Free CCMA Practice Test 1 | NHA Exam Prep for Certification

Practice CCMA Test 1 includes 40 questions addressing the basic information all medical assistants should know. All the questions are primarily direct and not scenario-based; this test is a good place to begin studying. Consider it a practice round that allows you to check your recall and also identify early, easy areas for improvement.

40 Questions

1. Which document is required before releasing a patient’s medical records for non-treatment purposes, such as to an insurance company?

Medical invoice

HIPAA authorization form

Advance directive

2. Which is the normal range for an adult’s resting heart rate?

40–60 bpm

60–100 bpm

90–120 bpm

100–140 bpm

3. Which position is used for a vaginal examination?

Supine

Sims’

Prone

Lithotomy

4. A patient’s blood pressure is 88/56 mmHg. This is classified as:

Normal

Hypotension

Hypertension

Prehypertension

5. Which needle gauge is most commonly used for intramuscular injections?

18–20 gauge

21–23 gauge

25–27 gauge

14–16 gauge

6. Which term describes rapid breathing?

Bradypnea

Apnea

Dyspnea

Tachypnea

7. What is the primary purpose of the chain of custody in specimen handling?

Prevent contamination only

Document every transfer of the specimen

Reduce lab costs

Speed up lab results

8. Which pulse site is located on the wrist, thumb side?

Carotid

Radial

Brachial

Femoral

9. Which of the following is a fomite?

Raw chicken

Influenza virus

Contaminated door handle

Mosquito

10. Which organ is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen?

Appendix

Liver

Stomach

Spleen

11. The abbreviation “bid” means:

Once a day

Three times a day

Twice a day

Before meals

12. Which instrument is used to view the tympanic membrane?

Laryngoscope

Endoscope

Otoscope

Ophthalmoscope

13. A pulse oximeter measures:

Respiratory rate

Blood pressure

Heart rate

Oxygen saturation

14. Which of the following is a sign of hypoglycemia?

Fever

Flushed skin

Confusion and sweating

Slow heart rate

15. What is the main function of platelets?

Regulate temperature

Transport oxygen

Fight infection

Aid in clotting

16. The correct angle for most subcutaneous injections is:

45 degrees, but sometimes 90 degrees depending on patient and needle length

90 degrees only

10 degrees

15 degrees

17. Which of the following is part of the axial skeleton?

Humerus

Pelvis

Femur

Skull

18. Which lab tube color is typically used for complete blood counts (CBC)?

Green

Lavender

Blue

Red

19. The apical pulse is located at the:

Neck

Midclavicular line, 5th intercostal space

Elbow crease

Wrist

20. Which of the following is a symptom of shock?

Warm, dry skin

Slow breathing

Rapid, weak pulse

High blood pressure

21. Which body system includes the skin, hair, and nails?

Endocrine

Integumentary

Muscular

Skeletal

22. Which of the following terms means “surgical removal of the gallbladder”?

Appendectomy

Cholecystectomy

Gastrectomy

Colectomy

23. Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption?

Vitamin K

Vitamin C

Vitamin A

Vitamin D

24. Which type of fire extinguisher should be used for an electrical fire?

Class C

Class A

Class D

Class B

25. Which wave on an ECG represents ventricular depolarization?

QRS complex

P wave

U wave

T wave

26. Which PPE is required when there is a risk of splashes during a procedure?

Shoe covers only

Mask and gloves

Gown, gloves, and eye or face protection

Gloves only

27. Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?

Liver

Pancreas

Spleen

Kidney

28. Which term refers to a heart rate over 100 beats per minute in adults?

Asystole

Arrhythmia

Tachycardia

Bradycardia

29. Which of the following is a symptom of hyperthyroidism?

Heat intolerance

Slow heart rate

Weight gain

Constipation

30. Which term describes inflammation of the urinary bladder?

Pyelitis

Nephritis

Urethritis

Cystitis

31. What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR with one rescuer?

15:2

10:1

5:1

30:2

32. Which body plane divides the body into equal right and left halves?

Midsagittal

Transverse

Oblique

Frontal

33. Which is the most common site for an intradermal injection?

Forearm

Abdomen

Thigh

Deltoid

34. Which electrolyte is most closely associated with heart function?

Potassium

Chloride

Calcium

Sodium

35. What is the correct procedure after a needlestick injury?

Ignore unless symptoms develop

Apply a bandage only

Wash the area and notify a supervisor immediately

Continue working and report later

36. Which of the following describes the process of listening to body sounds with a stethoscope?

Auscultation

Palpation

Inspection

Percussion

37. Which gland regulates metabolism through the release of T3 and T4 hormones?

Pituitary

Pancreas

Adrenal

Thyroid

38. Which is the correct term for high blood pressure?

Tachycardia

Hyperventilation

Hypertension

Hypotension

39. Which of the following is a normal adult oral temperature range?

97.6–99.6°F

95.5–96.5°F

98.5–100.5°F

96.0–97.0°F

40. Which term describes the body’s ability to maintain internal stability?

Metabolism

Anabolism

Catabolism

Homeostasis

Practice CCMA Test 1 is designed to refresh your basics and identify areas that require quick review. Use it to feel good about your basics and then continue to practice CCMA Test 2 and get a better knowledge check.

Next: CCMA Practice Test 2

FAQs

How can this CCMA practice test help me prepare for the exam?
This test introduces you to real exam-style questions and builds a foundation for CCMA certification.

Is Practice Test 1 aligned with the NHA exam format?
Yes, the questions reflect the structure and difficulty level of the official NHA CCMA exam.

Does this free CCMA practice test include explanations?
Every question comes with the correct answer and a clear explanation to reinforce learning.

How many multiple-choice questions are in this practice test?
There are 40 multiple-choice questions designed for beginner-level exam practice.

Can I take this practice test more than once?
Yes, you can retake it as many times as you’d like to track progress and improve confidence.

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