NHA CCMA ALL ANSWERS CORRECT
Summary of Scenarios and Responses
1. Buccal Tablet Administration - Instruction: "Place the tablet between your gums and cheek." - Rationale: This is how buccal tablets are designed to be absorbed through the mucous membranes in
the mouth.
2. Psoriasis Skin Les...
NHA CCMA ALL ANSWERS CORRECT
Summary of Scenarios and Responses
1. Buccal Tablet Administration
- Instruction: "Place the tablet between your gums and cheek."
- Rationale: This is how buccal tablets are designed to be absorbed through the mucous membranes in
the mouth.
2. Psoriasis Skin Lesions
- Expected Characteristic: Silvery, scaly.
- Rationale: Psoriasis is known for its distinct silvery scale appearance due to rapid skin cell turnover.
3. Patient Provider Preference
- Response: Assist the patient in locating a provider to accommodate the patient's needs.
- Rationale: Respecting the patient’s wishes and religious convictions while providing alternatives
demonstrates patient-centered care.
4. Written Correspondence by Medical Assistant
- Approved Item: A notification letter to a patient about surgery arrangements.
- Rationale: Medical assistants can send correspondence related to patient arrangements as part of
their administrative duties.
5. Legislation for Reporting Patient Neglect
- Legislation: Whistleblower Protection Act.
- Rationale: This act protects employees from retaliation when reporting unsafe practices or patient
abuse.
6. Capillary Collection Indication
- Condition Justification: Previous thromboses.
, - Rationale: Capillary collection is less invasive and preferred in patients with a history of blood clotting
issues.
7. Measuring Infant's Head Circumference
- Action: Place the zero mark of the measuring tape on the infant's forehead.
- Rationale: This ensures an accurate measurement around the widest part of the head.
8. Role in Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)
- Role: Coach the patient through the test.
- Rationale: Medical assistants provide reassurance and instructions, which is critical for accurate
testing.
9. Administrative Office Supplies
- Examples: Letterhead, envelopes, and business cards.
- Rationale: These items fall under administrative supplies used for office communication.
10. Simplified Letter Style in Business Correspondence
- Feature: A subject line in all capital letters.
- Rationale: This is a characteristic of the simplified letter style for clarity.
11. Classification of Dressings and Bandages
- Classification: As clinical supplies.
- Rationale: They are used directly in patient care.
12. Varicella Zoster Virus Transmission
- Mode of Transmission: Airborne.
- Rationale: Varicella (chickenpox) spreads via airborne droplets.
13. Documenting Errors in Medical Records
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