SCMA SCMA 3

Question 1

A medical assistant notes that a patient's urine dipstick shows 2+ glucose and 1+ ketones. These findings are most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus

Answer

Glucosuria combined with ketonuria is a classic finding in uncontrolled or poorly managed diabetes mellitus, indicating the body is breaking down fat for energy.

Question 2

When scheduling a patient for a fasting lipid panel, the medical assistant should instruct the patient to fast for:

Accepted Answer

8-12 hours

Answer

A fasting lipid panel requires 9–12 hours of fasting (no food, only water) to ensure accurate triglyceride and LDL cholesterol measurements.

Question 3

Which schedule classification under the DEA applies to drugs with accepted medical use but a high potential for abuse, such as oxycodone?

Accepted Answer

Schedule II

Answer

Schedule II drugs (e.g., oxycodone, fentanyl, amphetamines) have accepted medical use but carry a high potential for severe psychological or physical dependence.

Question 4

A patient presents with a laceration requiring sutures. After cleaning the wound, the provider asks the MA to set up a sterile field. The MA accidentally touches the sterile drape with an ungloved hand. The correct action is:

Accepted Answer

Replace the sterile drape and re-establish the sterile field

Answer

Any contact with a sterile field by an unsterile surface renders it contaminated; the entire drape must be replaced to maintain sterility.

Question 5

Which of the following is a common side effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors that should be reported to the provider?

Accepted Answer

Dry persistent cough

Answer

A dry, persistent cough is a well-known side effect of ACE inhibitors caused by accumulation of bradykinin in the airways.

Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Practice Test

Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Practice Test

SCMA SCMA 3