Question 1

For moderately complex tests,CLIA mandates that there be a clinical consultant with a minimum of a(n)_____ degree.

Accepted Answer

A)  bachelor's 
B)  doctoral 
C)  master's 
D)  associate's 
A)  bachelor's 
B)  doctoral 
C)  master's 
D)  associate's

Question 2

Which of the following is not a purpose of a quality assurance program?

Accepted Answer

A)  to ensure positive test results 
B)  to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of health care 
C)  to ensure accuracy in testing procedures 
D)  to ensure validity in testing procedures 
A)  to ensure positive test results 
B)  to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of health care 
C)  to ensure accuracy in testing procedures 
D)  to ensure validity in testing procedures

Question 3

When a microscope is not in use,its cord should be:

Accepted Answer

A)  allowed to dangle 
B)  kept tightly wrapped 
C)  kept loosely wrapped 
D)  left plugged in 
A)  allowed to dangle 
B)  kept tightly wrapped 
C)  kept loosely wrapped 
D)  left plugged in

Question 4

​Biohazard waste receptacles bear the biohazard symbol and:

Accepted Answer

A)  are lined with red plastic bags 
B)  are not to be used in the critical care unit 
C)  ​are only to be used in the critical care unit 
D)  can be used for any type of waste 
A)  are lined with red plastic bags 
B)  are not to be used in the critical care unit 
C)  ​are only to be used in the critical care unit 
D)  can be used for any type of waste

Question 5

​Match the terminology of the PASS method when correctly operating a fire extinguisher.Correctly complete the sentence.
-​________ from side to side until the fire is completely out.

Accepted Answer

A) ​Pull 
B) ​Aim 
C) ​Squeeze 
D) ​Sweep 
A) ​Pull 
B) ​Aim 
C) ​Squeeze 
D) ​Sweep

Question 6

​Only three elements need to be present for a fire to start.Which of the following is not one of the noted elements?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Wood 
B)  ​Heat 
C)  ​Fuel 
D)  ​Oxygen 
A)  ​Wood 
B)  ​Heat 
C)  ​Fuel 
D)  ​Oxygen

Question 7

​Appropriate attire and safety consideration is a necessity as a medical assistant at all times.Jewelry,hairstyles,and immunizations are discussed safety reasons.Match the type of safety issue with the description.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
-​Babies can be tempted to pull and break

Accepted Answer

A) ​jewelry 
B) ​hair 
C) ​immunizations 
A) ​jewelry 
B) ​hair 
C) ​immunizations

Question 8

​Your responsibilities will include the ability to evaluate the lab and medical environment to identify safe versus unsafe working conditions.Some examples of evaluating the environment can include:

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Using a checklist,perform a safety inspection at intervals according to institution policy and preparing a report on the findings. 
B)  ​Verifying that needlestick prevention devices (safety needles)are used and proper disposal is performed. 
C)  ​Identifying safety techniques that can be used in responding to accidental exposure to blood,other body fluids,and chemicals. 
D)  ​All of the above 
A)  ​Using a checklist,perform a safety inspection at intervals according to institution policy and preparing a report on the findings. 
B)  ​Verifying that needlestick prevention devices (safety needles)are used and proper disposal is performed. 
C)  ​Identifying safety techniques that can be used in responding to accidental exposure to blood,other body fluids,and chemicals. 
D)  ​All of the above

Question 9

​Appropriate attire and safety consideration is a necessity as a medical assistant at all times.Jewelry,hairstyles,and immunizations are discussed safety reasons.Match the type of safety issue with the description.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
-​Must keep it worn back and secured

Accepted Answer

A) ​jewelry 
B) ​hair 
C) ​immunizations 
A) ​jewelry 
B) ​hair 
C) ​immunizations

Question 10

Operating a well-managed and efficient physician's office laboratory (POL)includes all but which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  recapping used syringes before placing them in a biohazard sharps container 
B)  maintaining all SDS in a notebook that is readily accessible to all employees 
C)  recording all lab work in a log 
D)  keeping long hair tied back securely 
A)  recapping used syringes before placing them in a biohazard sharps container 
B)  maintaining all SDS in a notebook that is readily accessible to all employees 
C)  recording all lab work in a log 
D)  keeping long hair tied back securely

