Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA Practice Test

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Which of the following characteristics should an MA identify as a symptom of anaphylaxis?

Bradypnea
Bradycardia
Wheezing
Hypertension

The correct answer is: Wheezing

An MA should identify wheezing as a symptom of anaphylaxis. Wheezing is a characteristic sound made by the narrowing of the airways during an allergic reaction, which is a common symptom of anaphylaxis. Bradypnea (abnormally slow breathing), bradycardia (slow heart rate), and hypertension (high blood pressure) are all potential symptoms, but they are not specific to anaphylaxis and may be present in other conditions as well. Therefore, it is important for an MA to focus on the most specific and distinguishing symptom, which is wheezing in this case.