#1
What is the primary role of a medical assistant?
Assisting healthcare professionals with administrative and clinical tasks
ExplanationSupporting healthcare professionals in various tasks.
#2
Which of the following is an administrative task typically performed by medical assistants?
Scheduling patient appointments
ExplanationManaging patient schedules and appointments.
#3
What is the primary responsibility of a medical assistant when handling medical records?
Ensuring patient confidentiality and data security
ExplanationSafeguarding patient privacy and data.
#4
In a medical office, what does 'EHR' stand for?
Electronic Health Record
ExplanationDigital records of patient health information.
#5
Which of the following is considered a non-clinical duty of a medical assistant?
Answering phone calls and scheduling appointments
ExplanationHandling administrative tasks.
#6
Which of the following is considered a clinical duty of a medical assistant?
Taking patient vital signs
ExplanationMonitoring and recording vital signs.
#7
What is the purpose of obtaining a patient's medical history?
To assist in diagnosis and treatment
ExplanationAiding in understanding patient conditions and needs.
#8
What is the significance of HIPAA in the context of medical assistants?
Health Information Portability and Accountability Act
ExplanationRegulates patient data privacy and security.
#9
Which of the following medical assistant tasks involves preparing patients for medical examinations and procedures?
Patient education
ExplanationEducating patients about medical procedures.
#10
Which of the following is an example of a medication that a medical assistant might administer?
Antibiotics
ExplanationAdministering medications to patients.
#11
Which organization provides certification for medical assistants?
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
ExplanationRecognized certifying body for medical assistants.
#12
In a healthcare setting, what does the term 'triage' refer to?
Prioritizing patient care based on severity of condition
ExplanationOrganizing patient care based on urgency.
#13
What is the purpose of informed consent in the medical field?
To involve patients in decisions about their treatment after understanding the risks and benefits
ExplanationEmpowering patients in treatment decisions.
#14
Which of the following is a responsibility of medical assistants in terms of infection control?
Ensuring proper disposal of biohazardous waste
ExplanationProper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
#15
What is the purpose of continuing education for medical assistants?
To stay updated on the latest medical advancements and maintain professional competence
ExplanationKeeping skills and knowledge current.