Question 11

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)of 1988 are administered by the:

Accepted Answer

A)  Department of Labor (DOL) 
B)  Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSH
A)  
C)  Food and Drug Administration (FD
A)  
D)  Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 
A)  Department of Labor (DOL) 
B)  Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSH
A)  
C)  Food and Drug Administration (FD
A)  
D)  Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

Exam 43: The Physicians Office Laboratory

For moderately complex tests,CLIA mandates that there be a clinical consultant with a minimum of a(n)_____ degree.

Which of the following is not a purpose of a quality assurance program?

When a microscope is not in use,its cord should be:

​Biohazard waste receptacles bear the biohazard symbol and:

​Match the terminology of the PASS method when correctly operating a fire extinguisher.Correctly complete the sentence. -​________ from side to side until the fire is completely out.

​Only three elements need to be present for a fire to start.Which of the following is not one of the noted elements?

​Your responsibilities will include the ability to evaluate the lab and medical environment to identify safe versus unsafe working conditions.Some examples of evaluating the environment can include:

​Appropriate attire and safety consideration is a necessity as a medical assistant at all times.Jewelry,hairstyles,and immunizations are discussed safety reasons.Match the type of safety issue with the description.Note: Answers may be used more than once. -​Must keep it worn back and secured

Operating a well-managed and efficient physician's office laboratory (POL)includes all but which of the following?

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)of 1988 are administered by the:

The Medical Assistant

The Health Care Team and the Medical Environment,past and Present

Legal Issues

Ethical Issues

Verbal and Nonverbal Communications

Applying Communication Skills

Introduction to Medical Terminology

Understanding and Building Medical Terms of Body Systems

Anatomic Descriptors and Fundamental Body Structure

The Nervous System

The Senses

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Respiratory System

The Circulatory System

The Immune System

The Digestive System

The Urinary System

The Endocrine System

The Reproductive System

Telephone Communications

Written Communications

The Office Environment, computers, and Equipment

Scheduling Appointments and Receiving Patients

The Medical Record,documentation,and Filing

Health Insurance

A Icd-10 Update: Procedural and Diagnostic Coding

Procedural and Diagnostic Coding

Patient Accounts

Preparing Insurance Claims and Posting Insurance Payments

Patient Billing,posting Patient Payments,and Collecting Fees

Banking Procedures

Accounts Payable and Accounting Procedures

Infection Control and Medical Asepsis

The Medical History and Patient Screening

Body Measurements and Vital Signs

Preparing for Examinations

The Physical Exam

Specialty Exams and Other Procedures

Obgyn Examinations

Pediatric Examinations

Specimen Collection and Processing

Blood Specimen Collection

Diagnostic Testing

Cardiology Procedures

Radiology Procedures

Preparing for Surgery

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Pharmacology Fundamentals

Measurement Systems,basic Mathematics,and Dosage Calculations

Administering Oral and Non-Injectable Medications

Administering Injections and Immunizations

Emergencies in the Medical Office and the Community

First Aid for Accidents and Injuries

Rehabilitation

Nutrition,exercise,and Healthy Living

Practicum and the Job Search

Managing the Office

Filters

Biohazard waste receptacles bear the biohazard symbol and:

Match the terminology of the PASS method when correctly operating a fire extinguisher.Correctly complete the sentence. -________ from side to side until the fire is completely out.

Only three elements need to be present for a fire to start.Which of the following is not one of the noted elements?

Your responsibilities will include the ability to evaluate the lab and medical environment to identify safe versus unsafe working conditions.Some examples of evaluating the environment can include:

Appropriate attire and safety consideration is a necessity as a medical assistant at all times.Jewelry,hairstyles,and immunizations are discussed safety reasons.Match the type of safety issue with the description.Note: Answers may be used more than once. -Must keep it worn back and secured