Question 1

Pay particular attention to all __________ of appearance when preparing for the job interview.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Pay particular attention to all __________ of...

Question 2

Newspaper ads for available positions usually produce only a few applications or résumés.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The __________ period is a time for the new medical assistant to become oriented to the facility.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The __________ period is a time for...

Question 4

Having a clear,decisive relevance to the matter at hand is being __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Having a clear,decisive relevance to the matter...

Question 5

In a cover letter,a statement such as "I believe I have the qualities you require" should be placed in which of the following locations?

Accepted Answer

A)  The first paragraph 
B)  The second paragraph 
C)  The start of the final paragraph 
D)  The signature block 
A)  The first paragraph 
B)  The second paragraph 
C)  The start of the final paragraph 
D)  The signature block

Question 6

Performance __________ rarely give perfect ratings.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Performance __________ rarely give perfect ratings....

Question 7

Never list salary __________ on the résumé.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Never list salary __________ on the résumé....

Question 8

The medical assistant should proofread all résumés several times.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Remember to be completely __________ when completing a job application and résumé.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Remember to be completely __________ when completing...

Question 10

Medical assistants must evaluate their own __________ and weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Medical assistants must evaluate their own __________...

Question 11

Job applications are never considered legal documents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

It is illegal for an interviewer to ask questions related to

Accepted Answer

A)  age. 
B)  nationality. 
C)  religion. 
D)  marital/family status. 
E)  All of the above 
A)  age. 
B)  nationality. 
C)  religion. 
D)  marital/family status. 
E)  All of the above

Question 13

When are performance appraisals usually done?

Accepted Answer

A)  First day of a new job 
B)  After the initial probationary period 
C)  Annually 
D)  Quarterly 
E)  Both B and C 
A)  First day of a new job 
B)  After the initial probationary period 
C)  Annually 
D)  Quarterly 
E)  Both B and C

Question 14

What is the best action to take if an employer asks you whether you are married?

Accepted Answer

A)  Advise him or her that it is illegal to ask this question. 
B)  Ignore the question by pretending you did not hear it. 
C)  Politely ask the interviewer whether you can respond to questions that relate directly to the job. 
D)  Answer it truthfully,because you are required to do so. 
A)  Advise him or her that it is illegal to ask this question. 
B)  Ignore the question by pretending you did not hear it. 
C)  Politely ask the interviewer whether you can respond to questions that relate directly to the job. 
D)  Answer it truthfully,because you are required to do so.

Question 15

The demands of the medical profession make it an often stressful environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The Internet is one of the most important tools the medical assistant can use to find out about job opportunities and information on healthcare facilities in the area.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Networking is meeting and getting to know individuals in the same or similar career fields and sharing information about available opportunities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When applying for a position for which you are qualified,which of the following actions would most likely increase your chances of getting hired?

Accepted Answer

A)  Writing a polite note thanking the employer for the interview 
B)  Making frequent telephone calls to express your interest in the position 
C)  Getting to know the office staff at the site where you wish to work 
D)  Not inquiring about salary or work hours at the interview 
A)  Writing a polite note thanking the employer for the interview 
B)  Making frequent telephone calls to express your interest in the position 
C)  Getting to know the office staff at the site where you wish to work 
D)  Not inquiring about salary or work hours at the interview

Question 19

The medical assistant should tell his or her personal __________ when graduation is near,because job leads might be discovered using this source.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The medical assistant should tell his or...

Question 20

The medical assistant should make every effort not to miss a day of work during the probationary period.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 34: Career Development and Life Skills

Pay particular attention to all __________ of appearance when preparing for the job interview.

Newspaper ads for available positions usually produce only a few applications or résumés.

The __________ period is a time for the new medical assistant to become oriented to the facility.

Having a clear,decisive relevance to the matter at hand is being __________.

In a cover letter,a statement such as "I believe I have the qualities you require" should be placed in which of the following locations?

Performance __________ rarely give perfect ratings.

Never list salary __________ on the résumé.

The medical assistant should proofread all résumés several times.

Remember to be completely __________ when completing a job application and résumé.

Medical assistants must evaluate their own __________ and weaknesses.

Job applications are never considered legal documents.

It is illegal for an interviewer to ask questions related to

When are performance appraisals usually done?

What is the best action to take if an employer asks you whether you are married?

The demands of the medical profession make it an often stressful environment.

The Internet is one of the most important tools the medical assistant can use to find out about job opportunities and information on healthcare facilities in the area.

Networking is meeting and getting to know individuals in the same or similar career fields and sharing information about available opportunities.

When applying for a position for which you are qualified,which of the following actions would most likely increase your chances of getting hired?

The medical assistant should tell his or her personal __________ when graduation is near,because job leads might be discovered using this source.

The medical assistant should make every effort not to miss a day of work during the probationary period.

Competency-Based Education and the Medical Assistant Student

The Health Record

Infection Control

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Vital Signs

Assisting With the Primary Physical Examination

Principles of Pharmacology

Pharmacology Math

Administering Medications

Safety and Emergency Practices

Assisting in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology

Assisting in Dermatology

Assisting in Gastroenterology

Assisting in Urology and Male Reproduction

Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Orthopedic Medicine

Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

Assisting in Endocrinology

Assisting in Pulmonary Medicine

Assisting in Cardiology

Assisting in Geriatrics

Principles of Electrocardiography

Assisting With Diagnostic Imaging

Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory

Assisting in the Analysis of Urine

Assisting in Blood Collection

Assisting in the Analysis of Blood

Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology

Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Surgical Asepsis and Assisting With Surgical Procedures

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