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MED 160
Review 1 & 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Administrative and clinical medical assistants take classes which include: | All of these are correct - medical terminology, externship, medical ethics |
| Using all of the knowledge and skills obtained in a medical assisting program in an actual office setting is called a/an: | externship |
| By completing all work on time, showing up for work promptly, and showing patients respect, the medical assistant exhibits: | professionalism |
| Adapting easily to change proves the medical assistant has: | flexibility |
| Communicating in an assertive and non-threatening way to all people in and out of a medical office is called: | diplomacy |
| When the medical assistant offers to help an associate so that all work is completed in a timely manner, the MA is exhibiting: | team work |
| A multiskilled medical assistant can: | All of these are correct - work in several areas of the office, reduce the office's bottom line, increase employment opportunities |
| The physician will begin to see patients in 20 minutes. Jane proves she is __________blank by helping in the clinical area until the clinical medical assistant shows for work. | flexible and multiskilled |
| Why is graduation from an accredited medical assisting program important? | All of these are correct -You will gain more respect from your medical assisting peers. It shows that you have attended and graduated from a nationally recognized program. It lends credibility to your ability to perform the duties of a medical assistant. |
| The ability to meet with and talk to colleagues met through membership in a professional organization is called: | networking |
| An externship is: | a type of practical work experience |
| When a medical assistant pays attention to detail, it means he: | is very accurate in his work |
| The ability to build social and professional alliances is called: | networking |
| The purpose of completing an externship is to: | obtain work experience as a medical assistant |
| Julie is a new medical assistant who has just been hired at a clinic in Pennsylvania. What is the best way for Julie to determine the scope of practice for medical assistants in this state? | search online with keywords “Pennsylvania” and “medical assistant scope of practice” |
| A medical assistant who fails to provide patient care that would ordinarily be provided by an average, prudent healthcare provider in a given situation may be accused of failing to follow his | standard of care |
| Patrick is a medical assistant who works on a nursing floor at the local hospital. In his role as patient navigator, Patrick’s duties include | helping a patient find out who to talk to about the hospital bill |
| A clinical medical assistant is responsible for: | venipuncture |
| The medical assistant assists the patients in a triaged manner. She is exhibiting: | calmness in a crisis |
| If a medical assistant attempts to diagnose a patient, he is working: | outside of his scope of practice |
| The RMA exam is divided into knowledge areas which include: | general, clinical, and administrative |
| A patient has just learned she has a terminal illness. The medical assistant would show __________blank towards the patient. | empathy |
| One advantage of hiring a multiskilled professional for the medical office is to: | reduce overhead in the office |
| The AAMA requires that CMA(AAMA) members obtain 60 continuing education credits every __________blank years. | 5 |
| The CMA certification is awarded by: | AAMA |
| The CMA (AAMA) exam is divided into knowledge areas which include: | general, clinical, and administrative |
| What might a student learn in a medical assisting program? | None of these are correct -How to perform physical examinations - How to prescribe medications - How to diagnose patients |
| Who collects payments from patients after their visit with the physician? | The administrative medical assistant |
| She tells him that the scope of practice for medical assistants in these two states is different and advises him to review his scope of practice in the state of New Jersey. How might Brad go about this? | Search online with keywords “New Jersey” and “medical assistant scope of practice” |
| The set of procedures that a medical assistant can perform and the actions that she can take under the terms of her professional license and training are her | Scope of practice |
| A medical assistant who helps a patient overcome barriers so that the patient can receive a timely diagnosis and treatment is fulfilling her role as a | Patient navigator |
| The organization that offers certifications for medical assistants, laboratory technologists, dental assistants, and medical administrative specialists is the: | AMT |
| Professionalism | Exhibiting courteous, conscientious, and a generally businesslike manner at all times |
| Diplomacy | Communicating in a way that is not offensive and expresses and inspires cooperation |
| Self-Motivation | Offering assistance with work that needs to be done even if it is not your assigned job |
| Flexibility | Ability to adapt to changes and handle them with professionalism |
| Empathy | Putting yourself in someone else's shoes |
| Critical thinking skills | The ability to evaluate and solve problems |
| Detail-oriented | The ability to pay attention to minute aspects of a task |
| Empathy | Placing yourself in the "shoes" of someone else |
| Flexibility | The ability to adapt to ever-changing situations |
| Self-motivation | Having the initiative to work without supervision |
| Professionalism | Showing respect and courtesy to staff and patients |
| Attitude | Having a positive and caring appearance |
| Integrity | Honesty, reliability, and dependability |
| Diplomacy | The ability to communicate in a non-offensive manner |
