CCMA Patient Care 5

Question 1

A patient's blood pressure reading is 158/96 mmHg. The MA should:

Accepted Answer

Repeat the measurement after 5 minutes of rest and report findings to the provider

Answer

A single elevated reading should be confirmed with a repeat measurement after rest, then reported to the provider for clinical interpretation.

Question 2

When assisting a patient with ambulation using a gait belt, the MA should position themselves:

Accepted Answer

Behind and slightly to the patient's weaker side

Answer

Standing at the patient's weaker side allows the MA to provide support and prevent falls toward the affected side.

Question 3

Which action CORRECTLY demonstrates proper hand hygiene technique per CDC guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Scrub hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds

Answer

CDC guidelines require scrubbing all hand surfaces with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to effectively remove pathogens.

Question 4

A patient in a wheelchair needs to be transferred to an exam table. The FIRST step the MA should take is:

Accepted Answer

Lock the wheelchair brakes

Answer

Locking the wheelchair brakes prevents movement during transfer and is the essential first safety step.

Question 5

A patient reports a pain level of 8/10 after a procedure. The MA's PRIORITY action is to:

Accepted Answer

Document the pain level and notify the provider promptly

Answer

Severe pain (8/10) must be promptly documented and reported to the provider who will determine the appropriate intervention.

CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Practice Test