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A medical assistant is obtaining vital signs from a patient and notices an acetone odor on the patient’s breath accompanied by deep, gulping breaths. Which of the following conditions should the assistant suspect and report to the provider?

A medical assistant is speaking with a patient who has mild hearing loss in an examination room. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?

Which of the following steps should a medical assistant take in preparation for obtaining a weight measurement from a patient?

Before performing CPR on an adult patient, a medical assistant should check for the patient’s pulse using the following site? 

 The use of an antihistamine to relieve allergies is an example of which of the following?

A medical assistant is caring for a patient who expresses a desire to donate their organs for scientific study in the event of their death. The assistant should provide the patient with information about which of the following documents?

Which of the following should be reported to the safety team to ensure the medical office is prepared for an emergency?

A medical assistant notices that they made a mistake when documenting in the paper medical chart of a patient. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?

What is the normal range for PR interval on a standard EKG tracing?

A patient is scheduled for a 6 month follow up for diabetes mellitus. Which of the following information should the medical assistant include in the patient’s medical record to ensure comprehensive care?