| Team member | Taking on additional job responsibilities to assist other staff members |
| The two accrediting agencies recognized by the Department of Education are | ABHES and CAAHEP |
| The medical association that sets the minimum competencies for a CMA is the | American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) |
| Besides the CMA and RMA, other certifications such as EKG technician, Phlebotomy technician and Billing & Coding Specialist can be obtained through the | National Healthcareer Association |
| Externships | are the opportunity for medical assisting students to gain real-world experience. |
| accreditation | Graduating from an officially recognized school of medical assisting means the school has gone through a process known as |
| continuing education | The updating of skills and knowledge to maintain the CMA or RMA credential is known as |
| RMA and/or CMA | Graduation from an accredited medical assisting school is a requirement for one to sit for the __________blank examinations. |
| Which branch of medicine deals with the treatment of various cancers? | Oncology |
| Which of the following specialists diagnoses and treats the disorders of endocrine system? | Endocrinologist |
| Which of the following specialists is devoted to the study and treatment of the foot and ankle? | Podiatrist |
| Which of the following is a subspecialty of surgery? | All of these are correct - Neurosurgery, Vascular surgery, Orthopedic surgery |
| Which of the following is the professional organization that assists in the development of specialty tests for and certification of physicians? | ABMS |
| A(n) __________blank uses adjustments, physical therapy, exercise, and sometimes nutrition to treat his or her patients. | Chiropractor |
| The medical scribe job would fall under which of the following categories? | Medical assistant |
| AMA is the professional journal of the: | AMA |
| Family practitioners are also known as: | general practitioners or primary care physicians |
| Which of the following allied health professionals practices one of the oldest healing methods that uses pressure, tapping, and vibration to promote muscle and full-body relaxation? | Massage therapist |
| The largest medical specialty organization is the: | ACP |
| Insurance companies refer to general practitioners who oversee the patient’s care as: | primary care physicians |
| One of the goals of the Affordable Care Act passed in 2010 was to encourage patients to manage and organize their own healthcare; this is part of the function of | patient-centered care |
| Which of the following physicians treats the patient as a whole patient instead of concentrating on specific symptoms? | Doctor of osteopathy |
| For whom would an EKG technologist work? | A cardiologist |
| What specialty career option would include assisting the physician in evaluating a patient's physical and mental status, drawing blood samples, and recording planned surgical procedures? | Anesthetist's assistant |
| Which allied health professional works in hospitals, nursing homes, or physicians' offices documenting breathing treatments and therapies; cleaning, sanitizing, and sterilizing breathing equipment; and performing artificial ventilation? | Respiratory therapy technician |
| Who may join the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians? | All of these are correct - Phlebotomists, Pharmacists, Physicians |
| Mary goes to see a physician certified by the Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation for a pain in her elbow that she has had for some time. She refuses to have surgery, so she sees a physician who works with a nonsurgical approach. She is seeing a | physiatrist |
| Which of the following two physicians tend to work in conjunction with one another? | Urologist and proctologist |
| Physicians wishing to become specialized in specific areas take a test given by the: | ABMS |
| An EEG technologist works for: | All of these are correct - a hospital EEG lab, clinics, a physician's office, |
| An x-ray technician is also called a: | radiographer |
| Who is welcomed to join the American Society of Clinical Pathologists? | All of these except pharmacists - Physicians, Phlebotomists, Laboratory technicians |
| Which of the following groups evaluates and assesses healthcare organizations? | TJC |
| The physician treats a patient who appears to be in kidney failure and may need dialysis. The type of specialist this patient is referred to is: | a nephrologist |
| One of the goals of the Affordable Care Act passed in 2010 was to help ensure shorter waiting times for patients who have urgent medical needs; this is part of the function of | accessible services |
| Gastroenterology | Study of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract |
| Geriatrics | Branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of problems and diseases of the older adult |
| Nephrology | Study, diagnosis, and management of diseases of the kidney |
| Obstetrics | Study of pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum |
| Otorhinolaryngology | Study of the ear, nose, and throat |
| Family practitioner | Primary care physician |
| Allergist | Treats reactions to pollen, dust, dander, grass, weeds, etc. |
| Cardiologist | Treats disorders of the heart and vascular systems |
| Dermatologist | Treats disorders of the skin |
| Obstetrics | Involves the study of pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum |
| Gynecologist | Specialist in the study of the female reproductive tract |
| Oncologist | Specialist in the study and treatment of cancer |
| Neurologist | Specialist in the study of the nervous system |
| Radiologist | Specializes in various types of x-rays, i.e., radiographs, CT scans, MRI trained to interpret imaging |
| Endocrinologist | Specialist in the treatment of hormone disorders |
| Nephrologist | Specialist in the study of the kidneys |
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