#1
Which organization provides certification for medical assistants in the United States?
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
ExplanationCertification provider for medical assistants.
#2
What is the purpose of accreditation for medical assisting programs?
To ensure that medical assisting programs meet certain standards of quality
ExplanationEnsures quality standards in medical assisting programs.
#3
Which of the following is a benefit of becoming a certified medical assistant (CMA)?
Higher salary potential
ExplanationLeads to higher salary potential.
#4
What is the primary responsibility of a medical assistant in a clinical setting?
Drawing blood
ExplanationPrimary clinical responsibility: drawing blood.
#5
Which of the following organizations provides certification for Registered Medical Assistants (RMA)?
American Medical Technologists (AMT)
ExplanationCertification provider for Registered Medical Assistants.
#6
What does the acronym ABHES stand for in the context of medical assisting education?
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
ExplanationAbbreviation for accrediting agency in medical assisting education.
#7
Which of the following is not typically a requirement for eligibility to sit for a medical assisting certification exam?
Prior work experience in a medical office
ExplanationNot a typical eligibility requirement for certification exams.
#8
What is the purpose of continuing education units (CEUs) for certified medical assistants?
To maintain certification by completing ongoing education and training
ExplanationMaintains certification through ongoing education.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of professionalism for medical assistants?
Gossiping about patients
ExplanationUnprofessional behavior: gossiping about patients.
#10
What is the purpose of the HIPAA Privacy Rule in healthcare?
To protect patients' medical records and other health information
ExplanationProtects patients' medical records and health info.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a typical duty of a medical assistant in an administrative role?
Performing electrocardiograms (EKGs)
ExplanationNot a typical administrative duty: performing EKGs.
#12
What is the primary purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations in healthcare settings?
To ensure a safe working environment for healthcare workers
ExplanationEnsures safety for healthcare workers.
#13
Which accrediting agency is responsible for accrediting medical assisting programs in the United States?
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
ExplanationAccrediting agency for medical assisting programs.
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic of professionalism in medical assisting?
Complying with dress code and grooming standards
ExplanationProfessionalism: adhering to dress code and grooming.
#15
Which of the following is NOT typically a component of a medical assisting program's curriculum?
Advanced surgical techniques
ExplanationNot typically part of medical assisting curriculum: advanced surgical techniques.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a common clinical duty performed by medical assistants?
Interpreting diagnostic tests
ExplanationNot a common clinical duty: interpreting diagnostic tests.
#17
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective communication for medical assistants?
Using medical jargon exclusively
ExplanationNot characteristic of effective communication: using only medical jargon.