Question 1

An example of a disorder treated by an endocrinologist is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  hyperthyroidism 
B)  stroke 
C)  cleft lip 
D)  heart disease 
E)  hypertension 
A)  hyperthyroidism 
B)  stroke 
C)  cleft lip 
D)  heart disease 
E)  hypertension A

Question 2

Which of the following is not a current healthcare trend?

Accepted Answer

A)  Advancement of technology 
B)  Concentration on wellness 
C)  Decrease in preventive care 
D)  Aging population 
E)  Increase in ambulatory care 
A)  Advancement of technology 
B)  Concentration on wellness 
C)  Decrease in preventive care 
D)  Aging population 
E)  Increase in ambulatory care C

Question 3

Which type of physician specialist uses their eyes and hands to identify structural problems while supporting the body's natural tendency toward health and self-healing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Doctors of osteopathy 
B)  Ophthalmologists 
C)  Dermatologists 
D)  Family practitioners 
E)  Obstetricians 
A)  Doctors of osteopathy 
B)  Ophthalmologists 
C)  Dermatologists 
D)  Family practitioners 
E)  Obstetricians A

Question 4

The primary purpose of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  to offer national certification to medical assisting practitioners 
B)  to advance the field of pharmacy and the safety of patients 
C)  to maintain and improve the quality of medical care and to certify doctors in various specialties 
D)  to provide education and information resources to the entire field of internal medicine and its subspecialties 
E)  to oversee accreditation of hospitals and outpatient surgery centers 
A)  to offer national certification to medical assisting practitioners 
B)  to advance the field of pharmacy and the safety of patients 
C)  to maintain and improve the quality of medical care and to certify doctors in various specialties 
D)  to provide education and information resources to the entire field of internal medicine and its subspecialties 
E)  to oversee accreditation of hospitals and outpatient surgery centers

Question 5

Which of the following is the nation's largest network of institutional healthcare providers?

Accepted Answer

A)  American Hospital Association 
B)  American Medical Association 
C)  American Pharmacists Association 
D)  American College of Physicians 
E)  American Association of Medical Assistants 
A)  American Hospital Association 
B)  American Medical Association 
C)  American Pharmacists Association 
D)  American College of Physicians 
E)  American Association of Medical Assistants

Question 6

The branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats problems and diseases of the older adult is _______.

Accepted Answer

geriatrics

Question 7

Which of the following organizations developed and established the safety requirements known as National Patient Safety Goals?

Accepted Answer

A)  American Medical Association 
B)  The Joint Commission 
C)  American Hospital Association 
D)  American College of Physicians 
E)  American Pharmacists Association 
A)  American Medical Association 
B)  The Joint Commission 
C)  American Hospital Association 
D)  American College of Physicians 
E)  American Pharmacists Association

Question 8

A healthcare professional who assists patients and families in the selection of food choices that provide adequate and balanced nutrition is a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  medical technologist 
B)  occupational therapist 
C)  registered dietitian 
D)  nursing assistant 
E)  medical assistant 
A)  medical technologist 
B)  occupational therapist 
C)  registered dietitian 
D)  nursing assistant 
E)  medical assistant

Question 9

A disorder related to the functioning of the stomach and intestines is treated by a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  gerontologist 
B)  allergist 
C)  gastroenterologist 
D)  cardiologist 
E)  neurologist 
A)  gerontologist 
B)  allergist 
C)  gastroenterologist 
D)  cardiologist 
E)  neurologist

Question 10

If you work for a family practice physician or group of physicians, you may be responsible for arranging patient appointments with ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you work for a family practice...

Question 11

All healthcare facilities are required to convert to electronic health records (EHRs) by the year ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  2013 
B)  2014 
C)  2015 
D)  2012 
E)  2016 
A)  2013 
B)  2014 
C)  2015 
D)  2012 
E)  2016

Question 12

Benefits of membership in professional associations include continuing ________ and job networking opportunities.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Benefits of membership in professional associations include...

