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NAHP NRCMA Exam
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (Page 7 )

Updated On: 7-Feb-2026
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PDF with 201 Questions

A prefix is the of a word.

  1. ending
  2. beginning
  3. meaning
  4. rool

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

A prefix is a group of letters placed at the beginning of a word to modify its meaning. Prefixes can change the word into a different form of the original word, often changing the meaning significantly. For example, the prefix "un-" added to "happy" forms "unhappy," meaning not happy.



Of the following choose the word or words that are incorrectly spelled:
1. Annorcxla 2. Oitltls 3. Legdcr 4. Metabolism

  1. 1.Z3
  2. 1.4
  3. 2.4
  4. 4

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

The incorrectly spelled words are:
Annorcxla should be Anorexia
Oitltls should be Otitis
Legdcr should be Ledger
Metabolism is correctly spelled.


Reference:

"Commonly Misspelled Medical Terms." Medical Terminology Guide, https://www.medicalterminology.guide/misspelled-terms



Drugs used to prevent the clotting of blood are:

  1. analgesics
  2. tranquilizers
  3. anticoagulants
  4. none of the choices

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Anticoagulants are medications that prevent blood from clotting. They are commonly prescribed for conditions like atrial fibrillation, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism to prevent the formation of harmful clots. Examples of anticoagulants include warfarin, heparin, and direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs).
Analgesics: Used to relieve pain.
Tranquilizers: Used to reduce anxiety or induce sleep.


Reference:

"Anticoagulants." MedlinePlus, https://medlineplus.gov/anticoagulants.html



Which of the following groups sponsor TRICARE formerly known as C HAMPUS?

  1. Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  2. Accidental life
  3. Equitable life
  4. U.S. Military

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

TRICARE, formerly known as CHAMPUS (Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Uniformed Services), is a healthcare program for military members, retirees, and their dependents. It is sponsored by the U.S. Military and provides comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and pharmacy services.


Reference:

"TRICARE." Official Website of the Military Health System, https://www.tricare.mil/



Of the following, which could not legally act as an agent for another patient?

  1. the parent of a child
  2. a guardian
  3. a minor for their younger sister
  4. all of the choices

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

A minor typically cannot legally act as an agent for another patient, including their younger siblings, because they are not considered legally competent to make medical decisions. A parent or a legal guardian can act as an agent for a child or a ward, as they have the legal authority to make healthcare decisions on their behalf.


Reference:

"Legal Competence and Informed Consent." American Medical Association, https://www.ama- assn.org/delivering-care/patient-support-advocacy/legal-competence-and-informed-consent



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