National Certified Medical Assistant

Here you have the best Test Prep NCMA practice exam questions

  • You have 200 total questions across 40 pages (5 per page)
  • These questions were last updated on March 20, 2026
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Question 1 of 200
If a patient makes his/her condition worse by ignoring medical advice, that may be considered __________.
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Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is B.

When a patient ignores medical advice, for example does not take prescribed drugs, and so makes his/her condition worse, that may be considered contributory negligence.
This means some responsibility for the deterioration lies with the patient, and may count in favor of a medical practitioner in a lawsuit.
Question 2 of 200
Which of these can be reported to relevant authorities without a patient's consent?
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Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is C.

In most circumstances the right of the patient to confidentiality is paramount.
That means his/her consent to confidential information being released must be obtained.
However, in the case of gunshot wounds, information may be passed to law enforcement agencies even if the patient should not wish this to happen.
Question 3 of 200
What should be placed in the top right hand corner in a business letter?
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Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is B.

Business letters should be laid out with the sender's address at the top right, the recipient's address below that on the left, any reference number below that, then the date, then the salutation.
Obviously if using headed paper with an address on it there is no need to repeat this.
Question 4 of 200
The best passwords for computers are __________.
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Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is A.

Computer passwords are there to protect patient data so they should be as difficult to bypass as possible.
Don't use names, birthdays, favorite teams etc.: use a random string of numbers, symbols and letters. Try to memorize it rather than writing it down.
Change your password as often as your systems administrator recommends.
Question 5 of 200
If a patient cancels an appointment it is essential that you __________.
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Suggested Answer

The suggested answer is A.

A patient may cancel an appointment for many reasons and sometimes may forget to reschedule, which could result in them missing vital treatment.
Always ask if they need to reschedule and if in doubt consult with the appropriate physician.

About the Test Prep NCMA Certification Exam

About the Exam

The Test Prep NCMA (National Certified Medical Assistant) validates your knowledge and skills. Passing demonstrates proficiency and can boost your career prospects in the field.

How to Prepare

Work through all 200 practice questions across 40 pages. Focus on understanding the reasoning behind each answer rather than memorizing responses to be ready for any variation on the real exam.

Why Practice Exams?

Practice exams help you familiarize yourself with the question format, manage your time, and reduce anxiety on the test day. Our NCMA questions are regularly updated to reflect the latest exam objectives.