CMA General Practice 3

Question 1

A patient signs a form allowing the release of medical records to their insurance company. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Authorization for release of information

Answer

A signed release of records is specifically an authorization for release of protected health information under HIPAA.

Question 2

Which of the following is a sign of anaphylaxis requiring immediate emergency action?

Accepted Answer

Throat swelling with difficulty breathing

Answer

Throat swelling (angioedema) with dyspnea indicates anaphylaxis — a life-threatening allergic reaction requiring epinephrine.

Question 3

The normal adult respiratory rate range is:

Accepted Answer

12–20 breaths/min

Answer

Normal adult respiratory rate (eupnea) is 12–20 breaths per minute.

Question 4

A medical assistant accidentally sticks themselves with a used needle. The FIRST action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Wash the site with soap and water

Answer

Immediate washing with soap and water is the first response to a needlestick to reduce infection risk.

Question 5

Which of the following is the correct needle gauge for an intradermal injection?

Accepted Answer

25–27 gauge

Answer

Intradermal injections use a 25–27 gauge needle inserted at a 5–15° angle into the dermis.

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