Medical asepsis refers to

practices that limit the spread of pathogens

Which of the following is outside a medical assistant’s scope of practice?

Order additional laboratory test to confirm a pt’s condition

When should hands be washed when you will be wearing personal protective equipment?

Before donning and after removing equipment

National Board Certification is

label for teachers NBPTS says achvd high stds for teaching

Which of the following are great study techniques? (select all that apply)

practice the teach-back method, create songs or word associations, be an active learner, be organized

Which of the following techniques should a medical assistant use when bandaging a wound?

Wrap the wound from distal to proximal

Certification credentials imply

certain professional organization standards met

What should you tell your neighbor about your other neighbors medical treatment if they ask?

"I can't share any information about what happens at my job"

Which demonstrates an understanding of required identification techniques?

ask the patient to state her full name and date of birth

As an MA, you should have a foundational knowledge of:

Health care systems and settings

select all clinical skills medical assistants are responsible for.

assist during physical exams, assist with minor surgical procedures, perform patient screening procedures, performing electrocardiograms (EKG)

The study of the structure and shape of the body and parts.

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1
Which of the following terms describes nearsightedness?
Myopia
Ambiopia
Hyperopia
Hemianopsia
2
A MA can effect whether a patient stays or leaves a medical practice, True or False?
True
False
3
Medical asepsis refers to
practices that limit the spread of pathogens
measures taken to sterilize instruments that could spread pa
absence of all germs from the environment
environmental barriers that confine pathogens to a single PR
4
Medical term for crushing
stomy
tomy
ectomy
tripsy
5
Medical asepsis requires sterile gloves
false
true
6
Radiology workers operate x-rays equipment to take picture
external parts
organs
internal parts
injuries
7
What anatomy is labeled B?
Surgical neck
Anatomical neck
Humeral head
Shaft
8
Which of the following is outside a medical assistant’s scope of practice?
Provide directions to a pt. about preparation for a test
Reinforce instructions about medications and special diets
Order additional laboratory test to confirm a pt’s condition
Perform clinical duties under the supervision of a provider
9
Medical terms can consist of all except:
only the root
prefix & suffix
prefix, root, & suffix
root & suffix
10
In anatomy superior refers to
toward the front
toward the feet
toward the midline
toward the head
11
When should hands be washed when you will be wearing personal protective equipment?
Before donning and after removing equipment
Every 5 minutes or when gloves are making your hand sweat.
After removing equipment
Before donning equipment
12
medical terminology : what is arterio
artery
skin
apical
bladder
13
National Board Certification is
MA + 30 semester
label for teachers NBPTS says achvd high stds for teaching
BA + 30 semester hours
label for teachers that NBPTS validates permanent license
14
Which of the following are great study techniques? (select all that apply)
practice the teach-back method
create songs or word associations
be an active learner
be organized
15
A prescription reads: Ibuprofen 200 mg tabs 2 q 4–6 hr prn fever. Which of the following is indicated by the abbrev
As needed
Twice a day
At bedtime
After meals
16
Medical Laboratory workers look for changes that have occured in the
blood
nails
hair
fingers
17
A Medical assistant should record the following during a message:
All of the Above
A telephone number to be reached back
The name of the person trying to reach
Frist and lat name of caller
18
Which of the following techniques should a medical assistant use when bandaging a wound?
Bandage fingers and toes to prevent further injury
Moisten and apply ointment before bandaging
Wrap the wound from distal to proximal
Extend the wound dressing 3-5 inches beyond the bandage
19
which of the following terms as a medical disorder that involves inflammation of the joints?
Carcinoma
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Multiple sclerosis
20
in anatomy, inferior refers to
toward the spine
toward the midline
toward the head
toward the feet
21
What anatomy is labeled/ highlighted?
Neck
Fovea Capitis
Greater trochanter
Intertrochanteric Line
22
Certification credentials imply
certain professional organization standards met
bragging rights
mo' money
Fancy letters
23
What should you tell your neighbor about your other neighbors medical treatment if they ask?
