CCMA Practice Test | Full 180 Free Practice Questions

Take this free CCMA Practice Test to prepare fully for the NHA medical assistant exam. The real CCMA exam contains 180 questions from all seven sections. Only 150 are scored, and the remaining 30 questions are pre-tested for future exams. Our CCMA mock test also contains 180 questions from all sections. You can see your score and answer key at the end of this test.

1. Which of the following notifies the provider of a claim denial by an insurance company?

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2. What is the purpose of a modifier when assigning a CPT code?

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3. Where should an MA place the electrode for lead V5?

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4. Which of the following is a proper statement when a patient is irate about a claim denial?

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5. When you need to remove all living microorganisms from an instrument, which of the following methods should you use?

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6. Which of the following positions is appropriate for a pelvic examination?

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7. Which of the following medications is available in a sublingual form?

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8. Which of the following instructions should an assistant give regarding transdermal patch use?

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9. When collecting a urine specimen for a culture and sensitivity test, which technique is recommended to avoid contamination?

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10. You have to apply ointment to a patient's wound. Which should you use to remove the medication from the jar?

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11. After requesting preauthorization for a patient’s referral to a specialist, what is one reason the claim may be denied?

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12. Which action should you take when removing a tick from a patient's leg after a tick bite?

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13. A patient begins to faint as an MA is drawing her blood. What should the MA do?

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14. Pinworms are which of the following microorganisms?

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15. When disposing of a used needle and syringe, what action should the MA take?

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16. What term describes a regular pattern of alternating irregular breathing rates and periods of apnea?

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17. To give informed consent to a medical procedure or course of treatment, a patient must be _ _ _?

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18. Which of the following actions should you take when preparing a patient for a procedure to have a mole excised?

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19. Which of the following actions should the MA take when performing aseptic hand washing?

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20. When performing a capillary puncture, which site is generally preferred for adults?

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21. Which of the following documentation templates is organized by the entity that supplied the data?

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22. Which of the following actions should an MA take when treating a chemical burn?

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23. Visual acuity is:

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24. Which of the following forms indicates when a patient needs a referral and/or follow-up appointment?

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25. Which of the following cell structures is the source of energy for a cell?

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26. Which of the following terms should be documented when a patient reports that she saw blood in her vomit?

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27. Pediculosis is what type of infection?

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28. When coordinating care for a patient with multiple healthcare providers, what is the primary goal of a medical assistant?

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29. Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating the metabolic rate and is produced by the thyroid gland?

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30. Which of the following can be used for an orthopedic exam?

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31. When a new patient visits the office, which of the following should the medical assistant collect?

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32. When measuring the circumference of an infant's head, which of the following actions should you take?

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33. Which of the following is a contraindication for using a patient's arm for venipuncture?

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34. To which of the following specialists should you refer a patient who suffers from fibromyalgia?

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35. Psoriasis can be identified by which of the following characteristics?

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36. When taking blood pressure, you should decrease the pressure in the cuff at a rate of:

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37. When preparing a patient for a physical examination, which of the following should the assistant take first?

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38. Which of the following conditions refers to curvature of the thoracic spine?

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39. Which of the following dressings should the assistant use on a partial-thickness burn?

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40. A patient requests a female provider due to religious convictions, but there isn't one available. Which of the following is an appropriate response?

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41. Which of the following instruments are necessary for a Papanicolaou (Pap) test?

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42. What term describes the relaxation phase of the heart when the chambers fill with blood?

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43. When preparing a patient for Holter monitoring, which of the following actions should be taken?

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44. Which blood component is primarily responsible for carrying oxygen to the tissues in the body?

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45. Which term refers to the deflection from the baseline (isoelectric line) on an EKG representing electrical activity in the heart?

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46. Which of the following does the Patients' Bill of Rights protect an individual from?

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47. When witnessing a patient sign an informed consent, which of the following is the assistant’s responsibility?

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48. When using the SOAP format, which of the following would be found in the assessment section?

