CCMA Exam 2023 with complete solutions.A medical assistant is discussing the purpose of an opiate medication with a patient who
has a new prescription.
... [Show More] Please identify the purpose of this medication as which of the
following? - ANSWER to treat pain; opioids are known as pain relievers.
which of the following dosage forms can be absorbed to slowly create a constant, time
relapsed systemic effect? - ANSWER Transdermal Patches; Drugs are delivered by
transdermal patches, which stick to the skin. They deliver a predefined amount of
medication that is absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin.
When performing a distance visual examination, the medical assistant should have the
patience stand how far from the vision chart? - ANSWER 20 feet; 20/20 vision (hint)
What is the proper angle of needle insertion for performing a venipuncture using the
evacuated tube method with a multi-sample needle? - ANSWER 10 degrees to 15
degrees; angles differ to the method
which of the following outcomes should a medical assistant expect from reinforcing
teaching about a new medication treatment plan with a patient? - ANSWER patient
compliance; In medicine, patient compliance describes the degree to which a patient
correctly follows medical advice. Most commonly, it refers to medication or drug
compliance.
which of the following actions should a medical assistant take when sanitizing
instruments using aseptic technique? - ANSWER Use a metal brush to remove debris
from the instruments
A patient comes into the providers office and reports intimate partner abuse. Which of
the following actions should the medical assistant take to assist this patient? - ANSWER
Provide a list of relevant community organizations
which of the following actions is correct when performing a capillary puncture? -
ANSWER wipe away the 1st few drops of blood after puncturing
The use of antihistamine to relieve allergies is an example of which of the following? -
ANSWER indication; In medicine, an indication is a valid reason to use a certain test,
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