"We will see her every week or so during her recovery"
"I can't share any information about what happens at my job"
"She broke a couple of bones, but she'll be fine"
"It was nothing serious. You'll see her soon enough."
24
The medical abbrev. meaning the mixture of small medication particles into a liquid form is?
PO
PC
SUSP
DISP
25
Which demonstrates an understanding of required identification techniques?
daily schedule
ask the patient to state her full name and date of birth
Patients chart
ask coworker
26
The common sized medical envelopes used in an office are:
All of the Above
7
10
6 3/4
27
electronic medical record
EPA
EMR
BUN
CBC
28
Most health care careers require graduation from a(n)________________ prior to certification.
boarding school
accredited program
ivy legue university
high school
29
What are the common ways of scheduling an appointment?
Telephone and E-mail
Facebook and Messenger
Certified Mail
Letter and Post Card
30
How many months is a MA's certification, CMA (AAMA) valid for before recertification?
12 months
40 months
60 months
120 months
31
As an MA, you should have a foundational knowledge of:
Telemedicine
Social media
Accountable care organizations
Health care systems and settings
32
Are dissections an essential part of learning anatomy?
no
yes
33
A MA is considered a?
Allied Health Professional
Registered Medical Professional
Certified Medical Professional
American Medical Professional
34
MOA should do what 1^st when computer freezes when scheduling a pt?
Press control, alt, delete
Restart computer
Shut down computer
Unplug computer from outlet
35
The medical term for shingles
herpes simplex 2
herpes zoster
herpes simplex
herpes simplex 1
36
select all clinical skills medical assistants are responsible for.
assist during physical exams
assist with minor surgical procedures
perform patient screening procedures
performing electrocardiograms (EKG)
37
Offline medical control provided by a physician is through
radio
telephone
written orders
standing orders
38
Which of the medical office software applications uses electronic signatures?
Scheduling
Encoders
EHR
Spreadsheets
39
What is the medical term used to describe dandruff
Pyrithione
Pityriasis
Selenium
Alopecia
40
What does cruciate mean in medical terms?
criss cross
square
circular
straight
41
What should the MA do if he/she notices the physician upcoded the encounter form?
Ask the physician
Correct it
Call the police
Report the Physician to the state board
42
An MA's behavior outside the clinic, has no bearing on their professional image?
False
True
43
Identify the equipment in the picture:
Back Brace
Insulin Pump
Oxygen Tank
44
______ are obtained in order to maintain certification or licensure in most health care fields.
continuing education units
certification units
secondary education units
post-secondary education units
45
Clinical and Clerical duties are _______ in a medical office.
None of the Above
Organized
Separate
Combined
46
When using standard precautions, personal protective equipment would not include:
Hearing protection
Eye and face protection
Protective gloves
Masks
47
What is Anatomy?
The study of the structure and shape of the body and parts.
The study of of matter
The study of how the body and its parts work.
The study of life.
48
Which of these are part of the personal protective equipment?
Gloves
Hair net
Gowns
Shoes
49
How do you fix a mistake on a medical record?
Redo the whole thing
Erase it all
Put a thin line through it
Scribble it out with circles
50
Certification is mandatory
False
True
51
in anatomy lateral refers to?
toward the midline
toward the feet
toward the head
away from the midline
52
Which of the following can be terms for skin?
all of the above
cutane/o
derm/o
dermat/o
53
Which of the following terms means half?
bi
tri
quad
hemi
54
Who owns the medical Record?
Physician
Patient's Parents
Patient
POTUS
55
Someone who works with computers and other electronic equipment
programmer
ET worker
IT worker
computer geek
56
Define the medical term ectropion.
The outward turning of the eyelid, away from the eye
The inward turning of the eyelid, toward the eye
The inward turning of the eye, toward the nose
The outward turning of the eye, away from the nose
57
Which of the following should a CCMA recognize as open hours scheduling?
Patients with same disorders are seen on a specific day
arrives at particular time assigned
3 patients are scheduled at the same time & taken as arrive
Patients arrive at their convenience and seen first come
58
Which of the following medical terms is spelled CORRECTLY?
Opthalmology
Larinx
Albumine
Hemorrhoid
59
This "Angel of the Battlefield" organized medical supplies and became a Civil War nurse.
Clara Barton
Susan B. Anthony
Mary Todd Lincoln
Harriet Tubman
60
