CMA
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10 sample questions for the CMA, with the correct answer and an explanation for each. No account needed. Try each one before you open the answer.
Sections covered on the exam: Vitalsigns, Medicalterminology, Patientinterviewanddocumentation, Health,Wellness,Andscreening, Clinical Workflow: Patient Intake and Discharge, Nutrition, Infectiousdiseases, Hazardmanagement, Qualityassuranceandofficesafety, Physicalexamination, Procedures, Woundclassificationsystems, Woundhealing,Preparation,Andcleansing, Procedures and Examinations, Instrumentsterilization, Laboratoryproceduresandspecimencollection, Principlesofpharmacology, Medicationadministration,Dosage,Andstorage, Immunizations, Legalandethicalissues, Therapeuticcommunication, Griefandloss, Patienteducation, Officeandtelephonecommunication, Professionalism, Billing, Coding, and Insurance, Scheduling, Medicalreception, Healthinformationmanagement, Recordkeeping, Safety and Infection Control, Communication and Professionalism.
Question 1 · Vitalsigns
A medical assistant records a patient’s blood pressure as 142/90 mmHg. How should this reading be classified?
Answer: C. Stage 2 Hypertension
Under the ACC/AHA categories, stage 2 hypertension is a systolic pressure of 140 mmHg or higher or a diastolic pressure of 90 mmHg or higher. A reading of 142/90 meets both thresholds, so it is stage 2 hypertension, not stage 1 (130–139 or 80–89).
Question 2 · Infectiousdiseases
A patient diagnosed with hepatitis A most likely contracted it through:
Answer: A. Fecal-oral route from contaminated food or water
Hepatitis A is typically spread via the fecal-oral route, often through contaminated food or water.
Question 3 · Procedures
What does the “P wave” on an ECG represent?
Answer: C. Atrial depolarization
The P wave indicates atrial depolarization, or the electrical activity that triggers atrial contraction.
Question 4 · Principlesofpharmacology
What term describes the study of how drugs move through the body?
Answer: B. Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetics focuses on the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs.
Question 5 · Professionalism
Which action should be taken if a medical assistant witnesses unethical behavior by a coworker?
Answer: A. Report it to the supervisor or compliance officer
Unethical conduct must be reported through appropriate internal channels to protect patients and uphold standards.
Question 6 · Vitalsigns
Which of the following pulse sites is located on the thumb side of the wrist?
Answer: C. Radial
The radial artery, located on the thumb side of the wrist, is commonly used for measuring pulse.
Question 7 · Infectiousdiseases
Which type of microorganism causes athlete’s foot?
Answer: D. Fungus
Fungi cause athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), commonly affecting moist areas like feet.
Question 8 · Procedures and Examinations
A wandering baseline on an ECG strip is most likely caused by:
Answer: D. Patient movement or loose electrodes
A wandering baseline is often due to patient movement, poor skin contact, or loose electrodes.
Question 9 · Principlesofpharmacology
A drug that blocks the action of another substance is called a(n):
Answer: A. Antagonist
An antagonist blocks or inhibits the effects of other substances at receptor sites.
Question 10 · Professionalism
Why is cultural sensitivity important in a healthcare setting?
Answer: C. It ensures respectful, effective care for diverse populations
Understanding and respecting cultural differences improves communication and patient satisfaction.
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