Question 13

The branch of medicine that works to maintain the function of the musculoskeletal system is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  urology 
B)  orthopedics 
C)  pediatrics 
D)  neurology 
E)  cardiology 
A)  urology 
B)  orthopedics 
C)  pediatrics 
D)  neurology 
E)  cardiology

Question 14

Using a radio communication network, a(n) ________ medical technician works under the direction of a physician and is trained to triage patients and initiate appropriate treatment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Using a radio communication network, a(n) ________...

Question 15

The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. It is often combined with ________. A practice that specializes in both is referred to as OB/GYN.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy,...

Question 16

Reconstruction, correction, or improvement of body structures is performed by a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  general surgeon 
B)  psychiatrist 
C)  orthopedist 
D)  plastic surgeon 
E)  otorhinolaryngologist 
A)  general surgeon 
B)  psychiatrist 
C)  orthopedist 
D)  plastic surgeon 
E)  otorhinolaryngologist

Question 17

The study and recording of the electrical activity of the brain is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  electrocardiography 
B)  electromyography 
C)  electroencephalography 
D)  electrotherapy 
E)  electropathology 
A)  electrocardiography 
B)  electromyography 
C)  electroencephalography 
D)  electrotherapy 
E)  electropathology

Question 18

A graduate of a nursing program does not achieve the title of Registered Nurse until ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners 
B)  passing the state board examination for licensure 
C)  accredited by the liaison committee on medical education 
D)  applying to the American Medical Association for membership 
E)  completing a master's degree in nursing 
A)  certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners 
B)  passing the state board examination for licensure 
C)  accredited by the liaison committee on medical education 
D)  applying to the American Medical Association for membership 
E)  completing a master's degree in nursing

Question 19

A physician specialist who cares for pregnant women is called a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  endocrinologist 
B)  pediatrician 
C)  gynecologist 
D)  obstetrician 
E)  pathologist 
A)  endocrinologist 
B)  pediatrician 
C)  gynecologist 
D)  obstetrician 
E)  pathologist

Question 20

Which healthcare professional treats patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Phlebotomist 
B)  Respiratory therapist 
C)  Anesthetist assistant 
D)  Physical therapist 
E)  Occupational therapist 
A)  Phlebotomist 
B)  Respiratory therapist 
C)  Anesthetist assistant 
D)  Physical therapist 
E)  Occupational therapist

Exam 2: Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

An example of a disorder treated by an endocrinologist is ____.

Which of the following is not a current healthcare trend?

Which type of physician specialist uses their eyes and hands to identify structural problems while supporting the body's natural tendency toward health and self-healing?

The primary purpose of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) is ____.

Which of the following is the nation's largest network of institutional healthcare providers?

The branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats problems and diseases of the older adult is _______.

Which of the following organizations developed and established the safety requirements known as National Patient Safety Goals?

A healthcare professional who assists patients and families in the selection of food choices that provide adequate and balanced nutrition is a(n) ____.

A disorder related to the functioning of the stomach and intestines is treated by a(n) ____.

If you work for a family practice physician or group of physicians, you may be responsible for arranging patient appointments with ________.

All healthcare facilities are required to convert to electronic health records (EHRs) by the year ________.

Benefits of membership in professional associations include continuing ________ and job networking opportunities.

The branch of medicine that works to maintain the function of the musculoskeletal system is called ____.

Using a radio communication network, a(n) ________ medical technician works under the direction of a physician and is trained to triage patients and initiate appropriate treatment.

The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. It is often combined with ________. A practice that specializes in both is referred to as OB/GYN.

Reconstruction, correction, or improvement of body structures is performed by a(n) ____.

The study and recording of the electrical activity of the brain is called ____.

A graduate of a nursing program does not achieve the title of Registered Nurse until ____.

A physician specialist who cares for pregnant women is called a(n) ____.

Which healthcare professional treats patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or pneumonia?

Introduction to Medical Assisting

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

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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