What container should you keep medical supplies such as pills and records in?
Plastic grocery bag
Paper bag
Suit case
Water proof
61
What anatomy is demonstrated?
Maxillary
Lacrimal
Mandible
Zygomatic
62
Medical Terminology uses.....
history terms
Biology terms
Greek and Latin Terms
spanish terms
63
What is one of the six basic skills to be a successful MA?
profanity
yelling
listening
honesty
64
Medical etiquette refers to
Consideration for others
Assault
Battery
Inconsideration
65
Select the least number of years a provider should store medical records
5 years
20 years
15 years
10 years
66
medical term of -Red skin
erythroderma
chemotherapy
sevacieaous
Adipose
67
What are all the collection of money techniques?
Collection Letter
Reminder Notice
Collection Agency
All of the Above
68
What is the medical term for surgical removal of uterus?
Hysterectomy
Uteroscopy
Uteroectomy
Oophorectomy
69
The federal law designed to protect the patient's private medical information is the :
ANSI.
OSHA.
HIPAA.
NHTSA.
70
The MA is specifically trained to work in
Hospital setting
Surgical setting
Lab setting
Ambulatory setting
71
Process of washing soiled medical instruments or equipment with SOAP AND WATER
Disinfection
Sterilization
Cleansing
Cleaning
72
Which of the following describes open hours scheduling?
Pt's arrive at their convenience & seen 1st come 1st serve
Each pt arrives at a specific time w/ time reserved for them
3 pt's are scheduled for the same time & seen as they arrive
Pt's who have the same disorders are seen on the same day
73
Which is true of the medical record?
All answers are correct
If it was not charted it was not done
The physician owns the record
The patient owns the information
74
What is the medical assistant's job description?
to perform procedures
allied health professionals trained to work in amb. care
to assist patients
to do whatever the physician tells you to
75
T/F: Example of Anatomy
False
True
76
What anatomy is labeled/ highlighted?
Lamina
Body
Pedicle
Transverse Process
77
Why are medical Records Kept?
They are vital for financial reimbusement
To offer legal protection to those who provide care
for your entertainment
Sell information to telemarketers
78
Is a MA responsible for triage skills, Yes or No?
No
Yes
79
What anatomy is highlighted/ labeled?
Cuneiform
Cuboid
Talus
Navicular
80
Electronic medical records require back up on an annual basis
False
True
81
in anatomy medial refers to?
away from the midline
toward the midline
toward the head
toward the feet
82
After completion of your MA program, you should be competent in:
Nuclear scans
None of these answers
Infection neglect
Intensive patient care
83
_ techniques should be avoided on clients with sensitive or redness-prone skin.
Friction
Light massage
Vigorous massage
Any massage
84
Which of the types of facilities will most likely have the most flexibility in your scheduling?
Corporate wellness facilities.
Large fitness facilities.
Medium sized facilities.
Small group training facilities.
85
Where is medical waste generated?
Hospitals
Dental Office
All of the above
At home
86
What is the medical term for ringing in the ears?
otorrhagia
amnesia
epistaxis
tinnitus
87
What anatomy is labeled A?
Lateral epicondyle
Olecranon fossa
Medial epicondyle
Trochlea
88
Define the medical term esotropia.
The outward turning of the eyelid, away from the eye
The inward turning of the eyelid, toward the eye
The outward turning of the eye, away from the nose
The inward turning of the eye, toward the nose
89
Two medical terms that mean “pertaining to the skin” are _________________ and ________________
cutaneous, sebaceous
dermal, sudiferous
cutaneous, dermal
dermis, sebum
90
electronic medical record
EPA
BUN
EMR
CBC
91
Both administrative and clinical staff can obtain certification
False
True
92
What is the medical abbreviation for "by mouth"?
OS
PB
PO
OU
93
What organizations offer certification exam?
CDC
PHI
AMT
AAMA
94
Which medical term means head?
neur/o
cephal/o
cardi/o
abdomin/o
95
What is the medical term used to describe dandruff
Selenium
Pyrithione
Alopecia
Pityriasis
96
Proper technique for making corrections in paper medical record
Throw record in trash and start over
Use a sharpie to black out mistake
whiteout
Insert the correction above or immediately after error
97
What is one of the critical customer service techniques?
First Impression
Good memory skills
Personnel management
Problem Resolution
98
Scheduling patients with the same medical complaints on the same day is:
Modified wave booking
Double booking
Grouping scheduling
Wave booking
99
Select all administration duties medical assistants are responsible for
scheduling appointments
coordinating third party reimbursement
managing facility correspondence
answering phones

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