NHA MA Final Exam Prep: Ready-to-
Pass Edition.
When a patient is in the examination room, what should the MA identify as the main priority?
Providing privacy for the patient
What assessment technique is required to identify swelling, masses, or lumps?
Palpation
What assessment technique is used to check the maxillary sinuses?
Inspection
What is the role of the MA in creating growth charts for pediatric patients?
Indicate patient measurements on the growth chart
What vaccine should a pediatric patient receive at birth?
Hep B
what eye disorder occurs as a result of the cornea or lens of the eye having an irregular shape?
Astigmatism
What manipulation of the eye should be performed to administer eye drops?
Pull the lower lid down
When performing an Ishihara test, what amount of time should be provided to the patient to state
the number on the plate?
3 seconds
What is considered a risk when performing ear irrigation?
Puncture of the tympanic membrane (ear drum)
What method should the MA use to position the ear when performing an ear irrigation on an adult?
Pull the pinna of the ear up and back
What is the function of the cardiac conduction system?
Transmit electrical impulses
In what way might an arrhythmia affect the body?
Blood may not be circulated adequately
, What is the purpose on an EKG?
To trace and document the heart's electrical activity
What does the EKG lead "RA" stand for?
Right arm
V1-V6 leads are placed where on the body?
Surrounding the anatomical location of the heart
What is the importance of testing the function of the respiratory system?
To be sure it can provide enough oxygen for bodily functions
What is the goal of conducting spirometry testing?
To determine the volume of air a person is able to exhale from their lungs
What pulmonary disorder results in a collection of fluid around the lungs that restricts breathing?
Pulmonary edema
What is the main role of the MA during a pelvic exam?
Helping the patient relax and feel at ease during the exam
What gynecologic infection is viral and can remain dormant for years and cause painless genital
warts?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
What is a common reason for obtaining a clean-catch urine sample?
To test the urine for blood, infections, or proteins
What sort of instructions should the MA provide to a patient to obtain a clean-catch urine sample?
Move the specimen cup into place after the stream has begun
Which body system responds to allergic reactions?
Immune system
What minor inflammatory response can indicate an allergic reaction?
Skin rash
What allergy test is used to determine if a particular substance is causing an allergic reaction?
Patch test
What treatment is commonly used for severe allergic reactions?
Epinephrine injections
Pass Edition.
When a patient is in the examination room, what should the MA identify as the main priority?
Providing privacy for the patient
What assessment technique is required to identify swelling, masses, or lumps?
Palpation
What assessment technique is used to check the maxillary sinuses?
Inspection
What is the role of the MA in creating growth charts for pediatric patients?
Indicate patient measurements on the growth chart
What vaccine should a pediatric patient receive at birth?
Hep B
what eye disorder occurs as a result of the cornea or lens of the eye having an irregular shape?
Astigmatism
What manipulation of the eye should be performed to administer eye drops?
Pull the lower lid down
When performing an Ishihara test, what amount of time should be provided to the patient to state
the number on the plate?
3 seconds
What is considered a risk when performing ear irrigation?
Puncture of the tympanic membrane (ear drum)
What method should the MA use to position the ear when performing an ear irrigation on an adult?
Pull the pinna of the ear up and back
What is the function of the cardiac conduction system?
Transmit electrical impulses
In what way might an arrhythmia affect the body?
Blood may not be circulated adequately
, What is the purpose on an EKG?
To trace and document the heart's electrical activity
What does the EKG lead "RA" stand for?
Right arm
V1-V6 leads are placed where on the body?
Surrounding the anatomical location of the heart
What is the importance of testing the function of the respiratory system?
To be sure it can provide enough oxygen for bodily functions
What is the goal of conducting spirometry testing?
To determine the volume of air a person is able to exhale from their lungs
What pulmonary disorder results in a collection of fluid around the lungs that restricts breathing?
Pulmonary edema
What is the main role of the MA during a pelvic exam?
Helping the patient relax and feel at ease during the exam
What gynecologic infection is viral and can remain dormant for years and cause painless genital
warts?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
What is a common reason for obtaining a clean-catch urine sample?
To test the urine for blood, infections, or proteins
What sort of instructions should the MA provide to a patient to obtain a clean-catch urine sample?
Move the specimen cup into place after the stream has begun
Which body system responds to allergic reactions?
Immune system
What minor inflammatory response can indicate an allergic reaction?
Skin rash
What allergy test is used to determine if a particular substance is causing an allergic reaction?
Patch test
What treatment is commonly used for severe allergic reactions?
Epinephrine injections
