Question 1

When mailing a résumé, ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  you can hand-write the envelope 
B)  type the envelope information 
C)  a plain white envelope is correct 
D)  use an address label 
E)  use a window envelope to show the address printed on the cover letter 
A)  you can hand-write the envelope 
B)  type the envelope information 
C)  a plain white envelope is correct 
D)  use an address label 
E)  use a window envelope to show the address printed on the cover letter

Question 2

When listing individuals as references, it is professional to ____..

Accepted Answer

A)  ask their permission 
B)  assume that your preceptors are willing to provide a reference 
C)  ask a friend to be a reference 
D)  place the list at the bottom of the résumé 
E)  include no fewer than 10 references 
A)  ask their permission 
B)  assume that your preceptors are willing to provide a reference 
C)  ask a friend to be a reference 
D)  place the list at the bottom of the résumé 
E)  include no fewer than 10 references

Question 3

Which type of résumé highlights an individual's accomplishments and strengths?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chronological 
B)  Functional 
C)  Targeted 
D)  Projected 
E)  Academic 
A)  Chronological 
B)  Functional 
C)  Targeted 
D)  Projected 
E)  Academic

Question 4

When the preceptor demonstrates a task in a manner different from what the student was taught, what should the student do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Politely suggest that it should have been done differently 
B)  Report the observation to the practicum coordinator 
C)  Say nothing, recognizing the role of a learner in the facility 
D)  Make sure that the error is corrected 
E)  Tell the preceptor's supervisor that she is not doing the task correctly 
A)  Politely suggest that it should have been done differently 
B)  Report the observation to the practicum coordinator 
C)  Say nothing, recognizing the role of a learner in the facility 
D)  Make sure that the error is corrected 
E)  Tell the preceptor's supervisor that she is not doing the task correctly

Question 5

Bella and Jorge are enrolled together in an applied training program. One night, while they are working the same shift, they go on break together. Sitting in the staff lounge, Bella tells Jorge an off-color joke. What should Jorge do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Laugh to let Bella know he appreciates the joke 
B)  Lecture Bella on proper behavior in the workplace 
C)  Tell Bella a similar joke 
D)  Pretend he didn't hear her 
E)  Quietly ask her to save the jokes until after work 
A)  Laugh to let Bella know he appreciates the joke 
B)  Lecture Bella on proper behavior in the workplace 
C)  Tell Bella a similar joke 
D)  Pretend he didn't hear her 
E)  Quietly ask her to save the jokes until after work

Question 6

Which of the following allow job seekers to have their résumés seen by many potential employers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Classified ads 
B)  Internet sites 
C)  Temporary employment agencies 
D)  Networking 
E)  School counselors 
A)  Classified ads 
B)  Internet sites 
C)  Temporary employment agencies 
D)  Networking 
E)  School counselors

Question 7

When sending a résumé by e-mail, you should ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  be sure that it is encrypted 
B)  use any log-in name 
C)  copy and paste it into the e-mail message 
D)  verify that it was sent by checking your sent items 
E)  call the company to let them know you e-mailed your résumé 
A)  be sure that it is encrypted 
B)  use any log-in name 
C)  copy and paste it into the e-mail message 
D)  verify that it was sent by checking your sent items 
E)  call the company to let them know you e-mailed your résumé

Question 8

Expectations of the educational institution include ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  responsibility for patient care 
B)  providing opportunities for clinical instruction 
C)  reinforcing patient confidentiality 
D)  supervision of students in the clinical site 
E)  child-care services for students in the program 
A)  responsibility for patient care 
B)  providing opportunities for clinical instruction 
C)  reinforcing patient confidentiality 
D)  supervision of students in the clinical site 
E)  child-care services for students in the program

Question 9

Which of the following is an advantage of becoming an active member in a professional organization?

Accepted Answer

A)  Viewing classified ads 
B)  Checking Internet sites 
C)  Access to temporary employment agencies 
D)  Seeing a school counselor 
E)  Networking opportunities 
A)  Viewing classified ads 
B)  Checking Internet sites 
C)  Access to temporary employment agencies 
D)  Seeing a school counselor 
E)  Networking opportunities

Question 10

Screening of students by the applied training coordinator may include ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  health records 
B)  school transcript 
C)  criminal background check 
D)  résumé of past work experiences 
E)  hands-on test of current clinical skills 
A)  health records 
B)  school transcript 
C)  criminal background check 
D)  résumé of past work experiences 
E)  hands-on test of current clinical skills

Question 11

Terrence reports on time for his applied training shift at a local medical facility, but today is a very slow day, and no one asks him to do anything. What should Terrence do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ask if it is okay for him to go home, since nothing is going on 
B)  Ask his preceptor to join him in a game of chess in the staff lounge 
C)  Complain that there is nothing for him to do here 
D)  Look for tasks that need to be done and ask permission to do them 
E)  Begin reading through patient files to increase his knowledge of medical terminology 
A)  Ask if it is okay for him to go home, since nothing is going on 
B)  Ask his preceptor to join him in a game of chess in the staff lounge 
C)  Complain that there is nothing for him to do here 
D)  Look for tasks that need to be done and ask permission to do them 
E)  Begin reading through patient files to increase his knowledge of medical terminology

Question 12

The ________ lists and describes the expectations of the position and provides the standard benchmarks of the position.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ lists and describes the expectations...

