Medical Assisting Knowledge

Question 1

What is a CMA's work environment?

Accepted Answer

Clinics

Question 2

What is the first step to becoming a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Completing a medical assistant training program

Question 3

when using speakerphone, wich of the following should occour to comply with HIPPAA

Accepted Answer

should not be used in an area where the convo can be overheard

Question 4

Which skill is crucial for CMAs?

Accepted Answer

Communication

Question 5

Important patient education after surgery include:

Accepted Answer

Stop smoking, Infection prevention, Nutritional Support

Question 6

What is infection control?

Accepted Answer

methods used to eliminate or reduce transmission of infectious organisms

Question 7

What is the abbreviation for Certified Medical Assistant?

Accepted Answer

CMA

Question 8

True or false: CMAs can prescribe medication

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

Is a certified medical assistant required to have a medical degree?

Accepted Answer

No, a medical degree is not required

Question 10

Which is a CMA's clinical duty?

Accepted Answer

Drawing blood

Question 11

What skills are important for a certified medical assistant to have?

Accepted Answer

Communication, organization, and empathy

Question 12

“PRN” means “ as needed”

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

What is the role of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Managing patient records, Performing basic medical procedures, Assisting healthcare professionals

Question 14

What is a CMA's role in patient education?

Accepted Answer

Health instructions

Question 15

What is a CMA's role in emergencies?

Accepted Answer

First aid

Question 16

What is a CMA's patient interaction?

Accepted Answer

Direct care

Question 17

Which healthcare settings can a certified medical assistant work in?

Accepted Answer

Hospitals, Clinics, Nursing homes

Question 18

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Accepted Answer

inflammation

Question 19

Which of the following is a benefit of becoming a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Job stability and growth

Question 20

What is a CMA's certification exam?

Accepted Answer

CMA Exam

Question 21

Which is a CMA's soft skill?

Accepted Answer

Empathy

Question 22

Out-of-scope services refer to procedures identified by medical law as the practice of medicine and can be done at spas.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 23

What is the first step to becoming a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Completing a medical assistant training program

Question 24

Is a certified medical assistant required to have a medical degree?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 25

What is the main role of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Assisting with patient care

Question 26

Which task can a CMA perform?

Accepted Answer

Administer injections

Question 27

What is a CMA's education requirement?

Accepted Answer

Postsecondary certificate

Question 28

Which of the following is a responsibility of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Taking patient vital signs

Question 29

What is a CMA's administrative task?

Accepted Answer

Scheduling appointments

Question 30

Which is a CMA's ethical duty?

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality

Question 31

Which is a CMA certification body?

Accepted Answer

AAMA

Question 32

Which is a CMA's technical skill?

Accepted Answer

EKG testing

Question 33

What is a CMA's primary role?

Accepted Answer

Patient care

Question 34

What behavior of a CMA represents professionalism?

Accepted Answer

Arriving to work on time

Question 35

What is the abbreviation for Certified Medical Assistant?

Accepted Answer

CMA

Question 36

Select three medical root words

Accepted Answer

genic, derm, psych

Question 37

Health promotion focuses on patient education to reduce health risks.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 38

What is the first step to becoming a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Completing a training program

Question 39

Which healthcare settings can a certified medical assistant work in?

Accepted Answer

Hospitals and clinics

Question 40

*Provides intense care management and care coordination for high risk patients

Accepted Answer

Case Manager

Question 41

Informed consent is required for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Minor surgery

Question 42

What does HIPPAA stand for?

Accepted Answer

Health insurance portability and accountability act

Question 43

Which is a CMA's responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Taking vitals

Question 44

What is the average salary of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Varies depending on location and experience

Question 45

What skills are important for a certified medical assistant to have?

Accepted Answer

Communication and interpersonal skills, Technical and computer skills, Organizational and multitasking skills

Question 46

What does HIPAA protect?

Accepted Answer

Patient privacy

Question 47

What is the average salary of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

$30,000 - $40,000 per year

Question 48

Which is a CMA's documentation task?

Accepted Answer

Medical records

Question 49

What is the average salary of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

$30,000 - $40,000 per year

Question 50

Which of the following is a responsibility of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Scheduling appointments

Question 51

What is the primary role of a certified medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

Assisting healthcare professionals in patient care

Question 52

Which healthcare settings can a certified medical assistant work in?

Accepted Answer

Hospitals, clinics, and private practices

Question 53

What skills are important for a certified medical assistant to have?

Accepted Answer

Communication and empathy

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