#1
What is the primary role of a medical assistant in a healthcare setting?
Providing direct patient care
ExplanationMedical assistants primarily provide direct patient care.
#2
In which of the following settings are medical assistants commonly employed?
All of the above
ExplanationMedical assistants are commonly employed in all listed settings.
#3
Which of the following is an example of a clinical duty performed by a medical assistant?
Drawing blood
ExplanationDrawing blood is a clinical duty for medical assistants.
#4
Which of the following is an example of administrative duty performed by a medical assistant?
Scheduling patient appointments
ExplanationScheduling patient appointments is an administrative duty.
#5
Which of the following is a professional organization for medical assistants?
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
ExplanationAAMA is a professional organization for medical assistants.
#6
Which organization is responsible for accrediting medical assisting programs?
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
ExplanationCAAHEP accredits medical assisting programs.
#7
What is the purpose of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential?
To demonstrate competency in medical assisting
ExplanationCMA credential shows competency in medical assisting.
#8
What is the difference between certification and accreditation in medical assisting?
Certification is for individuals, while accreditation is for programs.
ExplanationCertification is for individuals, accreditation for programs.
#9
Which of the following is a core duty of a medical assistant according to the AAMA?
Scheduling appointments
ExplanationScheduling appointments is a core duty according to AAMA.
#10
What is the difference between a registered medical assistant (RMA) and a certified medical assistant (CMA)?
CMA is a national certification, while RMA is state-specific.
ExplanationCMA is national, RMA is state-specific.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a medical assistant?
Diagnosing medical conditions
ExplanationMedical assistants do not diagnose medical conditions.
#12
What is the significance of maintaining accreditation for a medical assisting program?
It improves the program's reputation
ExplanationAccreditation enhances the program's reputation.
#13
How does the scope of practice for medical assistants vary by state?
It varies based on the setting and the facility's policies.
ExplanationScope of practice varies by state, setting, and policies.
#14
Which accrediting body is responsible for accrediting medical assisting programs that are offered online?
ABHES
ExplanationABHES accredits online medical assisting programs.
#15
Which of the following is a legal and ethical responsibility of a medical assistant?
Maintaining patient confidentiality
ExplanationMaintaining patient confidentiality is a legal and ethical responsibility.