#1
What is the primary role of a medical assistant in a healthcare setting?
Performing complex surgical procedures
Providing direct patient care
Developing treatment plans
Conducting medical research
#2
In which of the following settings are medical assistants commonly employed?
Veterinary clinics
Dental offices
Pharmacies
All of the above
#3
Which of the following is an example of a clinical duty performed by a medical assistant?
Billing insurance companies
Drawing blood
Maintaining office supplies
Answering phone calls
#4
Which of the following is an example of administrative duty performed by a medical assistant?
Administering injections
Taking vital signs
Scheduling patient appointments
Assisting with minor surgeries
#5
Which of the following is a professional organization for medical assistants?
American Medical Association (AMA)
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
#6
Which organization is responsible for accrediting medical assisting programs?
American Medical Association (AMA)
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
#7
What is the purpose of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential?
To legally practice medicine
To demonstrate competency in medical assisting
To prescribe medication
To perform surgical procedures
#8
What is the difference between certification and accreditation in medical assisting?
Certification is mandatory, while accreditation is optional.
Certification is for individuals, while accreditation is for programs.
Certification is granted by the government, while accreditation is granted by private organizations.
Certification is permanent, while accreditation needs to be renewed regularly.
#9
Which of the following is a core duty of a medical assistant according to the AAMA?
Scheduling appointments
Interpreting medical records
Performing complex lab tests
Creating treatment plans
#10
What is the difference between a registered medical assistant (RMA) and a certified medical assistant (CMA)?
RMA requires a higher level of education than CMA.
CMA is a national certification, while RMA is state-specific.
CMA is a credential, while RMA is a job title.
RMA is a more advanced certification than CMA.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a medical assistant?
Recording patient medical history
Assisting with examinations
Diagnosing medical conditions
Administering medications
#12
What is the significance of maintaining accreditation for a medical assisting program?
It ensures compliance with federal regulations
It guarantees a high salary for graduates
It improves the program's reputation
It provides free healthcare services
#13
How does the scope of practice for medical assistants vary by state?
It does not vary; it is the same nationwide.
It varies based on the medical assistant's years of experience.
It varies based on the setting and the facility's policies.
It varies based on the medical assistant's age.
#14
Which accrediting body is responsible for accrediting medical assisting programs that are offered online?
#15
Which of the following is a legal and ethical responsibility of a medical assistant?
Prescribing medications
Sharing patient information without consent
Maintaining patient confidentiality
Performing surgery