Free NCMA Patient Intake and Vital Signs Measurement Questions and Answers

Question 1

A medical assistant is taking the vital signs of an adult patient. Which of the following blood pressure readings is considered within the normal range?

Accepted Answer

118/76 mmHg

Answer

135/85 mmHg

Answer

142/92 mmHg

Answer

90/50 mmHg

Question 2

When measuring a patient's pulse, which of the following is the most commonly used site?

Accepted Answer

Radial artery

Answer

Carotid artery

Answer

Brachial artery

Answer

Femoral artery

Question 3

A patient's respiratory rate is 24 breaths per minute. What is the medical term for this condition?

Accepted Answer

Tachypnea

Answer

Bradypnea

Answer

Apnea

Answer

Dyspnea

Question 4

To ensure an accurate respiratory rate, the medical assistant should measure it:

Accepted Answer

without the patient's awareness.

Answer

while the patient is talking to distract them.

Answer

after informing the patient that their breathing is being checked.

Answer

for 15 seconds and multiply by 6.

Question 5

In the SOAP method of charting, what information is included in the 'S' section?

Accepted Answer

The patient's chief complaint.

Answer

The provider's diagnosis.

Answer

The patient's vital signs.

Answer

The treatment plan and prescriptions.

Question 6

Which measurement is considered the most accurate method for determining body temperature?

Accepted Answer

Rectal

Answer

Oral

Answer

Axillary

Answer

Tympanic