Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) Practice Exam

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The part of the syringe and the needle that may be touched is called

  1. The plunger

  2. The needle tip

  3. The outside of the barrel

  4. The inside of the barrel

The correct answer is: The outside of the barrel

The plunger (A) is usually operated using one's fingers and is therefore often touched during use. The needle tip (B) is the sharp end of the needle that should not be touched as it can cause injury and contamination. The inside of the barrel (D) should also not be touched in order to maintain cleanliness and avoid contamination. The outside of the barrel (C) is the only part of the syringe and needle that can be touched without causing harm or risking contamination, hence it is the correct answer.

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