Question 13

An employee ________ form typically outlines the most important qualities and abilities needed for the job.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An employee ________ form typically outlines the...

Question 14

In which section of the résumé will you place your contact phone numbers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Campus and community activities 
B)  Employment experience 
C)  Educational background 
D)  Personal information 
E)  Professional objective 
A)  Campus and community activities 
B)  Employment experience 
C)  Educational background 
D)  Personal information 
E)  Professional objective

Question 15

In which section of a résumé are interests and hobbies listed, if they are job-related?

Accepted Answer

A)  Educational background 
B)  Personal information 
C)  Professional objective 
D)  Summary of skills 
E)  Employment experience 
A)  Educational background 
B)  Personal information 
C)  Professional objective 
D)  Summary of skills 
E)  Employment experience

Question 16

Which agency offers the RMA exam?

Accepted Answer

A)  CAAHEP 
B)  AAMA 
C)  AMT 
D)  ABHES 
E)  AHIMA 
A)  CAAHEP 
B)  AAMA 
C)  AMT 
D)  ABHES 
E)  AHIMA

Question 17

Nancy is performing her duties as instructed during her applied training. As she is working, she overhears her preceptor and another employee discussing a humorous incident involving a patient. What should Nancy do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inform both employees that they are violating the patient's confidentiality 
B)  Laugh along with them, so that she blends in with the other employees 
C)  Continue her work without joining in the conversation 
D)  Report their behavior to the shift supervisor 
E)  Report their behavior to the applied training coordinator 
A)  Inform both employees that they are violating the patient's confidentiality 
B)  Laugh along with them, so that she blends in with the other employees 
C)  Continue her work without joining in the conversation 
D)  Report their behavior to the shift supervisor 
E)  Report their behavior to the applied training coordinator

Question 18

Which of the following steps is not required when applying for a national certification exam?

Accepted Answer

A)  Request an application from the appropriate agency 
B)  Gather required documents 
C)  Review all exam policies and procedures 
D)  Obtain permission from your accredited school 
E)  Complete the application and submit it 
A)  Request an application from the appropriate agency 
B)  Gather required documents 
C)  Review all exam policies and procedures 
D)  Obtain permission from your accredited school 
E)  Complete the application and submit it

Question 19

Which of the following can you use to advance your career even while you are employed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Classified ads 
B)  Internet sites 
C)  Employment services 
D)  Networking 
E)  School counselors 
A)  Classified ads 
B)  Internet sites 
C)  Employment services 
D)  Networking 
E)  School counselors

Question 20

Finding out about jobs in your field through contacts with relatives, friends, and acquaintances is called _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Finding out about jobs in your field...

Exam 58: Preparing for the World of Work

When mailing a résumé, ____.

When listing individuals as references, it is professional to ____..

Which type of résumé highlights an individual's accomplishments and strengths?

When the preceptor demonstrates a task in a manner different from what the student was taught, what should the student do?

Bella and Jorge are enrolled together in an applied training program. One night, while they are working the same shift, they go on break together. Sitting in the staff lounge, Bella tells Jorge an off-color joke. What should Jorge do?

Which of the following allow job seekers to have their résumés seen by many potential employers?

When sending a résumé by e-mail, you should ____.

Expectations of the educational institution include ____.

Which of the following is an advantage of becoming an active member in a professional organization?

Screening of students by the applied training coordinator may include ____.

Terrence reports on time for his applied training shift at a local medical facility, but today is a very slow day, and no one asks him to do anything. What should Terrence do?

The ________ lists and describes the expectations of the position and provides the standard benchmarks of the position.

An employee ________ form typically outlines the most important qualities and abilities needed for the job.

In which section of the résumé will you place your contact phone numbers?

In which section of a résumé are interests and hobbies listed, if they are job-related?

Which agency offers the RMA exam?

Nancy is performing her duties as instructed during her applied training. As she is working, she overhears her preceptor and another employee discussing a humorous incident involving a patient. What should Nancy do?

Which of the following steps is not required when applying for a national certification exam?

Which of the following can you use to advance your career even while you are employed?

Finding out about jobs in your field through contacts with relatives, friends, and acquaintances is called _______.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Infection Control Fundamentals

Safety and Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Communication

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Managing Medical Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Schedule Management

Insurance Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Collections and Financial Management

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive Systems

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Infection Control Practices

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Exam

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

Assisting in Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Samples

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Math and Dosage Calculations

Medication Administration

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