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NAHP NRCMA Exam (page: 5)
NAHP Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant
Updated on: 12-Feb-2026

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NRCMA PDF 201 Questions

If a carotid pulse is taken, it is taken at the:

  1. neck
  2. wrist
  3. back of the knee
  4. temporal region

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

A carotid pulse is taken at the neck. The carotid arteries are located on either side of the neck and supply blood to the brain. To check the carotid pulse, one gently places their fingers on the side of the neck, next to the windpipe.


Reference:

American Heart Association. (n.d.). How to Check Your Pulse.
Mayo Clinic. (n.d.). Carotid Artery Disease.



Ultrasound should not be used for:

  1. muscle strains
  2. tumors
  3. sprains
  4. none of the choices

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Ultrasound should not be used for tumors.
While ultrasound is effective for diagnosing and monitoring many conditions, it is not typically used as a treatment for tumors. Other modalities like surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy are used for tumor treatment.



critical illness resulting in the sudden cessation of kidney function is known as:

  1. renal failure
  2. polycystic kidney
  3. pyelonephritis
  4. spastic colon

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

A critical illness resulting in the sudden cessation of kidney function is known as renal failure. Acute renal failure, or acute kidney injury, can occur suddenly and can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. It requires immediate medical intervention to restore kidney function and maintain overall health.



The word part megalo means:

  1. above
  2. below
  3. large
  4. small

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

The word part megalo- is a prefix that means large or enlarged. It is often used in medical terminology to describe abnormal enlargement of an organ or part, as in megalocardia (enlargement of the heart) or hepatomegaly (enlargement of the liver).


Reference:

"Understanding Medical Words: A Tutorial from the National Library of Medicine." National Library of Medicine, https://medlineplus.gov/appendixa.html



A metabolic bone disorder affecting primarily postmenopausal women and is characterized by the loss of calcium and phosphate from the bone:

  1. scoliosis
  2. kyphosis
  3. osteoporosis
  4. sprain

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Osteoporosis is a metabolic bone disorder characterized by the loss of bone density and strength due to the depletion of calcium and phosphate. This condition primarily affects postmenopausal women because the decrease in estrogen levels during menopause accelerates bone loss. Osteoporosis makes bones more fragile and susceptible to fractures.
Scoliosis: A sideways curvature of the spine.
Kyphosis: An excessive outward curvature of the spine, leading to a hunchback appearance.



The type of physician that would diagnose and treat diseases and malfunctions of the glands of internal secretion is a(n).

  1. Gynecologist
  2. Gastroenterologist
  3. Endocrinologist
  4. Urologist

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

An Endocrinologist is a physician specializing in diagnosing and treating diseases and malfunctions of the endocrine glands, which secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. These glands include the thyroid, adrenal, pancreas, pituitary, and others. Endocrinologists manage conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances.

Gynecologist: Specializes in women's reproductive health. Gastroenterologist: Specializes in the digestive system. Urologist: Specializes in the urinary system and male reproductive organs.


Reference:

"What is an Endocrinologist?" Hormone Health Network, https://www.hormone.org/your-health- and-hormones/what-is-an-endocrinologist



The collar bone, a slender bone, one on each side of the body, connecting the breastbone to each shoulder is called the:

  1. scapula
  2. acromion
  3. clavicle
  4. none of the above

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

The clavicle, commonly known as the collar bone, is a slender bone that runs horizontally between the top of the breastbone (sternum) and the shoulder blade (scapula) on each side of the body. It serves as a strut to keep the scapula in place, allowing the arm to hang freely. Scapula: Also known as the shoulder blade, located at the back.
Acromion: The bony process on the scapula.


Reference:

"Clavicle Anatomy." MedlinePlus, https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002307.htm



Which of the following needles has the widest lumen?

  1. 19 gauge
  2. 421 gauge
  3. #22 gauge
  4. #26 gauge

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

The gauge of a needle refers to its diameter, with a lower gauge number indicating a larger diameter. Therefore, a 19 gauge needle has the widest lumen among the options given. It is commonly used for rapid blood transfusions or for drawing viscous fluids.
21 gauge: Smaller lumen than 19 gauge.
22 gauge: Smaller lumen than 21 gauge.
26 gauge: Smallest lumen of the options listed.


Reference:

"Needle Gauge Chart." American Society for Apheresis, https://www.apheresis.org/Needle-Gauge- Chart



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