AMCA Practice Exam: Questions &
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What is the best way to address an elderly patient?(Ans- Mr. or Mrs.
When calling a facility to schedule a patient, what is the most important factor to remember?(Ans- To maintain patient confidentiality
After how many minutes after a patient has missed an appointment, should the medical assistant call to reschedule?(Ans- 15
Which of the following schedules methods books several patients around the same time?(Ans- Cluster booking
Which temperature site would give the highest normal values?(Ans- Rectal
Which of the following describes the patient's chief complaint?(Ans- The main reason the patient is seeking care that day
The selection of one of the three available blood pressure cuff sized depends on which of the following criteria?(Ans- Weight of the patient/size of the arm
What is latex sensitivity a type of?(Ans- Allergic reaction
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What is the scrubbing of instruments with special brushes and detergent to remove blood, mucous, etc.?(Ans- Sanitization
What is the process that involves a soaking or wiping process and inhibits the activity of disease-causing organisms?(Ans- Disinfecting
What is the process used for supplies that would come in contact with internal body tissue or an open wound, that involves the use of heat (steam) and an autoclave?(Ans- Sterilization
You are taking vitals on a patient and they complain that they have dizziness every once in a while. What type of symptom is this?(Ans- Subjective
Which procedure that requires intervention should be documented for patient reference?(Ans- Clinical Procedure
The immune system protects the body from which of the following?(Ans- Disease and infection
A procedure for filling insurance claims would be found under which policies section of the procedure manual?(Ans- Administrative
What is the proper sequence for CPR?(Ans- Circulation, airway, breathing
What is the general term for a surgical suture?(Ans- Ligature
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