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49. When trying to clear debris out of a patient's eye, which of the following actions should the MA take?

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50. When obtaining a rectal temperature, which of the following positions should the patient be placed in?

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51. How long can sterile-wrapped items be safely stored while maintaining sterility?

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52. When administering an intramuscular injection, which of the following actions should the MA take?

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53. How should you communicate with a patient who has moderate hearing loss and reads lips?

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54. When drawing blood, when should the tourniquet be removed?

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55. Oxycodone is which type of medication?

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56. When collecting a 24-hour urine sample, what is the first step?

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57. According to the RACE acronym, what is the first action an assistant should take after discovering a fire?

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58. A medical assistant accidentally discloses a patient’s confidential health information to an unauthorized individual. This incident is an example of a violation of:

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59. When preparing to use a glucometer to measure a patient's blood sugar, which of the following actions should the assistant take?

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60. What does the medical abbreviation "PO" indicate?

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61. You are checking blood pressure and listening with a stethoscope. When should you read the diastolic pressure?

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62. When only a small amount of blood is needed, a capillary puncture may be used. Which of these is the best site for this in a healthy adult?

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63. An EKG tracing shows ventricular fibrillation on an unconscious patient. What action should you take first?

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64. When performing a fingerstick, which of the following should happen first?

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65. Which term describes the ability of myocardial cells to contract when stimulated?

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66. A patient who has a body mass index (BMI) of 23 should be categorized as _ _ _ _?

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67. How can you observe a patient's understanding of insulin administration?

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68. When performing a fecal occult test, which of the following actions should the assistant take?

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69. Which of the following refers to difficulty breathing?

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70. Which of the following is not a patient right granted under HIPAA?

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71. Which of the following should occur before a patient signs an informed consent form?

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72. Pyloric stenosis is a condition of which of the following body systems?

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73. Which of the following enzymes is primarily involved in the breakdown of proteins into peptides during digestion?

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74. How many provisions does HIPAA contain?

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75. Which of the following is an appropriate way to confirm a patient's identity?

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76. When collecting a blood sample, which of the following tubes should be drawn first?

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77. At which of the following times should a medical assistant complete documentation in a patient’s chart?

 

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78. Which of the following is a dissecting instrument?

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79. How many milliliters of medication are in a tablespoon?

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80. Which of the following may manifest in a patient experiencing heatstroke?

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81. How should you put a 7-year-old at ease prior to administering an injection?

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82. Which of the following conditions refers to curvature of the thoracic spine?

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83. What is the term for a patient lying flat on their abdomen, face down?

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84. What type of isolation precautions is most appropriate for managing a patient with tuberculosis?

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85. When preparing a CMS-1500 form, which of the following is required on the form?

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86. Which of the following is the most appropriate site to collect a routine CBC on a 10-month-old infant?

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87. Which is an appropriate response to a patient's inquiry about their health record confidentiality?

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88. Which of the following is the first action the medical assistant should take when a patient shows signs of anaphylaxis?

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89. How should you communicate with a patient who has moderate hearing loss and reads lips?

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90. Which of the following statements by a patient indicate that he/she understands self-administration of insulin injections?

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91. In which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?

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92. What is the appropriate action when a patient is experiencing ventricular fibrillation on an EKG?

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93. Which of the following appointment methods allows flexibility for the most consistent patient flow?

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94. A patient calls in and is nervous about test results. Which is an appropriate response?

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95. Which of the following can be signed by a Medical Assistant?

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96. When performing an ECG, which electrode placement is correct for the V4 lead?

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97. A patient requests a female provider due to religious convictions, but there isn't one available. Which of the following is an appropriate response?

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98. What term describes the pattern of breathing, which varies by age, with infants exhibiting an irregular rhythm and adults having a regular rhythm?

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99. When a patient is scheduled for a surgical procedure, what role does the medical assistant play in pre-operative education?

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100. A medical assistant is preparing to administer a PPD test. Which of the following actions should the MA take?

