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It contains 125 scored items, 25 unscored pretest  \nitems, and candidates are allowed three (3) hours to complete the examination. This certification examination is comprised of 92% standard, 4-option multiple-choice items and 8% alternative items (e.g., Drag and Drop, Multi-Select, Hotspot) .  \nNumber of Scored Items Content Categories  \n18 1 Pharmacology and General Medical Knowledge  \n1 Apply basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology.  \n2 Recognize and interpret commonly used medical terminology.  \n3 Recognize common drug classifications (e.g., beta blockers, statins, diuretics) .  \n4 Identify commonly used medications by generic and brand names.  \n5 Understand the “Rights” of medication use.  \n6 Consult pharmaceutical desk references to check medications.  \n7 Perform basic medication-related calculations.  \n8 Recognize general indications for common therapeutic medications used (e.g., insulin for diabetics, etc. ) .  \n9 Prepare and administer medication using various routes (e.g., subcutaneous, intramuscular, oral) .  \n10 Recognize common signs and symptoms of medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension) .  \n72 2 Clinical Medical Procedures  \n15 A Infection Control and Safety  \n1 Follow CDC Standard Precautions and transmission precautions (e.g., airborne, contact, droplet, hand hygiene) .  \n2 Implement cleansing, disinfection, and sterilization of exam rooms and equipment.  \n3 Follow patient isolation procedures (e.g., radiation, reverse, TB) .  \n4 Use personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, gown, mask) .  \n5 Practice safe patient handling/transfer procedures when using medical equipment and supplies (e.g., lock wheels, gait/transfer belts, exam table) .  \n6 Practice safe body mechanics and ergonomics to prevent injuries (e.g., lifting, sitting) .  \n7 Perform general medical and surgical asepsis.  \n8 Handle and dispose of chemicals and biohazardous waste.  \n9 Respond to emergency situations (e.g., fire, biological hazard) .  \n10 Recognize and respond to adverse reactions and medical events.  \n11 Follow post-exposure guidelines (e.g., needlestick, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids) .  \n32 B Patient Intake and Care  \n1 Identify the patient.  \n2 Adapt care to patients with special considerations (e.g., persons with physical and intellectual disabilities) .  \n3 Perform adult and pediatric height, weight, and BMI measurements (e.g., standing, wheelchair) .  \n4 Take a patient history.  \n5 Document medically-relevant aspects of patient care in the patient record.  \n6 Obtain patient vital signs.  \n7 Recognize and report abnormal screening results (e.g., blood pressure, pulse oximetry) .  \n8 Perform vision screening tests (e.g., Snellen, Ishihara, Pelli-Robson) .  \n9 Position the patient for an exam or procedure (e.g., Fowler’s, lithotomy) .  \n10 Assist the provider with patient examinations (e.g., physical, gynecological) .  \n11 Assist with minor surgical procedures (e.g., skin prep, laceration, cryotherapy) .  \n12 Perform basic wound care and dressing changes.  \n13 Assist with immobility support/splint applications (e.g., elastic bandage, wrist splint, casting) .  \n14 Assist with respiratory tests and medication administration (e.g., oxygen therapy, spirometry, nebulizer) .  \n15 Demonstrate safe medication preparation, administration, and documentation (e.g., route, types of injections, injection sites) .  \n16 Perform suture and staple removal.  \n17 Perform ear lavages and eye irrigations.  \n18 Instruct patients in specimen collection (e.g., 24-hour urine, clean catch, stool, sputum) .  \n19 Perform CLIA-waived point of care testing (POCT) (e.g., urinalysis dip stick, strep, pregnancy test, glucose) .  \n20 Collect specime","cbCaitlAjhCNdrtV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitlAjhCNdrtV","pdf",597745,"English","# National Certified Medical Assistant\n## Detailed Test Plan\n## Effective and reference details\n## Exam structure and item types\n## Scored item content categories\n### Pharmacology and General Medical Knowledge\n### Clinical Medical Procedures\n### Infection Control and Safety\n### Patient Intake and Care\n### Phlebotomy\n### ECG","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the NCMA detailed test plan?\",\"answer\":\"It reflects results of a national job analysis study that identified critical job competencies to be tested in the NCMA certification examination.\"},{\"question\":\"How long do candidates have to complete the examination, and how is the exam item mix structured?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates are allowed three hours. 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