31
Used sharps should be disposed of in __________.
- A . Ordinary trash
- B . Thick plastic bags
- C . Any sealed container
- D . FDA approved containers
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Every year some institutions will be caught disposing of contaminated sharps in ordinary trash or non-approved containers. This increases the risk of infection for garbage collectors and the general public; never cut corners if it’s your responsibility to dispose of sharps, always insist on an FDA approved container.
D
Explanation:
Every year some institutions will be caught disposing of contaminated sharps in ordinary trash or non-approved containers. This increases the risk of infection for garbage collectors and the general public; never cut corners if it’s your responsibility to dispose of sharps, always insist on an FDA approved container.
Question #32
When taking blood from a newborn baby’s heel, you should not use a lancet longer than __________.
- A . 2.4 mm
- B . 1.8 mm
- C . 2.0 mm
- D . 2.2 mm
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
The recommended longest lancet for taking a blood sample from the heel of a newborn baby is 2.4 mm.
Care should be taken not to take the sample from the back of the heel where the distance from the skin surface to the bone can be as little as 2.33 mm. If in doubt, or if the child is premature or underweight, use a smaller lancet.
A
Explanation:
The recommended longest lancet for taking a blood sample from the heel of a newborn baby is 2.4 mm.
Care should be taken not to take the sample from the back of the heel where the distance from the skin surface to the bone can be as little as 2.33 mm. If in doubt, or if the child is premature or underweight, use a smaller lancet.
Question #33
When choosing a needle for phlebotomy, you must remember that as gauge numbers go up, so the needles get __________.
- A . Shorter
- B . Wider
- C . Narrower
- D . Longer
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
As the gauge number increases so the bore of the needle becomes smaller. Always take special care to select the appropriate needle, or you may cause excessive post-draw bleeding or have to make multiple attempts, both of which will cause distress for your patient.
C
Explanation:
As the gauge number increases so the bore of the needle becomes smaller. Always take special care to select the appropriate needle, or you may cause excessive post-draw bleeding or have to make multiple attempts, both of which will cause distress for your patient.
Question #34
Testing for which of these does not fall under the chain of custody procedures?
- A . Paternity
- B . Evidential DNA
- C . Narcotic urinalysis
- D . Pregnancy
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Chain of custody procedures must be followed for legally sensitive tests. If you’re involved in such tests make sure that all paperwork is correctly filled and that you have correctly signed off your part of the testing to the next person in the chain.
D
Explanation:
Chain of custody procedures must be followed for legally sensitive tests. If you’re involved in such tests make sure that all paperwork is correctly filled and that you have correctly signed off your part of the testing to the next person in the chain.
Question #35
Which of these is the only factor that does not require consideration when placing electrodes for an ECG test?
- A . Patient scars
- B . Patient ethnicity
- C . Patient piercings
- D . Patient stents
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
An ECG test requires a clear flow between electrodes: any thickening of the skin or metal objects may impede this. Do not place electrodes over piercings, scars or stents or in such a way that these elements may interfere with results.
B
Explanation:
An ECG test requires a clear flow between electrodes: any thickening of the skin or metal objects may impede this. Do not place electrodes over piercings, scars or stents or in such a way that these elements may interfere with results.
Question #36
How is it received if a drug is administered transdermally?
- A . Through the skin
- B . Through the mouth
- C . By injection
- D . By suppository
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Some drugs can be administered transdermally via a patch on the skin. This can be a good option for patients who are frightened of needles and for those requiring a steady release of a drug over time.
A
Explanation:
Some drugs can be administered transdermally via a patch on the skin. This can be a good option for patients who are frightened of needles and for those requiring a steady release of a drug over time.
Question #37
What are drugs designed to cause vomiting called?
- A . Diuretics
- B . Anesthetics
- C . Antibiotics
- D . Emetics
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Drugs that cause vomiting are called emetics. They are often used for patients who have deliberately or accidentally consumed harmful substances, or substances in harmful doses, e.g. alcohol, painkillers. When administering an emetic remember the process of vomiting may leave the patient dehydrated and take steps to prevent this.
D
Explanation:
Drugs that cause vomiting are called emetics. They are often used for patients who have deliberately or accidentally consumed harmful substances, or substances in harmful doses, e.g. alcohol, painkillers. When administering an emetic remember the process of vomiting may leave the patient dehydrated and take steps to prevent this.
Question #38
Which of these is not part of the measurement of vital signs?
- A . Temperature
- B . Respiration
- C . Pulse
- D . Sweating
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
The monitoring of vital signs comprises monitoring temperature, respiration and pulse.
However, at the same time as monitoring the vital signs any other abnormal signs should be noted, for example excessive sweating, trembling or incoherence, and reported if necessary.
D
Explanation:
The monitoring of vital signs comprises monitoring temperature, respiration and pulse.
However, at the same time as monitoring the vital signs any other abnormal signs should be noted, for example excessive sweating, trembling or incoherence, and reported if necessary.
Question #39
How should this be reported if a patient is displaying any abnormalities in their vital signs?
- A . On the patient chart
- B . To the patient
- C . To a physician
- D . Any of these
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
All abnormalities in vital signs could be crucial indicators that a patient needs immediate treatment. Any abnormalities must be reported to a physician immediately.
C
Explanation:
All abnormalities in vital signs could be crucial indicators that a patient needs immediate treatment. Any abnormalities must be reported to a physician immediately.
Question #40
When taking a patient’s pulse, you should be able to report on __________.
- A . Rhythm
- B . Rate
- C . Force
- D . All of these
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Taking a patient’s pulse is not simply a matter of counting the beats per minute. You should be able to distinguish between a strong and a weak pulse and to identify any irregularity in the pulse rate (missing beats, sudden acceleration/deceleration etc.).
D
Explanation:
Taking a patient’s pulse is not simply a matter of counting the beats per minute. You should be able to distinguish between a strong and a weak pulse and to identify any irregularity in the pulse rate (missing beats, sudden acceleration/deceleration etc.).
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