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101. How many primary digits does a CPT code consist of?

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102. When educating an older patient, which of the following ensures patient understanding?

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103. Which of the following is the correct angle when administering an insulin injection to an obese patient?

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104. Which of the following stages of the cardiac cycle represents ventricular depolarization?

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105. Which of the following techniques should be used when preparing sterilization for hemostats before an invasive procedure?

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106. A medical assistant is preparing 1 g/kg of activated charcoal for a patient who weighs 176 lb. How many grams of charcoal should the assistant prepare?

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107. Which part of the heart is responsible for receiving deoxygenated blood from the body?

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108. When using a POMR (problem-oriented medical record), where should you enter the patient's health history and lab results?

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109. What is the term for the amount of money paid to maintain an active insurance policy?

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110. When controlling bleeding, which of the following should the assistant do?

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111. How should the MA greet a new patient who has arrived late?

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112. Which of the following techniques should be used when bandaging a wound?

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113. Which of the following should be included in the appointment calendar when scheduling a patient?

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114. Stage 2 hypertension can be identified by which of the following blood pressure readings?

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115. When performing a venipuncture, where should the collecting syringe/tube be held in relation to the puncture site?

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116. A difficulty or inability to breath unless in an upright position _ _ _.

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117. Which route is more accurate when checking a patient's temperature?

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118. When educating an older patient, which of the following ensures patient understanding?

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119. Which of the following can interfere with the results of a Pap smear?

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120. When writing a business correspondence using the simplified letter style, which of the following features should you use?

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121. An MA has given a patient an injection, and the patient begins developing an itchy rash with pink lesions. Which term should the assistant use when documenting this occurrence?

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122. What legal document should be in place to allow another person to make healthcare decisions on behalf of a patient if they become unable to do so themselves?

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123. What is the primary purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in a medical office setting?

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124. Which of the following documents is used to record a patient’s medical history, including information about past illnesses, surgeries, and medications?

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125. A patient's hand becomes infected after a medical assistant fails to perform hand hygiene before removing the patient's sutures. Which of the following torts has occurred?

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126. Which of the following techniques should be used when bandaging a wound?

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127. Under what conditions can a medical record be released?

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128. Which of the following is a CLIA-waived laboratory test?

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129. Which of the following conditions refers to the curvature of the thoracic spine?

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130. Which of the following actions should the MA take after splashing a chemical in her eyes?

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131. Which of the following actions should the assistant take when using a height bar to measure a patient’s height?

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132. What is the term for taking a patient’s temperature using an ear thermometer?

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133. Which condition is likely to occur when a patient becomes pale and diaphoretic during a routine venipuncture?

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134. Which non-profit organization provides accreditation to healthcare facilities to ensure quality and safety standards?

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135. Which of the following is NOT true of an extended-release pill?

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136. According to OSHA's guidelines, blood-soiled gauze should be disposed of in which of the following?

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137. When administering eye ointment to a patient, which of the following actions should an MA take?

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138. Which of the following should an assistant report to a provider prior to a patient’s follow-up appointment?

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139. When administering heparin subcutaneously, which of the following actions should the assistant take?

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140. Which organization establishes the guidelines for isolation precautions in healthcare settings?

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141. How does an antitussive work?

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142. How many characters are used to provide the highest level of specificity with an ICD-10-CM code?

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143. What is the most effective method for preventing the spread of infection?

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144. Which of the following describes the dorsal recumbent position?

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145. Which of the following is an example of an external resource that can be utilized for patient care coordination?

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146. What is the correct angle of insertion for administering an intramuscular injection into the deltoid muscle?

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147. Which of the following actions should you take when discussing information with a patient about a new medication the provider prescribed?

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148. You're reviewing a Medicare claim denial and realize the charges exceed the usual, customary, reasonable fees. Which action should you take?

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149. A medical assistant is preparing 1 g/kg of activated charcoal for a patient who weighs 176 lb. How many grams of charcoal should the assistant prepare?

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150. The movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration is known as:

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