SCMA SCMA 5

Question 1

A patient's chart shows a pulse oximetry reading of 91% on room air. The medical assistant should:

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify the provider of the abnormal reading

Answer

SpO2 below 95% is considered abnormal; a reading of 91% indicates possible hypoxemia and requires prompt provider notification for further evaluation.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct method for disposing of a used lancet after a fingerstick blood glucose test?

Accepted Answer

Drop the lancet directly into a sharps container without recapping

Answer

Used sharps including lancets must be dropped immediately and uncapped into an approved puncture-resistant sharps container per OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards.

Question 3

The purpose of the chain of custody protocol when collecting a urine drug screen is to:

Accepted Answer

Maintain a documented, unbroken record of specimen handling from collection to result

Answer

Chain of custody documents every person who handles the specimen, ensuring sample integrity and legal defensibility of results.

Question 4

Which cranial nerve is assessed when testing a patient's ability to smell?

Accepted Answer

Cranial nerve I (Olfactory)

Answer

Cranial nerve I (olfactory) is responsible for the sense of smell and is tested by having the patient identify familiar scents with eyes closed.

Question 5

A patient weighs 198 lbs. What is this patient's weight in kilograms? (1 kg = 2.2 lbs)

Accepted Answer

90 kg

Answer

198 ÷ 2.2 = 90 kg; dividing pounds by 2.2 converts to kilograms, which is required for many medication dosage calculations.

Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Practice Test

Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Practice Test

SCMA SCMA 5