NCCT Medical Assistant Clinical Skills 2

Question 1

Which of the following is the correct order of steps when performing a venipuncture?

Accepted Answer

Apply tourniquet, clean site, insert needle, release tourniquet

Answer

The correct order is: apply tourniquet, identify vein, clean the site, then insert the needle and release the tourniquet before withdrawing.

Question 2

A patient's temperature is 101.3°F. This is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Low-grade fever

Answer

A temperature between 99.1°F and 102°F is classified as a low-grade fever in adults.

Question 3

Which position is appropriate for a patient during a pelvic examination?

Accepted Answer

Lithotomy

Answer

The lithotomy position, with hips flexed and feet in stirrups, is used for pelvic examinations.

Question 4

After drawing blood, a medical assistant should apply pressure to the venipuncture site for at least:

Accepted Answer

1–2 minutes

Answer

Applying pressure for 1–2 minutes after venipuncture promotes hemostasis and prevents hematoma formation.

Question 5

Which of the following is used to test near vision acuity?

Accepted Answer

Jaeger card

Answer

The Jaeger card tests near vision acuity by having the patient read text at a standard reading distance.

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