NRCMA Practice Questions

Persons who are unable to pay for medical care or who have dependent children may apply for

Medicaid. Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some

people with limited income and resources. It provides benefits not typically covered by Medicare,

including long-term care and personal care services.

Tendons are strong, fibrous connective tissues that attach muscles to bones, enabling movement.

They transmit the force generated by muscle contractions to the bones, allowing the skeleton to

move. Tendons are composed mainly of collagen fibers, which give them strength and flexibility.

Unlike ligaments, which connect bones to other bones, tendons connect muscles to bones. Common

tendons include the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, and the

patellar tendon, which connects the quadriceps muscle to the patella (kneecap).

Large amounts of injectable medication, at least 2 ml or more, are given intramuscularly.

Intramuscular (IM) injections are administered into the muscle tissue, which allows for a larger

volume of medication to be absorbed more rapidly than subcutaneous or intradermal routes.

Common sites for IM injections include the deltoid, gluteus, and vastus lateralis muscles.

Reference:

Clinical Procedures for Medical Assistants by Kathy Bonewit-West

Injection Techniques in Musculoskeletal Medicine by Stephanie Saunders and Steve Longworth

The term self refers to auto. This prefix is used in medical terminology to denote self or same, as

seen in words like autoimmune (where the immune system attacks the body's own cells) and autopsy

(self-examination of a body after death).

Reference:

Mosby's Medical Dictionary (10th ed.). (2017). Elsevier.

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

The word part meaning white is "leuko." It is used in medical terms to refer to white or white blood

cells, such as in "leukocyte," which is a white blood cell. The prefix "leuko-" is derived from the Greek

word "leukos," meaning white.

Reference:

Medical Terminology: The Language of Health Care by Marjorie Canfield Willis

Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary

The facial bones that compose the lower jaw are referred to as the mandibular bones. The mandible,

or lower jawbone, is the largest and strongest bone of the face. It holds the lower teeth in place and

is the only movable bone of the skull. Reference: Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant

study materials, anatomy textbooks.

Tendonitis is an inflamed condition of the tendon and tendon muscles. It is often caused by overuse

or injury and can result in pain, swelling, and impaired movement. Common areas affected by

tendonitis include the shoulders, elbows, wrists, and heels. Reference: Nationally Registered

Certified Medical Assistant study materials, musculoskeletal disorder

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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

Tissues are composed of cells. A tissue is a group of similar cells that perform a specific function.

There are four primary types of tissues in the human body: epithelial, connective, muscle, and

nervous tissues. Each type of tissue has a distinct structure and function that contributes to the

overall physiology of the body.

Reference:

Junqueira's Basic Histology: Text and Atlas by Anthony L. Mescher

Human Anatomy & Physiology by Elaine N. Marieb and Katja Hoehn

Normal oral temperature of 98.6°F is equivalent to 37.0°C. This conversion is based on the formula

for converting Fahrenheit to Celsius: C=(F−32)×59\text{C} = (\text{F} - 32) \times

\frac{5}{9}C=(F−32)×95 . Maintaining accurate temperature readings is important for diagnosing and

monitoring various medical conditions.

Reference:

Clinical Methods: The History, Physical, and Laboratory Examinations by Walker, Hall, and Hurst

Temperature and Vital Signs Monitoring in Clinical Practice