Free NRCMA Exam Braindumps
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant Questions 61–65 (page: 14)

Updated On: 10-Feb-2026

The word indicating the date medical insurance coverage begins is:

  1. exclusionary
  2. lapse
  3. effective
  4. carrier

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

The effective date in medical insurance terminology refers to the date when insurance coverage begins. This is the starting point from which the policyholder is eligible to receive benefits under their insurance plan.
Exclusionary: Refers to conditions or treatments not covered by the insurance. Lapse: Refers to the termination of a policy due to non-payment or other reasons. Carrier: Refers to the insurance company providing the coverage.


Reference:

"Understanding Health Insurance." Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.cms.gov/CCIIO/Resources/Files/Downloads/uniform-glossary-



In order to inflate the blood pressure cuff the valve is turned:

  1. counter-clockwise
  2. not turned
  3. active immunity deficiency sickness
  4. none of the choices

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

In order to inflate the blood pressure cuff, the valve is not turned initially, meaning it should be closed to build up pressure. Once the cuff is inflated to the desired level, the valve is then gradually opened (usually turned counter-clockwise) to slowly release the air and measure the blood pressure.


Reference:

American Heart Association. (n.d.). How to Measure Blood Pressure Using a Manual Monitor.
Mayo Clinic. (n.d.). Blood Pressure Test.



AIDS, are the initials for:

  1. acquired immune deficiency syndrome
  2. arthritic immune deficiency syndrome
  3. clockwise
  4. none of the above

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

AIDS stands for acquired immune deficiency syndrome. It is a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). By damaging the immune system, HIV interferes with the body's ability to fight infections and disease.


Reference:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (n.d.). About HIV/AIDS.
World Health Organization (WHO). (n.d.). HIV/AIDS.



The abbreviation for immediately is

  1. Rx
  2. IMM
  3. IMI
  4. SIAI

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

The abbreviation for immediately is STAT. This term is used in medical contexts to indicate that an action is to be taken immediately, derived from the Latin word "statim."


Reference:

Mosby's Medical Dictionary (10th ed.). (2017). Elsevier. Stedman's Medical Abbreviations, Acronyms & Symbols (5th ed.). (2013). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.



Osteo means:

  1. bone
  2. cartilage
  3. joint
  4. knee

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

The prefix osteo- means bone. This prefix is used in medical terminology to refer to conditions and structures related to bones, such as osteoarthritis (a type of arthritis that affects bones and joints) and osteoporosis (a condition where bones become weak and brittle).


Reference:

Mosby's Medical Dictionary (10th ed.). (2017). Elsevier. Stedman's Medical Dictionary (28th ed.). (2006). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.



Viewing page 14 of 42
Viewing questions 66 - 70 out of 201 questions


Post your Comments and Discuss NAHP NRCMA exam prep with other Community members:

AI Tutor AI Tutor 👋 I’m here to help!