Question 1

Which of the following qualities does a medical assistant who continually must be asked to do things upon finishing an assigned task need to develop?

Accepted Answer

A) Flexibility 
B) Dependability 
C) Initiative 
D) Effective communication 
A) Flexibility 
B) Dependability 
C) Initiative 
D) Effective communication

Question 2

Which of the following is the most important reason to be able to communicate effectively with patients and keep them informed?

Accepted Answer

A) Educate patients about disease 
B) Retain patients 
C) Make patients feel more comfortable and less threatened 
D) Make patients like the staff better 
A) Educate patients about disease 
B) Retain patients 
C) Make patients feel more comfortable and less threatened 
D) Make patients like the staff better

Question 3

Why do you need a credential?

Accepted Answer

A) A credential allows you to work in your state. 
B) A credential is required for graduation. 
C) A credential signifies recognition of competency. 
D) A credential guarantees a job. 
A) A credential allows you to work in your state. 
B) A credential is required for graduation. 
C) A credential signifies recognition of competency. 
D) A credential guarantees a job.

Question 4

Which of the following courses is NOT included in an accredited medical assistant program?

Accepted Answer

A) Administrative courses 
B) Clinical courses 
C) General courses 
D) Accounting courses 
A) Administrative courses 
B) Clinical courses 
C) General courses 
D) Accounting courses

Question 5

Which of the following qualities does a medical assistant who continually asks to leave early to go to other appointments need to develop?

Accepted Answer

A) Flexibility 
B) Dependability 
C) Initiative 
D) Effective communication 
A) Flexibility 
B) Dependability 
C) Initiative 
D) Effective communication

Exam 1: The Medical Assisting Profession

Which of the following qualities does a medical assistant who continually must be asked to do things upon finishing an assigned task need to develop?

Which of the following is the most important reason to be able to communicate effectively with patients and keep them informed?

Why do you need a credential?

Which of the following courses is NOT included in an accredited medical assistant program?

Which of the following qualities does a medical assistant who continually asks to leave early to go to other appointments need to develop?

Health Care Settings and the Health Care Team

Coping Skills for the Medical Assistant

Therapeutic Communication Skills

The Therapeutic Approach to the Patient With a Life-Threatening Illness

Legal Considerations

Ethical Considerations

Emergency Procedures and First Aid

Creating the Facility Environment

Computers in the Medical Clinic

Telecommunications

Patient Scheduling

Medical Records Management

Written Communications

Medical Documents

Medical Insurance

Medical Coding

Daily Financial Practices

Billing and Collections

Accounting Practices

Infection Control and Medical Asepsis

The Patient History and Documentation

Vital Signs and Measurements

The Physical Examination

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pediatrics

Male Reproductive System

Gerontology

Examinations and Procedures of Body Systems

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Diagnostic Imaging

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Modalities

Nutrition in Health and Disease

Basic Pharmacology

Calculation of Medication Dosage and Medication Administration

Cardiac Procedures

Regulatory Guidelines for Safety and Quality in the Medical Laboratory

Introduction to the Medical Laboratory

Phlebotomy: Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture

Hematology

Urinalysis

Basic Microbiology

Speciality Laboratory Tests

The Medical Assistant As Clinic Manager

The Medical Assistant As Human Resources Manager

Preparing for Medical Assisting Credentials

Employment Strategies

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