AMCA Medical Knowledge and Clinical Procedures 3

Question 1

Which type of wound closure uses adhesive strips rather than sutures?

Accepted Answer

Steri-Strips

Answer

Steri-Strips are adhesive wound closure strips used for minor lacerations that do not require sutures.

Question 2

When measuring a patient's weight using a balance beam scale, the medical assistant should:

Accepted Answer

Balance the scale to zero before the patient steps on

Answer

The scale must be zeroed before use to ensure an accurate weight measurement.

Question 3

What does the medical abbreviation 'NPO' mean?

Accepted Answer

Nothing by mouth

Answer

NPO stands for 'nil per os,' a Latin term meaning nothing by mouth.

Question 4

Which of the following is a contraindication for performing a venipuncture on a specific arm?

Accepted Answer

Same-side mastectomy or lymph node removal

Answer

A mastectomy with lymph node dissection on the same side increases infection risk and may compromise lymphatic drainage, contraindicating venipuncture on that arm.

Question 5

A patient with a known latex allergy is scheduled for a procedure. What is the medical assistant's priority action?

Accepted Answer

Ensure all latex-containing materials are removed from the room

Answer

All latex-containing items must be identified and removed from the procedure room to prevent an allergic reaction.

(AMCA) American Medical Certification Association Practice Test

(AMCA) American Medical Certification Association Practice Test

AMCA Medical Knowledge and Clinical Procedures 3